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About Us: • We are a vibrant, child-centered educational facility in Midtown Manhattan, offering a dynamic indoor play and enrichment space for children ages 2 to 8 years old. Our mission is to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence through fun, hands-on learning experiences in a safe and inspiring environment. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced, creative, and passionate Enrichment / Afterschool Program Manager to lead the development and implementation of engaging STEAM-focused programs, including Chess, LEGO Robotics, Fitness, Dance, Drama, and Science. This individual will be responsible for designing curriculum, managing program operations, and delivering exceptional learning experiences to young children. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement age-appropriate enrichment programs in STEAM and creative disciplines. Coordinate and manage daily afterschool activities for children aged 2–8. Lead, support, and supervise a team of instructors and support staff. Monitor program quality and ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Collaborate with parents and staff to support children’s development and engagement. Manage materials, supplies, and equipment for each activity area. Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously improve curriculum offerings. Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of experience in managing or coordinating children’s enrichment or afterschool programs. Strong background in at least one of the following areas: STEAM education, performing arts, physical education, or early childhood development. Exceptional organizational and leadership skills. Ability to engage young children with patience, enthusiasm, and creativity. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. CPR and First Aid Certification preferred. Schedule: Flexible full-time or part-time availability between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasional weekends for special events may be required. Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Compensation: $25 – $35 per hour (Based on Experience)

This Isn’t Just Another Job. And We’re Not Just Another Architecture Firm. Are you the kind of person who thrives on the job site, not behind a desk? Do you get a thrill out of coordinating teams, solving problems in real time, and ensuring complex projects run like a well-oiled machine? Can you juggle site visits, client meetings, contractor calls, RFIs, submittals, and still find time to answer that urgent email? If you nodded three times (or more), keep reading. We’re Solutions Architecture — and we’re not just growing, we’re scaling. With more than 20 years of client loyalty under our belt and a workload that will take us from now and into the future, we’re expanding our team to include dedicated Construction Administrators. We’ve been named one of the Best Places to Work in NJ for five years running — not because we say so, but because our people do. Needless to say, this isn’t a 9-to-5 gig. This is a boots-on-the-ground, high-energy, all-hands-on-deck role for someone who knows how to own a job site and be the central communication hub that makes everything flow. Your Mission: • Be the primary liaison between the contractor and the client — building trust, setting expectations, and keeping everyone aligned., • Attend weekly job meetings, walk the site, and report construction progress with clarity and confidence., • Coordinate directly with consultants and engineers to get answers fast and communicate with them effectively., • Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and track schedule milestones to keep projects on time and on budget., • Document like a pro — site reports, photos, logs, and correspondence that become the backbone of successful delivery; the firm embraces technology, with software and equipment that help us work smarter, not harder., • Represent Solutions Architecture with professionalism and poise — because our name is on every decision made in the field., • Provide early warnings, flag risks, and most importantly: bring solutions. Who You Are: • Experienced — Minimum 5 years of field experience in Construction Administration for architectural projects ranging from $500K to $25MM., • Organized to the bone — Able to manage multiple projects and priorities without breaking a sweat., • Unshakable — Chaos doesn’t rattle you; you stay cool, focused, and communicative under pressure., • A people person — You know how to build relationships with clients, contractors, and consultants alike., • Technically sharp — You understand how buildings go together and can speak the language of trades, consultants, and engineers fluently., • Available and adaptable — If you're looking for a cushy desk job or a clock-puncher’s lifestyle, this isn’t it. What We Offer: • A culture-first workplace built on teamwork, transparency, and trust., • A+ Clients we’ve worked with for decades (because they love us)., • Projects that matter — mostly in K–12, higher education, and public work sectors., • Competitive salary based on experience., • Annual performance bonus., • Half-day, virtual Fridays, all year long (Yes, really: 8:30–2:00 on Fridays!), • Flex hours, collaborative leadership, and a place where your voice is heard. Bonus Points If You Have: • A background in architecture or engineering (recommended)., • Experience with NJ public projects, especially in education., • Familiarity with construction software platforms and reporting tools. Apply Now — And Build Something That Lasts. Location: Verona, NJ Website: At Solutions Architecture, we don’t just deliver exceptional buildings — we deliver exceptional careers. Join the team where success isn’t a possibility — it’s the expectation.

Weekly pay is low This is a brand new company Position Summary: We are seeking a hands-on, startup-minded CEO to oversee daily operations, manage staff, implement strategic goals, and report directly to the Founder. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, highly organized, and driven by purpose — someone who can lead and build while the program is still in its early stages. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage all daily operations of the program Supervise staff, including Junior Director and any instructors or volunteers Communicate weekly with the Founder and provide updates on progress and challenges Implement systems and workflows to improve efficiency and impact Help promote the program to schools, parents, and community organizations Represent the program professionally in meetings, calls, and local events Track and report metrics related to student success, sign-ups, and growth Qualifications: Strong leadership and communication skills Proven ability to manage or coordinate a small team Passion for education, emotional intelligence, or community programs Self-starter with problem-solving skills Experience in a startup or youth-focused environment is a plus Must be responsible, trustworthy, and committed to the program's mission Additional Info: Weekly compensation is a flat rate of $175 The position is flexible, but commitment and consistency are expected All funds are handled by the Founder Opportunities for growth and bonuses may be available as the program expands

