Position Title: Onsite Program Manager
Reports To: Director of Operations
Location: Robofun
Address: 2672 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
Overview
RoboFun | Vision Education & Media provides exciting, hands-on programs using emerging technologies for PK-12th grade youth. We ignite kids’ passion to explore and solve problems as they learn to invent, build, code, and collaborate. Our students build and program LEGO® robots, solder DIY electronic projects, create and code video games, shoot stop motion animations, and design web pages.
Job Summary
The Onsite Program Manager will manage all programs that run at our studio in Manhattan. This includes: after school, school day, weekend, and vacation programs. It also includes our onsite summer camp, birthday parties, private lessons, and special events. The Onsite Manager will support marketing initiatives, including social media, print, and digital advertising campaigns. The Onsite Program Manger has one full time direct report at this time, and we anticipate one to three more in the coming year. Alongside the other two managers, the Onsite Program Manager oversees a team of around 30 part-time teachers.
The Onsite Program Manager reports to Director of Operations and works closely with the CEO, and seven other full time staff members. Work schedule is generally 9 AM-5 PM, Tues-Sat. Schedule flexibility is required to facilitate programs and oversee projects. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a creative, fast paced environment where he/she has the opportunity to design and manage their own division of a growing company.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Management
• Manage a team of 2 – 10 staff members to make our four-classroom studio run smoothly.
• Manage all aspects of programs on site with the goal of raising the revenue by 20% per year.
• Effectively manage communications with relevant stakeholders.
• Be a highly informed advocate of all RoboFun programs.
• Master our curricula and support curriculum development for our programs.
• Track financial records for on-site programs and events.
• Support marketing initiatives as needed.
Staff Management
• Supervise and support 30+ part time teachers.
• Working with other program managers, facilitate technology trainings and professional development sessions for teaching staff.
• Curate database of education resources for teachers.
• Work with Recruitment Manager to find staffing holes, conduct interviews, oversee teaching demos, and assign potential teacher candidates.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of related experience in teaching and managing programs with children. Experience in traditional, non-traditional, or supplemental education required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, as are a friendly and personable demeanor. Must have the ability to delegate and manage staff effectively. Superior ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders with tact and tenacity. Attention to detail and strong follow-through is essential.
Must have a demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects efficiently and independently in a rigorous team environment. Customer service experience a plus. Must be passionate about RoboFun’s vision and mission. The ideal candidate has a business mind and a teacher’s heart.
Please visit our website for more information: http://robofun.org. Please send your resume, salary requirements and cover letter to careers@vemny.org. RoboFun | Vision Education & Media is an equal opportunity employer.