27 Curriculum jobs

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Occupational Therapist will work across multiple Rocketship school sites under the direct supervision of the ISE Director. Rocketship Occupational Therapists are responsible for providing both direct and indirect support to students, families, and staff members in order to ensure high-quality programming for students with disabilities. Responsibilities Lead specialized assessments related to sensory-motor development; write quality, compliant assessment reports Attend IEP meetings; present assessment findings to the team Develop IEP goals and objectives, as well as treatment plans Provide high-quality and evidence based occupational therapy services Assist in the implementation of assessment recommendations as needed Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities Assist in providing in-service training to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals Assist in providing consultation and advisement to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the general and special education programs as appropriate Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate Provide support and guidance to the organization as a member of the ISE Network Support Team Maintain a compliant practice Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator Requirements Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited four year college or university and have a valid OT license from the state of Wisconsin and DPI. Experience working with elementary-age students (preferred) Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) Excellent written and oral communication skills Embrace the mission of Rocketship Education Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving. Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid driver's license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Our Multi-Tier Systems Support (MTSS) Team serves all students, including across all disabilities (mild, moderate, and severe), through an innovative approach that includes coaching and deep partnership with our general education partners, integrated special education (ISE) partners, school leaders, and related service providers. To best serve our Rocketeers and meet their needs, we work to serve students across all areas of need: academic, social-emotional, and behavior. Position Summary Rocketship School Psychology Interns are responsible for providing both direct and indirect support to students, families, and staff members in order to ensure high quality programming for students with disabilities. Based in San Jose, CA and reporting to the Associate Director of Social Emotional Learning, the School Psychologist Intern, will play a critical role in ensuring we are meeting our Child Find obligation. At Rocketship Public Schools, our psychs and psych interns serve a small number of elementary schools. A typical day includes attending pre-referral meetings, initial/triennial assessment, behavior consultation, direct and indirect support of students receiving social emotional intervention, and supporting school leaders in implementing MTSS systems. Our schools utilize a meaningful inclusion model for special education, so an integral part of the day-to-day work is supporting teams in creating plans that allow all students, regardless of disability, to spend the majority of their day in the general education classroom. Essential Functions Duties will include, but not be limited to: Lead psycho-educational and formal behavior assessments; write quality, compliant assessment reports. Attend IEP meetings; present assessment findings to the team. Assist in the implementation of assessment recommendations as needed. Participate in the pre-referral process and provide consultation to school teams regarding intervention supports for struggling students. Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities. Assist in providing consultation and advice to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the general and special educational programs as appropriate. Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate. Maintain a compliant practice. Participate in frequent, direct and indirect, supervision with Rocketship's Manager of Psychological Services as well as other members of the school psych team Some campuses may require consultation, collaboration, creation, and implementation of 504 plans Some campuses may require additional consultation around social emotional and behavioral systems and structures Some campuses may require additional counseling and other intervention supports Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the Associate Director of SEL Required Qualifications Enrollment in a Masters and Credentialing Program for School Psychology (NASP highly preferred) Bilingual, Spanish (preferred) Experience working in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (highly preferred) Experience working with elementary-age students (preferred) Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) (highly preferred) Excellent written and oral communication skills Commitment to Rocketship's special education inclusion model and overall mission to close the achievement gap within our lifetime. Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving. Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines. Possession of a valid California driver's license (or applicable state equivalent): willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites. Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

