Site Leader

About Black Men Teach (BMT)

Black Men Teach is a movement and a mission — building a future where every child has the opportunity to learn from, be led by, and be inspired by a Black male educator. We recruit, prepare, and support Black men to enter and thrive in the classroom, strengthening schools and transforming communities in the process. At BMT, we’re reimagining what it means to teach, lead, and belong. Our team is bold, innovative, and deeply rooted in purpose. We don’t just talk about change — we design it, build it, and live it every day. Our work is rooted in the belief that representation matters—and that our children’s schooling experience will never be complete without Black male teachers in the classroom.
 

Position Overview:

The Site Leader serves as the primary facilitator, mentor, and community leader for a cohort of Black Men Teach Fellows. This role creates engaging, culturally affirming learning experiences that foster belonging, leadership development, educator identity, academic success, and personal growth.

Reporting to the Director, Secondary Programs & Educator Pathways, the Site Leader facilitates weekly programming, monitors Fellow engagement and academic progress, partners with families and schools, and cultivates a culture of accountability, brotherhood, joy, and excellence. Site Leaders are often the most consistent and influential adult relationship within a Fellow's Black Men Teach experience.
 

Core Responsibilities: 

• Fellow Development & Community Building (35%)
  • Build authentic relationships with assigned Fellows that foster trust, belonging, and personal growth.
  • Serve as a mentor, advocate, and positive role model.
  • Support Fellows in setting goals, overcoming challenges, and celebrating successes.
  • Cultivate a positive cohort culture grounded in brotherhood, accountability, and excellence.
  • Encourage leadership development, self-confidence, and educator identity.
• Program Facilitation & Educator Identity Development (30%)
  • Facilitate weekly Black Men Teach cohort sessions using the approved curriculum.
  • Lead engaging discussions focused on leadership, identity, service, education, and career exploration.
  • Create learning experiences that inspire Fellows to consider careers in education.
  • Foster meaningful reflection, participation, and peer connection.
  • Reinforce Black Men Teach's mission, values, and leadership expectations.
• Student Success & Progress Monitoring (15%)
  • Monitor attendance, participation, academic progress, and program engagement.
  • Conduct regular academic and wellness check-ins.
  • Identify Fellows needing additional support and communicate concerns promptly.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of Fellow participation and progress.
• Family & School Engagement (10%)
  • Build positive relationships with families, caregivers, teachers, counselors, and school staff.
  • Communicate regarding Fellow participation and progress.
  • Encourage family engagement in Black Men Teach programming.
  • Collaborate with schools to strengthen student success and engagement.
• Program Operations & Collaboration (10%)
  • Participate in Site Leader trainings, team meetings, retreats, and professional development.
  • Submit attendance, check-in notes, and required documentation on time.
  • Support Black Men Teach events, field experiences, and community engagement activities.
  • Represent Black Men Teach with professionalism and integrity.
     

Qualifications:

• Required 
  • Experience working with youth, mentoring programs, education, community organizations, or leadership development.
  • Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to engage and inspire adolescents.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
• Preferred 
  • Bachelor's degree or current college enrollment.
  • Experience facilitating groups or youth leadership programs.
  • Experience working with historically underserved communities.
     

Skills and Competencies: 

• Mission Alignment: Models Black Men Teach's mission, values, and commitment to developing future Black male educators.
• Youth Development & Mentorship: Builds meaningful relationships that foster leadership, belonging, and personal growth.
• Facilitation & Group Leadership: Creates engaging learning experiences that inspire participation, reflection, and confidence.
• Communication & Relationship Building: Establishes trust with Fellows, families, schools, and colleagues.
• Execution & Accountability: Delivers high-quality programming while maintaining accurate documentation and consistent follow-through.
• Cultural Responsiveness & Inclusion: Creates affirming environments where every Fellow feels seen, valued, and empowered.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving: Responds effectively to changing student needs while maintaining a positive and solution-focused approach.
   

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 
• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside different facilities (e.g., schools) or offices throughout the workday.
• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in-person. 
• Ability to facilitate weekly in-person cohort sessions in school and community settings.
• Ability to travel to assigned school sites, organizational events, and training sessions.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends to support Black Men Teach programming, family engagement activities, and special events.
   

Work Environment

• School-based and community-based work environment with a hybrid approach for meetings and administrative responsibilities.
• Flexible schedule aligned with program delivery, school calendars, and organizational events.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on developing future Black male educators and strengthening communities.
   

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $22.00-$25.00. Final salary is determined by BMT based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. BMT offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the whole person — your health, your future, and your life outside of work:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance — BMT covers 75% of the employee premium and 65% of dependent premiums
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid sick leave, and company-observed holidays in accordance with Black Men Teach's leave policies
• Professional development opportunities aligned with your growth
• We offer a hybrid work environment that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and community connection.
   

EEO Statement 

Black Men Teach (BMT) is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 

Join Us! 

If you’re passionate about reimagining systems and creating lasting impact, we invite you to bring your ideas and energy to BMT. Together, we’re not just transforming education — we’re transforming possibility.