Fredom School Project Director - Dayton, United States - Ohio Department of Education

Description

TROTWOOD-MADISON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Project Director Salary Schedule:
$5,800

Stipend Work Calendar:
Summer 2024

Training:
May 28, June 1, 2024 and June 3-7, 2024

Summer Session:
June 10-July 19, 2024 Status: Summer, Certified, STRS FLSA Status:

Exempt Supervisor:
Executive Director

Job Objective:
The Project Director works with the Executive Director to manage operations for the CDF Freedom Schools program. The Project Director can serve in this capacity for more than one program site for a sponsor organization. The Project Director should have strong leadership skills with empathy for children and their families.

The Project Director should be committed to the goals of the program, able to work collaboratively with all program constituents, and be familiar with the culture and dynamics of the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Appropriate Certification through ODE
• Senior-level staff with experience managing programs for children and families
• Ability to translate a strategic plan into direct implementation
• Administrative leadership skills and experience in managing an intergenerational staff
• Ability to motivate others, pay attention to detail and lead long-term planning
• Solid commitment to the success and well-being of children
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Work with the Executive Director to recruit, hire, and manage adequate staff to operate program(s) and ensure overall quality as outlined by the standards of the CDF Freedom Schools program.
• Work with the Executive Director to recruit children and families that are our most vulnerable populations.
• Attend all required training.
• Maintain regular communication with the CDF Freedom Schools national staff, as appropriate.
• Conduct local training with program staff before and after the June Ella Baker Child Policy Training Institute.
• Work in conjunction with the site coordinator to check book inventory upon receipt and notify CDF Freedom Schools national staff of any discrepancies.
• Submit all required documents to CDF by the requested deadline.
• Ensure that the appropriate program staff inputs child, staff, and parent enrollment data in CDF's reporting system.

Ability Requirements:
Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
Acts in accordance with the professional code of ethics.
Delivers a positive work environment and engenders staff enthusiasm.
Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
Enters data and completes detailed paperwork accurately.
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Travels to meetings and work assignments

Supervisory Responsibility:
Under the direction of the

Executive Director:
plans work assignments, provides instructions, and monitors assigned staff and volunteers. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Working Conditions:
Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, or moving work-related supplies/equipment.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, or moving work-related supplies/equipment.
Duties may require standing, reaching, bending, crouching, and/or kneeling.
Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
Duties may require detailed paperwork.
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekend.

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