Director of Expanded Learning and Community Schools

About the role

The Director of Expanded Learning and Community Schools oversees and supports Aspire Bay Area. This role ensures compliance and reporting, provides implementation support, and leads strategic planning and continuous improvement cycles for the Expanded Learning and Community Schools program.

Responsibilities

• Make programmatic decisions based on regional needs that align with and integrate with Aspire-wide and regional goals, priorities, and guardrails
• Cultivate and maintain external community partnerships to enhance academic and enrichment offerings
• Collaborate with regional content experts to develop and deliver training that is aligned with Aspire instructional strategies; coordinate training across the region to ensure consistency and equity for all ExL employees
• Lead strategic planning and continuous improvement cycles for the Expanded Learning and Community Schools program, grounded in data and stakeholder input
• Aid in budgeting and financial planning for ExL programs
• Maintain oversight of expenditures and ensure programs operate within the allocated budget
• Lead the region’s annual Program Quality Audit (PQA) to assess program quality across sites
• Support and help develop systems for progress monitoring, effectiveness of community schools, and expanded learning programming
• Liaise with county and state departments of education to manage relevant grants and ensure regional compliance with grant requirements
• Ensure high-quality implementation of California’s Community Schools Framework and Quality Standards for Expanded Learning
• Ensure the collection and reporting of attendance and other data needed for compliance
• Ensure all programs and activities comply with local, state and federal regulations
• Prepare and submit required reports accurately and on time
• Build out and oversee a professional development strategy for the region’s expanded learning directors, with a specific focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion
• In close partnership with the Director of Student Services and other regional leaders, provide professional development training for the Dean of Community Schools with a specific focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, attendance interventions, and family engagement
• Support talent development strategy to strengthen the pipeline of ExL teammates into teacher and leadership opportunities
• Provide direct coaching, guidance, support, and leadership to the Expanded Learning Site Director
• Demonstrate an adaptive and collaborative approach to leadership, working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ensure high-quality programming for both adults and students, fostering a positive, productive learning environment
• Provide resources to support attendance interventions and initiatives, including partnering with external organizations to minimize barriers to attendance
• Be an unwavering champion and positive force for Expanded Learning Programs internally and externally
• Understand and apply an equity-centered lens in problem-solving

Qualifications

• Expertise in community schools programming and structure
• Knowledge of community school systems and best practices
• Knowledge of reporting and compliance-related requirements of community school grants
• Ability to coach others and improve their practice
• Exceptional ability to bridge and enhance cooperative working relationships
• Ability to manage projects, including development, implementation, and evaluation
• Ability to communicate proactively, effectively, and provide and act on feedback
• Strong problem analysis and problem resolution skills using an inquiry framework
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to contribute to a team
• Understands and applies an equity-centered lens in problem-solving

Minimum Educational Level

Bachelor’s degree required, with relevant degree and/or content expertise; Master’s degree preferred

Experience Required

5+ years as a teacher, school counselor (or related field), or school administrator, with demonstrated results in the designated content area

Work Authorization Requirements

Physical requirements: Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces; remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods; moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another; assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

EEO Statement

Aspire Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Compensation

Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammates' well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, a tuition reimbursement plan, and an adoption assistance program.

Schedule

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Benefits

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