DDE Assistant Program Director Application
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  • Position: Assistant Program Director (Contractor; Part Time)
    Organization: Decidedly Different Events
    Location: Queens, NY
    Reports To: Program Director

    ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:
    Decidedly Different Events (MWBE), is a full-service event production company in New York City. Via our creative arm, we produce and manage high caliber art programs in NYC public schools. 

    THE OPPORTUNITY:
    Decidedly Different Events is seeking an Assistant Program Director for an arts-based after school program for the 2025-2026 school year in Queens, New York. The Assistant Program Director will report to and work closely with the Program Director at location site. General responsibilities include overall assistance with program management. 

    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Attend program daily, Monday through Friday. Must be on school site during program hours, approximately 2:30pm-6pm (M, T, Th, F) / 12pm-4pm (W)

    • Act as a liaison between parents/guardians of program participants, DDE staff, and host school

    • Assist in the management DDE communications to parents via email, phone, and app-based services (Bloomz)

    • Assist in the management of participant enrollment / registration processes and associated waitlists

    • Oversee daily coordination of program start and dismissal procedures

    • Draft incident reports and provide program highlights or concerns upon request

    • Distribute snacks to program participants

    • Escort program participants from the program floor to designated dismissal areas

    • Assist in general program dismissal

    • Perform other duties as assigned

    WHO SHOULD APPLY?
    We’re looking for a candidate with real-world professional work experience, which doesn’t always equate to an undergraduate degree. Yes, we have preferences (which are listed below) but we will also strongly consider candidates with field experience. Here’s what we’re looking for:

    • Experience working in a leadership or supervisory capacity in a school, after school, day camp or community youth outreach setting
    • Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with school staff, program staff, and parents
    • Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others as well as respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in an emergency situation
    • Proficient in basic computer software, including but not limited to MS Office, app-based programs, e.g., ClassDojo and virtual meeting platforms e.g., Google Meet
    • Candidates with an affinity for children!

    Position Requirements:

    • Must be U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States
    • Must be able to pass a background check

    Preferences:

    • Undergraduate degree (or working towards completion)
    • Fingerprinted with the Department of Education (DOE)
    • CPR Certified
    • Bilingual; Spanish

    SALARY
    This is a long term, part-time contract / freelance position (1099). Pay rate is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, with a minimum of 18 hours per week (maximum of 20). Possible expansion to a full-time salaried position as the program grows. 

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  • ABOUT YOU...

    Please complete all mandatory fields accurately and honestly

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  • Gender*
  • Are you authorized to work in the US?*
  • Are you above 18 years of age?*
  • Have you been vaccinated against COVID-19? Full vaccination is equivalent to ONE dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or TWO doses of either (or a combination of) Moderna or Pfizer vaccines.*
  • If you HAVE NOT been vaccinated against COVID-19, do you plan to get vaccinated?*
  • Have you worked for the New York City Department of Education and/or the New York State Education Department in the last five years?*
  • Are your fingerprints on file with the New York City Department of Education and/or the New York State Education Department ?*
  • During the course of our hiring process, in addition to reference checks, Decidedly Different Events will perform a background check on selected candidates. Are you agreeable to having your background checked?*

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  • EXPERIENCE

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  • Have you ever worked in a supervisory role? (e.g. Manager)*
  • Have any of your previous roles required you to work with parents and/or children?*

  • SKILLS

    We know you've got them! Show them off!
  • Which device type are you most comfortable in using?*
  • Which do you prefer?*
  • Please select the technology / software you are PROFICIENT in using:*
  • Which, if any, of the following app-based technologies are you familiar with / have used before?
  • Are you familiar with / have ever used any of the following accounting software?

  • EDUCATION

  • Have you completed high school or a GED program?*
  • Do you have (or are you working towards) an undergraduate degree?*
  • Do you have any teaching licenses or certifications?*
  • Have you had certified CPR training?*

  • WORK AVAILABILITY

    This position will start with training in August, 2025. Our program will start in early September.
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  • Occasionally, we might ask you to work longer hours. Are you willing to work overtime? Come in earlier? Leave later?*

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  • By clicking the submit button below, I authorize former employers, references and any other individual/organizations to provide information to Decidedly Different Events and I hereby release and discharge any of the above and release Decidedly Different Events from any liability of any kind or nature. I also understand that it is my responsibility to keep such information current and accurate by updating it as often as necessary.  I agree to a criminal background check, fingerprinting if required, and will provide my vaccination status if requested. I understand that failure to meet any medical and/or health requirements for the position may prevent my employment with Decidedly Different Events. I further understand that, if hired, I may be required to provide proof that I am a citizen of the United States or currently authorized to work in the United States. In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the hired company's rules and regulations, and I agree that my employment and compensation can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, by either me or the company's option. "I certify that the statements made by me on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and are made in good faith. I understand that if I knowingly make any misstatements of fact, I am subject to disqualification, dismissal, or other action pursuant to employment agency policy and procedure, and subject to criminal penalties as prescribed by law."  

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