Dent Education is seeking to hire a Curriculum & Program Manager to design curriculum, manage and launch student programs, and develop our program pipeline. Dent programs empower Baltimore teens to be creative problem solvers, makers, and entrepreneurs. Whether it's using a laser cutter to build custom jewelry, using Adobe Illustrator to design a flyer for a local business, or using a digital audio workstation to produce a podcast or song, Denters experience their ability to dream up an idea and turn it into real impact. They apply design thinking to understand needs, brainstorm solutions, and launch real ventures. We believe in economic empowerment as a means to promote equity and agency; Denters earn money or receive funding in all of our programs.  Our goal is for students to realize their potential to make a dent in the universe, achieve upward mobility, and live with agency. You will: Design and teach curriculum  Create curricular materials, lesson plans, program roadmaps, track syllabi, and supports that are culturally-relevant, challenging, and compelling to students and easy-to-use for coaches.  We have a deep understanding of what we teach; you will help us design the how. Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to operationalize programs Organize all curriculum materials and resources into an easy-to-navigate system Seek feedback routinely from students, coaches, partners, and families   Train Coaches and Fellows to implement Dent curriculum  Manage the execution of and operations for school-year programs Develop outcomes, curriculum, budget and structure for programs Launch and prototype new programs Manage and recruit the students and staff to run school-year programs  Build relationships with and guide students as they create, develop Mindsets, and grow ventures  Build out pipeline of programs for Denters over the years Develop the pipeline of programs, engagement, and opportunities for a Denter from 8th grade through 5 years post-high school Co-create a system for impact measurement of each program over time Adapt as needed to improve student outcomes As an early stage social enterprise, your role will flex with Dent’s needs and your capabilities  You are: Organized, a backwards planner, and able to craft clarity Curious about how our students learn and what motivates them Unwavering in your belief in each student’s potential Passionate about Dent’s mission, mindsets, and commitment to equity An optimistic self-starter who is comfortable owning projects and pivoting when needed Resilient in the face of adversity with an ability to troubleshoot when problems arise Able to give & receive direct feedback Bonus Points for Applicants who:   At least two years of experience in teaching, curriculum creation, and/or youth development  Have a relevant Master’s Degree Are from Baltimore and/or possess a strong awareness of the city’s social and cultural landscape  Have experience leading projects that intentionally promote equity, social justice, and racial justice Have experience teaching design thinking and/or entrepreneurship Have taught or launched a project relevant to the skills taught in our 6 tracks You’ll get: To build meaningful relationships with youth and join them on a journey of self-exploration and growth To join and shape a mission-driven startup with a talented and motivated team  To develop as an educator, curriculum designer, design thinker, maker, innovator, manager, and entrepreneur To create scalable curriculum and programs that will impact hundreds of teens in Baltimore and beyond  To ensure our programs not only catalyze student potential, but create tangible, long-term outcomes Logistics, Salary, & Benefits This is a full-time role based in Baltimore, MD. Start date would ideally be week of April 27* but can be flexible Salary is in the range of $42,000-$50,000 based on experience and expertise.  Benefits include: Healthcare coverage Flexible vacation policy all national holidays observed $500 annual professional development stipend Employee Assistance Program for you + your family including mental health and legal support through BHS   To Apply Please apply using this link . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early! Priority deadline: April 6, 2020  Explore our website in advance for more information about our work: www.denteducation.org .  Dent Education’s Mission Dent Education promotes equity by empowering under-resourced youth to discover and develop their innate creative potential to shape the world around them.  The Dent Mindsets  The Dent Mindsets are the foundation of our organization. The goal of all programs is to develop these mindsets in our students. It’s not only what we teach, but also how our team operates. Our Mindsets are: We see problems as opportunities We ask why? We listen deeply We take action We fail fast and keep learning Application Steps & Potential Timeline* Applications submissions until April 6 Rolling video interviews until April 10 Work product submissions until April 17 In-person interviews until April 24 Decision announced & potential retreat with Dent team week of April 27 *Please apply even if parts of this timeline don’t work for your schedule. We are flexible and know much is changing! Dent Education is an equal opportunity employer and seeks individuals to apply without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, sexual orientation, socio-economic class, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Our Multi-Tier Systems Support (MTSS) Team serves all students, including across all disabilities (mild, moderate, and severe), through an innovative approach that includes coaching and deep partnership with our general education partners, integrated special education (ISE) partners, school leaders, and related service providers. To best serve our Rocketeers and meet their needs, we work to serve students across all areas of need: academic, social-emotional, and behavior. Position Summary: Based in San Jose, CA and reporting to the Associate Director of Social Emotional Learning, the mental health provider will provide direct educationally related mental health services directly to students in special education, related mental health services to general education students, as well as providing consultation and coaching to school leaders and teachers regarding issues of trauma, mental health, behavior, and community resources. The Mental Health Provider will serve one to two school sites which may include schools in San Jose, Redwood City, Concord, or Antioch. The Mental Health Provider will partner closely with school