Community School Director

Community School Program Director

Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family, and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life, and backgrounds. They strive to meet the evolving needs of their community of over 100,000 members, ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, senior classes, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.

Position/Department Summary

The Director at P.S. 16 fosters a supportive and inclusive school environment. This position requires overseeing a team and collaborating with school staff, community-based organizations, and external partners to deliver high-quality, data-informed programs that enhance students' academic and social-emotional success. The Community School Director will lead initiatives for coordinated mental health services and community support, focusing on strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and program evaluation to improve attendance, school culture, and address learning barriers. This role suits a mission-driven, organized, Spanish-speaking leader with experience in youth development, education, or social services, who is passionate about helping students and families succeed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise a team to deliver high-quality services to students at P.S. 16.
• Collaborate closely with CBO staff and school administration to improve school-wide attendance, enhance school culture, and eliminate barriers to student success.
• Administer outcomes-based youth programming, including planning, staffing, budgeting, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Identify and address obstacles to effectively implementing community-based and mental health services by developing solutions in collaboration with school leadership.
• Using data and outcomes, regularly track, evaluate, and report on program impact.
• Facilitate a coordinated and cohesive school climate and culture plan that incorporates clear expectations, incentives, and team-building activities as directed by agency leadership.
• Lead and support case conferencing to identify students facing barriers, determine appropriate interventions, and revisit progress in future meetings.
• Establish, co-plan, and lead semi-monthly collaborative meetings to ensure consistent communication and alignment with school-based and community partners.
• Prepare and share program updates and reports with school leadership, teacher teams, and external partners.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and attend required agency and school-based meetings.
• Attend all required Community School convenings.
• Maintain regular communication with Commonpoint management to monitor progress and discuss implementation strategies.
• Participate in all cabinet and SLT (School Leadership Team) meetings to act as a thought partner to the school leadership team.
• Partner with the parent coordinator to create meaningful engagement opportunities for families in school life.

General Responsibilities for All Commonpoint Staff

• Participate in staff meetings, training seminars, and agency-wide programs.
• Serve on program committees as assigned.
• Engage actively in the supervision process.
• Support and uphold the mission of Commonpoint.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of agency goals and operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Social Work, or Mental Health Counseling is preferred, Bachelor's Degree required.
• LMSW strongly preferred; SIFI certification is a plus.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with youth or adolescents in urban environments, providing services that promote educational success, reduce barriers, and support social-emotional well-being.
• Must be fluent in Spanish with the ability to speak and write proficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with diverse populations.
• Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, written communication, organizational, problem-solving, and management skills.
• Strong capacity to work collaboratively, maintain a professional presence, and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace (G-Suite); ability to navigate and use web-based reporting and data entry systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel between multiple program locations as needed.

Working Conditions

• Standing: Staff will be on their feet for extended periods (1-4 hours), especially during activities or supervision, fostering an active and engaging student environment.
• Walking and Movement: Frequent movement around the program space is essential to effectively supervise students, guide activities, and provide support during homework, ensuring a dynamic and interactive atmosphere.
• Lifting: Staff may need to lift materials (up to 20 pounds), such as books, supplies, or activity equipment. Occasionally, lifting heavier items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary, though this is rare and can be managed with assistance.
• Minimal Travel: Staff may occasionally need to travel to different program locations within the local area, depending on departmental needs and Professional Development.

Job Details

• Annual Salary: $65,000-$75,000
• Working Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9:30am-5:30 p,m and occasional evenings and weekends.
• Non-Union Position
• Location: PS 16: 41-15 104th St, Corona, NY 11368

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Monica Flores at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include the Role "Community School Program Director" and Site "PS 16" you are applying for in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.