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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Culture, Climate and Youth Leadership - **Company:** LEAD Charter School - **Location:** Newark, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Office Suite, Build Tools - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://api.schoolspring.com/api/Jobs/5928799?domainName= ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree required * 3+ years of experience working with youth in an urban district or charter school setting with an explicit focus on building rapport and trust * Ability to work with a diverse, multicultural staff and students * Familiarity with alternative education and school-to-career practices * Proficiency in Efforts-to-Outcome (ETO) software * Commitment to NOYN school model and implementation with fidelity * Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, including student leadership and youth development initiatives * Ability to effectively network with public and private sector stakeholders * Experience in developing and implementing program management systems and procedures * Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively and prioritize strategically * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including use of office productivity software ## Description LEAD Charter School seeks an exceptional Director of Culture, Climate and Youth Leadership to join our mission-driven community. Our goal is to transform equity through opportunities for young people in Newark. The Director will support student success by maintaining a positive school culture, implementing behavior and academic interventions, and addressing the unique needs of opportunity youth. In addition, the Dean will serve as the school-based leader for youth leadership development, student voice, and civic engagement, ensuring students are not only supported but empowered as leaders within the school and broader community. This role requires a strong leader who can balance student-centered support, leadership development, and data-driven decision-making to ensure all students thrive academically, socially, and as emerging leaders., * Serve as a primary advocate and resource for students, providing guidance, counseling, and conflict resolution in collaboration with staff and families * Lead interventions for students who are at risk academically, socially, or behaviorally, using data to assess progress and adjust strategies * Work closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address student needs and ensure their success * Create and implement programs that promote positive behavior, social-emotional development, personal accountability, and leadership capacity * Effectively contribute to the execution of the student registration process, including Mental Toughness planning, facilitation, and reflection School Culture and Climate * Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive school environment aligned with the school's mission and values * Display respect toward the rights and feelings of students, encouraging a culture of mutual respect * Promote student leadership, ownership, and engagement through school-wide initiatives * Lead the development and implementation of behavior management strategies aligned with restorative practices * Serve as a role model for positive behavior, academic success, personal integrity, and civic responsibility Youth Leadership Development & Student Voice * Serve as the on-site lead for youth leadership development, ensuring alignment with LEAD's mission and Opportunity Youth model * Monitor and sustain a coherent student leadership pipeline that provides access and growth opportunities for all students * Facilitate a Youth Policy Council, ensuring authentic student voice in school decision-making * Develop and oversee student leadership opportunities (e.g., peer leaders, ambassadors, facilitators) * Lead and manage community service programming, ensuring meaningful engagement and connection to student growth * Build systems for student reflection, skill development, and accountability within leadership and service experiences * Coordinate and prepare students for external advocacy opportunities (local, state, and national) * Serve as liaison with external partners to elevate student voice beyond the school Curriculum Collaboration * Partner with the academic team to embed youth leadership, civic engagement, and advocacy into curriculum and instruction * Support teachers in integrating leadership competencies into classroom practice Strategic Partnerships: * Develop and nurture relationships with community organizations, businesses, and colleges/universities to create additional opportunities for alumni and families. * Partner with local employers and post-secondary institutions to establish internship, employment, and scholarship opportunities for alumni. * Understands and demonstrates effective partnership management across agencies to effectively serve the needs of participants; ensure partnerships reflect education and training providers, the workforce investment system, employers, the juvenile justice system, and faith-based and community-based organizations. * Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. * Participate in weekly education team meetings, full-staff meetings, interdisciplinary team meetings, and other small group/special project meetings, as assigned. * Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their designee * Adheres to and promotes the philosophy and objectives of the school and the Board of Trustees. Leadership and Collaboration * Collaborate with school leaders to implement school-wide policies and initiatives * Provide mentorship and support to staff in addressing student needs and cultivating leadership * Lead or participate in professional development related to student support, behavior management, and youth leadership * Serve as part of the school's response team for crises and high-risk student issues * Participate in all required meetings and uphold the mission and expectations of the school and Board of Trustees * Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong organizational commitment * The Director (school-level) and Manager of Youth Leadership Development (CMO-level) would work in close partnership: * The Director executes programming and ensures strong student engagement on the ground * The Manager provides guidance, resources, and accountability, while elevating student work to broader platforms All related duties