psychologists, behavior intervention specialists, special education case managers, school leaders, general education teachers and program specialists to conduct mental health assessments, provide direct mental health services, and support with ongoing implementation and coaching of strategies to help students succeed in their classrooms. The Mental Health Provider may also be involved in crisis level support and creation of safety plans for students with more significant safety concerns, as well as delivering professional development to Rocketship staff. This position requires previous training and experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs. It requires a commitment to serving students and a desire to think critically and creatively about how to support challenging behaviors in the general education classroom setting. Essential Functions: Duties will include, but not be limited to: Create treatment plans and goals to address educationally related mental health service for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning environments for students at all Tiers (Social Skills Groups, Gen-Ed Counseling, ERMHS related services). Monitor student progress toward IEP goal attainment (for ERMHS services) using special education database system (SEIS). Provide culturally appropriate and sensitive school-based mental health services in the forms of individual, group, and family treatment, therapeutic case management, crisis intervention, and consultation services as required by the student's IEP or general education plan. Provide crisis intervention for both general education students and special education students as needed. Collaborate with and be a part of any coordinated meetings (IEP meetings for students on caseload, SST meetings, MTSS meetings) as the mental health professional. Provide consultation with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the student's program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home. Maintain relationships and effectively communicate with school leaders, teachers, and parents in all facets of the position. Adhere to IDEA timelines and California Education Code compliance law. Provide professional development trainings to school staff as-needed regarding best practices in trauma-informed education, social-emotional supports, crisis intervention, and community resources. Lead on MTSS practices at the campus. Maintain a close working relationship with other members of the Network Support ISE Team (NeST-Rocketship's centralized office that operates in support of its schools and regions) to ensure exchange of best practices, coordination of efforts, and general support for the Integrated Special Education department. Serve as a coach in regards to mental health and trauma informed practices (SEL, crisis and de-escalation, trauma informed practices at Tier 1 level). Provide in-the-moment-coaching to staff around these practices. Lead parent trainings to teach skills in regards to supporting a student's mental health and social emotional learning. Serve as the mental health professional on the PBIS Team. Play an active role in ensuring the team uses data to create and address plans to further the campus around positive behavior incentive systems. Ensure the Integrated Psychological Services Team is viewed as positive supports to the organization's mission that are fully aligned with Rocketship's Core Characteristics (Innovation, Pursuit of Excellence, Authenticity, Community, and Tenacity), and not as bureaucratic obstacles to serving the needs of the students. Required Qualifications Required: Possession of counseling licensure (or intern) as dictated by the California Board of Behavioral and Social Sciences or relevant state licensing board Master's Degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy PPS Credential in School Counseling (highly preferred) At least one year of experience (2+ years preferred) providing mental health services in school-based settings Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) (highly preferred) Familiarity with special education, IEP team participation and educationally related mental health services and the delivery of such services (highly preferred) Commitment to Rocketship's special education inclusion model and overall mission to close the achievement gap within our lifetime Familiarity with socio-emotional learning competencies, trauma informed education practices, multi-tiered systems of supports (MTSS), and restorative practices a plus Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid California driver's license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites (mileage reimbursed) Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Regional Achievement Manager will build instructional staff capacity and elevate student achievement in the region, balancing consistency across Rocketship Public Schools with the unique needs of each school and region. The regional achievement manager will work with a subset of approximately 3-5 schools. The position will report to the Director of Schools. Essential Functions: Design Work in partnership with cross functional teams to develop Rocketship resources, including but not limited to, unit and lesson plans, model videos, professional development, skill labs, and data analysis tools. Essential Functions: Coaching Coach schools in your portfolio in priority areas, such as close reading, phonics, guided reading, STEM core lesson, STEM corrective instruction, etc. Facilitate ongoing training, coaching, and professional development for school leaders and teachers to build the capacity and skills of instructional staff and school leaders Provide regular, in-person coaching and other support to school leaders as they conduct formal classroom observations, and provide feedback to teachers and school leaders Work in partnership with Directors of Schools, Humanities and STEM teams, to provide additional professional development and coaching. Essential Functions: Data Driven Leadership and Planning Assess the effectiveness of implementation of academic priorities