Director of Education

Agency Overview: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, life stages, 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 over the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and operates over 80 sites across the five boroughs.Commonpoint Opportunity Youth Programs offer educational, employment, and wrap-around services to NYC youth aged 17-24. The department provides GED classes, vocational training, career and college readiness, and case management services.Program Details: Commonpoint is seeking to hire a Director of Education for our Opportunity Youth Programs at our Bronx location. The goal of the Opportunity Youth Programs at Commonpoint is to provide a career pathway for opportunity youth through a continuum of services, including literacy and math instruction, HSE test preparation, work readiness training, college and career exploration, paid work experience, advanced occupational training, and industry credential attainment. The Director of Education is also required to coordinate with outside providers to put together workshops, field trips, and invite guest speakers. The programs support opportunity youth at any educational level, providing on-ramps at various levels through three program components, each supported by case management and wrap-around services. The Director of Education will report to the Advance and Earn Director.Responsibilities:Leadership & Supervision:Supervise a team of Pre-HSE, HSE, and Career Readiness facilitators, providing ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback.Lead curriculum planning and instructional strategies to ensure program goals are met.Curriculum & Instructional Development:Design and adapt curriculum for literacy, numeracy, TABE/GED preparation, and career readiness.Develop engaging instructional materials for various learning abilities.Create contextualized learning content tailored to young adult learners.Ensure lesson plans meet DYCD and agency standards.Student Support & Progress Tracking:Obtain student records from previous schools, including Transcripts, IEP’s, and 504 Plans.Assist students with GED registration and forms, including Age Eligibility and Attachment-R documents.Monitor student performance and outcomes, including HSE attainment, TABE gains, GED Testing Outcomes, and attendance in the DYCD database.Design and implement academic assessments and service plans to support student success.Program Management & Collaboration:Collaborate with support staff to meet recruitment, participation, and retention targets.Contribute to internal reporting, including program outcomes and student data analysis.Represent the program in meetings with funders, partners, and agency stakeholders.Instruction & Engagement:Serve as a backup instructor for Pre-HSE, HSE, and Career Readiness classes as needed.Organize workshops, field trips, and partner activities to enhance learning and career exploration.Support professional development initiatives and lead training for instructional staff.Ensure HSE participants achieve an entry level credential in an approved field.Qualifications:Master's degree in Education or related field required.3+ years of successful experience providing literacy and/or numeracy instruction and selecting/adapting curricula.resources for opportunity youth and managing performance-based contracts.3+ years of experience supervising instructional staff.Highly experienced with Young Adult Education and program administration, including NY State Ed initiatives.Demonstrate cultural competency through familiarity with working with people from a wide range of backgrounds.Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.Location: 1665 Hoe Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10460Hours: Monday through Friday, 35 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend hours as neededSalary: $60,000 - $65,000Non-Union PositionInterested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Jacqueline De La Cruz at jdelacruz@commonpoint.org. Please include the Role “Director of Education - Bronx” 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 reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available uponrequest to individuals with disabilities. About Commonpoint: Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.