Director of Programs

Job Description

Seton Education Partners seeks a mission-driven leader to coach and develop Seton Teaching Fellows, manage program logistics, and strengthen collaboration between El Camino, STF, and Brilla. The ideal candidate is highly organized, skilled in coaching educators, and committed to ensuring the success of both programs.

About Seton Education Partners

Co-founded in 2009 by KIPP pioneer Scott W. Hamilton and Teach For America alumna Stephanie Saroki de Garcia, Seton Education Partners responds to the decline of urban Catholic schools, which have long served underserved communities.

Seton expands access to academically excellent, character-rich, and, for those who seek it, Catholic education. As a national nonprofit, it partners with dioceses to implement innovative, sustainable models that blend Catholic tradition with new possibilities. Seton is driven by the belief that urban Catholic schools can be revitalized to better serve children and families in underserved communities.

About the Brilla Schools Network

Brilla Public Charter Schools is a K-8 network serving nearly 1,600 students in the Bronx, with plans to grow to 4,000 students. Brilla combines classical education-focused on virtue, Truth, Beauty, and Goodness-with modern instructional practices and individualized learning. The network prioritizes academic excellence, character formation, and a joyful, dignified community.

About El Camino

El Camino ("The Way") is a Catholic after-school program partnered with Brilla schools that supports faith formation, character development, and academic growth. Since 2013, over 260 children have been baptized through the program.

Serving ~40% of Brilla students, El Camino provides homework help, catechism, physical activity, and opportunities for prayer and family engagement.

About the Role: Director of Programs

This role leads program strategy, systems, and outcomes across a campus. Reporting to the Network Director of Programs, the Director oversees El Camino and supervises Seton Teaching Fellows, ensuring strong collaboration between programs and alignment with Brilla.

The Director coaches Fellows, manages operations, supports family engagement, and serves as a key liaison across teams.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

Coach and develop Seton Teaching Fellows
Support catechesis curriculum implementation
Lead observations, feedback, and professional development
Analyze student performance data to drive improvement

People Management

Hire, onboard, and manage program staff
Conduct regular check-ins and performance evaluations
Build strong relationships with families, staff, and students

Program Management

Oversee logistics, scheduling, and daily execution
Lead family engagement and events
Ensure program quality, culture, and alignment
Serve as liaison across Brilla, STF, and El Camino

Qualifications

Practicing Catholic committed to Church teachings
3+ years of teaching experience with strong results
1+ year in program operations or administration
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Bachelor's degree required
Ability to travel 10-20%

Preferred:

Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Experience with data, event planning, or social media

Compensation

Salary range: $85,000-$90,000 plus benefits.

Learn More & Apply: For more detailed information on responsibilities and qualifications, please view the full job description here: https://www.setonpartners.org/seton-new-york-jobs/?gh_jid=5066845007

About the Employer

Seton Education Partners, responds to the decline of urban Catholic schools-long a vital support for underserved communities. Seton expands access to academically excellent, character-rich, and, for those who desire it, Catholic education. As a national nonprofit, it partners with dioceses to implement innovative, sustainable models that blend Catholic tradition with new possibilities. Rooted in the belief that urban Catholic schools can be revitalized, Seton develops scalable solutions to school closures, ensuring thousands of children continue to receive strong academic and values-based education in underserved neighborhoods.