What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Educational Partnerships position at Options For Youth Public Charter Schools?
Are you seeking an opportunity to impact students’ lives positively? Do you believe that every student should have the opportunity for success? If so, Options For Youth (OFY) is the place for you! OFY is looking for individuals who are outgoing, energetic, authentic, motivated, and inspiring.
Who We Are:
Options for Youth (OFY) is a network of free, non-profit public charter schools offering students a flexible, personalized approach to learning. OFY saw the potential that struggling students couldn’t see in themselves. For over 35 years, OFY has helped more than 135,000 students find their passion and pursue their dreams. OFY believes in fostering the student’s vision; inspiring students inspires us. We believe the student-teacher relationship is critical to the development of a young person’s social, emotional, and academic well-being. If you believe this too, then you are the educator that we’re looking for.
We are devoted to creating a team of diverse people and encourage anyone passionate about education and excited about what we do to connect with us! To learn more about our schools, visit us at www.ofy.org.
Job is:
The primary goal of the Manager of Educational Partnerships is to build and maintain strategic relationships with educational organizations, chartering districts, and community-based partners. This position supports the growth and development of the organization through fostering collaborative partnerships that enhance educational opportunities and community engagement. The Manager will play a key role in ensuring alignment between the organization's educational goals and the needs of external stakeholders.
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Collaborate with the Superintendent and leadership team to align partnership strategies with organizational growth targets.
- Engage with district officials and educational stakeholders to promote program success and foster ongoing support.
- Develop and manage relationships with school boards, community organizations, and other partners to increase program visibility and effectiveness.
- Support the Charter Development team in identifying potential new partnership opportunities in new markets.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure effective communication and coordination between the instructional leadership and external partners.
- Plan, coordinate, and support educational events or initiatives that promote the organization’s mission.
- Assist with the charter renewal and accreditation processes in partnership with district officials.
- Provide training, guidance, and support to staff involved in partnership initiatives.
- Manage the tracking and reporting of partnership metrics to assess the impact of relationships on organizational goals.
- Perform other administrative functions and duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to manage projects and coordinate activities across multiple teams.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to problem-solve and address challenges while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure smooth and efficient program delivery.
- Knowledge of educational policies, charter schools, and district-level operations.
- Proficiency in data tracking and reporting to measure the success of educational partnerships.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in educational partnership management or related fields.
- Experience working in a charter school environment or with district-level education programs.
- Knowledge of educational systems and community engagement strategies.
- Master's degree or equivalent in education, public administration, or related field.
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of BA degree in education, communications, public relations, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in educational partnership or community engagement roles.
- Experience in program management or project coordination preferred.
- The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