South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is committed to providing its employees opportunities for growth in a supportive community environment. With a flexible schedule and generous benefits package, SAYA provides its employees a healthy work-life balance in a youth development nonprofit. SAYA: Belong. Grow. Thrive. Organization Description: Established in 1996, South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is a 501(c)3 youth development organization dedicated to providing holistic, impactful programming to underserved New York City students. Our mission is to foster a strong sense of belonging in youth while equipping them with tools to excel academically, professionally, and personally. By championing education equity through our innovative approach, we ensure our youth are prepared to thrive and make meaningful contributions to their communities. As one of the first South Asian organizations in the United States, we play a critical role in supporting the positive development of youth from immigrant communities. Today, we provide culturally affirming programming at 10 schools and our community center reaching an ever-growing number of individuals each year. To date, we have made a significant impact on the well-being of our community by fostering resilience and wellness and increasing access to opportunities. Position Summary: The Young Women’s Leadership Program Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, implementation, coordination and facilitation of SAYA’s programming at our partner high schools and the Elmhurst Center including but not limited to Young Women’s Leadership and Postsecondary Access. SAYA’s high school programming aims to help youth navigate their complex and layered personal and social identities; practice self-care; develop positive relationships with family members and peers; and receive mentorship. The skills we help our youth build are transferable in other areas of their lives and in the future, including succeeding in high school and post-secondary opportunities. The goal is to raise their critical consciousness so that they will be better equipped to navigate their own lives, offer peer support to others and become advocates for themselves and their communities. Supervisor: Co-Director of High School and College Programs Responsibilities: Program Management • Oversee the registration and enrollment process for youth., • Lead the annual Young Women’s Leadership Conference., • Track and manage attendance and other student data using our web-based database and other customized tools., • Provide program data for grant reporting as is necessary., • Conduct periodic evaluation of programming to measure effectiveness of services and maintain documentation of activities and outcomes., • Attend trainings, professional development workshops and conferences., • Manage new projects, initiatives, and duties. Curriculum Development and Facilitation • Develop lesson plans and curriculum for leadership, college access and enrichment programming., • Utilize social emotional learning framework and strategies in the development of resources, tools and support for youth., • Incorporate social justice and advocacy framework for curriculum development., • Facilitate sessions at the Elmhurst Center and school site(s)., • Collaborate with colleagues around the planning of lessons, curriculum, career exposure and career events, special events, and trips., • Plan and facilitate enrichment activities such as visual arts, performing arts, and interest-based clubs during the school day and after school., • Incorporate an equity lens in program development., • Relationship Building and Youth Engagement., • Build positive rapport and mentoring relationships with youth by being enthusiastic, approachable, available and ready to listen., • Navigate varying group dynamics when facilitating different cohorts of youth and be a strong relationship-builder., • Provide individual, group advisement, and overall guidance for the personal and academic development of youth participants., • Participate in youth activities and free time spent outside of formally structured programming., • Lead events, and recreational and enrichment activities, which will vary throughout the year based on student interest and program scheduling priorities., • Coordinate and chaperone trips which may be held during the school day, after-school, evenings, weekends and summer., • Support youth with academic activities by providing assistance with school work and projects., • Ability to hold space for difficult conversations and formulate a plan of action for individual youth after 1:1 check ins. Partnership Development and Recruitment • Cultivate strong partnerships with SAYA colleagues, school teachers/administrators, college representatives, other CBOs and NYC government agencies to provide youth with a range of resources and support., • Build collaborative relationships with community partners and school leaders, including administration, teachers, parent coordinators, and guidance counselors., • Strengthen the connection between SAYA school partner sites and SAYA’s Elmhurst Center by collaborating with colleagues and providing information about Center programs and events to school-based youth., • Participate in youth recruitment efforts with outreach to school and community organization stakeholders., • Attend occasional evening events at the school site(s), Elmhurst Center, and other community-based organizations throughout the year to represent SAYA programming. The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. Qualifications: • Bachelor degree required, • At least 2+ years experience in relevant fields (Education, Social Work, Counseling) preferred, • Experience with workshop facilitation, youth mentorship, classroom management, and curriculum development required, • Experience developing curriculum incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL), social justice and positive youth development, • Previous experience in and knowledge of NYC public schools required, • Highly flexible and openness to feedback, with ability to organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, • Willingness to support larger SAYA team with various tasks as is needed, must be open to and contribute to supportive team culture across programs, • Excels with contingency planning for events, workshops, and flexibility in addressing changing program needs, • Excellent proficiency in Google Suite, including Google Spreadsheet, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Forms, MS-Excel, • Must be comfortable with public speaking in leading events and initiative Compensation and Benefits • $60,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience, • PTO starting at 25 days, • 10 paid holidays, • 12 weeks (60 days) of paid leave based on eligibility, • Employer sponsored medical benefits with generous employer contributions for employee and dependents, • Optional dental, vision, transit, and FSA benefits, • Retirement plan with 1:1 match of employee’s contribution up to 3% of annual salary (capped at $16,000) Additional Information • This position is in-person, • This role may require you to work a Tuesday-Saturday schedule. You must be available to work early morning hours at school-based sites and evening hours when at our Elmhurst Center, • Must be comfortable with periodic commute and occasional transfer of items between school and SAYA central office, and other designated locations as assigned or as is needed Please provide a cover letter with your application. SAYA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.