NYC Public Schools

Head of Product Consultant Position Type: Consultant; anticipated 4 - 6 month timeline Location: NYC preferred About NYC Public Schools New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is the largest school district in the United States with nearly 1 million students— from pre-kindergarten to grade 12— across the City’s five boroughs. Of those students, 13.9 percent are English Language/Multilingual Learners, 20.6 percent are students with disabilities, and 71.9 percent are economically disadvantaged. Chancellor David C. Banks has set a goal for the district of preparing every student for a path to a rewarding career, aligned with their passion and purpose and offering long-term economic security and a choice-filled life.  The Adams-Banks administration has outlined a bold vision to reimagine the educational experience for all New York City public school students so they graduate with real-world skills and experience, a head start on postsecondary, and a strong plan to put them on a path to a rewarding career and long-term economic security. Within the context of this vision, the Office of Student Pathways focuses on the alignment of school curriculum, instruction, and operations to ensure that all students graduate with real-world skills and experience, a head start on life after high school, and a strong plan to put them on a path to a rewarding career and long-term economic security. Student Pathways provides leadership and implementation support for the NYC Public Schools Student Pathways to Economic Security Initiative. About the Role + Key Elements of the Scope NYC Public Schools is seeking a consultant to serve in a lead/head of product role to drive the envisioning, building, designing, and maintaining of new products and tools focused on ensuring long-term economic security for NYC students. This work will involve measuring student outcomes to inform City policy and guide students in making decisions about their futures. The consultant will collaborate with various stakeholders, including City Hall, City University of NY, NY State Department of Labor, parent and other groups, as well as internal stakeholders like the Research and Policy Support Group (RPSG) and the Office of Student Pathways strategy and data teams.   The scope will include: Creating the product vision and roadmap and conducting stakeholder engagement to ensure buy-in to both; Working with teams across NYCPS to align on product elements and timelines for product feature development; Implementing early stage product feature development and user research aligned to the product roadmap; Building out innovative tools and product features that can be shared with parents, students, and families and establishing actionable longitudinal data systems and products based on past student performance to inform current students' futures; Building out insights around student outcomes to inform policy and investments made by NYC Public Schools and city stakeholders; Managing the build of longitudinal data products and tools for NYC students beyond graduation, including the incorporation of internal and external stakeholder contributions, and ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards. This Head of Product Consultant will play an important role in moving forward the Adams-Banks administration to transform the educational experience for NYC public school students. This person will work within the Office of Student Pathways at New York City Public Schools, which is leading efforts to transform education to be career connected and relevant to students' lives.  Desired Experience, Skills, And Mindsets Experience Civic Tech Experience: Familiarity with civic or education tech, particularly in the context of NYCPSs, to enable successful navigation of regulatory requirements and alignment with broader educational goals. Product Management Experience: Proven track record in leading product development, preferably in an educational context, with a focus on improving student pathways, academic outcomes, and overall educational experiences. Collaboration with Diverse Communities: Experience working with diverse communities and understanding the needs and challenges of students from different backgrounds. Skills Data-Driven Decision Making : Proficiency in leveraging data analytics to inform product strategy, measure impact, and make evidence-based decisions for improving student outcomes. Stakeholder Collaboration : Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including educators, administrators, parents, and community members. Innovation and Creativity : A mindset for innovation, constantly seeking creative solutions to enhance student pathways and improve the overall educational experience Project Management : Demonstrated ability to manage across teams, manage complex projects, and drive initiatives from conception to implementation within specified timelines. User-Centric Design Thinking : Familiarity with user-centric design principles, ensuring that products and initiatives are developed with a focus on meeting the needs and preferences of students and educators. Mindsets Equity and Inclusion : A commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in education, ensuring that student pathways are designed to address the needs of all students, regardless of background or ability. Continuous Learning : A mindset of continuous learning and adaptation, staying abreast of educational trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inform and improve student pathways. Adaptability : Flexibility and adaptability to navigate the dynamic nature of education, responding effectively to changing circumstances, policies, and community needs. Compensation The budget for this work is between $60,000 and $100,000. The consultant will be compensated an amount within this range based on the finalized scope of work and deliverables. How to Apply  Please submit your application here . The preferred application deadline for this position is April 1, 2024. Please note that we do not guarantee review of applications after this date.

