Education Director, Promise Academy Middle School

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy– a top-performing K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seeks an Education Director for the 2025-2026 school year!

The Educational Director will bring a passion for the mission of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's Degree with six years of experience in an educational setting 
• Three years of experience in an administrative/leadership capacity 
• A Valid New York State Teaching Certification

Who you are:

We are seeking an Education Director. This candidate will supervise teachers and report to the Assistant Principal. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of HCZ Promise Academy, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and a desire to work in a school setting that fosters a love for children. 

Requirements

What you'll do:

Curriculum/Delivery

• Ensure teachers are informed of Promise Academy's classroom expectations for instructional delivery
• Participate in the hiring process for new staff
• Collaborate with coaches to research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems
• Provides supplemental instruction to scholars in need during extended learning opportunities.

Assessment/Data

• Oversee the implementation of external assessment systems, including the New York State Tests and standardized test, and uses data to formulate informed decisions
• Use data to construct and oversee the implementation of student rosters
• Attend grade team meetings and help develop instructional strategies that evaluate student achievement
• Monitor grade level progress and student achievement based on benchmarks
• Collaborate with coaches to prepare for and participate in data meetings
• Oversee completion of report cards and progress reports and collaborate with Ops Director for logistics of sending to families
• Collaborate with Ops Director to order and secure testing materials (state tests, Regents, NYSESLAT, etc.)

Evaluation/Development

• Observe teachers and meets with them to provide feedback (formal)
• Collaborate with coaches to oversee professional development activities
• Collaborate with coaches to plan summer staff orientation and curriculum development period
• Oversee development and support of TAs and TFs

Student Supports

• Facilitate student circles.
• Support the dean team to implement and develop PBIS structures within grade levels. 

Schedule 

• Monday-Friday 7:40am-4:00pm
• Must be accessible for emergencies that require support after work hours and on weekends

Benefits

Benefits
As a member of the HCZ team, you will join a supportive, inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families, and staff thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Our exceptional full-time benefits include: 

• Highly competitive base salaries
• Student loan forgiveness up to $30,000 
• Annual Performance bonuses
• Paid time off 
• Employee referral bonus 
• Career Advancement
• No-cost health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-and long-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Financial wellness perks
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)

The Education Director salary ranges from $125,000 - $135,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

We strongly encourage only applicants who meet the qualifications to apply.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for employment visa status for this position.