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Skills: Relationship Building, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Time Management
This is a Temporary role from the begining of the school year until Dec. 11th, 2026 ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in …
Skills: Screening and Assessment, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Crisis Counseling, Risk Assessment
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable r…
Skills: Time Management, Multitasking, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Administrative Support
East Palo Alto, California, United States · On-site
Entry level$500K raised
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We ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the ineq…
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequit…
Skills: Athletic Program Management, Budget Management, Staff Supervision, Community Outreach, Facility Management
Senior Director, Employee Relations and Talent Acquisition
Oakland, California, United States · Hybrid
Senior+$500K raised
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequit…
We are looking for a Boys Soccer Coach at Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy in Stockton, CA. About Aspire: Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools s…
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequit…
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequit…
ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequit…
This is a part-time role working at University Charter School. ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across Ca…
About Aspire: Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequi…
Skills: Instructional Leadership, Curriculum Design, Data Analysis, Professional Development, Human Resources Management
We are looking for an Expanded Learning Site Director for Aspire APEX Academy in Stockton! ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 schol…
About Aspire: Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequi…
This position is at Aspire Summit Charter Academy in Modesto, CA for the 26/27 school year. ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scho…
About Aspire: Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequi…
East Palo Alto, California, United States · On-site
$72k–$129k/yr
Mid level$500K raised
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School Support Manager (Behavior Response + School Culture)
East Palo Alto, California, United States · On-site
$72k–$101k/yr
Mid level$500K raised
The School Support Manager oversees student behavior and academic supports. This position manages this critical social/behavioral program by overseeing resources, evaluating program expenditures, and assessing the effect…
Skills: Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Curriculum Development, Staff Coaching, Data Analysis
East Palo Alto, California, United States · On-site
Entry level$500K raised
This position is at Aspire East Palo Alto Charter School in East Palo Alto, CA for the 26/27 school year. ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory charter schools serv…
Paid Time Off, Core Health Benefits Coverage, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, CA State Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement Plan
Posted 5d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Design and implement the California Community Schools Partnership Program to support the holistic development of students through preventions, interventions, and enrichment. Develop and manage partnerships with community-based organizations and government agencies to provide essential health, mental health, and academic resources.
Requirements
Requires an Associate's degree or 48 college units, with a Bachelor's or Master's preferred. Candidates should have experience in leadership and preferably at least one year of experience as a teacher or teaching assistant.
Full job description
ABOUT ASPIRE
Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.
Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Community School Director will be responsible for the design, implementation, and supervision of the California Community Schools Partnership Program preventions, interventions, and enrichment activities designed to support the holistic development of students and will co-design, develop, and facilitate/support all community school programming in the school.
The Community School Director will develop relationships with school leaders, parents/families, and community organizations in order to successfully implement a community school strategy aligned to the California Community Schools Partnership Program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborate with the Principal, School Leadership Team, teachers, and student support staff to identify and coordinate academic, socio-emotional, and health resources for students and their families.
Identify, cultivate, and formalize partnerships with community-based organizations and government agencies in the community that enrich the school environment and will provide services for children and families (e.g., mental health, afterschool, summer camps, arts, sports, health/dental, adult programs, mentoring, etc.).
Facilitate the communication between and among the various community school stakeholders (students, families, school administration, teachers, student support staff, and community partners) to ensure open and transparent communication and information-sharing in order to support collaborative decision-making.
Facilitate expanded health and wellness services at the school, including behavioral and mental health.
Partner with school site leadership to increase and strengthen family support services, family engagement initiatives including English Learner Advisory Committee, School Site Council, and community building.
Support attendance interventions and initiatives including partnering with external organizations to minimize barriers to attendance.
Facilitate and support enrichment activities including those that occur during the school day, after school, and summer.
Collaborate with the School Leadership Team as well as Aspire Public Schools’ regional and home office staff to track programming progress and evaluate the effectiveness of activities.
Lead the review and update process of the Community Schools Implementation Plan so that it reflects the progress and needs of the school, legislative updates to the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) grant at the state level, and course corrections informed by a continuous improvement and school community engagement processes.
Chair the school’s Community Schools Advisory Committee, which has broad representation from the school community, including the Principal, Assistant Principal, After School Program Director, Business Manager, teachers, student support staff, parents, and at least one representative from each external community schools partner
Collaborate with the Principal to assure the high-quality functioning of other community school programming, including both internal interventions and through partnerships with current and new community partners.
Additional:
The Community School Director will also sit on Aspire’s Regional Community Schools Advisory Group, which will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of each school in the region’s priorities for the community schools project, reviewing data across the school sites to identify trends, and cultivating and leveraging regional and community resources so they are efficiently distributed where they are most needed.
Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
Actively seeks to improve and simplify Aspire’s approach to particular job functions
Comfortable with utilization of technology in a remote environment
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent relationship-building and management skills
Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively and interact effectively with different audiences
Strong organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work as a team
Bilingual – Spanish speaking and writing
Experience with leadership, including demonstrated strength in culture-building and leading peers
Knowledge of Aspire procedures and policies related to students
Demonstrated commitment to students and learning
Educational level:
Associate’s degree or successful completion of 48 units of college credit required
Bachelors’ and/or Masters’ preferred
Experience required:
A minimum of 1 year as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
Management experience in a nonprofit, school, or service business preferred
Physical requirements:
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Work authorization requirements:
Clear the Department of Justice background screening
Authorized to work in the United States
Provide health (TB) clearance (must be renewed every four years)
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, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program. Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here:
Salary Range:$74,824-$105,015
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, disabled persons, and veterans.
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Aspire to teach, aspire to lead, aspire to make an impact in the educational experience of our scholars.
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1998
Headquarters
Oakland, California
LinkedIn followers
9,286
Total funding
$500K
Aspire now has 36 community-based schools serving over 15,000 students in California. Our schools range from TK through 12th grade. Teachers and parents partner closely to ensure students are prepared to succeed in college, career, and life.
Join a network that is paving the way for every scholar to reach their potential on the journey to college and beyond. Teach with us and cultivate your practice within structures that set you up for success. Lead with us and take advantage of professional development opportunities tailored to your needs. Join a collaborative framework that places scholars at the center.
For more information and to apply, visit http://aspirepublicschools.org/join/.
Offices: 1001 22nd Ave, Oakland, California, US
Teacher ResidencyK-12 EducatorsBlended LearningSTEMTeacher Professional DevelopmentCareer LadderTeacher EffectivenessSpecial EducationEducationLeadership Development
Aspire to teach, aspire to lead, aspire to make an impact in the educational experience of our scholars.
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1998
Headquarters
Oakland, California
LinkedIn followers
9,286
Total funding
$500K
Aspire now has 36 community-based schools serving over 15,000 students in California. Our schools range from TK through 12th grade. Teachers and parents partner closely to ensure students are prepared to succeed in college, career, and life.
Join a network that is paving the way for every scholar to reach their potential on the journey to college and beyond. Teach with us and cultivate your practice within structures that set you up for success. Lead with us and take advantage of professional development opportunities tailored to your needs. Join a collaborative framework that places scholars at the center.
For more information and to apply, visit http://aspirepublicschools.org/join/.
Offices: 1001 22nd Ave, Oakland, California, US
Teacher ResidencyK-12 EducatorsBlended LearningSTEMTeacher Professional DevelopmentCareer LadderTeacher EffectivenessSpecial EducationEducationLeadership Development