Extended Day Extended Year (EDEY) Supervisor

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What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Mayor’s Office of Education (MOE) brings a unified vision and organizing strategy to support success for Philadelphia learners from kindergarten through adulthood. The Office of Education develops policies and programs, implements mayoral initiatives, facilitates collaboration across city departments and educational institutions, and fosters improvement across all education systems.

Position Summary

 The Extended Day Extended Year School (EDEY) Supervisor is an employee of the Mayor’s Office of Education who works closely with the EDEY school leaders (principals and stakeholders) to supervise a team of ten school coordinators. The core functions of this position are management, training, professional development plans development, data review and reporting, and coordinated support and coaching. More specifically, the manager is the primary support for team members by monitoring, tracking, and providing coaching to ensure the successful implementation of school-based plans. The work also includes ensuring that MOE programs and investments within each school are effectively implemented and managed.  Work for this role is conducted under the supervision of the EDEY Program Manager.

Essential Functions

Management & Coaching

• Work with EDEY program manager to execute recruit, hire and train EDEY school coordinators.
• Oversees and serves as primary support and supervisor to Coordinators.
• Works closely with the MOE administrator to complete and track staff evaluations, onboarding/offboarding tasks and other HR related tasks. 
• Encourage staff professional growth through real-time coaching and professional development planning.

Program Implementation

• Works with staff to facilitate new partnerships and develop cross-site collaborations.
• Develop work-plans aligned with EDEY program model and goals for each school.
• Reviews and monitors the implementation of site-based EDEY schools short-term and long-term plans.
• Facilitates regular meetings with each Coordinator and their school principal to review progress.
• Works closely with school principals to review school community needs and coordinator performance to ensure alignment to EDEY program model and school-specific work plan.
• Fosters collaborative and trusting relationships with internal and external partners and leadership team members.

Data Review & Reporting

• Tracks EDEY program implementation metrics at 20 schools.
• Prepares regular reports on metrics and offers recommendations.
• Monitors and supports effective communication, collaboration, and reporting between school partners, district, city, and city services to maximize access to services provided for schools.
• Provides regular updates to leadership team regarding school progress and supports needed.

Technical Support & Coordination

• Provides support in collaboration with leadership team and partners to ensure that program needs, and guidelines are met.
• Supports school-based initiatives by coordinating collaboration between school coordinators and leadership team members.
• Works with EDEY program manager and consultants to develop needs assessments and feedback mechanisms, access the provider database, and track services.
• Uses knowledge and skills about workplace training and education and organizational development practices to plan effective organizational interventions.
• Organizes site-visits and learning tours for Coordinators, partners, and community members.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Training

• Develops ongoing professional development including capacity-building activities, conferences, initiative-wide and site-based trainings, presentations, peer network meetings and study visits for subordinate staff.

Required Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of program management principles and best practices, including workplans and evaluations.
• Expertise in fostering positive organizational health and culture.
• Familiarity with organizational development practices and effective training methodologies.
• Knowledge of competency assessment techniques and program evaluation.
• Comprehensive understanding of data analysis and its application in program design and evaluation.
• Cultural competency and proficiency in working with diverse populations.

Skills

• Skilled in designing and implementing management tools and frameworks.
• Exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage meaningfully with youth, parents, staff, and the broader community.
• Applies effective interpersonal and problem-solving strategies in collaborative settings.
• Problem Solving/Data Analysis/Decision-Making
• Proficient in using data to drive decision-making and inform program evaluation.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
• Skilled in evaluating individual and program development needs.
• Expertise in workplace training, education, and planning organizational interventions.

Abilities

• Ability to lead and manage diverse teams with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Reflective and open to feedback to improve personal and organizational performance.
• Capable of fostering inclusive environments and adapting to diverse cultural contexts.
• Demonstrated capacity to use data and feedback to drive effective decisions and interventions.
• Ability to prioritize work and facilitate multiple projects successfully.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including community organizations, families, teachers, and volunteers.

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Public Administration or Project Management.

At three years of experience as a team lead in fields such as community organizing, education, health or social work, or researching extended learning time and opportunities models highly recommended (working in schools – school leadership experience desirable, city government, research institutions or service organizations).

We value diverse experiences and are open to flexible qualifications. If you are passionate about this role and meet some of the key criteria, we encourage you to apply.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary: $85,000 

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• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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