Community School Director: After-School & Summer Programs

Areté Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance offered

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Areté Education seeks a Community School Director to lead The Laboratory School of Finance and Technology’s community school strategy in the Bronx. This on‑site role partners with school leaders, families, and community groups to align resources and develop programs that improve student success, attendance, and college readiness.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled relationship builder and systems thinker, capable of data‑driven decision making, program oversight, and effective staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in education, youth development, after‑school, or community‑based programming.
• Experience managing education programs and/or SACC‑licensed sites strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising staff and managing program operations.
• Knowledge of positive youth development and social‑emotional learning practices.
• Experience with student data systems and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on‑site supervisor responsible for the overall success of the program.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate high‑quality academic, enrichment, recreation, STEM, arts, wellness, and SEL activities.
• Establish and monitor program goals, outcomes, and performance metrics.
• Ensure program quality, safety, and compliance with DOE, grant and SACC requirements.
• Lead annual program planning and support summer programming initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain organized program records, curriculum materials, and digital documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Data analysis

Program management

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Areté Education seeks a Community School Director to lead The Laboratory School of Finance and Technology’s community school strategy in the Bronx. This on‑site role partners with school leaders, families, and community groups to align resources and develop programs that improve student success, attendance, and college readiness.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled relationship builder and systems thinker, capable of data‑driven decision making, program oversight, and effective staff