The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) is a vibrant, entrepreneurial nonprofit that is committed to making our community a great place for allchildren to grow up. We are looking for a motivated and inspiring School Site Unit Director to open a new Center for a New Generation (CNG) after-school program at Garfield Community School in Redwood City, which will serve 70 to 80 students in grades K-3rd grade for the 2013-14 school year (program will begin in Summer 2013, job begins March 1, 2013). Organization Description BGCP’s mission is to guide and inspire the youth of our community to develop the attitudes and life skills they need to thrive. Every day after school and in the summer, children come to BGCP to gain a sense of belonging, have fun, and form positive relationships with caring mentors. In neighborhoods where more than half of youth drop out of high school, Club members learn the importance of education and become part of a community of learners, wanting and expecting to do well in school. BGCP is the largest youth development organization in Silicon Valley, actively serving 1,400 youth in our clubhouses and school sites in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Redwood City. Program Description BGCP, in partnership with the Ravenswood City School District and the Redwood City School District, currently runs Center for a New Generation (CNG) after-school programs at four school sites: Belle Haven Community School, Brentwood Academy, Taft Community School, and Hoover Community School. We plan to open a fifth site at Garfield in June 2013. CNG is designed to give students homework support, dynamic academic and enrichment activities that support and complement what is learned in school, and middle and high school preparation in order to improve their school outcomes and interest in learning. Drawing on best practices in youth development, staff members guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful and fun context. The CNG Garfield staff will be comprised of a full-time School Site Unit Director, two part-time Assistant Directors, after-school instructors, and credentialed teachers. CNG partners with other community-based organizations and volunteers to provide a well-rounded after-school program. CNG Garfield will operate for the entirety of the school year, from the end of school to 6pm daily, and full days during the summer (9am to 3pm). Program Goals Increase positive academic behaviors Develop positive attitudes/youth development indicators Provide positive supports and opportunities for members Increase parent/guardian engagement and satisfaction Guide members to actively select their high school and enroll in college prep classes Increase members' academic achievement School Site Unit Director Responsibilities Program Management: Manages all aspects of the after-school program, ensuring a quality educational and youth development experience for all participants. Collaborates with school and district staff, other SSUDs, and the Director of School-Site Programs to ensure that programming is aligned with the missions of the school, the district, and BGCP. Develops and maintains a strong relationship with school staff, including scheduling regular check-ins with the principal and community school coordinator and participating in collaborative partner meetings. Coordinates programming with partner organizations and volunteers. Develops and regularly revisits instructional plans for each grade level, with the objective of supporting all members in becoming academically proficient and developing the life skills and attitudes necessary to achieve high school graduation. Determines ongoing needs/interests of students, parents, and school staff and reviews and revises program offerings to meet emerging needs/interests. Arranges trainings to support after-school instructors in designing and delivering effective lessons. Prepares for and supports informal and formal program evaluation. Builds strong relationships with parents by leading parent orientations and meetings (ideally in English and Spanish); connecting daily at pick-up time; making phone calls regarding student attendance, attitude, and participation; encouraging participation in BGCP and school celebrations; and organizing workshops, family nights, or other events that increase parents’ connection to and involvement in their child’s school and education. Purchases and prepares materials for activities as needed. Supervisory: Selects, trains, and manages all CNG Garfield staff, including evaluating and assessing their needs for ongoing professional development. Delegates work appropriately to the Assistant Directors. Manages staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage. Provides last-minute coverage in classrooms as needed. Leads professional development, staff meetings, and some trainings. Documents and shares lessons learned with other site managers across the organization. Creates a positive work atmosphere. Fosters teamwork and a constructive exchange of ideas. Ensures that all staff adhere to BGCP and school behavior, discipline, and safety policies. Sets high expectations for staff and students and demands compliance. Administration: Manages site expenses, ensuring quality program implementation within budgetary limits. Compiles data and tracks students for program evaluation and reporting. Creates opportunities to publicize and involve BGCP in school events (e.g. Open House, Back-to-School Nights, parent conference days, staff development) as well as events in the broader community (e.g, city council meetings, parent education opportunities). Prepares and gives presentations as needed. Supports BGCP events, initiatives, and general organizational needs. Other Duties: Takes pride in and responsibility for school-site facilities: Organizes the CNG office. Keeps signs and bulletin boards neat and current. Decorates walls with members’ work and motivational pieces to create a space conducive to learning. Ensures that the area fosters physical and emotional safety. Proactively monitors work area and equipment for potential maintenance needs. Communicates needs to BGCP/district IT personnel. Ensures that all facilities on campus that CNG uses are left as they were found. Executes and participates in special events and fieldtrips as needed. Is respectful of other staff members’ time by being prompt to scheduled meetings. Is flexible with hours as needed for the program to best serve its members. Required Qualifications BA/BS or five + years equivalent experience A minimum of one year successful experience teaching in an educational environment A minimum of two years successful experience supervising staff Knowledge of effective teaching methods and curriculum development and ability to design programs to meet the learning needs of middle school students A demonstrated ability to coordinate, inspire, and motivate others High level of communication skills, both written and oral Experience working in an ethnically diverse community Energy, leadership skills, strong initiative, ability to motivate through positive reinforcement Availability to work with some flexibility for occasional evening or weekend events Strong interpersonal, team development, organizational, and management skills Clear background check and history indicating fitness to work with children Negative TB Test Current CPR/1st Aid certification Desired Qualifications Teaching credential (multiple-subjects or single-subject) and/or Master’s in Education Competency in writing and speaking in Spanish