Part-Time During the School Year | Full-Time Summer
Philadelphia, PA
$19.00/hour
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Leadership Career?
Sunrise of Philadelphia is seeking a confident, organized, and proactive Site Lead to help lead one of our Out-of-School Time (OST) programs.
This is more than a lead staff position. As the primary on-site leader, you'll oversee daily operations, coach staff, ensure youth safety, solve problems in real time, and help create a positive, high-quality experience for children and families every day. You'll work closely with a Shared Site Director while taking ownership of the day-to-day success of your assigned program.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced youth development professionals who are ready to grow into program leadership.
About Sunrise of Philadelphia
Sunrise of Philadelphia provides high-quality Out-of-School Time (OST) and youth development programming for children and teens throughout South, Southwest, and West Philadelphia, as well as Upper Darby. Through a trauma-informed approach, we deliver academic enrichment, workforce development, and college and career readiness programs rooted in our values of Family, Transforming Not Transacting, and EduFun—Education Through Fun.
What You'll Do
As the Site Lead, you'll ensure your assigned program runs safely, smoothly, and consistently every day.
Daily Site Leadership
- Lead daily program operations during assigned hours.
- Coordinate staff assignments, schedules, transitions, meals, attendance, and dismissal.
- Maintain youth-to-staff ratios and respond to operational issues as they arise.
- Serve as a visible leader throughout the program—not behind a desk.
Staff Leadership & Coaching
- Provide daily direction and coaching to Activity Instructors and program staff.
- Conduct staff huddles and communicate daily priorities.
- Monitor staff performance, professionalism, attendance, and preparedness.
- Reinforce expectations while fostering a positive, accountable team culture.
Program Quality
- Ensure engaging, well-prepared activities are implemented consistently.
- Observe instructional groups and provide immediate feedback.
- Support trauma-informed, youth-centered, and culturally responsive practices.
- Help improve program quality through continuous coaching and problem-solving.
Youth Safety & Family Engagement
- Maintain active supervision of youth throughout the program.
- Respond appropriately to behavioral, safety, and medical concerns.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for families during program hours.
- Build positive relationships with school staff and community partners.
Administration & Operations
- Maintain accurate attendance, enrollment, and program records.
- Verify staff attendance and timekeeping.
- Monitor supplies, prepare documentation for compliance reviews, and communicate resource needs.
- Resolve routine operational challenges while escalating more significant concerns appropriately.
ScheduleAcademic Year
- Part-Time
- Up to 29 hours per week
Summer
- Full-Time
- Up to 40 hours per week
QualificationsRequired
- Associate's degree or higher in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working with youth
- Experience in a lead, supervisory, instructional leadership, or similar role
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to provide coaching, direction, and constructive feedback
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced youth program environment
- Proficiency with Google Workspace
Preferred
- Experience in Out-of-School Time (OST), after-school, summer camp, or school-based programming
- Formal staff supervision experience
- Experience with grant-funded or regulated programs
- Knowledge of PBIS and trauma-informed practices
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Compensation & Benefits
- $19.00/hour
- Sick Leave Accrual
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Professional Development
- Leadership growth opportunities within Sunrise
Why Join Sunrise?
At Sunrise, Site Leads are developing leaders. You'll gain valuable experience supervising staff, managing daily operations, coaching team members, and building strong relationships with youth, families, and school partners. This role is designed to prepare high-performing leaders for future advancement within the organization. The leadership success indicators emphasize growing from operational readiness to team leadership and ultimately preparing for Site Director responsibilities.
If you're passionate about youth development and ready to lead with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help create safe, engaging, and inspiring experiences for Philadelphia's youth.
Please answer ALL screening questions. Candidates that apply without responding to all screening questions will not be considered for the position.
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have an Associate's degree or higher in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field?
- Do you have at least three years of experience working with children or youth?
- Have you served in a lead, supervisory, instructional leadership, or similar role where you were responsible for directing or coaching other staff?
- Are you available to work a flexible schedule during the school year (up to 29 hours/week) and full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours/week), based on program needs?
- Are you able to obtain all required Pennsylvania child-serving clearances and a health assessment prior to employment?
- Which of the following best describes your experience? (List all that apply.)
Out-of-School Time (OST) programs
After-school programs
Summer camp programs
School-based programs
Youth development
Staff supervision
Classroom management
Family engagement
PBIS or trauma-informed practices
None of the above
- Approximately how many employees or volunteers have you been responsible for leading or supervising?
- Describe a time you had to lead a team through a challenging situation. What was your role, and what was the outcome?
- This role requires you to provide coaching and hold staff accountable while maintaining a positive team culture. How would you approach a staff member who is consistently arriving late or not meeting expectations?
Work Location: In person
