What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at The Demand Project?
Position Overview: The Empower Academy Educator (EAE) serves a crucial role in The Demand Project’s residential program at Mount Arukah, designed for minor girls who have survived human trafficking, online enticement, and/or commercial sexual exploitation—or are at significant risk of these crimes. The EAE works closely with the Empower Academy Principal to facilitate high-quality, trauma-informed education to residents, ensuring a supportive and structured learning environment that promotes healing and personal growth.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Empower Academy Educator (EAE) collaborates with the Empower Academy Principal to support residents' education through Insight School of Oklahoma (ISOK), ensuring students stay engaged, complete assignments, and meet their academic goals. Responsibilities include monitoring online activities, facilitating live classes, coordinating with ISOK teachers, and planning creative, trauma-informed learning activities. The EAE also oversees educational outings, enforces discipline and house rules, maintains a safe and supportive environment, and fosters a positive culture of accountability, healing, and growth. Additional duties involve facilitating fitness activities, providing transportation for school-related needs, and pursuing professional development in trauma-informed education.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in education or social sciences preferred.
- Experience with children, especially those with trauma backgrounds or behavioral challenges, is preferred.
- Willingness to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Experience in educational settings, particularly in alternative or special education, is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Trauma-informed practices and child development.
- Online learning platforms and educational software.
- Teaching and adapting to individual learning needs.
- Communication, organization, and creative problem-solving.
- De-escalation and crisis management.
- Build trust with diverse youth while maintaining boundaries.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and accountable environment.
- Work collaboratively and adapt to changing needs.
The Ideal Candidate: This person is a compassionate, trauma-informed educator skilled in engaging students and managing online learning. They excel at communication, organization, and relationship-building while maintaining boundaries. Flexible and calm under press
