Director of Community Partnerships and Extended Learning / Hurley School

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As a key member of the school’s leadership team, you will collaborate with the Principal to develop and manage extended learning at the Hurley K-8, a dual language Boston Public School. Your role will include management of all external partnerships and educational enhancements, including an innovative after school program – Bodega de Arte, a partnership between Hurley and YMCA.  As part of this role, you will seek services and develop partnerships to support the school’s mission and create a synergy in strategy and implementation of any programmatic campaigns or extended learning initiatives with in-school and out-of-school time.  You report to the Principal on a daily basis and to the Executive Director of the Huntington YMCA as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Identify, cultivate, and engage corporations, small businesses, other educational institutions, cultural organizations and community agencies in the life of the school to enhance it’s existing academic and social programs to further enrich the school’s mission and aligning with the Principal’s priorities.
  • Manage relationships with external partners including contractors and after school providers through daily communications, managing scheduling and logistical needs, financial management, coordinating with classroom staff and administration as needed.
  • Manage the design, coordination and oversight, on behalf of the Principal and YMCA, the academics enhancement and enrichment programming of Bodega de Arte (whether school or community run) to ensure that programming is appropriate and challenging, aligned with the school day and curriculum, and targeted to meet the specific needs of our students.
  • Oversee and coordinate with YMCA staff for hiring, training and personnel reviews of bi-lingual after-school Site Coordinator, group leaders, club coordinators and volunteers including providing or recommending orientations and professional development as needed.
  • Collaborate with YMCA Program Administrator and Site Coordinator to ensure Bodega de Arte afterschool staff and programming aligns with Hurley mission and needs of students, specifically focusing on the need for Spanish language exposure and development.
  • Work with Principal to identify measurable quarterly and annual goals for partnerships, programming, Bodega de Arte participation and recruitment including development of strategic plan for external partnerships and enrichment programming that aligns with the mission of the school.
  • Collaborate with in-school and out-of-school staff to identify enrichment or programming needs focusing on enhancing student learning for those students struggling or needing additional resources.
  • Participate on School Site Council, Neighborhood Parents for the Hurley School  (NPHS) board meetings, Programming Committee and any other school committees to identify and monitor needs of partnerships, programming, educational enhancements and funding.
  • Oversee marketing, outreach and recruitment for Bodega de Arte participation, collaborating with YMCA Site Coordinator, Hurley staff and other YMCA resources to increase and maintain full capacity for program participation.
  • Work in full collaboration with school Principal (and in coordination with the YMCA and parent committees) to develop and oversee the budget for Bodega de Arte and other extended learning programming.
  • Assist in development of fundraising plan to grow annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, endowment and other activities as needed, working in collaboration with the Principal, NPHS and parent committees.
  • Collaborate with grant writing committee and YMCA to maximize opportunities for funding through government and private grants, as well as investigating potential co-applicants for strategic grants.
  • Research and expand any funding opportunities including online presence through e-fundraising efforts and educational resources.
  • Track all activities related to existing and potential partners, donors, gifts and grants, including preparing formal reports in a timely manner.
  • Research best practices for extended learning programming and funding.
  • Work closely with Programming Committee and YMCA to identify and solicit highest caliber of partners to provide programming and enrichment needs as defined by Principal and School Site Council, specifically focusing on the need of partnerships and enrichments provided in Spanish.
  • Conduct annual in-depth analysis of partners and donors (foundations, corporations, organizations, individuals) to help cultivate excellence in and deepen relationship of partnerships and donor base.
  • Provide parents and staff with updates on school website and quarterly newsletters on any enrichments, partnerships or extending learning initiatives happening at school and with the students.
  • Develop public relations partnerships internally, and externally within the community at large, specifically within the Latino community, dual language education and the greater Boston arena.
  • Ensure that partners and major donors are consistently and appropriately updated about major milestones and challenges, including annual acknowledgment event.

Qualifications:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
  • Working knowledge of program development and community relations.
  • Demonstrated success in initiating and maintaining successful collaborative ventures with partners, funders and other institutions.
  • Ease at managing competing demands and determining top priorities with limited supervision.
  • Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
  • Experience with cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of partners and donors.
  • Demonstrated understanding of fiscal accountability and financial management.
  • Computer literacy including word processing, data management, and email.
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, with masters preferred.

Preferences:

  • Experience in a leadership position, including supervision, in the field of education, youth development, after-school or social work.
  • Knowledge of Boston Public School curriculum and instructional approaches.
  • Knowledge of Boston community and resources, and corporate funding culture.
  • Fund development experience, including; grant writing, annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, endowment and capital campaigns.
  • Experience working with diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic populations in an urban environment.
  • Direct experience working with and managing Board members and other key volunteers.


Skills and Abilities:

  • A high-energy self-starter who functions, and can thrive, in an independent and entrepreneurial environment.
  • Leadership and management skills that elicit excitement and commitment while working effectively and in unison with multiple groups with competing and compelling needs.
  • Keen understanding of potential needs and desires of partners and funders.
  • Humility and respect for hard work of school professionals and school parents.
  • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and competing needs.
  • Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques to reach organizational goals.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment and maintain confidential information.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with varied audiences using multiple mediums.
  • Enthusiasm to work in an environment that celebrates the norms, customs and traditions of Latino and other cultures.
  • Enthusiasm to help build a strong, proactive development team to serve the dynamic needs of the school.

Position Details:

  • Salary range: $45,000 – $60,000 at 40 hours/week
  • Calendar of work mirrors Boston Public School and school administration calendar including months of August through June
  • Vacation during month of July, all school holidays and vacations days

Hurley K-8 School Mission

The mission of the Hurley is to graduate students who perform academically at high levels in two languages, English and Spanish. Because our students are culturally and linguistically diverse, they study, understand and develop an appreciation for the contributions of numerous cultures to our society.

Hurley K-8 is a dual language Boston Public School serving a diverse population of Spanish and English speaking families, including English Language Learners and over 70% of students are on free or reduced lunch.

Bodega de Arte Mission

Bodega de Arte is an extension of the Hurley School’s day in which our students have opportunities for expanded academic support and unique enrichment programs in a supportive and bilingual environment.

YMCA Greater Boston Mission

The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to improving the health of mind, body and spirit of individuals and families in our communities.  We welcome men and women, boys and girls of all incomes, faiths and cultures.

Neighborhood Parents for the Hurley School

The mission of the Neighborhood Parents for the Hurley School, NPHS, is to support the Hurley School in providing an excellent bilingual education for all its students and engaging the South End community and beyond – parents and non-parents alike – in that work. We accomplish this by collaborating with the principal, teachers and staff to provide targeted support in the areas of external relations and strategy that will benefit all the students in the school.

To apply for this position, please send resume and bi-lingual cover letter to: extendedlearning.hurley@gmail.com