Assistant Director of Community Schools

Position Title

Assistant Director of Community Schools

Department  

Bronx Haven HS/BDCA Community School

Site/Location 

BXHH/BDCA

333 East 151st  

Bronx, NY 10451

Job Classification

Non-Exempt/Full-Time 

Salary Range

$27.47 - $30.22 Hourly

Reports To

Community Schools Director

MISSION STATEMENT

East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their community. ESH’s Community Schools Program aligns with our mission by providing high-quality programs and services within community centers and school partnerships.  

Reporting to the Community School Director, the Assistant Director of Community Schools will oversee attendance improvement initiatives for the Community Schools Program and support the development of a high-performing community partnership in which students and families feel supported, community members feel connected, and all stakeholders contribute to positive student outcomes.

The Assistant Director of Community Schools will coordinate resources and programs that address key priorities, including attendance, behavior, literacy, mathematics, youth development, and family engagement. Resources will be aligned with the school's current needs and may include academic support, social-emotional services, health services, and other community-based resources.

Program initiatives may be offered before, during, and after school, throughout the academic year, and during the summer months to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive, ongoing support.

The role of the Assistant Director of Community Schools requires a dynamic person who can effectively collaborate, negotiate, build relationships, mobilize, navigate, and interconnect multiple systems to succeed for kids and families. The Assistant Director of Community Schools will assist and at times take the lead in executing, coordination and alignment of resources within a Community School to achieve the educational goals of students and their families. The Assistant Director of Community Schools is expected to work in partnership with others under the vision and direction of the school principal. 

The Assistant Director of Community Schools will carry out the Leadership Team's shared vision as well as the school's requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, applying ESH's competencies to planning and organizing learning opportunities, attendance interventions, and providing support for students/families within the school and community. Additionally, managing a data-driven incentive program, events to celebrate school accomplishments, and fostering an engaging and welcoming school culture for stakeholders.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Community School Director, the Assistant Director of Community Schools, will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Under the direct supervision of the Community School Director (CSD), work in tandem with school Principal, their School Leadership Team (SLT) and Attendance Team, to detect student needs and facilitate relationships with community-based organizations, both internal and external, to address needs. 
• Provide ongoing supervision and support for a minimum of two (2) part-time and /or full-time staff, and community partners. 
• Delegate and monitor effectiveness of tasks performed by workgroups and community school staff
• Organizing and coordination of wide range of resources via our electronic filing system to support student cohorts. 
• Utilize positive youth development resources to improve student attendance, behavior and/or academic performance. 
• Attend partnership school workshops and events to ensure alignment across all programs.  
• Generate reports on outcomes of the Community School efforts for various stakeholders
• Collect, review, and analyze student data to develop new strategies and plan for continuous improvement and interventions
• Coordinate services, programs, and resources surrounding social and emotional well-being and enrichment, for students with attendance and academic struggles 
• Provide social-emotional well-being and enrichment resources, referrals, and program opportunities 
• Develop new partnerships with organizations and programs to work with the school 
• Facilitate workshops for students and their families on various topics, including social services, family services, enrichment opportunities, etc.
• Build relationships with students, existing Community Based Organization (CBO) staff, and school staff
• Develop strong relationships with teachers, parents, and students, primarily through existing groups such as the school leadership team (SLT) and grade levels
• Participate in organization comprehensive professional development, team meetings, and supervision 
• Connect students to a range of prevention, early intervention, and intensive service programs that address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development of each student 
• Engage families and caregivers in understanding and supporting the education of their youth
• Engage and lead Crises intervention, small group counseling, and individual counseling
• Actively participate in core team meetings, share relevant data, highlight concerns, and develop solutions
• Assist with the creation and establishment of an environment that responds to the needs of students and families while building a culture of high attendance and achievement
• Ensure accurate attendance tracking and reporting 
• Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities
• Familiarity using web-based platforms to engage participants: zoom, google classrooms, etc.
• Monitor participant engagement and safety while on live sessions remotely
• Facilitate wellness checks/calls to families 

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

To perform this position successfully, the Assistant Director of must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment.  Additional qualifications include:

Education/Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in related field required
• Master's Degree preferred
• At least two (2) years of experience coordinating and/or developing adolescent services and programming with a wide range of cultural, social, and economic backgrounds 
• Experience with program coordination, management, and supervision of a team of staff, resource connection, referral coordination with various youth age groups (K-12)
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to represent the organization. written and communication skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with the school's administration and leadership team
• Ability to engage, build relationships, and demonstrate empathy with adolescents
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and responsibilities 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff members
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure
• Familiar with Socio-Emotional and Trauma-Informed practices
• Must be an outstanding strategic thinker and problem solver
• Diverse cultural competence is a must 
• Bi-lingual in Spanish/English preferred

Competencies 

• • Self-Management/Initiative 
  • Teamwork Orientation 
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Communication Proficiency (written and verbal) 
  • Customer Service

Clearance 

Employees must be clear to work at ESH.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is responsible for supervising and managing the performance of all designated employees assigned to the position within the department.

Physical Demands

This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

 Expected Work Schedule
The work schedule expected for this position is: Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm and occasional Saturdays from 8am-2pm as aligned to the needs of the program/service. The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided whenever possible.

EEO Statement 

East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.