Vice President, K-8 Sites - Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula

POSITION
Vice President, K-8 Sites

OUR MISSION
To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

OUR VISION
All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning

OUR CORE VALUES
Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) proudly stands as the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, dedicated to empowering 5,400 TK-College students across 29 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We believe that talent is equally distributed across Silicon Valley, but opportunity is not, so we are committed to ensuring that socio-economically disadvantaged students have equitable access to the opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond. Students benefit from high-quality academic programs, captivating enrichment activities, and access to critical mental health services. With support from our staff, Board, and broader Team BGCP community, we strive to make our community a great place for all kids to grow up.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Vice President (VP) of K-8 for BGCP Programs is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing, developing, and enhancing the delivery of expanded learning programs for students in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. This role is essential to thousands of students in San Mateo County receiving the transformative opportunities they deserve.  In this role, you will oversee four regional directors who, in turn, oversee 20 school sites and 200 part-time employees. . 

This position requires a proven dynamic leader with a passion for youth development, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to inspire a team toward excellence.  This is truly a role where strategy meets execution and both are critical to success.  

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Leadership:

  • Provide strategic direction and leadership for the delivery of all K-8 after-school & extended-learning programs.

  • Develop and communicate clear mission, vision, and goals for the programs that are both measurable and aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities

  • Partner with school districts & partner schools to deliver aligned programs.

• Staff Management:

  • Support the regional directors in their hiring, training, and supervising of program managers, educators, and support staff.

  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting professional growth and development among team members.

  • Coach & guide Regional Directors on effective management techniques of their teams and the part-time youth program leaders.

• Budget Management:

  • Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation.

  • Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain financial accountability.

• Quality Assurance:

  • Guide the establishment and maintenance of program quality standards, including safety protocols, curriculum effectiveness, and program evaluation.

  • Regularly assess and report on program outcomes to the COO and other members of the leadership team. Make data-informed decisions and recommendations.

• Compliance and Reporting:

  • Ensure that all programs comply with relevant regulations, including partner requirements, child safety, and educational standards, and funding requirements.

  • Prepare and submit reports as needed to funders, regulatory agencies, and the organization's leadership.

• Innovation and Growth:

  • Grow and scale a high-functioning, diverse, and distributed team.

  • Continuously develop and improve our systems and processes for both program delivery and impact measurement.

  • Find ways to expand program offerings and reach more students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive experience in K-8 education leadership roles, with a proven track record of measurable results, and leadership. Additional direct service experience in working with students would be highly desirable.

• Prior experience effectively managing large, distributed teams (in various locations) of various types of employees.

• Strong knowledge of youth development, educational methodologies, and curriculum design.

• Proven strength in communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Budget management.

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional partners. 

• Familiarity with regulatory and funding requirements for after-school programs (ideally).

LOCATION & SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm,  Menlo Park Office (covers all regions)

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $170k-$190k

• Health Benefits: BGCP covers 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees; 50% for dependents.

• Retirement Benefits: BGCP offers up to 10% of salary contribution to the 401(k) plan.

• Comprehensive Paid Time-Off Policy, along with additional benefits.

• Contributing to a thriving community for youth growth: Beyond measure.

ONBOARDING PROCESS:

• BGCP will cover all onboarding process requirements.

• COVID Vaccination: Mandatory, except for religious or medical exemptions.

• Complete LiveScan background check.

• Undergo a TB test.

• Participate in mandatory onboarding training sessions.

BGCP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. BGCP is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity. We actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our organization, as we believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances the quality of our services.