Executive Director, Reading Partners New York

**Reading Partners New York** has been a part of the New York City educational landscape since 2011, when we first began placing community volunteers in public schools to help kids master basic reading skills. Through impactful one-on-one and small group tutoring, we don’t just teach literacy—we ignite confidence, curiosity, and a foundation for lifelong success. From 2024 - 2025, Reading Partners New York delivered over 30,000 tutoring sessions, reaching over 1,300 students with high-quality, individualized literacy support across four boroughs. We envision a future where every child—regardless of background - has access to high-quality, evidence-based literacy support. We are committed to empowering students with the foundational skills they need to become confident readers and lifelong learners.As the largest region at Reading Partners, Reading Partners New York has established and built mutual and long-standing relationships with New York City Public Schools and community-based organizations to enhance the learning experience of students and to partner with communities to ensure that children find joy in reading. In collaboration with the Reads Neighborhood Initiative and community organizations like Children’s Aid and Grand Street Settlement, we expand access to high-quality learning experiences beyond the school walls. In 2026, Reading Partners New York is poised to reach more than 1,500 students, fueled by critical support from champions like the MetLife Foundation. Our 1,200+ volunteers and 55+ AmeriCorps members position Reading Partners New York to provide deep and focused support for in-person and virtual literacy programming to help students achieve impactful literacy growth goals. Read more about our impact .The Executive Director is an effective fundraiser, external representative, strategist, and regional operations leader. The ED spearheads the region’s partnerships with the New York City Public Schools and other strategically aligned partners. The ED also sets the vision and the course for (PbRP) growth and expansion within the region. The Executive Director is an effective fundraiser, external representative, strategist, and regional operations leader. The ED spearheads the region’s partnerships with the New York City Public Schools and other strategically aligned partners. The ED also sets the vision and the course for (PbRP) growth and expansion within the region.* Help determine and achieve programmatic and other goals aligned with the regional and national strategic plans: + 1,800 students enrolled and 1,530 served + Fee for service from school program partners + Exploration of Powered by Reading Partners partners* Build fundraising, regional infrastructure, and capacity to support future growth.* Provide executive oversight of all program operations: budgeting, compliance, quality assurance, and program efficacy.* Oversee day-to-day regional operations with support from the Regional Operations, National Accounting, HR, Talent, and IT departments.* Partner with the regional team to drive resources (both funds and volunteers) to the region.* Collaborate with other executive directors and members of the national team to develop and implement a system for sharing resources and best practices across all Reading Partners locations.* Oversee the recruitment, selection, coaching, management, and support for up to 80 Reading Partners AmeriCorps members toward successful program implementation across all NYC partner schools and organizations.* Partner with the program team to recommit current schools and recruit new schools by late spring to ensure Reading Partners NYC will meet its schools served each year.* Partner with other nonprofit, for-profit, and governmental entities to affect students’ reading success.* Support the sustainability and growth of (Collective Impact) programming, whereby the regional team trains program delivery partners to deliver tutoring and family engagement beyond the school day.* Engage and manage relationships with elected officials and public sector partners to support the advancement of Reading Partners as a key partner in the educational system in NYC.* Build and grow relationships with school district-level leaders to ensure Reading Partners’ success as an evidence-based literacy program that is proven to help students learn to read.* Support Reading Partners’ role in the policy dialogue around literacy, education, and national service.* Increase organizational visibility and profile in local media markets through the successful creation and implementation of a regional communications plan.* Serve as the primary local public spokesperson for Reading Partners, acting as the public face of the organization within the region.* Develop strategic partnerships to support Reading Partners’ community engagement and volunteer recruitment efforts.**Compensation:** This is a full-time, exempt, and salaried position. The pay range for this position is $127,547 - $170,063 per year. We aim to set salaries based on objective, external, high-quality market data. Our salaries are adjusted for candidates in different geographic regions. We do our very best to ensure that we’re bringing our best offer - therefore we do not engage in salary negotiations.**Our benefits:** We offer a comprehensive benefits program intentionally crafted to support employees and their families with physical, mental, and financial health:* Health & Insurance Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with substantial employer contributions toward both employee and family premiums; life and disability insurance at no cost to employees; and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).* Pre-Tax Medical Support: Significant pre-tax employer funding to help offset employees’ out-of-pocket medical expenses, including providing first dollar coverage for some plan options.* Mental Health Support: Spring Health for easy access to therapy, coaching, and wellness resources, including six sessions provided at no cost to employees.* Inclusive Health Support: Carrot for guidance and support related to hormonal health, fertility, family-building, and gender-affirming services.* Retirement Benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with immediate eligibility to participate and to receive employer matching contributions.* Paid Time Off: Flexible Paid Time Off (Unlimited PTO) and Paid Parental Leave for up to 8 weeks for birth and non-birth parents.* Holidays & Office Closures: 14 paid holidays annually, plus one week of office closure in early July and two weeks in late December.* Culture & Growth: A dynamic, mission-driven culture with a strong commitment to employee development and career growth.* A cover letter describing your interest in Reading Partners and how your past experience has prepared you for this role.* Resume## Qualifications**About you!**To meet these priorities and fulfill these responsibilities, our ideal Executive Director candidate will be/will have:* Have over 5+ years of robust senior-level leadership experience working with nonprofits, school districts, government officials, and philanthropic organizations in the NYC area.* Able to build authentic relationships with community partners, policymakers, funders, and supporters.* Can engage diverse audiences and clearly communicate organizational goals and priorities.* Demonstrated success in developing and executing fundraising strategies.* Proven accomplishments in front-line fundraising, including demonstrated success in fundraising one million dollars or more.* A track record of accomplishing programmatic goals in an educational setting in collaboration with internal and external partners.* Demonstrated success in staff recruitment, leadership, management, and development.* Demonstrated ability to develop and manage large and complex operating budgets.* Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.* Demonstrated
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