Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.
DREAM will develop and scale AI-enabled teaching and learning models designed to expand opportunity for students across the Bronx. Over the next three years, we will partner with 15 schools in the Bronx to help them implement an AI fluency curriculum, use AI tools to accelerate learning, and pursue new school models that prioritize real-world learning and future-ready skills. We will recruit partner schools, provide training and embedded coaching to leaders and teachers, and help educators implement and adapt these practices, curriculum, and tools in their own classrooms. Through rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement, this new initiative aims to improve academic outcomes while creating more time for collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and other future-ready skills.
About this Work
Reporting directly to the Head of Program Design, the Director of AI Fluency will develop and produce AI fluency curriculum, assessments, implementation guides, and playbooks for DREAM’s partner schools. This role will translate knowledge of AI and student learning into rigorous, developmentally appropriate materials that help students understand AI, use it effectively, and critically evaluate its place in our world.
The Director will lead hands-on writing, revision, and production of instructional resources, working with the Program Design and Implementation Teams to ensure materials are coherent, accessible, and ready for educators to use.
Responsibilities
Curriculum and Assessment Development
- Develop and design a rigorous AI fluency curriculum, including unit plans, lessons, and instructional materials that build students’ understanding of AI’s history, uses, and limitations while strengthening critical thinking and their ability to use and evaluate AI tools thoughtfully and purposefully;
- Define clear student learning outcomes at multiple grade levels and design developmentally appropriate learning sequences, tasks, and assessments aligned to those outcomes;
- Produce assessments, scoring criteria, and supporting materials that measure students’ understanding and application of AI fluency concepts;
- Edit, organize, and package curriculum and assessments to ensure accuracy, consistency, usability, and readiness for distribution.
Partnerships and Continual Improvement
- Collaborate with the Head of Program Design and other stakeholders to plan revisions and codify AI fluency curriculum and assessments;
- Partner with the Implementation Team to ensure resources address educators’ needs and support consistent use across partner schools;
- Analyze student work and assessment results to evaluate curriculum effectiveness;
- Incorporate feedback from key stakeholders to refine materials;
- Stay current on developments in AI and relevant educational research, updating curriculum to reflect changes in tools, capabilities, and their implications for student learning.
Other responsibilities related to the role as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, required, advanced degree preferred;
- 2+ years of experience writing and producing high-quality curriculum and assessments, ideally for a K-12 charter school or third-party curriculum developer that works with charter schools;
- 5+ years of experience as a teacher or school leader, with demonstrated success in driving achievement for all students;
- Strong understanding of instructional design and student learning and development, with the ability to design age-appropriate tasks and assessments aligned to clear learning outcomes;
- Fluency using AI tools, including the ability to refine prompts, assess the quality and limitations of outputs, apply sound judgment to their use, and teach these skills to others;
- Demonstrated skill in analyzing student work and achievement data including using data to inform instructional strategies and drive continuous improvement;
- Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly;
- Strong independent work habits, attention to detail, and follow-through, with the ability to manage tight deadlines;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across a range of stakeholders;
- Deep commitment to DREAM’s mission, values, and graduate vision, with a strong belief in the power of families as partners and leaders.
Benefits and Paid Time Off
We offer comprehensive benefits including:
- Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children;
- The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee’s needs;
- Dental and vision plans;
- Disability benefits;
- Life insurance;
- Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave;
- Flexible spending account options;
- Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit);
- Fitness and entertainment discounts;
- A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP);
- A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment;
- Access to a professional development fund;
- Referral bonuses;
- All full-time Network Support employees are eligible for approximately 48 days off throughout the year including holidays, sick days, personal days and summer Fridays;
- Benefits are subject to change.
Compensation
DREAM offers a competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for an annual performance-based increase. The incoming salary range for this position is $125,000 to $140,000 per year. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary closer to the start of the range depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role. All staff are eligible for annual performance-based increases. Because we value staff tenure in each role, we do not currently cap salary ranges.
Working Expectations
- Ideal Start Date: February 1, 2026
- The Director of AI Fluency is part of the Innovation Team, which currently works 3 days in the office and up to 2 days remote per week, with some weeks requiring more in-person work.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission.
From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
Come dream with us.
Applying to DREAM
We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!
DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.
New York, NY – Multi-Site | Network Support Team – Innovation Team | Full-Time | Hybrid
