SY 26-27 High School Associate Director of Operations

School in the Square•New York, NY

6d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Our High School at School in the Square opened its doors in Fall 2024 where we began creating opportunities and access for our students that go beyond the core content areas. Our high school community provides students with educators who have great content expertise and passion for their content, while empowering them to have the autonomy and resources to get the job done in the most creative, effective, and fulfilling way possible. We are looking for a dedicated, mission-aligned Associate Director of Operations, a key member of the school's leadership team, responsible for ensuring that the non-instructional aspects of school life run smoothly and effectively. The Associate Director of Operations will lead core operational functions including student and staff technology, procurement, logistics for school-wide events, safety, and staff & family communication systems. This role allows school leaders and educators to focus on teaching and learning by providing high-quality operational support every day. Reporting to our Director of Operations and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), they will ensure teachers, support staff, and school leaders have the resources they need to effectively and efficiently do their work.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of operations, project management, or leadership experience within a school, preference for a high school setting
Fluent Spanish and English speaker required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
Belief in School in the Square’s mission, education model and core values
Proficiency in the Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Impeccable organizational and time management skills
Strong sense of urgency
Keen eye for detail
Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

Ensure key operational outcomes with a culture of high expectations, clear feedback and continuous improvement
Develop systems that ensure the facilities and its operations meet standards of operational excellence
Support the management of the Student Attendance System
Coordinate and implement safety policies
Oversee the logistics of school-wide events: field trips, family events, first day of school
Curriculum and Assessment ordering and logistics
Oversee the student report card process
Oversee general aesthetic expectations of the school (bulletin boards, classrooms, signage etc.) creating a welcoming environment for all students, staff and families