Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off

ABOUT US
Mission Statement:
Elev8 Baltimore partners with schools, families, and the community to ensure that every student is prepared for high school, college, career, and life.

Commitment to Liberation and Equity:
Elev8 Baltimore works to create liberating opportunities for youth and communities that have been oppressed by white supremacist structures and systems. We build committed partnerships with other organizations to provide training and tools for youth to advocate for themselves and bring equity to their communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position Summary: This role is part of our Children and Youth Services (CYS) Division which includes:

Elev8 Full-Service Community School strategy (elementary and middle schools)
Extended Learning opportunities (high-dosage tutoring K-8, comprehensive afterschool programming, and Elev8 Freedom School)
Mentoring
Experience Corps®
Middle school CTE/College & Career
Elev8 for Justice
and Family Advocacy/Power Parent strategy

The Manager, K-8 Initiatives, is responsible for the development and implementation of Elev8 Baltimore’s elementary and middle school initiatives. This role includes:

Overseeing after-school programs, tutoring, and extended learning opportunities while ensuring alignment with Elev8 Baltimore’s mission and strategic goal
Directly supervising program coordinators and other Elev8 staff to ensure impactful services and serve as the lead for K-8 initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Design and Oversight

Develop and implement programs to enhance student academic achievement, leadership development, and social-emotional growth for K-8 students.
Supervise assigned coordinators and program staff to ensure effective service delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate with school leadership to align initiatives with academic goals and student performance metrics.
Oversee logistics for program implementation, including scheduling, space usage, and materials management.
Ensure adherence to grant deliverables, compliance requirements, and organizational standards for quality assurance.

Staff Supervision and Development

Provide coaching, training, and support to program staff to ensure successful implementation of initiatives.
Conduct regular performance reviews and site visits to support staff development and program fidelity.
Lead professional development sessions to enhance staff skills in delivering high-quality programming.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain positive relationships with school staff, students, families, and community stakeholders.
Facilitate regular team meetings to ensure alignment and consistency in program delivery.
Serve as the primary liaison between program sites and the Elev8 leadership team.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Establish and monitor metrics to assess program impact and effectiveness.
Collect and analyze data to inform continuous improvement efforts.
Prepare and submit reports to funding partners, stakeholders, and the Senior Director of Children and Youth Services Programs as required.

Agency and Team Cohesion

Participate in departmental and organizational meetings to support Elev8 Baltimore’s overall mission.
Maintain compliance with agency policies, including equity, race, and liberation principles.

Travel

This position will require local travel to support various sites. Travel between sites may be needed, as well as to/from our main office in Remington.
Possible out-of-state travel for attendance at conference(s

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in education, youth development, or nonprofit management, including at least two years of supervisory experience.
Proven ability to implement K-8 programming with measurable outcomes.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management platforms.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, or a related field.
Residency in Baltimore City.
Commitment to serving marginalized communities and addressing systemic inequities.
Experience with grant management and compliance.
Demonstrated success in implementing community school strategies, extended learning opportunities, and/or youth development programming with measurable qualitative and/or quantitative outcomes.

Compensation:
Salary: $74,000 annually, with full benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement (with company contribution after meeting eligibility criteria), generous paid time off, and professional development support.

Elev8 Baltimore, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of our colleagues and welcome applications from individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

Compensation: $74,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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