Citywide Director of Education

Description

 Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco — John N. Callander Administrative Office
San Francisco, CA | Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (evenings and weekends as needed) | Full-time
$85,000–$95,000 annually | Benefits Eligible

Why This Role Matters

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a School-Based Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

What You’ll Do

The Citywide Director of Education sets the vision for academic programming across all BGCSF Clubhouses and School-Based Clubs. Leading the Education Department, you’ll develop curriculum and program standards, coach education staff, manage the department budget, and build partnerships with SFUSD and other education organizations, so every Club member has strong academic support through high school graduation and beyond. Your time is split across strategy, partnerships, and resources (30%), academic vision and program quality (25%), team leadership and Club support (25%), and Citywide education events (20%).

• Set academic strategy — Forecast and plan improvements across all academic programs and support services, aligning them with the Strategic Plan’s Academic Success goals, SFUSD curriculum, National Common Core, and State of California Standards.
• Build education partnerships — Maintain strong partnerships with SFUSD, charter and private schools, and youth-serving organizations, and keep leadership and staff informed on SFUSD trends such as attendance, IEP/ELL support, grade progression, graduation rates, and college admissions.
• Measure and share outcomes — Track and analyze data in MyClubHub (Salesforce), surveys, and assessments to drive continuous improvement, and share education outcomes with key stakeholders and in organizational reporting.
• Manage department resources — Own the Education Department budget, including invoicing and payments to Citywide partners, allocate funds equitably across Clubs, and partner with the Development and Institutional Giving Departments to pursue new revenue for academic programs.
• Set program standards — Lead the process of setting Academic Success program standards, evaluate program quality and implementation at the Clubs, and use Club staff feedback to strengthen programs.
• Develop curriculum and resources — Lead the creation of Academic Success curricula, activities, and strategies, documented in the official BGCSF Program Plan template, and keep the education section of the Program Plan library current, accessible, and in use.
• Lead and grow the education team — Supervise and coach the Manager of College Success, build and retain a strong team through hiring, onboarding, and coaching, and lead monthly Citywide education meetings.
• Support Clubs directly — Partner with the Director of School-Based Clubs on alignment and resource sharing, guide Clubs through the annual Action Planning process, observe and coach staff, run regular pulse checks, and recognize education staff.
• Oversee scholarships — Manage BGCSF’s internal scholarship program, including the application and selection process, and share external scholarship resources.
• Lead Citywide education events — Plan and execute the High School Fair, College Tours, and Senior Celebration, managing logistics, timelines, and budgets, partnering with Club staff to recruit members and families, and evaluating each event with attendance and participant feedback.

What You Bring

Required

• Five or more years of experience working with youth ages 6 to 18 in an academic setting
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds and communities, with strong cultural competency
• Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze, assess, and communicate the academic needs of youth
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, program development, and implementation
• Strong understanding of curriculum development, program assessment, and multiple learning strategies
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and motivate staff, including hiring and coaching
• Experience managing a program or department budget
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects and large program events
• Strong computer skills, including G Suite, data tracking, and analysis
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Passion for the mission and values of BGCSF
• Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)

Preferred

• Experience in a supervisory or program leadership role in a school or nonprofit, focused on academic skill attainment or school connection
• Experience liaising with school leadership and teachers, either working in schools or closely with them
• Deep understanding of a whole-child approach to minimizing learning loss, improving school connection, and supporting members’ social-emotional wellness

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Why BGCSF

• Comprehensive health benefits, including employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off program
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free all-location West Coast Bay Club membership (for FT & PT after 90 days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Pre-tax savings program with a discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees after completing one year of service.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $85,000–$95,000 annually. Final compensation is determined based on a range of factors, including skill set, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. Candidates may be hired at the entry, mid, or senior level of the range, depending on qualifications and position requirements.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the hiring process, BGCSF requires candidates to complete LiveScan fingerprinting, a background check, and a tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected in this role. It is not intended as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. BGCSF reserves the right to reassign or relocate employees as needed.