Messaging and Communications Consultant Position Type: Consultant; anticipated 4 - 6 month timeline Location: NYC preferred About NYC Public Schools New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is the largest school district in the United States with nearly 1 million students— from pre-kindergarten to grade 12— across the City’s five boroughs. Of those students, 13.9 percent are English Language/Multilingual Learners, 20.6 percent are students with disabilities, and 71.9 percent are economically disadvantaged. Chancellor David C. Banks has set a goal for the district of preparing every student for a path to a rewarding career, aligned with their passion and purpose and offering long-term economic security and a choice-filled life.  The Adams-Banks administration has outlined a bold vision to reimagine the educational experience for all New York City public school students so they graduate with real-world skills and experience, a head start on postsecondary, and a strong plan to put them on a path to a rewarding career and long-term economic security. Within the context of this vision, the Office of Student Pathways focuses on the alignment of school curriculum, instruction, and operations to ensure that all students graduate with real-world skills and experience, a head start on life after high school, and a strong plan to put them on a path to a rewarding career and long-term economic security. Student Pathways provides leadership and implementation support for the NYC Public Schools Student Pathways to Economic Security Initiative. About the Role + Key Elements of the Scope NYC Public Schools is seeking a consultant to serve as the Deputy Director of Pathways Messaging, a role dedicated to enhancing the communication strategies that support the educational and career pathways for students. Our audiences are substantial and diverse; our existing channels include email, social, SMS, web, and press to reach educators, industry and community partners, families, and students. This role requires embedded membership in several teams within the Office of Student Pathways as well as robust partnership with the Central NYCPS Communications team to align priorities, ensuring consistent messaging across these platforms.  The scope will involve: Developing Strategic Communication Plans : Crafting and leading the execution of comprehensive messaging plans and strategies that align with the objectives of the Pathways initiative. Collaborating Across Teams : Working in close partnership with the Central NYCPS Communications team and other stakeholders to ensure messaging consistency and alignment with broader educational goals. Managing Comprehensive Messaging Strategy : Overseeing the creation and implementation of two to four campaigns that effectively communicate Pathways resources and initiatives to a diverse audience: one centering student enrollment, another on financial literacy, and a last on personalized advising.  Ensuring Inclusive and Diverse Content : Developing content that reflects the diversity of NYC public school students and supports inclusivity across all communications. Aligning with NYCPS Values : Ensuring all messaging and communications are in line with the values and mission of NYC Public Schools, promoting a cohesive and positive narrative around student pathways. This lead will play an important role in moving forward the Adams-Banks administration to transform the educational experience for NYC public school students. It will work within the Office of Student Pathways at New York City Public Schools, which is leading efforts to transform education to be career connected and relevant to students' lives.  Desired Experience, Skills, And Mindsets Experience Communication Strategy Development : Experience in crafting and leading the execution of communication strategies integrating web, social, press, and email within educational or public sectors.  Marketing Funnel Utilization : Measurable success improving and automating audience conversion from lead generation to brand loyalty.  Team Management and Media Relations : Proven ability to oversee communications teams and handle media inquiries effectively. Organizational Branding : Demonstrated skill in developing branding and messaging that promote organizational objectives and values. Skills Messaging Strategy Execution : Expertise in deploying messaging strategies across multiple channels to engage diverse audiences. Leadership and Lateral Management : Strong leadership skills, capable of guiding teams and managing external communications in the context of influential lateral partnership (as opposed to formal directional authority). Stakeholder Collaboration : Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including educators, administrators, parents, and community members. Analytical and Feedback Integration : Ability to analyze engagement metrics and integrate feedback to optimize communication efforts. Mindsets Equity and Inclusion : A commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in education, ensuring that student pathways are designed to address the needs of all students, regardless of background or ability. Strategic and Values-Aligned Thinking : A strategic thinker with a commitment to aligning messaging with organizational values and missions. Adaptability : Flexibility and adaptability to navigate the dynamic nature of education, responding effectively to changing circumstances, policies, and community needs. Collaborative Leadership : A collaborative approach to work closely with various stakeholders to refine and implement effective communication plans. Compensation The budget for this work is between $60,000 and $100,000. The consultant will be compensated an amount within this range based on the finalized scope of work and deliverables. How to Apply  Please submit your application here . The preferred application deadline for this position is April 1, 2024. Please note that we do not guarantee review of applications after this date.

