Student Achievement Associate or Manager (2027-2028)

Zeta Charter Schools•New York City, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Zeta is hiring a Student Achievement Associate or Manager to help ensure students—especially students with disabilities and diverse learning needs—receive high-quality, compliant academic, social, and emotional supports. The role builds and executes organized, responsive systems for tracking IEP services, interventions, accommodations, assessment data, progress, and documentation throughout the school year. The position partners with school leaders, educators, service providers, families, and district teams, and represents the school in Committee on Special Education meetings. Candidates hired at the Manager level are expected to have the experience to independently own schoolwide special education systems, services, and compliance from day one. This is a fully on-site position in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Queens, New York City. The anticipated start date is July 2027 or sooner, depending on Zeta’s hiring needs and the candidate’s availability. Hiring is rolling as positions become available. Salary is $66,500–$80,500, determined according to Zeta’s salary scale, relevant experience, and internal equity. Associate hires generally fall toward the beginning to midpoint of the range; Manager hires generally fall toward the midpoint to upper end.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in special education, teaching, social work, student support, case management, or project management in a complex, people-centered environment.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage competing deadlines and high-stakes processes accurately.
Strong communication and advocacy skills, including the ability to build trust with families, educators, service providers, and external partners and navigate complex conversations.
A systems- and data-minded approach, including the ability to identify gaps, maintain accurate records, and ensure consistent follow-through.
Strong work ethic, deep alignment with Zeta’s mission, and openness to feedback and growth.
For consideration at the Manager level: depth and scope of directly relevant experience to independently own schoolwide special education systems, services, and compliance from day one.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Ensure students, especially students with disabilities and diverse learning needs, receive high-quality, compliant services and supports to help them thrive academically and socially.
Partner with school leaders, teachers, school psychologists, school counselors, and families to maintain systems for tracking IEP services, intervention strategies, accommodations, and assessment data.
Implement systems and routines for accurate data collection, progress monitoring, and documentation aligned with IEP goals and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with School Leadership to design and deliver professional development for instructional staff and service providers on data tracking, compliance, and effective IEP process execution.
Represent the school in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings and partner with families and district teams to advocate for student needs and ensure timely, appropriate services.
Use data to identify gaps, monitor progress, and continuously improve student supports and services, with the goals that at least 90%+ of students achieve grade-level mastery by year-end and all students have the supports they need.
Model ownership, problem-solving, and follow-through to ensure special education systems are executed with fidelity and students do not fall through the cracks.

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses.
403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
Relocation support for eligible candidates moving to New York City.
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses.
Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription.
MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for mobile phone use.
Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and coffee.
Zeta swag, team outings, and treats.
Books and resources for professional development.
Clear pathways for professional growth.
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates.
Community Circle practice and interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming.