Network Manager of High School Placement & Readiness
Apply NowEmail Your ResumeStaffing Boutique is pleased to notify you of a new direct hire job opportunity as a Network Manager of High School Placement & Readiness for a charter school in the Bronx, NY.
If interested, please respond ASAP with your most up-to-date resume.
Title: Network Manager of High School Placement & Readiness
Organization Type: Charter School
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Bronx, NY
Schedule: M-F, in-person
Annual Salary: $110-130K
Benefits: Healthcare coverage, Dental, Vision, PTO
Job Description:
This leader will report directly to the Managing Director of Student Success and will collaborate closely with the Superintendent of Middle Schools, campus principals, and a cohort of High School Placement Counselors whom they will coach and support.
The Manager will serve as a convener of best practices, a thought partner to school leaders, and a driver of performance across campuses. This person must be a strong communicator—both verbally and in writing—who can engage effectively with multiple stakeholders, including senior leaders, school staff, families, and external partners.
Additionally, this role requires a leader who can navigate the complexities of NYC’s high school admissions process, build strong relationships with high school admissions officers and scholarship program leaders, and communicate a compelling story of alumni success to philanthropists and community stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities
Apply NowIf interested, please respond ASAP with your most up-to-date resume.
Title: Network Manager of High School Placement & Readiness
Organization Type: Charter School
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Bronx, NY
Schedule: M-F, in-person
Annual Salary: $110-130K
Benefits: Healthcare coverage, Dental, Vision, PTO
Job Description:
This leader will report directly to the Managing Director of Student Success and will collaborate closely with the Superintendent of Middle Schools, campus principals, and a cohort of High School Placement Counselors whom they will coach and support.
The Manager will serve as a convener of best practices, a thought partner to school leaders, and a driver of performance across campuses. This person must be a strong communicator—both verbally and in writing—who can engage effectively with multiple stakeholders, including senior leaders, school staff, families, and external partners.
Additionally, this role requires a leader who can navigate the complexities of NYC’s high school admissions process, build strong relationships with high school admissions officers and scholarship program leaders, and communicate a compelling story of alumni success to philanthropists and community stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities
- Design and oversee a unified high school readiness and placement strategy across all middle schools to ensure alignment, equity, and excellence in outcomes for students and families.
- Provide consistent coaching, support, and professional development to campus-based High School Placement Counselors to strengthen school-based implementation and results.
- Plan and lead Network High School Placement Meetings to align teams on goals, troubleshoot barriers, and share best practices across campuses.
- Develop and manage tools such as the High School Placement Tracker, High School Quality & Contact Sheet, and HEART data system to streamline and elevate placement work.
- Monitor, analyze, and act on student placement and scholarship data to inform strategy adjustments and support accountability at both the campus and network level.
- Collaborate with counselors to design and execute high-quality family workshops, communication plans, and touchpoints throughout the admissions and financial aid processes.
- Build and maintain relationships with high school admissions offi cers, scholarship foundations (e.g., SSP, TEAK, Oliver Scholars), and summer enrichment programs to increase access and opportunity for graduates.
- Partner with the Advancement team to engage philanthropic partners and advocate for financial aid support and tuition assistance for alumni.
- Maintain graduate data systems, support alumni events, and contribute to a long-term vision for tracking and supporting students beyond 8th grade.
- Proven track record of high school placement, college counseling, or admissions work with historically underserved students
- At least 3 years of experience with demonstrated success in placing students in selective high schools and/or securing financial aid
- Strong relationship-building skills with families, school leaders, philanthropic partners, and admissions officers
- Ability to coach and lead adults across multiple campuses and to drive cross-functional initiatives
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Knowledge of NYC DOE high school admissions, Catholic and independent schools, and scholarship systems (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or certification in counseling, college advising, or educational leadership preferred
- Ability to travel approximately 10-20% of the time, primarily within the US
Or send your resume to resume@staffingboutique.org.