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TNTP seeks a Selector supporting our work with New York City Charter Schools. This part-time position requires in-person selection activities at events in March through August 2019 within NYC.    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. Teachers for NYC Charter Schools is a network of non-profit public charter schools working to bring great teachers to kids and communities across New York City. We help talented teaching candidates find a school that fits their skills and career goals—and we give them a leg up in the hiring process by helping them identify and communicate their skills and life experiences to schools who will value them. What You’ll Do Selectors are responsible for assessing candidates’ presented demonstration lessons and integration of feedback against a set list of criteria in order to determine which candidates are extended an offer to join our program. The process involves facilitating and watching a demonstration lesson and classroom management activity, summarizing your assessments of candidate evidence, and assigning a final quality score and recommendation for that candidate.   Specifically, Selectors will be expected to:  Attend 4-6 in-person interview events over the course of the season to conduct in-person interviews with teaching candidates (typically 1-2 events each month).   Utilize rubrics to assess candidate performance and a set list of selection criteria to determine which candidates to recommend for the program Enter ratings and summaries of candidate assessments in our applicant management system, TeacherTrack2 Meet workflow commitments and demonstrate timeliness in entering results Participate in virtual trainings prior to in-person interview days (including pre-work, and self-guided trainings) Participate in regular norming activities (1-2 hours/month), and respond to feedback provided by your manager 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 learn from failure and overcome adversity, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.  Qualifications Experience interviewing and/or working with selection rubrics (strongly preferred, does not need to be specifically for teaching positions) Familiarity with education and high-need schools (preferred) Strong written communication skills Effective verbal communication skills Ability to quickly process new information and think critically Ability to make informed decisions Extraordinary attention to detail An open attitude to feedback with the ability to quickly make necessary changes A computer or tablet you can bring to events What We Offer Selectors will be paid at an hourly rate of $25/hour.  We offer generous 403(b) matching contributions for eligible staff, access to virtual healthcare (copays apply), discounted pet insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits in NYC and D.C., referral bonuses and other employee discounts. We also offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day.    Time Commitment  Selectors can expect to work 4-6 events total from March through August 2019.  Each event will be approximate 4 hours long.  Below are the dates for the selection events. They will run about 4-8pm, except where noted. There is a chance we may shift one of the April or May events to a Saturday, depending on the demand from candidates for weekend events. All will be held within Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Please be sure you are able to commit to at least 4 total dates when applying.  March 14th, 2019 March 30th, 2019 (Saturday event, 8:30am-12:30pm) April 10th, 2019 April 25th, 2019 May 8th, 2019 May 21st, 2019 There will be two additional events each month in June, July, and August, dates to be determined.  To Apply Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online.  In your cover letter, please outline any specific experiences you have working with assessment rubrics, addressing why you are interested in TNTP and how your experience has prepared you for this position.   It’s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.   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, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn More TNTP:  www.tntp.org   Life at TNTP: http://tntp.org/about-tntp/our-people 

