26-27 Community School Manager - Valor Academy High School

Job Details: Job Location: VAHS

• North Hills, CA, Salary Range: $67000.00 - $137111.00Salary/year, Community Schools Manager Job Description 26-27 School Year Job Description: Community Schools Manager Reporting to: School Principal or another administrator as designated by the Principal FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt, 12 month Who we are: Bright Star Schools is a free, publicly funded and open enrollment non-profit organization with nine public charters in urban Los Angeles. Across all of our Bright Star sites, over 90% of our students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. Our mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents so that they find joy in higher education, career, and life. Bright Star students will become leaders who act with integrity and champion equity to enrich our communities and the world. The framework to our success is our core operating principles, which are Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang (고향), and Growth. Our educators join a family that is passionate and committed to developing all students to become well- rounded citizens. We offer small class sizes, comprehensive coordinator support, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites. We strongly believe in listening to all stakeholders’ voices, and we work to increase teaching practice and effectiveness through our data-driven and feedback-derived professional development. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Bright Star Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

Role Summary

Under the supervision of the Principal, with support from the Senior Vice President of Student and Family Services and the Community Schools Chair, the Community School Manager (CSM) is a member of the School Leadership Team and is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive, equity-driven community schools strategies at Bright Star Schools (BSS).

The CSM will coordinate and support programs that address the learning barriers for students, build sustainable partnerships, and align family and community engagement efforts with school-wide goals. Each of the 9 BSS campuses (Stella Elementary, Stella Middle, Stella High, Rise Kohyang Elementary, Rise Kohyang Middle, Rise Kohyang High, Valor Academy Elementary, Valor Academy Middle, and Valor Academy High) will have one dedicated manager.

In partnership with the school leadership team, the Community School Manager will develop a system of support for students, families, and community members. Additionally, the Community School Manager is responsible for implementing systems, procedures, and policies determined by community schools grant initiatives and ensuring adherence to the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) grant requirements.

What you’ll do Basic Components of the Job Description for the Community Schools Manager position include (but are not limited to): Leadership and Capacity