and identify greatest instructional levers for student engagement growth, and proficiency. This includes supporting school leaders and building teacher capacity to analyze student data (e.g. STEP and MAP) to determine instructional response. Support timely and complete execution of regional and network assessments (i.e. STEP, MAP, SBAC, Cumulative and Interim Assessments) Maintain a close working relationship with other members of the Network Support Team (NeST-Rocketship's centralized office that operates in support of its schools and regions), especially Achievement and Analytics teams to ensure alignment of expectations, deep knowledge of resources, and coordination of efforts. Supplemental Responsibilities Monitor regional state, district and authorizer accountability requirements related to academic achievement including communications with local agencies and coordination with school and network teams to ensure teams are informed about implications of requirements. Support the Schools Team in design, implementation and assessment, toward initiatives that improve student academic outcomes. Qualifications At least 2 years of classroom teaching experience, with a demonstrated track record of excellent student achievement results. At least 2 years of school leadership experience, with a demonstrated record of successfully managing adults towards achievement outcomes preferred. Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Schools Team The Schools Team is chiefly responsible for bringing about the vision of our Rocketship network in helping to build, refine, and support excellent schools, instruction, and our parent advocacy, community, and engagement. Through the direct management of and partnership with our Principals, the Schools Team is able to directly influence this vision and ensure we constantly realize and pursue excellence at our schools and within our communities. The Schools Team also directly influences and at times manages School Leader development in all aspects of their role as well as developing the vision and structures that ensure Principals, Assistant Principals, and Office Managers are most effectively leading teachers and building community amongst their parents and families and as a result students to the best outcomes possible. The Schools Team focuses on the following elements: -Deep support and development of School Leaders -Developing, refining, and maintaining unified structures & vision to operate at the highest level -Developing highly skilled teachers--instructionally & with parent partnerships The Role This individual will be a key strategic leader on the Schools Team and will directly manage 2-5 of our transformational Principals. In this role the Director of Schools (DOS) will ensure that Rocketship schools remain a model for instructional excellence both in regards to student outcomes on multiple measures (literacy, math, science, social-emotional, etc.) as well as continuing to serve all students through a culture rooted in inclusion of special education students and rigorous support of a Positive Behavior Interventions & Support structure. The successful candidate will ensure that Rocketship maintains a culture that puts our Rocketeers first and ensures outstanding support to our schools, school leaders, teachers, and entire school team while also ensuring a strong partnership with the Network Support Team (NeST). He or she will combine a capacity for systems-level and strategic thinking, deep instructional knowledge, careful attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills in building relationships with critical internal and external stakeholders. During the 2020-21 school year, the Fort Worth Director of Schools will spend significant time in the Bay Area learning our model and meeting with key stakeholders. Essential to the success of the region is a close collaboration and partnership between the regional leadership team, inclusive of the Regional Superintendent and Director of Schools, and the broader Rocketship network staff (NeST), including leaders in parent leadership and organization and Family Recruitment. The Director of Schools (DOS) delivers on the promise to our students, families, and communities by ensuring effectively led schools that facilitate achievement of all students. Roles and Responsibilities Build, develop, and lead a high performing team of mission-critical principals toward exceptional outcomes for students, families, and staff. These responsibilities include: Manage 2-5 Principals through weekly meetings to determine and assess school and principal priorities Provide guidance to Principals on effective management of Assistant Principals, Teachers, Office Managers, and Business Operations Managers in order to realize strong outcomes for students and families while also realizing strong levels of staff satisfaction and retention Work with Principals to analyze unit and interim assessment data across the entire campus and ensure next steps are completed during each data cycle Build and execute Principal and Assistant Principal development Oversee the development and execution of each school's strategic plans and ensure key targets are met, facilitating additional professional development (i.e. sessions, 1:1s, experiences, etc) when necessary Analyze and action plan around: student achievement data, observation and coaching data, and schools target data Plan and conduct weekly 1:1 meetings, classroom observations, SL team meeting observations, and school strategic plan stepbacks Work with principals to set teacher professional development priorities for the year, break them down to cycles aligned to data and school needs, and implement programming Develop and conduct highly effective mid- and end-of-year performance evaluations Work with principals to ensure that they continue to implement rituals and practices that deepen parent engagement and investment while also creating/sustaining a welcoming school-culture for families Support principals on budget management Ensure that goals are met in regards to parent engagement, especially in