Accountable for ensuring New York Edge maintains an emotionally and physically safe environment for youth
Serve as an advisor to the principal, providing leadership for coordinating the work of different partners within the school.
Work with school leadership to maintain a 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 and monitor impact of interventions.
Build relationships and mechanisms to effectively link the school day to expanded learning opportunities.
Provide training and technical assistance to ensure cultural and linguistic appropriateness of services.
Coordinate the allocation of space for student and family support services, and for special events.
Ensure budgetary compliance and with submission of any required documents or reports to funding sources.

Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Education, Psychology, or Social Work
Minimum of three (3) years experience in urban education or community organizing with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth & adolescents in New York City.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, manage priorities and workflow, while maintaining a positive, patient and calm demeanor.
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.
Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Community School Site Director

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