Kidstop Director

Kidstop - Valparaiso, IN 46383

Salary Range: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services

Kidstop Director

Senior Director of Club Experience

Full Time Salaried ($45k to $52 k based on experience)

The Kidstop Director is responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs across 11 Kidstop sites located within partner schools, including Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education. The incumbent plans, creates, and oversees the implementation of programs while directly supervising more than 20 Kidstop staff members across all locations.

This position requires regular travel between all 11 school sites to build and maintain strong relationships with school administrators and staff, provide on-site coaching, and deliver hands‑on training to ensure consistent implementation of best practices. The role ensures high‑quality programming, staff development, and operational excellence while fulfilling grant requirements and supporting the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana.

• Oversee, plan, develop, and maintain the administration of all Kidstop programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes across all Kidstop sites.
• Travel regularly between 11 school‑based Kidstop locations to provide direct support, coaching, and hands‑on training to staff.
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with school administrators, teachers, and support staff to ensure strong partnerships and effective program delivery.
• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and coaching to over 20 Kidstop staff members, ensuring consistent expectations and best practices.
• Ensure the delivery of day‑to‑day program activities and operations are in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members and program staff.
• Plan, train, and communicate on both new and existing programs with goals throughout the year.
• Implement established Boys & Girls Club programs with fidelity and consistency.
• Control program and activity expenditures within approved budgets.
• Hire, supervise, train, and coach all Kidstop program staff members, including time approval and performance evaluations.
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting, including activities and events, daily participation figures, Office Center accounts, notable achievements, and any issues involving youth, staff, parents, or administration.
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff.
• Maintain and create safe environments, strong relationships, and open communication with members, staff, parents, and school organizations.
• Maintain a strong, team‑centered relationship with the Valparaiso Club Director.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of Kidstop programs.
• Serve as an ambassador for Kidstop programs and increase community visibility through schedules, announcements, promotional materials, and media releases.
• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

• Four year degree in related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience is preferred.
• A minimum of three years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or other youth‑centered organization is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.
• Ability to travel to all Kidstop site locations on a weekly basis.
• Ability to step in as relief program staff in the event of staff absences.
• Proven conflict resolution and collaboration skills.
• Keen problem solving skills and flexibility.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Public Passenger License and certification in CPR and First Aid.