Deputy Director of Community Schools

ABOUT US

New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school‑based after school 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 will drive and execute high‑impact programming that supports students, families, and school communities across their portfolio. Responsibilities include daily program operations, program design, risk management, staff recruitment and supervision, relationship building, data analysis, and fiscal management.

The role requires cultivating collaborative relationships with principals, school and district leaders, families, and community partners.

$80,000 to $85,000. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Monday–Friday (evenings and weekends may be required).

• Lead Program Directors in developing comprehensive needs assessments for each school community and monitoring the implementation of targeted strategies to address identified needs.
• Design and implement innovative programming that responds to the evolving needs of students, families, and community stakeholders.
• Support Program Directors in aligning curricula with New York Edge and funder guidelines, providing leadership in adopting evidence‑based pedagogical approaches grounded in positive youth development frameworks.
• Guide Program Directors in delivering culturally competent, inclusive programs focused on project‑based learning, civic engagement, college and career readiness, mental health and SEL, social justice, and elevating student voice.
• Assist in developing and executing strategic recruitment plans to ensure full participation and engagement.
• Conduct regular site visits to observe programming, provide actionable feedback, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Evaluate program effectiveness, set measurable goals and benchmarks, and implement continuous quality improvement plans.
• Foster strong relationships with school leaders, community stakeholders, and external partners to advance the Community School model.
• Oversee daily operations across all assigned sites, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and alignment with the Community School framework and organizational mission.
• Lead risk management efforts across all sites, ensuring safe and supportive environments for students and staff.
• Supervise and evaluate program staff, identify professional development needs, and lead training initiatives.
• Analyze program data to inform strategic decisions and guide resource allocation.
• Serve as a liaison to funders and external stakeholders, maintaining clear communication and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Review and approve administrative items such as staff attendance, payroll, and purchasing.
• Support organizational efforts in staff recruitment and retention, promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Create and implement standardized procedures, tools, and systems to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Partner with the Director of Development to respond to requests for proposals (RFPs) and secure funding from local, state, and federal sources.
• Provide fiscal oversight, including developing and managing site‑level budgets and monitoring expenditures.
• Ensure all program documentation meets legal, grant, and licensing standards.
• Monitor grant compliance by aligning milestones with performance goals and managing deliverables.
• Represent the organization at meetings, trainings, and…