• Serve as an active member of the School Leadership Team to ensure community school principles are embedded in the school-wide planning, policies, and decision-making
• Create, strengthen, and maintain the bridge between the school and the community by creating opportunities for shared leadership and trust
• Facilitate and provide leadership through collaboration to resolve related issues to service delivery, access, and coordination
• Advocate for policies that center racial equity, restorative justice, and student well-being within school structures.
• Create and implement a community school plan
• Manage day-to-day operations of the CCSPP programming, which includes managing partnerships & site plans, coordinating resources, and evaluating the program strategy’s effectiveness
• Work in partnership with the Community School Chair to collect relevant information and data for grant reporting
• Collaborate with the Community School Managers from other campuses, alongside the Community Schools Director, to streamline implementation Resource Development and Coordination
• Manage the CCSPP grant budget to ensure resources are strategically allocated to advance the work of Community Schools, directly supporting student success, family engagement, and sustainable systems change
• Track expenditures, coordinate with finance teams, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements while aligning spending with the long-term vision for school transformation
• Identify, engage, and recruit partners to offer programs and services for students and families based on the community’s needs assessment
• Develop the continuum of services for the students, families, and community members within the school neighborhood
• Assist directly with information sharing and referral services to maintain an effective referral process to community resources
• Assess strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities of partnerships
• Establish and coordinate service teams to ensure needs are being met and services are being maximized to the extent possible and to make adjustments as needed Community Engagement and Coordination
• Advocate for students, families, and community members within the school neighborhood
• Coordinate all services that are part of the community school’s initiative that take place during and beyond the school day. Services can include but are not limited to expanded learning opportunities, health services, mental health services, parent/family engagement, and direct material assistance
• Manage and attend various school meetings and other outreach events (program culminations, press events, open houses, community events, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the BSS School Support Team (SST), teachers, partner agencies, families, and students for grant requirements and/or programming communications. Communications
• Develop, maintain, and publicize a schedule of resources, programs, and activities offered at the school
• Facilitate an awareness of needs and trends within the community Data-Informed Decision-Making
• Conduct a needs assessment by working with school administrators, teachers, partner agencies, parents and students to identify barriers to learning, available resources, and gaps in services
• Manage the school-level collection and input of evaluation data used to measure ongoing program effectiveness of services and program outcome measures Advocacy and Policy Change ● Engage in opportunities to strengthen connections to local leaders including elected officials by attending community events, meetings, and representing the school to external partners Campus Support ● Participate in in-person programming and activities offered at the school. ● Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Community Schools Chair What you’ll Bring Minimum: ● Bachelor’s Degree is required. ● 3 years of work experience required, employment in the education field working to support children TK-12 a plus. Desired (but not required) in order of importance: ● Master’s Degree is a plus. Educational experience in education, community impact, or related field is strongly preferred ● Bilingual in English/Spanish (Required), bilingual in English/Korean a plus. Ability to: ● Travel to other sites/locations. This position will require the use of a personal vehicle to visit district and community sites, to attend periodic evening meetings and/or travel within the county boundaries to attend meetings. ● Work effectively in a multi-ethnic community. ● Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with individuals and groups. ● Facilitate oral and written communication. ● Conduct business in a highly professional manner. ● Demonstrate ability in grassroots community outreach and organizing. ● Demonstrate ability to work effectively as a member of a team. Cognitive & Behavioral Competencies
• Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli
• Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints
• Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information
• Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact
• Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations
• Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
• Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail
• Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands
• Must be able to logically solve problems
• Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students
• Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have a passion for student success
• Must demonstrate strong organizational Skills Working Conditions/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally expected to work indoors in typical school and office environments. This position involves:
• Occasional exposure to extreme or varying temperatures.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation and wind or wet/humid surroundings.
• Occasional/ exposure to loud noise, fumes, smoke, dust. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.
• Prolonged sitting/standing.
• Frequent walking.
• Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat.
• Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height
• Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching.
• Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse.
• Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms.
• Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.

What we offer

Salary: Based on Experience Start Date: Immediate Location: North Hills, Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, short-term Disability, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays Please note: Effective January 1, 2025: Under Education Code section 44939.

5, you must provide a complete list of all prior employment with any school district, county office of education, charter school, or state special school, including part-time and substitute roles. You can provide your complete prior employment history within the work experience section of the application. Failure to disclose this information may be considered dishonesty in the hiring process or during employment.

Qualifications

What you’ll Bring Minimum: ● Bachelor’s Degree is required. ● 3 years of work experience required, employment in the education field working to support children TK-12 a plus. Desired (but not required) in order of importance: ● Master’s Degree is a plus. Educational experience in education, community impact, or related field is strongly preferred Ability to: ● Travel to other sites/locations.

This position will require the use of a personal vehicle to visit district and community sites, to attend periodic evening meetings and/or travel within the county boundaries to attend meetings. ● Work effectively in a multi-ethnic community. ● Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with individuals and groups.

● Facilitate oral and written communication. ● Conduct business in a highly professional manner. ● Demonstrate ability in grassroots community outreach and organizing. ● Demonstrate ability to work effectively as a member of a team. Cognitive & Behavioral Competencies

• Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli
• Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints
• Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information
• Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact
• Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations
• Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
• Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail
• Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands
• Must be able to logically solve problems
• Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students
• Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have a passion for student success
• Must demonstrate strong organizational Skills Working Conditions/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally expected to work indoors in typical school and office environments. This position involves:
• Occasional exposure to extreme or varying temperatures.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation and wind or wet/humid surroundings.
• Occasional/ exposure to loud noise, fumes, smoke, dust. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.
• Prolonged sitting/standing.
• Frequent walking.
• Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat.
• Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height
• Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching.
• Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse.
• Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms.
• Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.