Understood is looking for a product manager to collaborate in creating a new platform for Educators. This person will help us build best-in-class products that drive impact and create lasting, meaningful change in the lives of the 1 in 5.  We will do this by building the knowledge, skills, and mindsets educators need to ensure the 1 in are successful. We are looking for a self-starter to help us accomplish this work. The ideal product manager is collaborative, innovative, detail oriented and empathetic to the needs and experiences of the people we serve.  This position will partner closely in product ideation, discovery, and execution and will work with our program, engineering, search, data and analytics teams. The platform will include informational content for educators served via a content management system (CMS), as well as professional development content modules served through a learning management system (LMS) or built in house. Key Responsibilities Improve the impact of Understood's digital resources by identifying product improvements; conducting research; generating product requirements; determining specifications and production timetables; performing light project management, and collaborating with the Educator program lead to ensure the best and most impactful experience for our users. Works with the VP Product to support and drive the product strategy, including but not limited to: Using research to ideate and validate product needs Helping create and translate product strategy and roadmap into detailed requirements, wireframes and prototypes. Owning backlog grooming, ensuring that tasks are fully realized to ensure successful results. Working closely with the engineering team by creating user stories, clearing roadblocks, and ensuring stakeholder needs are being implemented. Analyzing and making recommendations for whether to build or use 3rd party vendors for our needs (LMS, for example). Being mindful that the voice of our Teacher Fellows, education cohort/partners and educator community is echoed throughout the product development process. This includes the consistent practice of incorporating user feedback into the development loop through various market testing and research projects as needed. Ensuring that accessibility remains a top priority, aligning with  Universal Design for Learning. Helping validate product hypotheses with surveys, A/B testing, etc. Supporting and guiding new product execution by developing time-integrated plans with engineering, UX design, content, marketing, and partnership teams. Keep the multi-discipline teams coordinated and on track in launches and enhancements. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies. Requirements Minimum of 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience 2+ years of education-related experience along with 2+ years product  management experience                and/or 2+ years of education tech product management experience Experience in a nonprofit; in a software company; in the area of business strategy; and/or as a tech entrepreneur.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proven track record of contributing to and delivering new products and features that helped your company grow. Ability to work with a team, accomplishing related results as needed. A thorough familiarity with Agile software development methodologies. A strong desire to work hard in a small, fast-growing organization doing whatever it takes to move organizational priorities forward. Belief in the potential of the 1 in 5; alignment with Understood’s mission.   Understood’s mission is to make a positive difference for the 70 Million plus individuals in the United States with learning and attention issues. To achieve a positive impact for the 1 in 5 individuals with learning and attention issues, our efforts require an integrated focus on five key drivers: The individual with learning and attention issues from early childhood through adulthood. The parents (or caregivers) of the individual, who play the most powerful support role in individuals’ development. The educators, who are critical in the development of the individual from early childhood to becoming an adult. The employer, who needs to be engaged and enabling in the individual’s successful transition to adulthood. The entire population (5 in 5), who need to be aware and accepting (without stigma) of people with learning and attention differences.   For additional information on learning and attention issues, including ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia, executive functioning issues, nonverbal learning disabilities, processing issues and more, please visit  www.understood.org .

Civic Builders is seeking a Controller with specific experience in real estate development, construction or non-profit to lead all activities relating to internal accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.  As a facility developer, Civic Builders is comprised of over two dozen entities and maintains several dozen bank accounts. In addition to managing complex facility construction projects that rely on varying sources of capital, Civic Builders owns and leases a number of school facilities to nonprofit charter school tenants. Within this context, the Controller’s responsibilities will include general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting and financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and lender obligations and reporting. Duties include:   Finance and Accounting Management Lead internal budgeting, prepare forecasts and budget-to-actual reports with direct oversight Senior Accountant. Prepare internal and external financial reporting for senior leadership, Board of Directors and lenders, as well as periodic grant-related reports. Lead all internal accounting processes, including general ledger management, accounts payable and accounts receivable, as well as bank reconciliations, deposits and banking relationships. Process customer billing, including school facility development services and monthly rental invoices. Manage a large volume of lender reporting obligations including financials, certifications and insurance. Manage all financial audits and tax filings for all Civic Builders entities and assets. Support various reports and multiple transactions and needs of multiple stakeholders and the review the work of others. Manage payroll and support additional human resources and compliance related activities such as employee benefits, corporate- and project-level insurance coverages, and relationships with legal counsel. Data Management Support with Stakeholders Support charter school construction projects with budgeting, forecasting, financing, and loan management Collaborate with Financial Services team on all financing agreements, lending agreements via Civic Builders’ new platform, and New Markets Tax Credits allocations and deployments. Support additional insurance and compliance related responsibilities as needed, such as corporate and project-level insurance coverages, review of leases and funding agreement, and relationships with legal counsel. Support construction projects with budgeting, forecasting, financing, and ongoing management of project loans, and will support the Financial Services team on all financing and lending agreements. Serve as a partner to the COO and CEO in managing the numerous audits and external reporting Work with auditors for the various external reporting including support of parent organizations subsidiaries and affiliates.   Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of professional experience in accounting, with specific experience working with nonprofits, or small businesses, and real estate Demonstrated ability to manage accounting transactions in a complex, multi-entity environment with numerous real estate assets Expertise in nonprofit and real estate accounting and audit principles Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree, CPA license desired and preferred Experience managing and preparing multiple financial statements Experience managing accounting for an org of similarly complex organizations Understands construction builder, lender, nonprofit accounting rules

We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Serve as out-sourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools Prepare monthly financial statements and presentations for school clients Assist schools with budget planning process Serve as a business consultant to school to analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Assist schools with a variety of business-related issues Assist with grants management, accounts payable, payroll Qualifications: 2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in a related field Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Financial analysis and problem solving skills MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus. Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Thorough, detail-oriented and quality-conscious individual who can balance multiple assignments Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to travel within D.C. occasionally and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings, etc. Start date is flexible. EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that   school   is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.