Germantown Academy

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Position Title: Director of Afterschool Programs

Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.

Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Assistant Head of Lower School and the Director of Operations, the Director of Afterschool Programs provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management of SPARK, After School Activity Programs (ASAPs), and designated summer programs. The Director oversees program operations, student safety, staff supervision, enrollment, family communication, and budget management while ensuring a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for students and families. This is a 12-month staff exempt position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive salary. The position does not qualify for tuition remission.

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Leadership

• Maintain an on-campus presence from 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (school year); 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (summer)
• Oversee the daily operation of SPARK, ASAPs, and assigned summer programs.
• Oversee programming, registration, and staffing for non-school days or half-days when Full Day SPARK is in session.
• Ensure student safety, supervision, and well-being.
• Develop program schedules, curriculum, policies, and procedures.
• Manage student behavior and partner with families and school leadership as needed.
• Ensure program spaces are organized, well-equipped, and conducive to learning and play.

2. Staff Leadership & Supervision

• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate program staff
• Foster a collaborative, positive team culture through coaching and professional support
• Manage staffing records and payroll documentation in partnership with school offices

3. Family Engagement & Program Administration

• Serve as the primary contact for families
• Communicate program information, policies, registration, and student updates
• Support families with registration and online enrollment systems
• Promote programs through school communications and marketing efforts.

4. Operations & Financial Management

• Oversee enrollment, attendance, dismissal, and student records
• Manage registration systems and maintain accurate program data
• Develop and monitor program budgets, financial reports, billing, and supplies
• Coordinate facilities, logistics, and compliance with school health and safety policies

5. Summer & Auxiliary Programs

• Partner with Auxiliary Programs staff to support summer programming and school-wide events.
• Assist with staffing, planning, and continuous improvement of summer programs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Recreation Management, Child Development, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience leading youth, afterschool, camp, or educational programs.
• Demonstrated success supervising staff and managing program operations and budgets.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work productively with school leadership, lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and solve problems proactively.
• Commitment to student safety, exceptional customer service, and family engagement.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and a collaborative approach to working with faculty, staff, students, and families.

Technology

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience with registration, database, scheduling, and student information systems, or the ability to learn new technologies quickly.