[ref. l33191902] Director of High School Success (NY)

Who We Are

Our network of schools accomplishes this by offering a challenging and rigorous academic curriculum - which at the earliest of grades, has an eye towards college preparation. We achieve this in a supportive and caring environment that always has high expectations of our students.

Who We Need

This individual must be committed to excellence, lead by example, and see collaboration as a key component of success.

Job Overview

This multivariate approach focuses on the development of the whole child, prioritizes empowering our families through access to information and exposure, and targets transforming the communities of our students’ upbringing.

The Director will shape the department to accommodate a growing alumni base and expand upon the services offered to alumni and their families.

• Facilitate the team’s efforts to promote alumni success in high school and alumni admission to and graduation from top colleges and universities.
• Manage all aspects of our high school alumni scholarship program, including the related work-study program for high school alumni and the application and selection process.
• Create an alumni ambassador program that will connect alumni across classes and ensure a relationship to Excellence Community Schools.
• Orchestrate the development of a high-quality college readiness department that includes mentoring, summer enrichment, internships, and job placement opportunities.
• Monitor alumni credit accrual to ensure on-time graduation and to encourage academic support when needed.
• Collaborate with HS Placement Team to establish an infrastructure that engenders post-graduation relationships and prioritizes relevant student academic achievement and family contact information.
• Teach a High School Success class at schools in the Bronx and Stamford, CT.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Excellence Community Schools alumni/families via email, social media, virtual and in-person workshops, and site visits to high schools (as needed).
• Attend and facilitate ECS’s annual weeklong overnight summer immersion program at Colgate University
• Lead and supervise staff that supports high school success, enrichment, and college readiness.
• Collaborate with Excellence Advancement team to ensure alumni are on track for post-secondary options.

• At least three years of experience in college admission, access, or opportunity programs, education, or nonprofit organizations.
• Ability to communicate and work with multiple stakeholders within and outside of the organization.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• Evening availability required, along with occasional weekends.
• Experience with diverse communities or working collaboratively to engage youth in community-building, social and emotional learning.
• Experience with counseling or supporting families.
• Experience with supporting students with diverse learning styles and needs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational opportunity and equity for underrepresented youth.
• Quick learner with the ability to inquire and be open to feedback.
• Holds expectations for high performance of self and alumni.
• Actively seeks out and participates in professional development activities.
• An entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged.
• A Master’s degree is preferred, Bachelor’s degree is required.

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range $75,000-$95,000.
• Health Insurance, dental, vision & 403b Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off/Paid Sick Leave/Parental Leave/FMLA
• Short-term, Long-term Disability benefits and Life Insurance