parents realizing goals around volunteer hours, parent conferences, and home visits Directly or indirectly support escalated school site issues Serve as a regional and community leader in region in partnership with Regional Superintendent: Set and drive regional strategic priorities with Regional Superintendent Hire, manage, and develop instructional and operational regional staff members Support collaboration with local education-related partnerships Partner with Regional Superintendent to support board engagement Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with neighborhood stakeholders and community organizations Collaborate with national team to mitigate any potential challenges to the successful operation of schools Serve as a network leader and a strategic counselor and thought partner to other members of the Schools Team: Collaborate with the network Achievement team to ensure that schools are receiving necessary instructional supports and that priorities are being fully executed on each campus Drive collaboration with all national functional teams who work with principals including but not limited to operations, finance, compliance, talent and HR, marketing and communications, and analytics. Help design outstanding site-based and network-wide professional development Problem-solve solutions to challenges common to all schools in network Serve as lead staff for school-level hiring including: Partner with the national Talent team to develop systems necessary to successfully source and hire qualified individuals for positions such as Teachers, Office Managers, Business Operations Managers, and Individualized Learning Specialists within the region Guide all hiring decisions for teachers and school leaders within the cluster of schools, with an eye toward building strong, balanced teams across the network Build a strong organizational culture that is aligned with the whole Rocketship organization and ensures that ALL schools are successful Qualifications 2-4 years of experience serving as a Principal in a high-performing charter or district environment with strong student achievement results 2-4 additional years of successful teaching/instructional expertise with a record of strong achievement results 2 or more years managing other principals with a track record of strong student achievement results (preferred) A minimum of a Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in Education or related field strongly preferred Experience working with elementary-age students (strongly preferred) Excellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is constantly evolving. Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines. Experience and demonstrated track record in managing principals/schools towards high student achievement outcomes preferred. Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Occupational Therapist will work across multiple Rocketship school sites under the direct supervision of the OT Program Manager. Rocketship Occupational Therapists are responsible for providing both direct and indirect support to students, families, and staff members in order to ensure high-quality programming for students with disabilities. Responsibilities Lead specialized assessments related to sensory-motor development; write quality, compliant assessment reports Attend IEP meetings; present assessment findings to the team Develop IEP goals and objectives, as well as treatment plans Provide high-quality and evidence based occupational therapy services Assist in the implementation of assessment recommendations as needed Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities Assist in providing in-service training to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals Assist in providing consultation and advisement to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the general and special education programs as appropriate Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate Provide support and guidance to the organization as a member of the ISE Network Support Team Maintain a compliant practice Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator Requirements Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited four year college or university and have a valid license of proficiency in occupational therapy services issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy Experience working with elementary-age students (preferred) Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) Excellent written and oral communication skills Embrace the mission of Rocketship Education Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving. Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid driver's license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Occupational Therapist will work across multiple Rocketship school sites under the direct supervision of the OT Program Manager. Rocketship Occupational Therapists are responsible for providing both direct and indirect support to students, families, and staff members in order to ensure high-quality programming for students with disabilities. Responsibilities Lead specialized assessments related to sensory-motor development; write quality, compliant assessment reports Attend IEP meetings; present assessment findings to the team Develop IEP goals and objectives, as well as treatment plans Provide high-quality and evidence based occupational therapy services Assist in the implementation of assessment recommendations as needed Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities Assist in providing in-service training to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals Assist in providing consultation and advisement to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the general and special education programs as appropriate Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate Provide support and guidance to the organization as a member of the ISE Network Support Team Maintain a compliant practice Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator Requirements Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited four year college or university and have a valid license of proficiency in occupational therapy services issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy Experience working with elementary-age students (preferred) Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) Excellent written and oral communication skills Embrace the mission of Rocketship Education Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving. Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid driver's license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

