Deputy Director of Community Schools

Deputy Director Of Community Schools New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources. New York Edge is seeking a passionate, community-driven leader with a strong background in youth development and education to lead and strengthen our Community School initiatives. The Deputy Director of Community Schools is instrumental in driving and executing high-impact programming that supports students, families, and school communities across their portfolio. The Deputy Director will be responsible for daily program operations, program design and enhancement, risk management, contract compliance, staff recruitment, training and supervision, relationship building, data analysis, and fiscal management. A key aspect of this role is cultivating meaningful, collaborative relationships with principals, school and district leaders, families, and community partners. The Deputy Director serves as a trusted connector and advocate—elevating the visibility of New York Edge in key communities and aligning resources to meet the evolving needs of the students and families we serve.

Experience Requirement(s): Five years of management experience, preferably supervising school-based, multi-site programs. At least 7 years of experience in the field of urban education or community-based organizations. Demonstrated work experience in building relationships to advance program goals and objectives, preferably in a youth development setting. Experience managing program budgets in excess of $800,000. Understanding of the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) systems and languages. Knowledge of the Community School framework and whole-child, whole-family approaches preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability to maintain calm during tense situations and negotiations, with a strong ability to create consensus and persuade diverse constituents. Bilingual skills (Spanish) are highly preferred. Systems thinker, data-driven decision-maker with data utilization know-how. Proven ability to energize, motivate, and engage staff. Excellent organizational, analytical, financial management, and problem-solving skills. Skilled in managing complex initiatives, meeting deadlines, and balancing competing priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication for a variety of audiences, including reports, proposals, and public speaking. Proficiency with general computer literacy, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other systems as needed. Ability to travel to the sites and throughout the New York Edge service areas. Work Environment & Physical Demands: Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School and requires interaction with the community at large during events, outreach, and trips. May be required to walk up and down stairs, lift or move objects/materials as needed. Work hours will be consistent Monday through Friday, with potential for some weekend or evening scheduled activities or events. At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and communities to apply.