26-27 Community School Manager - Valor Academy High School

BRIGHT STAR SCHOOLS•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$67,000 - $137,111•Onsite

About The Position

The Community School Manager (CSM) is a full-time, exempt, 12-month member of the School Leadership Team at Valor Academy High School in North Hills, Los Angeles. Reporting to the School Principal or another administrator designated by the Principal, the CSM also receives support from the Senior Vice President of Student and Family Services and the Community Schools Chair. The role develops and implements comprehensive, equity-driven community school strategies, coordinates programs addressing barriers to student learning, builds sustainable partnerships, and aligns family and community engagement with school-wide goals. The CSM establishes systems of support for students, families, and community members and implements policies and procedures required by community schools grant initiatives, including compliance with California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) requirements. Bright Star Schools is a nonprofit, publicly funded, open-enrollment organization operating nine public charter schools in urban Los Angeles. Its mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support so students can achieve academic excellence and develop their talents. The Community School Manager works with school and community partners to coordinate services, resources, and engagement activities during and beyond the school day. The position is based at the school site and requires travel to other district and community locations, including occasional evening meetings. The stated salary range is $67,000–$137,111 per year, based on experience. The position is listed with an immediate start date.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of work experience required.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency required.
Ability to travel to other sites and locations using a personal vehicle, attend periodic evening meetings, and travel within county boundaries for meetings.
Ability to work effectively in a multi-ethnic community and develop and maintain cooperative relationships with individuals and groups.
Ability to facilitate oral and written communication and conduct business professionally.
Ability in grassroots community outreach and organizing, and ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory information and understand and analyze written and spoken English.
Ability to cope with stressful situations and time constraints, make sound judgments based on available information, remain calm in emergencies, and perform under pressure and tight deadlines.
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, adapt to changing priorities and work demands, solve problems logically, and provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students; strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; and a passion for student success.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including prolonged sitting or standing, frequent walking, lifting or moving objects of up to 20 pounds, bending and other movements, frequent computer use, and in-person and remote verbal communication.
Must be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Educational experience in education, community impact, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Work in education supporting children in grades TK–12 is a plus.
Bilingual English/Korean proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as an active member of the School Leadership Team and embed community school principles in school-wide planning, policies, and decisions.
Build and maintain connections between the school and community, creating opportunities for shared leadership and trust.
Collaborate to resolve issues related to service delivery, access, and coordination; advocate for policies centered on racial equity, restorative justice, and student well-being.
Create and implement a community school plan; manage day-to-day CCSPP programming, partnerships, site plans, resources, and evaluation of program effectiveness.
Work with the Community School Chair to collect information and data for grant reporting, and collaborate with managers at other campuses and the Community Schools Director to streamline implementation.
Manage the CCSPP grant budget, track expenditures, coordinate with finance teams, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements and alignment with the long-term vision for school transformation.
Identify, engage, and recruit community partners to provide programs and services based on community needs; develop a continuum of services for students, families, and community members.
Provide information sharing and referral services; assess partnerships and coordinate service teams to meet needs, maximize services, and make adjustments as needed.
Advocate for students, families, and community members in the school neighborhood.
Coordinate community school services during and beyond the school day, including expanded learning, health and mental health services, family engagement, and direct material assistance.
Manage and attend school meetings and outreach events, including program culminations, press events, open houses, and community events.
Serve as a liaison among the School Support Team, teachers, partner agencies, families, and students regarding grant requirements and program communications.
Develop, maintain, and publicize schedules of school resources, programs, and activities; communicate awareness of community needs and trends.
Conduct needs assessments with administrators, teachers, partner agencies, parents, and students to identify learning barriers, available resources, and service gaps.
Manage school-level collection and entry of evaluation data used to assess program effectiveness and outcomes.
Strengthen connections with local leaders, including elected officials, by attending community events and meetings and representing the school to external partners.
Participate in in-person school programming and activities and perform other duties assigned by the Principal or Community Schools Chair.