ASALA Program Manager

ASALA Program Manager

Reports to: Chief Operations & Program Officer

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Salary Range: $45,000 – $50,000 (commensurate with experience)

Position Summary

The ASALA Program Manager leads the planning, implementation, and performance of the Arts, Science & Leadership Academy (ASALA). This role ensures high-quality youth programming, effective coordination of program staff, accurate program data, and full compliance with grant and organizational requirements.

Core Responsibilities

Program Operations

• Oversee daily implementation of ASALA programming, including afterschool and summer programming.
• Maintain program schedules, staffing assignments, and classroom coverage.
• Ensure programs operate in alignment with ART INC protocols and program standards.

Staff Supervision

• Provide leadership, guidance, and accountability for Site Leads, Teaching Artists, and interns delivering program services.
• Establish clear expectations for staff roles, schedules, and program responsibilities.
• Address performance concerns promptly and escalate issues to leadership when necessary.

Program Systems & Compliance

• Ensure attendance and participant data are entered accurately in program systems (Sawyer, Cornerstone, etc.).
• Review program data regularly to maintain reporting accuracy.
• Ensure incident reports and documentation are completed according to protocol.

Program Quality & Community Engagement

• Maintain positive relationships with youth, families, schools, and community partners.
• Respond to program concerns and ensure issues are addressed in a timely and professional manner.
• Support continuous program improvement through feedback, evaluation, and data review.

Pathways Internship Worksite

• Serve as the worksite supervisor for Pathways interns placed within ASALA programs.
• Provide day-to-day guidance on workplace expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Youth Development, Arts Education, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience managing youth programs, afterschool initiatives, or community-based programs.
• Experience supervising staff or program facilitators.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

What Success Looks Like

• ASALA programs operate smoothly and consistently.
• Program staff maintain structured, well-managed classrooms with fun & engaging activities.
• Attendance and participant data are accurate and up to date.
• Program documentation and reporting remain audit-ready.
• Youth participants experience engaging, structured programming.