Executive Director

About BBL

Since 2003, Bronx Charter Schools for Better Learning (BBL) has been grounded in the belief that every child is a capable learner and that great teaching creates the conditions for that learning to flourish. Inspired by Dr. Caleb Gattegno, BBL’s inquiry-driven, learning-centered model has produced strong academic outcomes while fostering independence and curiosity.

BBL operates two elementary schools (Pre-K–5) in the Northeast Bronx, serving ~1,000 students. Learn more: https://www.bronxbetterlearning.org/

The Opportunit

yThe Executive Director (ED) serves as BBL’s chief executive, leading both schools and reporting to the Board. This role spans academics, operations, community engagement, and strategy

.The ED will build on a strong foundation: a proven pedagogy, committed educators, a close-knit community, and financial stability. With a strategic planning process underway, the ED will help shape BBL’s next chapter, including potential middle school expansion

.This is not a caretaker role. It is an opportunity to strengthen outcomes, refine systems, and lead a distinctive organization forward

.
Key Responsibiliti

esStrategy & Leadersh

• ipChampion BBL’s mission and pedagogy internally and external
• lyLead strategic planning and align priorities across the organizati
• onPartner with the Board on governance and decision-maki
• ngSecure funding and partnerships to support long-term goa

ls
Instructional Leaders

• hipBuild a deep understanding of BBL’s pedagogy and ensure consistent implementat
• ionStrengthen systems for curriculum, PD, and coach
• ingDevelop principals as instructional leaders while maintaining strong outco

mes
Operations & Organizational Leader

• shipOversee all aspects of BBL (academic, financial, operatio
• nal)Strengthen organizational structure, systems, and accountabi
• lityLead and develop the senior leadership
• teamEnsure financial sustainability, budgeting, and long-range plan
• ningManage SUNY CSI charter relationship and compli

ance
Talent & Cu

• ltureRecruit, develop, and retain a high-performing
• teamBalance strong relationships with clear expectations and accountab
• ilityBuild leadership pipelines and support staff g

rowth
Community & External Rel

• ationsServe as a visible, trusted leader in the
• BronxStrengthen family engagement and enro
• llmentRepresent BBL with integrity across stakeh

olders
Key Priorities (First 12–24

• Months)Build trust with staff, families, and th
• e BoardDevelop a deep understanding of BBL’s p
• edagogyAssess progress toward charter goals and strengthen account
• abilityImplement a strategic plan with clear mil
• estonesExplore middle school ex
• pansionImprove instructional alignment and principal
• supportClarify roles and strengthen organizational
• systemsDeepen community engagement and enrollment p

ipeline
Candidate

ProfileQualif

• ications7 years of senior leadership in K–12 (urban/charter pr
• eferred)Classroom or school-based ex
• perienceExperience as a school or system leader (e.g., Principal, ED, Head of
• School)Strong emotional intelligence and relationship-buildin
• g skillsSound judgment and decisio
• n-makingExperience with budgeting, systems-building, and organizational le
• adershipFamiliarity with inquiry-based or constructivist models (or openness t
• o learn)Experience working with boards and governance st
• ructuresUnderstanding of charter accountability (NY experience pr
• eferred)Commitment to educationa
• l equityMaster’s degree or eq

uivalent
Why

Join BBLBBL offers a rare opportunity to lead a communi

• ty where:Students are engaged and respected as
• learnersFamilies are strong
• partnersEducators are deeply
• committedA distinctive model enables meaningf

ul impactThe ED will shape BBL’s future, strengthen outcomes, and help scale what makes the organizatio

n unique.
Compensation &

; BenefitsSalary: $200,000–$250,000, commensurate with

experienceCompetitive benefits packag

e includedFull-time, in-person role in

the Bronx
Applicat

ion ProcessBBL has partnered with JoHo Talent Network for this search. Apply by submitting your resume. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. BBL is an equal opportunit