Manager of School Partnerships & Support

Children's Literacy Initiative • Irvington, NJ

101d • $97,600

About The Position

Children's Literacy Initiative (CLI) is a national 501c3 working to advance equity in public education in the U.S. by ensuring Black and Latinx children achieve reading success by the end of third grade. CLI accomplishes this through job-embedded coaching and professional development, seminars, and workshops, and providing the books and materials teachers and children need along their early literacy journeys. The CLI Manager of School Partnerships and Support is an experienced instructional leader who drives a clear and equitable vision for Birth-8th that aligns partners' literacy instruction and practice with CLI's vision for excellence in literacy instruction. This role requires a deep commitment to anti-racism and educational equity, and the ability to hold self and others accountable for centering equity.

Requirements

• 5+ years as an instructional leader in schools/system that serve primarily Black and Latinx children (assistant principal, school principal, instructional coach, district coach, etc).
• Strong and inclusive management skills and proven ability to develop adults and transform their practice.
• Knowledge of school leadership key levers, decisions, and implications for change management.
• Strong instructional and leadership instincts with a demonstrated record of success in educator practice results and child outcomes.
• Deep early literacy content & comprehensive knowledge of pedagogy that affirms and sustains Black and Latinx children.
• Deep understanding of approaches to transformational coaching, adult learning and development that emphasizes equitable and identity-affirming outcomes for leaders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to track progress, understand gaps, execute tasks, etc. with acute attention to detail.
• Experience designing and leading compelling and relevant professional development opportunities for instructional leaders.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Master's Degree.
• Ability to travel nationally, within portfolio limits up to 25% of scheduled work time.

Responsibilities

• Leverage CLI's Core Service Model to drive impact within partnerships.
• Provide direct coaching to school leaders, instructional leaders, and teachers to strengthen literacy instruction aligned with CLI's Core Service Model.
• Design and facilitate Professional Learning experiences and targeted training sessions to support evidence-based literacy and leadership practices.
• Use learning walks, classroom observations, and data analysis to inform coaching and drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement individualized strategic plans that support school leaders in improving instruction.
• Develop and execute individualized coaching plans that align with school and district goals and strategic plans.
• Partner with school and district leaders to design long-term strategies for sustainable literacy improvement, integrating culturally sustaining and anti-racist practices.
• Identify key milestones, success metrics, and areas for growth, ensuring continuous improvement in instructional leadership and teacher development.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with district and school leaders ensuring alignment with CLI's strategic priorities and impact goals.
• Serve as a thought partner to school leaders in shaping school-wide literacy strategies and instructional priorities.
• Collaborate with CLI's internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment with organizational frameworks.
• Monitor and assess school partnership effectiveness, making data-informed recommendations for program adjustments.
• Support schools in implementing literacy frameworks, culturally responsive pedagogy, and data-driven instructional practices.
• Lead collaborative planning and reflection sessions with school-based teams to sustain professional growth.
• Identify and address barriers to instructional improvement, providing strategic solutions that support equitable literacy outcomes.
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of CLI's coaching model and professional development offerings.
• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from coaching sessions, classroom observations, and student outcomes.
• Use data insights to drive instructional coaching, professional learning design, and impact measurement.
• Provide regular progress reports and recommendations to CLI leadership, school partners, and funders.
• Represent CLI as a literacy expert in external meetings, presentations, and conferences.
• Contribute to resource development, including toolkits, coaching frameworks, and best practice guides.
• Stay informed about national and local literacy trends, policies, and research to continuously refine CLI's approach.

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Starting Salary: $97,600.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree