Youth Development & Education Assistant Director

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Step into a dynamic leadership role where impact meets innovation. As the Youth Development & Education Assistant Director, you’ll help create engaging, high-quality programs that empower youth beyond the classroom. From mentoring staff and shaping culturally responsive curriculum to ensuring compliance and using data to drive success, you’ll bring grant-funded initiatives to life. This role blends strategy with hands-on support - visiting program sites, coaching teams, and building strong partnerships, all while creating meaningful experiences for students. If you’re passionate about education, leadership, and making a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose!

What You’ll Do:

• Support implementation of 21st Century MDE grant programs
• Ensure compliance with Michigan childcare licensing requirements
• Visit program sites to observe, support, and strengthen programming
• Coach and mentor staff through feedback and professional development
• Assist with grant budgets, reporting, and data tracking (Nexsys)
• Help develop program goals and measure outcomes
• Support curriculum development and program quality improvements
• Collaborate with school partners and internal teams
• Assist with staff hiring, training, and evaluations
• Step in to support site operations as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in youth development, education, or human services
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Experience with grants, compliance, or data tracking is a plus

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• (Education, Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

EOE

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person