Harlem Village Academies · 2 weeks ago
2026-2027 Operations Director
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expHarlem Village Academies is a distinguished charter school network in New York focused on deeper learning and student independence. The Operations Director will work closely with the Principal to enhance school operations and ensure that teachers and students can effectively focus on teaching and learning.
Education Management
Responsibilities
"Own" all operations and logistical issues and systems, ensuring that the Principal can focus on instructional leadership
Be a school culture leader with all members of the school community, including by planning events, building strong personal relationships, and leveraging relationships to work through challenges
Plan and execute educational programs and activities such as Saturday School, field trips, special events, and other professional development and community activities, ensuring the proper resources are available and the programs run smoothly
Mastermind school scheduling, to optimize the scheduling of class time and available facilities, both day-to-day and throughout the school year
Build and maintain strong relationships with our neighboring school and surrounding community
Create systems to ensure effective communication between staff, students, and families
Lead a successful annual student recruitment process
Manage relationships with key vendors and ensure effective systems for purchasing and maintaining supplies and materials
Be the "first line of defense" on technology issues
Manage non-personnel expenses and track school operating budget
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 5 years of professional experience; school-based experience required; teaching experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships and motivate a team
Excellent team player with willingness to be hands-on and do whatever it takes
Strong project management skills to lead complex projects to successful completion
Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills in tackling organizational problems
Tremendous organizational skills and attention to detail
Dedication to providing top-level customer service to teachers and families
A positive, high-energy attitude and a drive for personal excellence
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred
Benefits
HVA is committed to providing our team with a range of benefit offerings at a competitive value.
Company
Harlem Village Academies
A warm, caring school focused on sophisticated, deeper learning.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Deborah Kenny
Founder/CEO
Ekua Ewool
College Partnerships Manager
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