Description

ABOUT ASPIRE

• Collaborate with the Principal, School Leadership Team, teachers, and student support staff to identify and coordinate academic, behavioral, socio-emotional, health, and wellness supports for students and families.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the school’s Community Schools strategy and Implementation Plan in alignment with CCSPP requirements.
• Develop, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with community-based organizations, government agencies, and service providers to support students and families.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among students, families, staff, and community partners to ensure transparent decision-making and aligned supports.
• Chair the school’s Community Schools Advisory Committee and support stakeholder engagement processes.
• Partner with school leadership to strengthen family engagement initiatives, including School Site Council, ELAC, and community-building opportunities.
• Support attendance interventions and initiatives through collaboration with school teams and external partners.
• Coordinate and monitor wellness supports, including behavioral health and mental health services.

• Oversee the daily operations of the Expanded Learning/After School Program, including intersession and summer programming as applicable.
• Design and manage student and staff schedules for expanded learning programming.
• Ensure expanded learning opportunities align with school goals and provide high-quality academic enrichment, intervention, recreation, and youth development experiences.
• Collaborate with school teams to ensure student nutrition, supper, and snack requirements are met during program hours.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and program records in compliance with Aspire procedures and grant requirements.
• Track and monitor student academic progress and participation data to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Support positive student behavior systems and ensure a safe and engaging environment for all students.
• Open and close programs daily and ensure compliance with all operational and safety procedures.

• Hire, supervise, coach, and evaluate expanded learning and community school staff.
• Facilitate professional development and training for program staff and community partners.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, professionalism, inclusion, and collaboration among staff and students.
• Collaborate with Aspire colleagues to share best practices and strengthen instructional and operational effectiveness.
• Promote culturally responsive and anti-racist practices aligned to Aspire values.

• Collaborate with regional and home office staff to monitor program effectiveness and ensure compliance with funding and reporting requirements.
• Analyze data related to attendance, engagement, enrichment participation, and student outcomes to inform decision-making and program improvement.
• Ensure all programs comply with Aspire policies, state regulations, and grant expectations.
• Maintain accurate staff records, timekeeping, and required personnel documentation.

• Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to Aspire Public Schools’ mission, vision, values, policies, confidentiality standards, and ethical expectations.
• Actively seek opportunities to improve systems, processes, and service delivery.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, and collaboration skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of youth development, community schools frameworks, and expanded learning programs
• Ability to analyze data and use findings to improve programs and student outcomes
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and culturally responsive practices
• Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and student information system
• Bilingual Spanish speaking and writing preferred

• Associate’s degree or completion of 48 college units required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree highly preferred

• Minimum of one year working in education, youth development, community-based programs, or expanded learning programs required
• Experience supervising or managing teams preferred
• Experience developing partnerships and coordinating community-based services preferred

• Move throughout indoor and outdoor environments
• Remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer or facilitating meetings
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, families, and community partners
• Assess the accuracy and completeness of assigned work
• Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and fingers for technology and documentation tasks

• Clear Department of Justice background screening
• Authorized to work in the United States
• TB clearance as required by law

Compensation:
Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, a tuition reimbursement plan, and an adoption assistance program. Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here:

Salary is dependent on experience and is between the range of: $77,219-$108,375

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.