Site Director - Disston Elementary School

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

CORA's Community Service Division is currently hiring a full-time After School Site Director to work at Disston Elementary School, located at 6801 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA 19135.

School year SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Site Directors are expected to work every week of the year, with the exception of predetermined CORA Holidays or PTO requested days off.

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Disston Elementary School

PAY RATE: Starting at $48,500

YouthCOR Site Directors are expected to travel from CORA's Main Office (19111) to their program site daily.

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth. 

In addition, as a Site Director at Disston Elementary, your duties will include: 

• Build impactful relationships with children, youth and families.


• Engage students, families, and other community agencies to connect families to the program.


• Become a pillar in the school community by building and maintaining relationships with school administration, teachers, families and other stakeholders to ensure program visibility and community support.


• Complete administrative duties to ensure smooth program delivery.


• Design high quality, fun and engaging programing in literacy, STEAM and social emotional learning.


• Create a safe environment for all staff and students though best practices in policies and procedures.


• Grow and Supervise passionate leaders into role models and advocates for the youth in the program.

 Who are we looking for? 

• Staff who care about making an impact in the lives of children and youth.


• Positive and energetic staff who are dedicated to giving students an amazing experience every day.


• Staff with a desire to grow and develop leadership skills in the education/child care field.


• Staff with supervisory skills and able to lead a team of 5-10 staff.


• Staff who prioritize safety and supervision during program time.


• Staff who are organized and can meet deadlines in a timely manner.


• Staff who maintain professionalism at all times.

SITE DIRECTOR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates' degree with 30 credits in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Human Services or a related field; or


• Associates' degree in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Human Services or a related field; or


• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including 30 credit hours in ECE, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Human Services or a related field.

PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Walk and stand for the duration for the shift (4 hours during school year, 8 hours during summer).


• Walk at a pace to stay with a group of children during field trips. (Length of walking varies for trip).


• Transition between sitting, standing and kneeling, as needed.


• Lift and carry 25 lbs.

CORA Offers: 

•  Medical, dental and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1^st day of the month following date of hire)


• Company paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages


• Supplemental voluntary benefits including STD, accident, critical illness, etc.


• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service


• Paid time off + paid agency holidays


• Employee Assistant Program


• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy)


• An outstanding, inclusive work environment

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.