The University of Chicago's Network for College Success (NCS) is seeking a School and District Partnership Specialist. In this role, you will serve as a key liaison between NCS and its partner districts and schools, cultivating and sustaining strong partnerships that advance our mission of ensuring postsecondary success for all students.
What You'll Do
- Act as a primary point of contact for assigned districts and schools, ensuring ongoing alignment between NCS services and district needs.
- Provide high-quality coaching to school and district leaders aligned with the NCS model for school transformation.
- Coach leaders in implementing effective systems, structures, and practices that create supportive school communities and result in equitable student outcomes.
- Build bridges across constituencies within districts to foster alignment and support for school improvement efforts.
- Engage in sensitive conversations with tact and discretion while maintaining confidentiality.
- Prepare and deliver clear, compelling oral and written communications to diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with NCS staff to ensure coherence of services, professional learning, and partnership goals.
- Manage scheduling and submit documentation related to partnerships.
- Support broader student initiatives and coordinate program initiatives, ensuring unity of focus and purpose.
What We're Looking For
- A college or university degree in a related field.
- Knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Nice to Have
- A Master’s degree in education.
- Five years of experience as a school leader (e.g., principal) or in district-level leadership.
- Experience working in an organization centered on coaching educators.
- Extensive experience coaching school and district leaders in instructional improvement and systems change.
- Working knowledge of the NCS model for school transformation.
- Experience designing, facilitating, and refining professional learning for educators via in-person and virtual settings.
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the Director of Coaching.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $49,000.00 - $69,000.00.
- Eligible employees receive health, retirement, and paid time off benefits.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based at the University of Chicago's Hyde Park campus in Chicago, IL.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
