Position: Director of Operations
About: Public Prep Academies in Bronx, NY, are single-gender K-8 schools and co-ed PreK dedicated to academic excellence and whole-child development. They combine rigorous academics with social-emotional learning, fostering strong partnerships between families and staff to create a supportive, community-focused environment. Public Prep invests in educators, offering tailored professional development, coaching, and feedback cycles to promote growth, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. The culture at Public Prep is joyful, inclusive, and high-achieving for both scholars and staff.
Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree in relevant field/MBA, preferred; Minimum 4 years of related business/operations experience; At least 2 years of demonstrated success managing a small team or multiple large projects; Strong project management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities; detail-oriented; High level of comfort with financial oversight and budgetary tracking; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to think and act strategically; Team player with strong interpersonal skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with financial management/accounting software, a plus; Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, and ‘can-do’ attitude; Personable and has the ability to interact with various stakeholders
Benefits: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan
