Program Assistant

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Program Assistant you will work directly with our Program Manager, After School Instructors, Tutors, coaches and students to prepare for and execute successful after-school programming. You will be responsible for supporting program logistics and operations for one of our Middle School After School program sites.

After-School Program Assistants will work at one of two sites based on their preference:
Queens: Forte Prep High School, 7802 Queens Boulevard
Manhattan: The Town School, 540 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021
RESPONSIBILITIES AND CALENDAR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND CALENDAR

Responsibilities:
Program Operations and Logistics (100%)
Supporting logistics and operations for our after-school programming at one of our 2 sites in Manhattan or Queens
Supporting with attendance entry, snack setup and delivery, and online collections systems
Facilitating site inventory and supply ordering
Supporting the planning and execution of on-site events
Assisting in site maintenance (snack clean up, event breakdown, etc.)
Being a role model at all times
Other duties based on the BTNY site at which you are assigned

SCHEDULE AND TIME COMMITMENT
This role is hired on a semester basis. The initial appointment covers the Spring semester only (January 13th, 2027 - April 21st, 2027). Continuation into the Summer/Fall semester is not guaranteed; however, staff who meet performance expectations and where program needs remain will likely be invited to return under a separate Summer/Fall semester contract. Conversations about potential Summer/Fall renewal typically begin in March, with Summer contracts signed before the end of April.
You will provide onsite logistical and operational support every Monday and Wednesday from 4:00 - 7:00 pm throughout the academic semester (September - December).
You will also have regular check-ins with your supervisor.
You will be required to attend:
January 13 and January 14: Program Assistant in Person Training, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Additional virtual training sessions may be scheduled as needed.
January 27th - April 21st: In-person programming on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00 - 7:00 PM

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

Who you are
Can demonstrate experience and results with similar responsibilities to those listed above
Is passionate about forming relationships with middle school students, while acting as a role model at all times
Is a current college student and/or is 18 or older
Can commit to the entire Spring 2027 Term (January 27th - April 21st)
Is confident with Zoom, Google Drive, and comfortable learning new systems
Demonstrates excellence in BTNY’s Core Values