Director of Expanded Learning and Community Schools

Aspire Public Schools•Oakland, CA

5d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Expanded Learning and Community Schools has regional responsibilities, primarily focused on overseeing and supporting Aspire Bay Area. This role is essential in ensuring compliance and reporting, as well as providing implementation support in key areas such as coaching, professional development, orientation, check-ins, and external partnerships. This role works cross-functionally with regional leaders and site staff to ensure a high-quality program aligned with Aspire’s Bay Area priorities and equity commitments. This role will also oversee and host regular Communities of Practice for Expanded Learning Site Directors and the region's Dean of Community Schools. This role will also oversee and host regular Communities of Practice for all schools in the region that hold community school grants.

Requirements

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
Bachelor’s degree required, with relevant degree and/or content expertise
5+ years as a teacher, school counselor (or related field), or school administrator, with demonstrated results in the designated content area
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

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Make programmatic decisions based on regional needs that align with and integrate with Aspire-wide and regional goals, priorities, and guardrails
Adapt the ExL handbook to meet the local context
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
Assist with budgeting and financial planning for ExL programs
Monitor 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
In collaboration with other regional leaders, 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
Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
Actively seeks to improve and simplify Aspire’s approach to particular job functions
Comfortable with the utilization of technology in a remote environment
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.