Afterschool Site Director SY26-27

Site Director SY26–27

Location:
Multiple Metro Atlanta Locations –
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Position Type:
Part-time, Temporary (One School Year)
Start Date:
Aug 2026

Introduction: Lead with Purpose

Are you passionate about education, community, and making a lasting impact? At LaAmistad, our Site Directors do more than lead—they inspire. As the heart of our afterschool programs, Site Directors shape learning environments that uplift Latino youth through academic support, character development, and strong community partnerships. If you love teaching and leading with purpose, this is your chance to turn passion into purpose.

LaAmistad is hiring driven and compassionate educators to lead our afterschool sites for the 2026–2027 school year. In this role, you’ll create a safe, encouraging space where students build literacy and math skills, develop social-emotional confidence, and grow alongside volunteer mentors. You’ll also work closely with families, schools, and staff to ensure each child gets the tailored support they need to thrive—inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

As Site Director, you’ll lead the daily operations of your afterschool site and create an environment where students, families, and volunteers all feel empowered to succeed.

Your Core Responsibilities Will Include:

• Lead afterschool academic sessions focused on literacy, math, and social-emotional growth.
• Collaborate with LaAmistad’s Academic Director to plan and adapt learning activities based on individual student needs.
• Monitor and report student progress using assessments, report cards, and school-provided data.
• Communicate regularly with parents, schools, volunteers, and program leadership regarding student development and site updates.
• Train, supervise, and support volunteer tutors and program assistants.
• Maintain site safety by enforcing emergency protocols and child protection policies.
• Foster strong partnerships with school staff and host site representatives.
• Share weekly updates via a digital newsletter with stakeholders.
• Manage site-level administrative tasks, including timesheet approvals for staff.

A Typical Day Might Look Like:

• Arrive at host site, prepare materials, and set up classrooms
• Welcome students and volunteers; oversee sign-in and safety procedures
• Facilitate structured academic lessons and individualized tutoring
• Monitor enrichment or social-emotional activities
• Debrief with volunteers, wrap up documentation, communicate updates
• Depart after ensuring space is clean, secure, and all students are picked up safely

What Success Looks Like

Success as a Site Director means:

• Students are progressing academically and feel supported socially and emotionally.
• Volunteers feel equipped and appreciated in their roles.
• Parents and school partners feel connected and informed.
• Site operations run smoothly and safely every day.
• Program goals are met or exceeded, including student attendance, assessment benchmarks, and family engagement.

Qualifications & Requirements

Highly Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• At least one year of experience working with K–5 students
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
• Confidence in leading a classroom independently
• Physical ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs., climb stairs, and move quickly between classrooms
• Experience managing a team and/or volunteers

Technology Requirements:

• Must provide own laptop
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Retired educators (K–12)
  encouraged to apply
• Fluent in Spanish (preferred, not required)
• Passion for educational equity and community engagement
• Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse families, volunteers, and school staff
• Self-motivated, resilient, and collaborative—aligned with LaAmistad’s core values:
  • Kindness:
    Speak with love, listen with patience, act with compassion
  • Excellence:
    Every touch, every time, no exceptions
  • Passion:
    Turn work into joyful pursuit
  • Teamwork:
    Together, we achieve more
  • Perseverance:
    Grit that drives change despite challenges
• Candidates over age 25 who are willing to drive a small bus/van to transport up to 14 students to afterschool, in addition to filling this role, will receive an additional $2/hour above their determined pay rate. Clean MVR required. No special license needed.
  

Work Environment

This role requires an active in-person presence across program sites. Candidates should be comfortable with:

• Traveling regularly to locations throughout Metro Atlanta
• Standing, walking, and moving between sites as needed
• Lifting and carrying materials up to 30 pounds
• Supporting a fast-paced, dynamic program environment

Additional Details

• Temporary, part-time position for the 2026–2027 school year
• Hours vary by site but generally run from early afternoon through early evening on weekdays
• Attendance at scheduled trainings and team meetings is mandatory
• This role may require local travel between LaAmistad sites

About LaAmistad

LaAmistad is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Latino students and families through educational support and life-enriching programs. We believe in building brighter futures together—through community, compassion, and consistent care.