Aldine ISD is focused on ensuring that every child starts elementary school with the essential academic, social, and emotional skills he or she needs to thrive in school and beyond. The Early Learning Executive Director will help make this vision a reality by executing the district’s strategic priorities of increasing access to quality early childhood education opportunities in the district. The Early Learning Executive Director will work with the Chief of Schools to develop and execute an early learning vision for Aldine ISD. The Early Learning Executive Director will be tasked with the overall strategy, goal-setting, and execution of aligning early childhood initiatives with larger district goals and initiatives. This person will lead the consistent communication of executive level decisions and how they will influence the early childhood infrastructure of the district. Responsibilities of this position will also include program development and evaluation, partner management, and community outreach and collaboration. About Aldine ISD Aldine Independent School District is located 17 miles north of downtown Houston, Texas. It encompasses more than 111 square miles of land in both urban and rural environments. The district’s student population exceeds 65,000. In addition, our student population is ethnically rich, and our staff demographics are as diverse as our students. The needs of our students are also diverse. Around 85% of our students are classified as economically disadvantaged. The district employs more than 10,000 people in a variety of roles.  Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration or a field appropriate to assignment from an accredited college or university; Valid Texas Mid-Management, Principal, or Superintendent Certification or out of state equivalent certification and the ability to obtain Texas Certification required Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.  Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to demonstrate strong internal and external support for Aldine ISD Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences  Excellent knowledge and understanding of all facets of public school operations, particularly the area of early childhood education Highly effective organizational and consensus building skills  Knowledge and understanding of school district policies and procedures  Ability to adapt department to a changing work environment and to continuously improve operations Knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution and facilitation skills Experience: Minimum three years successful teaching experience, preferably experience with early childhood or primary grades Minimum five years of experience at the district leadership level as principal or district-level administrative leader   Experience in design and execution of high-quality early learning environments  Instructional and Program Management Design and implement a program to improve outcomes for young children Supports campus principals by ensuring the District provides the necessary tools, support systems, and institutional capabilities to improve student performance; including kindergarten readiness Identify, coordinate, and ensure primary schools are provided with specialized training supports to staff of early learners utilizing the latest research on successful classroom techniques for improving cognitive development and social-emotional health of children in primary schools Serves at the liaison between the primary schools and departments within the District Work collaboratively with District leaders on a data-driven infrastructure plan to improve student access an Aldine ISD Pre-K program Work collaboratively with school leadership, assistant superintendents, and the Teaching and Learning Department to improve the quality of the early childhood program Establish a collaborative relationship with all departments and external providers to ensure support of early childhood academic, fiscal, training, and facility needs Protect and enhance the health and safety of all students enrolled in primary schools Provide leaders updated information and research pertinent to the operation of primary schools Provide input in the process of district budget planning  Assist in the development of district-wide goals, objectives, and procedures Exercise proactive leadership on promoting the vision and mission of the District Policy, Reports, Law Ensure early childhood programs comply with TEA, state, federal and School Board policies and law, regulations and requirements Direct the development and maintenance of early childhood records and reports as are necessary to keep the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees, and other district leaders informed of the district’s progress and future plans Maintain campus progress update reports Monitor enrollment in pre-kindergarten programs Professional Growth and Development Improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities on a continuous basis Represent Aldine ISD on department-specific matters at the national, state, regional, and local levels Other Coordinates special projects as assigned Performs other duties as assigned Supervision of assigned staff  The Executive Director of Early Learning’s evaluation is a responsibility resting with the Chief of Schools. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.  It is the policy of Aldine ISD not to discriminate or engage in harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational and vocational programs, services or activities or matters related to employment as required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Age Discrimination in Employment Act; Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

