Program Director

About The Kareem Center

The Kareem Center, an initiative of Best Childcare Centers, LLC, provides youth development opportunities designed to build confidence, leadership, creativity, independence and real-world skills.

Our programming serves children and teenagers ages 5–17 through STEM education, seasonal camps, youth mentorship, gaming tournaments, job-readiness training, empowerment workshops and community-based events.

We are seeking an organized, motivated and experienced Program Director to lead the development, coordination and daily operations of our youth programs.

Position Overview

The Program Director will serve as the primary operational leader of The Kareem Center.

This individual will oversee program scheduling, staff and mentor coordination, family engagement, community partnerships, enrollment activities and the successful execution of all center initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a natural leader who can take an idea from planning to execution, build meaningful community relationships and create engaging experiences for young people.

This position requires someone who can work independently, manage multiple projects and take ownership of operational results.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Management

• Plan, coordinate and oversee youth programs, workshops, mentorship initiatives and seasonal camps.
• Develop monthly programming calendars and activity schedules.
• Coordinate STEM activities, leadership workshops, job-readiness programs and enrichment opportunities.
• Evaluate program participation and identify opportunities to improve and expand offerings.
• Ensure programs are age-appropriate, engaging and aligned with the center’s mission.

Daily Operations

• Manage the center’s daily administrative and operational activities.
• Coordinate program registrations, enrollment documentation and participant records.
• Oversee scheduling, supplies, vendors and program logistics.
• Maintain organized program files, attendance records and operational reports.
• Ensure programs operate within approved budgets and established policies.

Staff & Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit, coordinate and supervise seasonal program assistants, instructors, mentors and volunteers.
• Establish staff schedules and communicate program expectations.
• Assist with onboarding, training and performance management.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and youth safety practices are maintained.

Community Partnerships & Outreach

• Maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, businesses and program partners.
• Coordinate partnerships, including gaming tournaments and enrichment activities.
• Identify opportunities for community engagement and program sponsorships.
• Represent The Kareem Center at community events and outreach activities.

Enrollment & Program Growth

• Respond to prospective family inquiries.
• Promote upcoming camps, workshops, mentorship opportunities and special events.
• Support enrollment and participant retention.
• Identify opportunities to generate program revenue through camps, workshops, memberships and special programming.
• Track enrollment, participation and program performance.

Multi-Market Program Coordination

• Support programming throughout Georgia.
• Coordinate mobile pop-up events and activities in Alabama and Florida.
• Assist with developing operational procedures that support future program expansion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in youth development, education, recreation, nonprofit programming, camp management or a related field.
• Previous experience coordinating programs, activities or events.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with children and teenagers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Comfortable using Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and digital scheduling tools.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising employees, contractors or volunteers.
• Experience managing program budgets.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience developing community partnerships or youth enrichment programs.

Equivalent relevant professional experience will be considered.

What We Offer

• Hourly compensation of $24.
• Leadership opportunity within a growing organization.
• Opportunity to develop and expand youth programs.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• A collaborative environment focused on youth empowerment and community impact.

Important Employment Requirements

The selected candidate must successfully complete required background screening and applicable youth-serving personnel checks for their role and program locations in Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.

This position requires professionalism, discretion, sound judgment and a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all program participants.