Community School Site Director

New York Edge is looking for a Community School Director (CSD) to establish a visible presence within the school building, assuming a strong leadership role throughout the academic school year. Community Schools are a strategy to organize resources and share leadership to integrate social services into the fabric of the schools. Community Schools offer a holistic approach toward improving academic performance driven by strong, collaborative partnerships among principals, parents, teachers and CBOs.

Responsibilities

Accountable for ensuring New York Edge maintains an emotionally and physically safe environment for youth meeting all compliance and safety requirements; Serve as an advisor to the principal and coordinate the work of partners within the school; Work with school leadership to maintain focus on results and track progress; Responsible for recruitment and supervision of dedicated staff; Organize and oversee assets and needs assessments; Serve as a point person for agencies and programs interested in partnering with the school; Identify high-need students, coordinate with teachers to target interventions, and track impact; Build relationships and mechanisms to link the school day to expanded learning opportunities; Facilitate alliances and partnerships with City agencies and non-profit partners; Provide training and technical assistance to ensure cultural and linguistic appropriateness; Support resource management and development including fund development and grant maintenance; Coordinate allocation of space for student and family support services and special events; Oversee program activities including expanded learning time, parent family and community engagement, mental health, holiday and Saturday programs and summer activities; Participate in school governance, community school team meetings, and specialized meetings; Assess student and family needs and make referrals to appropriate community agencies; Cultivate positive relations with school administrators, teachers, parents and community constituents; Collaborate with Community School partners on program delivery; Establish parent involvement in advocacy, special events, daily operations, education, and trips; Promote the Community School in the community through flier distribution and attendance at meetings; Create and distribute program updates and attend outreach events; Identify and utilize community resources; Keep supervisor informed of pertinent site information; Ensure program compliance with DOE and DOHMH regulations; Monitor student registration, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs, and online virtual learning; Ensure student attendance information is delivered to the Data Department weekly; Ensure new hires have completed required clearances and paperwork; Ensure timesheets are accurately completed and submitted to Payroll on time; Maintain accurate records including staff files, program flyers, materials, schedule and curriculum; Report site injuries and immediately communicate incidents; Ensure budgetary compliance and submission of required documents or reports; Track and care for all equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Minimum of three years experience in urban education or community organizing with at least one year of supervisory experience; Minimum of one year experience working with youth and adolescents in New York City; Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, manage priorities and workflow while maintaining a positive, patient and calm demeanor and positive team spirit; Strong understanding of New York City and New York State education requirements in an urban setting; Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals in person, virtually and over the phone; Ability to articulate outcome requirements and provide necessary and appropriate resources and support; Ability to de-escalate potentially risky or difficult situations; Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; Ability to walk up and down stairs and lift or move objects/materials as needed; Must pass safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

Nice to have

Preference in Education, Psychology, or Social Work; At least 18 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field preferred.