TNTP seeks a full- time Effectiveness  Coach , Math or Science  to join the   Louisiana Regional Team. This position will be based in  Louisiana  and is available immediately with some flexibility on start timing.   Frequent travel  up to  4 0%, primarily throughout the state of Louisiana ,  required.     Who We Are    TNTP is a national nonprofit founded by teachers that believes our nation’s public schools can offer all children an excellent education. Today we’re a diverse team from a wide range of fields, united by a fierce commitment to helping school systems end educational inequality and achieve their goals for students. We work at every level of the public education system to attract and train talented teachers and school leaders, ensure rigorous and engaging classrooms, and create environments that prioritize great teaching and accelerate student learning.   Staff  i n TNTP's  Consulting Division  work alongside teachers, school leaders, districts and states to help them achieve the ir goals for students. O ur Louisiana regional team works across urban and suburban parishes in the state as well as, traditional school districts, independent charter schools and charter networks. Our team is diverse and bring a wide range of expertise across content areas. We are proud of the work we get the opportunity for students across the state.      What You’ll Do    As an Effectiveness Coach you will play a critical role in TNTP's teacher development initiatives  and academic consulting wor k . You will be responsible for the performance of the teachers  on your contracts , developing teachers to reach their full potential as well as the design and facilitation of relevant curriculum and instruction-centered professional development    Here are some examples of what an Effectiveness Coach might do:      Develop and execut e  a data-driven and comprehensive coaching strategy that supports retention and improved performance of teachers in multiple schools, networks, and districts across a variety of contracts within the region.       Communicate and collaborate to support teacher development with key stakeholders – partners, principals, and other  Louisiana  team staff    Develop teachers in a turnaround setting through direct coaching and training, ensuring they rapidly improve their performance    Identify innovative solutions for improving teachers overall performance to meet contract goals    Design Louisiana Student Standards-aligned, content-specific sessions for teacher professional  developmen t    Play a supporting role in TNTP’s teacher development initiatives, proposing and crafting long-term, Common Core aligned teacher development strategies and services       What You Bring    We are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change children’s lives through education. You’ll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level.     We expect the Effectiveness Coach to:    Have classroom experience.  You have at least two years of  Math or Science   teaching experience ,  preferably in a high-need school ,  and a proven track record of raising student achievement  (required).      Understand quality curriculum and instruction  You have strong familiarity and expertise with the Common Core State Standards and/or the Louisiana student standards , and have experience working with  and coaching others using  Tier 1  curriculum  (highly preferred).     Know great teaching when they see it.  Whether you are watching a teacher deliver a lesson or looking at student performance data, you can identify where that teacher is effective and what s/he needs to do to improve immediately and in the long-term.    Develop teachers.  You track and analyze teacher data, but it’s what you do with it that really has an impact. Based on your data analysis and what you see in the classroom, you identify new approaches to improve teacher performance under a quick timeline.    Have stage presence.  We’re counting on your strong facilitation skills and ability to expertly lead teacher professional development.    Be comfortable with the unknown.  Ambiguity doesn’t scare you; just the opposite, you thrive on it. You are flexible and comfortable adapting your work to maximize your impact on students, the teachers you coach and your team.    Build meaningful relationships .   You look for opportunities to connect with  others to find out what really makes them  tick and  use those relationships as a strong foundation in your shared work, whether with a teacher, your teammates, or school and system leaders.       Embrace cross-cultural agility.   Authentic self-reflection, self- awareness, and high emotional intelligence are central to who you are, and you utilize these skills to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. You have an adept cultural understanding of yourself and use your understanding of yourself and others to build trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.        What We Offer    TNTP offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position with the potential for an annual performance-based bonus. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, commuter benefits, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan with employer matching. We also offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day. TNTP may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.          To Apply     Please submit your online application through Workday .  The   priority  application deadline  for this position  is  January 17th , 20 20 . After that date, applications will be considered on a rolling basis.    TNTP is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. TNTP does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment  on the basis of  race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of TNTP, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.   

