Program Specialist: Partnerships & Community Engagement - New Village Academy

Title Code:

Program Specialist:

Partnerships & Community Engagement

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, oversees, implements, and evaluates school partnerships with local and national organizations, families, and individual community stakeholders, including donors, grantors, providers of curriculum experiences and wraparound services.

Addresses three interrelated areas:

1) Strategic Partnerships & Real-World Learning - securing long-term partnerships that infuse Community Action Projects (CAPs), pathways, and school-wide learning experiences with authentic community purpose and professional expertise. 2) Community Engagement & Family Partnerships - strengthening trust, visibility, and belonging among the families and communities NVA serves. 3) Development & Grants - building a foundation of philanthropic, donor, business, and grant support to ensure NVA's sustainability and growth. Cultivates the web of relationships-with businesses, civic and cultural institutions, nonprofits, higher education partners, government agencies, health and wraparound service providers, and philanthropic supporters-that makes NVA's real-world, community-embedded learning model possible. Amplifies NVA's commitment to equity, student agency, and community-rooted learning and tells a compelling story of NVA's work to our community stakeholders. Additional Work Days/Hours Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed: Ability to work flexible schedules Evenings/Nights Extended hours Outside of normal business hours Summer hours Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Cultivates, secures, and stewards strategic relationships with businesses, nonprofits, civic and cultural institutions, workforce development organizations, higher education partners, and Annapolis-based community organizations. Develops real-world curriculum partnerships that bring professional expertise, authentic community-based problems, and wraparound supports into Community Action Projects and interdisciplinary learning. Collaborates with instructional leaders and teachers to identify programmatic needs and leverage community assets to expand opportunities for students and families. Develops, executes, and maintains MOUs, partnership agreements, and structured plans for ongoing partner engagement and accountability. Serves as a key external ambassador and communicator for New Village Academy with partners, funders, media, and civic leaders, in collaboration with school leadership. Leads culturally responsive, trust-centered community engagement with families, neighborhood groups, faith-based organizations, and youth-serving partners.. Represents the school at public events, civic meetings, community celebrations, and outreach activities across Annapolis, supporting enrollment visibility and community presence. Designs and coordinates family- and community-facing events, including info sessions, Celebrations of Learning, partnership events, and Gateway and Graduation ceremonies. Helps design and implement the school's development strategy; cultivate donors and sponsors; create donor- and grantor-facing materials; and coordinate donor engagement and stewardship activities.. Identifies, writes, and manages grants; maintain development and partnership tracking systems; and provide regular reports on partnerships, community engagement, fundraising, and grant outcomes to school leadership and the Board. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required; Master's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience Two (2) years professional program/project management experience in partnership development, community engagement, development/fundraising, nonprofit leadership, education, or related field required; Successful track record in cultivating partnerships, building community trust, and/or securing philanthropic support preferred. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, human relations, interpersonal and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively speak and write. Knowledge of Annapolis community resources, expertise, and neighborhood dynamics preferred. Ability to write grants, manage databases, plan events, and/or conduct marketing/public relations Experience in K-12 education, youth development, community organizing, nonprofit management, or workforce development. Ability to establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with families, school-based staff, community organizations and groups, national granting and educational organizations AACPS and Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) partners. Ability to develop and market program concepts and ideas, convey school processes to the community, and community concerns back to the school . Excellent facilitation (virtual and in-person), advisory, and consultant skills. Demonstrates ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business and instructional technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Smart technology, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). Language Requirements Bilingual in English/Spanish native or near native preferred. Licenses and Certifications Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities Trains employees. Directs the work of employees. Maintains records. Provides feedback to assist the supervisor's assessment of the employee's performance. Plans the work. Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use. Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands Standing:

under 1/3 of the time

Walking:

under 1/3 of the time

Sitting:

between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Keyboarding:

between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Talking:

between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Hearing:

between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Driving:

under 1/3 of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. No special vision requirements Work Environment Location Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 of the time Exposure Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 of the time

Noise Level Moderate:

between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Weight & Force Lifting and carrying requirements Up to 25 pounds: under 1/3 of the time Travel Requirements 10% daily day travel within the county between schools and office locations.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

12/1/2025

Established Date:

12/1/2025

Title Code:

B05739

Title:

PROGRAM SPECIALIST

PARTNERSHIPS & COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT

Alternate Title:

Program Specialist:

Partnerships & Community Engagement Reports to

Generic:

Principal Reports to

Specific:

ORGANIZATION

Division:

Student & Systemic Supports Business Unit:

Educational Options & School Climate Department:

Negotiated Agreement:

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:

V Days Worked:

260

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt Grade:

PG05 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 5 - Professional Staff)

Essential Job:

Months Worked:

12

Hours Worked:

8

Job Family:

School Support/Family Partnership Sub-Function:

School Partnerships