Director of Student Success, Future Forward CT  Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT  Start Date: Winter 2024 Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.   Overview A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as  technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state. Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!   About the Role As the Director of Student Success with Future Forward CT, you will be part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary functions of this role include coaching students through degree program projects and providing holistic support and access to community-based resources and support as needed. In this role you will work  with a wide range of students providing them with a personalized, 1:1 support to complete their college degree as quickly and affordably as possible. As we build out our coaching staff, this role will also be responsible for coaching and leading our academic and career efforts to support our students in earning their degrees and advancing in their careers–work that will include managing a small team of coaches, spearheading our career services buildout, and collaborating with the Executive Director (ED) on big picture strategy for the organization.    Responsibilities Coaching and Student Support:  Implement a targeted and effective coaching program to support students from enrollment to graduation Coach a wide range of students providing them with the personalized 1:1 support through their degree program and other key milestones including project completion, financial aid renewal, and course planning Build strong relationships with students in support of academic progress and goals  Provide academic support and feedback Ensure students have the proper wrap-around supports to successfully complete their degree such as: access to technology, childcare, transportation Provide extended coaching hours to students as needed during evenings and weekends Maintain regular and ongoing communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings  Partner with and manage other coaches added as student volumes grow Collaborate with the ED on the buildout of a career services program  Data Management:  Utilize and execute data-driven approach to provide meaningful advising, coaching, support, and intervention to individual and groups of students  Track and maintain student outreach and data in our database management system  Collaborate with the statewide ED to ensure all students make adequate daily and weekly progress towards degree completion by reviewing aggregate daily/weekly data  Review students’ financial aid status ahead of each new term and help students complete the FAFSA to finalize their financial aid as necessary  Analyze caseload data to identify trends and gaps to strengthen programming and support of students and inform our core practices  Administration and Operations:  Build out day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows Manage student orientations and other key annual events Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success  Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed   Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome  4-6+  years of experience with a focus on coaching, advising, or student success highly preferred  Ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekend hours to accommodate schedules of working adults  Demonstrated ability to help others understand, break down, and complete complex projects  Experience managing significant projects  Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients Proven creativity, initiative, and energy to build new programs Experience building and maintaining meaningful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds  Excellent attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Reflective and responsive to feedback Perseverant, solutions and goal-oriented; views challenges as problems to be solved   Compensation This is a full-time position. The salary range is $80,000 - 90,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).   How to Apply Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024.  After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.   Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Enrollment Manager, Future Forward CT  Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT  Start Date: Winter 2024 Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.   Overview A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as  technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state. Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!    About the Role As an Enrollment Manager with Future Forward CT, you will have the chance to be a part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary function of this role involves leading students through various stages of the enrollment process, providing them with the proactive, personalized, and targeted supports that allow for a smooth and positive enrollment experience from term to term. Enrollment managers are expected to closely track notes on enrollment steps and financial aid data. This allows the Future Forward CT team to assess the progress of each student and overall progress toward meeting term enrollment goals. Enrollment managers are ambassadors of the program who excel at moving students through the stages of enrollment on a weekly basis using their knowledge, experience, and creative problem solving. Responsibilities Enrollment: Communicate with prospective and current students to schedule information sessions and financial aid, enrollment, and orientation meetings and to ensure applications, financial aid requests, and other information is completed Manage administrative tasks related to student enrollment including: auditing reports and records and updating student statuses Liaise with the necessary departments at Southern New Hampshire University and other partners to request information about students’ financial aid or enrollment processes Manage the financial aid renewal process for current students to ensure it is completed in a timely manner so students have access to the maximum amount of financial aid they are eligible for each year  Collaborate with the enrollment and recruitment team on administrative tasks related to student enrollment Maintain regular communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings  Data Management:  Track and maintain student outreach and data in Hubspot customer management system  Collaborate with the statewide ED to monitor data and ensure all students are moving through the application process in a timely and efficient manner  Analyze caseload data to identify trends and roadblocks in enrollment process to support  students and inform core practices  General Support and Operations:  Run day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success  Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed   Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome  At least 2-4 years of experience with a focus on enrollment preferred Willingness and ability to work some weekend and evening hours to accommodate schedules of working adults  Experience managing significant projects  Data management experience is a plus  Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients Comfort with tech platforms  Proven creativity, initiative, and interest to build new programs Well developed data analysis, customer service, and organizational skills with the ability to quickly assess the profile and needs of prospective students and tailor our message and process to them as appropriate  A proven ability to interact and relate well with a range of people from diverse backgrounds and quickly build meaningful relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize and express ideas in a clear, succinct, accurate, and compelling manner  Excellent attention to detail, ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Reflective and responsive to feedback Perseverant, goal-oriented, and organized   Compensation This is a full-time position. The salary range is $60,000-$75,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).   How to Apply Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024.  After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.   Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Director of Programs Location: Austin preferred; Texas statewide considered Position type: Hybrid Preferred application deadline: December 13, 2023   About Us The Texas Partnership for Out of School Time (TXPOST) is a statewide intermediary whose mission is to convene, educate, and advocate to improve the quality and increase the availability of out of school time (OST) opportunities for Texas youth. We are committed to fostering and facilitating strategic collaboration and public investment to grow our network to better support OST programs; drive continuous quality improvement in OST programs; and promote sustainable access to high-quality OST programs for all Texas children.   The Opportunity TXPOST is in search of a Director of Programs to lead the organization’s quality improvement efforts and services expansion in and with OST programs and professionals. This individual will manage relationships with program intermediaries and direct service organizations. Additionally, the Director of Programs will apply strategic direction to existing and future professional development (PD) and technical assistance (TA) offerings as well as contribute to the necessary content development to support them, thereby enhancing the quality of supported OST programs and professionals.   Key Duties & Responsibilities  Relationship Management  Build, maintain, and grow relationships with direct service organizations and program intermediaries Facilitate convenings among program stakeholders for consistent reflection and iteration to enhance the quality of OST programs Establish connections with appropriate partners for ongoing improvement of resources, curricula, and programming Identify and activate cross-program and cross-sector collaborators to generate opportunities for integration, alignment, and partnership  Program Management Strategically guide quality improvement work, including aligning systems of quality and evaluation Direct and contribute to content production for PD and TA offerings Oversee program initiatives and integrate these fully with broader quality improvement and community partnership efforts that support TXPOST’s strategic goals and overall mission Analyze evaluation and assessment data for all programs to measure impact and effectiveness Refine implementation standards and practices for each program initiative in alignment with broader OST quality standards Assist the development team in activities related to grantmaking, grant reporting, and other fund dissemination by TXPOST (identification of recipients, distribution of funds, outcome reporting) in support of programming Strategic Planning & Execution Develop and execute strategy for programmatic work and systems needed to support them in partnership with organizational leadership team Collaborate with TXPOST’s CEO, Texas Education Agency, and other relevant stakeholders to build strategy around program design for the upcoming Rider 88 initiative Develop appropriate metrics to measure/report on the TEA initiative and goals for ongoing technical assistance and professional development programming Spearhead additional initiatives to support youth mental health and the strengthening of OST intermediary infrastructure in Texas Employ a data-informed approach to strategy and execution, adjusting both as needed to ensure success People Management Lead and provide oversight to the Quality and Program Initiatives Manager and growing program team Coach and develop staff, providing formal and informal feedback and performance management support and identifying professional growth and leadership opportunities Contribute to organization-wide people and talent discussions and decisions as member of the program leadership team. Preferred Qualifications At least 4-5 years nonprofit program-related experience that include (but are not limited to) program planning, management, and strategy development; experience in out of school time, afterschool, summer, or youth development programming required; experience in STEM, service learning, and/or youth entrepreneurship preferred A deep commitment to TXPOST’s mission of convening, educating, and advocating to improve the quality and increase the availability of out of school time (OST) opportunities for Texas youth A demonstrated ability to balance big picture strategy with thoughtful implementation; a proven record of achieving program goals through strong planning and implementation skills A commitment to a "whole child" approach and a desire to change existing systems by leaning into a holistic approach that centers youth and their families Strong understanding of and familiarity with continuous quality improvement systems, standards, tools, assessments, and evaluation in the OST space, including oversight for both licensed and license-exempt programs and frameworks Knowledge of adult learning and professional development best practices Experience establishing and maintaining positive interpersonal relations with OST program stakeholders, external partners, and colleagues Texas Rising Star training credentials strongly preferred   Compensation This is a full-time position. The salary range is $72,000–85,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. This position is eligible for TXPOST’s 403(b) retirement plan, HRA reimbursement of up to $250/ month, and paid time off benefits.    How to Apply Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is December 13, 2023. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.   TXPOST is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.