About College Track College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the academic, financial, and social-emotional barriers that prevent low-income and first-generation students from earning their college degree. In 1997, we started with 25 students in East Palo Alto, and today, we have ten centers located in underserved communities across California, Colorado, Louisiana, and the D.C. Metro Area with more than 3,000 students on the path to upward social mobility. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact   College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.   Our Values   At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.   Position Overview   The mission of the Academic Affairs Director role is to ensure the high academic achievement of all College Track students so they matriculate to and graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. Additionally, this position is responsible for implementing a high quality Academic Affairs program, managing the Academic Affairs budget, partnering with school staff to best serve students, and effectively managing full time and part-time staff members to achieve site goals. Primary Responsibilities Include: Program Development and Implementation: Lead, design and implement high quality academic programs that result in significant gains in GPA, ACT and math readiness. Successfully implement programs and services including tutoring, summer programming, case management and ACT preparation.  Individual Student Planning and Monitoring: Assess student data continuously and provide meaningful interventions to ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in a four-year college. Staff Management: Hire, manage and develop a team of full-time and part-time employees who are highly effective in achieving site goals.  High School and Community Outreach and Engagement: Develop strong and formalized partnerships with schools, district, families and community partners that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the education landscape and community, and understand impact on our students.  Financial and Resource Management: Manage the Academic Affairs program budget. Develop and oversee academic resources, including tutoring support, ACT preparation, workshop instruction, academic advising, student case management, and support for the college admission process. Projects as assigned by the Site Director.   Skills & Experience Required   Minimum 3-5 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and has an empathetic approach to challenging conversations Experience in hiring, developing and supporting talent. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence Experience navigating and achieving strong student results in urban public education systems. Skilled at relationship building with students, families and schools. Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Manages people, project and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact. Skilled at analyzing student data and developing targeted interventions Spanish language fluency preferred. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass College Track’s drivers clearance processrequired. Minimum 4-year college degree (Master’s Degree preferred)    Compensation & Benefits College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off. To Apply Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.       College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

About College Track College Track is a college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. We serve over 2,400 high school and college students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, New Orleans, Colorado, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Ninety-four percent of our high school seniors have been accepted to four-year colleges and our college students are graduating at a rate that is 2.5 times the national average for low-income students. Our Commitment From the summer before ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond. Our Values At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.   Position Overview   Reporting to the Academic Affairs Director, the Academic Affairs Manager is responsible for driving significant academic gains and ensuring college eligibility among students who are not on track to succeed in college. S/he identifies and manages a caseload of students who are not on track for college eligibility, creates individualized intervention plans and continuously monitors progress. Additionally, this position is responsible for planning and managing an academic program focused on skill gaps that leads to significant gains in GPA, ACT and credit accumulation for targeted students. This individual has direct accountability for meeting the organization’s bottom line goals in the following areas: academic readiness, GPA, college eligibility, attendance, and student retention.   Primary Responsibilities Include: Ensure College Eligibility of Students: Lead and support a caseload of students who are not on track for college eligibility; create individualized intervention plans for each student and continuously monitor progress. Hire and manage part-time academic mentors and credit recovery tutors to support the success of our students. High Quality Programming: Plan and manage an academic program focused on skill gaps that leads to significant gains in GPA, ACT and credit accumulation. Additionally, implement appropriate school year programming, ensuring students earn a 3.0 or higher GPA and reach math and English readiness goals on the ACT. Collaborate with academic team to implement summer programs and evaluate potential resources to ensure alignment with student needs. Family and School Engagement: Collaborate with schools, families, and stakeholders to develop improvement plans to ensure student success. Lead family conferences each semester for On Track students. Develop strong relationships with teachers and counselors and act as a resource for students and parents in regards to IEPs and 504 plans, school conferences and grade collection. New Projects as assigned by the Academic Affairs Director and Site Director. Skills & Experience Required Minimum 2-3 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Strong sense of possibility; approaches new challenges with optimism. Holds the highest expectations for students Skilled at relationship building with students, families and schools. Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Demonstrated success in analyzing student data and developing targeted, data driven interventions Desire to understand each individual’s barrier to success and experience in creating individualized action plans Manages people, project and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Minimum 4-year college degree     Compensation & Benefits College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off. To Apply Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application.  We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.     College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. 

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Rocketship Los Dichos Lead Parent serves as positive role model within the school community. The Lead Parent abides by school policies, treats members of the school community with respect, and answers questions about the Los Dichos Program when asked. Essential Functions Facilitate or co-facilitate multiple Parent Trainings once per month (majority half hour sessions). Material preparation. Prepare all Los Dichos materials prior to each reading (photocopies, cutting, sorting, and more) and reset the reading/activity materials in between each reading session. Data entry. Record and highlight the names of the volunteer readers into a tracker on the computer. Qualifications Passion for working with children. Previous experience or training working with youth Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Education Flexibility and a willingness to learn At least High School diploma or equivalent. Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: [email protected] Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.