Community Partnership School Director
Tallahassee, FL - USA
Job Summary
Childrens Home Society of Florida
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS DIRECTOR
Build partnerships. Strengthen communities. Help children thrive.
Childrens Home Society of Florida (CHS)
What if your next leadership role could help transform not just a schoolbut an entire community
At Childrens Home Society of Florida we believe every child deserves a bridge to success. As our Community Schools Director youll help build that bridge by bringing schools families community organizations and critical resources together around one shared goal: helping children reach their full potential.
This is more than program management. Its community leadership with a purpose.
If youre a strategic thinker relationship builder and passionate leader who knows how to turn big ideas into meaningful results we want to meet you.
ð WHY THIS WORK MATTERS
Children do their best when the people and resources around them work together.
As Community Schools Director youll help create an environment where students and families can access the support opportunities and connections they need to thrivein school and beyond.
Youll bring together school leaders families community organizations service providers and the CHS team to develop programs that strengthen educational opportunities increase family engagement and connect students with meaningful resources.
Your leadership will help turn community partnerships into real opportunities for children.
Thats how we build bridges to success.
ð WHAT YOULL DO
ð Build Powerful Community Partnerships
Youll be a connectorbringing the right people organizations and resources to the table.
You will:
- Develop implement and lead the Community Partnership Schools programs and support services.
- Build strong relationships with school administrators community agencies and service providers.
- Identify community partners that can provide health services extended learning opportunities family engagement programs and other needed resources.
- Negotiate collaborative service agreements and contracts alongside school leadership.
- Participate in strategic planning with school and community partners.
- Represent CHS and the Community Partnership School at meetings events and community functions.
ð Create Opportunities for Students & Families
Youll help turn community needs into programs that make a difference.
You will:
- Identify develop and implement programming aligned with the Community Partnership School vision.
- Create and promote programs that expand educational opportunities and social connections for students.
- Strengthen parent and caregiver involvement through family activities events and community resources.
- Help connect families with services and resources when needs arise.
- Monitor the quality and effectiveness of services and work with partners to resolve challenges.
ð Turn Strategy Into Results
Great programs need strong operations behind them.
You will:
- Ensure programs meet CHS licensing contractual quality and outcome requirements.
- Monitor program data statistics and outcomes across service areas.
- Develop and oversee budgets for funding sources and services.
- Partner with CHS Finance on budgeting and billing.
- Lead contract management activities and help develop strategies for long-term program sustainability.
- Participate in fundraising and grant-writing activities.
- Use information and results to strengthen programs and community impact.
ð Lead & Develop an Amazing Team
Leadership here means helping others succeed.
You will:
- Recruit supervise coach and develop team members.
- Create an engaging supportive and accountable team environment.
- Establish annual goals and track progress toward results.
- Provide ongoing feedback coaching and performance support.
- Hold regular team and management meetings to keep communication strong.
- Support professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Help build the next generation of CHS leaders through succession planning.
â YOU MAY BE A GREAT FIT IF...
Youre energized by bringing people together around a common purpose.
You can move comfortably between big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution.
You know how to build trust with school leaders families community organizations and your own team.
Youre comfortable managing programs partnerships budgets and outcomesand you never lose sight of the children and families behind the numbers.
Most importantly you want your leadership to mean something.
ð WHAT YOULL BRING
- Masters degree in Human Services Education or a related field from an accredited university or the ability to obtain the degree within two years of hire
- 5 years of experience in childrens services education or community health
- Florida Drivers License within 30 days of hire
- Daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines
- Strong leadership interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and community partnerships
- Proficiency with general office productivity tools including Microsoft Office Suite and Teams
Preferred
- 2 years of program development and administration experience
- Established local connections with the School Board and/or school administration
- Community engagement experience
- Knowledge of community resources and networks
- Familiarity with Community Schools Model principles practices and performance standards
ð WHY CHOOSE CHS
Since 1902 Childrens Home Society of Florida has worked alongside children and families to help create brighter futures.
When you join CHS youre joining a team that believes meaningful change happens when communities work together.
Here youll have the opportunity to:
ð Make a meaningful impact Your work directly strengthens opportunities for children families and communities.
ð Grow your career Take advantage of professional development and opportunities to expand your leadership.
ð Work alongside purpose-driven people Join colleagues and community partners committed to creating lasting change.
ð Bring your ideas to the table We value curiosity innovation and leaders who see possibilities where others see challenges.
ðï Enjoy a competitive benefits package Including generous paid time off and holidays.
ð Become part of Floridas history Continue a mission that has served Floridas children and families for more than a century.
That commitment represents CHSs focus on recognizing each childs potential nurturing opportunity and creating lasting impact.
Bring your coordination skills compassion and community mindset to CHS and help create stronger connections to care for students and families.
For more information about our programs visit applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information visit
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
At Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS), our mission has grown into a bold, statewide movement to address the root causes preventing children from reaching their full potential. Our Community Impact Model offers a cradle-to-career approach that brings education, healthcare, family ... View more