Associate Site Manager – New
York University
ABOUT JUMPSTART
Jumpstart is a national early education organization that recruits and trains college students and
community volunteers to work with preschool children in low-income neighborhoods. Through a
research based curriculum, Jumpstart children develop the language and literacy skills they need to be
ready for school, setting them on a path to close the achievement gap before it is too late. Join us to work
toward the day every child in America enters kindergarten prepared to succeed. Learn more at
www.jstart.org.
ABOUT NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1831, New York University is now one of the largest private universities in the United
States. Of the more than 3,000 colleges and universities in America, New York University is one of only
60 member institutions of the distinguished Association of American Universities. From a student
body of 158 during NYU's very first semester, enrollment has grown to more than 40,000 students
attending 18 schools and colleges at five major centers in Manhattan and in sites in Africa, Asia,
Europe, and South America.
The center of NYU is its Washington Square campus in the heart of Greenwich Village. One of the
city's most creative and energetic communities, the Village is a historic neighborhood that has attracted
generations of writers, musicians, artists, and intellectuals. NYU, in keeping with its founder’s vision,
is “in and of the city”: the University – which has no walls and no gates – is deeply intertwined with
New York City, drawing inspiration from its vitality.
Jumpstart NYU is housed within The Office of Civic Engagement. Civic engagement at NYU refers to
both individual and collective initiatives designed to identify and address community needs and
public concerns. Civic engagement takes many forms at NYU, from one-day and episodic service
projects to year-long opportunities working alongside community partners locally, nationally, and
globally. As a private university in the public service, engagement and community knowledge are
essential hallmarks of an NYU education and to an engaged citizenry.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Associate Site Manager is a full year position based on the NYU campus. The Associate Site Manager
will assist the Senior Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the campus Jumpstart
program in order to insure that Jumpstart Quality Standards, guidelines provided by Jumpstart, are met
and the program is meeting grant requirements. The Associate Site Manager will support recruitment,
training and management for college students serving as part-time AmeriCorps members to work with
low-income preschool children during the academic year. The Associate Site Manager works in
conjunction with key campus personnel and Jumpstart’s regional and national staff to implement the
Jumpstart program model.
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Within Jumpstart an Associate Site Manager is provided opportunities for professional development and
growth.
The Associate Site Manager will report directly to the Senior Site Manager, Sabrina Castro, in conjunction
with a Program Director in the regional office of Jumpstart Tri-State.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1.
Early Childhood Education and Training
 Facilitate Jumpstart training series for Corps members
 Observe Jumpstart sessions to monitor the quality of interactions between Corps members and
children and the implementation of planned curriculum
 Provide coaching and feedback to Corps members based on observations
 Observe and support Curriculum Planning Meetings to monitor the quality of team collaboration,
meeting facilitation and the design of curriculum to be used in Jumpstart Sessions
 Ensure the site is meeting the requirements of the Jumpstart Quality Standards
2. Program Management
 Plan and manage recruitment process; interview and select all Corps members for site
 Support Corps members in the completion of expected hours requirements
 Recruit and manage a Corps member to serve as a Volunteer Coordinator
 Provide Corps members and Team Leaders with systematic supervision and support, consistent
and responsive management, and clear ongoing communication
 Manage Corps member files to Corporation for National and Community Service and/or Grantee
specifications
 Prepare and submit reports on site fiscal and programmatic performance to Regional Office
 Facilitate Jumpstart Summer Program to specifications designed by Jumpstart (may not be
applicable to all sites)
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Campus and Community Partnerships
 Build and manage high quality Preschool Program Partner relationships
 Cultivate and manage campus relations to ensure sustainability and success of the program on
campus
 Work with Volunteer Coordinator to plan and execute volunteer engagement activities to involve
outside members of the community and our corporate sponsors in our work
 Contribute to the development of the Jumpstart brand by engaging in local media and public
relations activities, including maintaining and updating site web page
4.
Jumpstart National Network Responsibilities
 Participate in weekly one-on-one meetings with Jumpstart Program Director
 Participate in twice monthly Regional Conference Calls
 Attend Leadership Institutes annually and New Staff Training during first year
 Support the development of National and Regional stakeholders by hosting site visits and engaging
Corps members in events
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Campus Specific Responsibilities
 Participate in campus and department responsibilities including staff meetings and events
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 Work with faculty, administration and others who can assist with Jumpstart member training and
recruitment, and institution of higher education and preschool program partner relationships
 Work with director and other educators to develop and deliver course content
QUALIFICATIONS
Potential candidates should meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree required, in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred
Background or experience in an early childhood setting
Strong organizational, management and leadership abilities
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in order to meet key tasks as scheduled
Prior Experience in managing others; ability to provide verbal and written feedback
Demonstrated ability to use basic and some advanced functions of Windows operating systems,
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) the internet and web-based forms
Ability to comprehend and manage basic fiscal matters such as budgets
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with university staff and the general community
Commitment to Jumpstart’s mission and values
Commitment to serving the community
ADDITIONAL
 Requires significant evening/weekend work at specific times during the program year
 Significant local travel required
TO APPLY
To apply please email your resume and thoughtful cover letter to RegionTwoJobs@jstart.org.
In your cover letter please focus on explaining how your experience fits with the mission of Jumpstart
plus why you would want to work specifically at New York University.
SALARY RANGE
Commensurate with education and experience; competitive benefits and great work environment
START DATE
Week of July 20, 2015
LOCATION
Manhattan, New York
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Jumpstart is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
religion or creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, disability or any
other legally protected status recognized by federal, state or local law with respect to employment opportunities.
Please visit our website at www.jstart.org.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate
in the application process.
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