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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. Rocketship DC is looking for a dynamic, committed and Behavior Technician (BT) to become part of a vibrant school community. The Rocketship DC BT will do whatever it takes to support student achievement, both academically and behaviorally, and ensure that students are progressing toward their individual goals. This position at Rocketship DC will help students learn the skills that they need to solve problems and conflicts, build positive relationships with other students and adults, and successfully navigate the school environment so that they can reach their potentials in the classroom. Essential Functions - Key Responsibilities Evaluate student's needs and provides interventions to redirect behavior Document appropriate data as instructed by the School Wellness Team. Implements behavioral programs and interventions designed to make positive and appropriate changes Assesses crisis situations and defuses situations using conflict resolution and crisis management techniques Write clear and detailed observations Reinforces appropriate behaviors and redirects negative behaviors Provides values clarification including rules, expectations and consequences Implements logical consequences for inappropriate behavior With proper training, physically restrain students if necessary for safety Essential Functions - Communication and Consultation Works with the School Wellness team, School Leaders, and teachers to develop an effective program of interventions for changing unacceptable behavior of students Provides information to parents, guardians, or other care providers concerning action of students Ensures consistency of behavioral standards by coordinating with appropriate student contacts Consults with teachers, operations team, and school leaders to obtain information and advice on prior behavior problems, and provides information as necessary concerning behavioral concerns Essential Functions - Programs and Team Support Assists the school team by monitoring student behavior changes, assisting with academics, and supervising various activities during the course of the instructional day to maintain a controlled and safe environment for students and staff Attends IEP (Individualized Education Plan) and student progress meetings as requested Implements school's emergency procedures as requested Attends trainings regarding safety, security, physical restraints and behavior management procedures as requested Qualifications Associate's degree is required; Bachelor's degree preferred Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) Registered Behavior Technician certificate (RBT) 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 Family Recruitment/Engagement Specialist will be an instrumental member of our growing Family Recruitment Team. Reporting to the Manager, Growth & Community Engagement, the Family Recruitment/Engagement Specialist will work closely with Family Recruiters and other members of the Growth & Community Engagement Team to build awareness around school choice in Wards 5, 7 and 8 and increase the number of applications submitted to Rocketship elementary schools. Responsibilities Canvas in high-impact areas alongside members of the Family Recruitment team Knock on doors or attend community events as an extension of Rocketship Meet families and provide them with clear information about Rocketship and its application process Work alongside fellow staff members to hit weekly and monthly targets for families met Serve as a liaison between Rocketship Education and the greater DC community: Support families in their decision to apply to a high-impact charter school through ongoing communication and follow-up calls, texts, or emails Coordinate family engagement at our schools and in the community through tours, information sessions, and home visits Plan events for new families to welcome them to Rocketship and its schools Plan and coordinate ongoing community engagement for Rocketship's Family Recruitment team Research and register for local community events Build a calendar of weekly and monthly recruitment locations Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations and their directors to ensure ongoing communication and partnership Qualifications A passion for people; you have a genuine curiosity about others and are comfortable meeting new people Detail oriented; you love when everything is in its place and can stay organized Clear communication skills; you can easily speak about different topics and engage with people from a wide variety of backgrounds Ability to adapt quickly and represent an organization or brand across multiple markets Family Recruiters must be comfortable remaining on their feet for 2-4 hours at a time as needed by a shift Ability to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends as determined by your schedule required Prior work in a role that engaged with education, was client/customer-facing or required community engagement strongly preferred A high school diploma or comparable education equivalent is a minimum; Recruiters in pursuit of or holding an associates or bachelor's degree are preferred Knowledge of and comfort with basic computer and cloud-based programs including Google Docs, Drive, and Microsoft Word and PowerPoint 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.

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY Cesar Chavez PCS is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 400 students in grades 8-12. Chavez students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Chavez has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheerleading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.  To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit  chavezschools.org . POSITION SUMMARY We seek a Public Policy Manager for immediate hire. The Public Policy Manager is responsible for the strategic planning and successful execution of the Public Policy Program for Chavez Schools. The Manager will partner with school leadership to design a comprehensive public policy curriculum for students as well as instruct public policy classes on a half-time schedule. The Manager works collaboratively with all campus personnel for the seamless planning and execution of the public policy program at Chavez Schools including, but not limited to, designing a comprehensive curriculum, cultivating public policy partnerships, scheduling field experiences, identifying external community events, and providing professional development to teachers.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the ongoing review and revision of the public policy curriculum and collaborate with teachers to ensure successful implementation of courses. Identify and cultivate external partnerships for policy courses, programs, events, and opportunities. Plan and execute events within the public policy curriculum, such as the City Council Day, We the People competition, and Annual Public Policy Symposium. Lead the coordination of updated CAP and CAPstone experience. Manage all logistics of Chavez’s Fellowship program, including securing partners, setting up student interviews, matching students, orientation, and evaluation of program. Work with school leadership to identify and organize events related to the public policy curriculum that reflect current issues for students such as environmental field trips and policy summits. Lead the development of new programs for students to engage with public policy and support college and career readiness such as career day and shadowing opportunities. Meet regularly with school leadership and teacher-leaders to ensure the seamless integration of public policy programming and courses. Design and implement a comprehensive approach to assess the effectiveness of public policy experiences through surveys, pre- and post- tests, teacher feedback, focus groups, etc. Manage the public policy budget. Provide direct instruction and support to scholars in public policy courses for up to half-time, adhering to all instructional expectations. Perform additional duties assigned.  QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university required; advanced degree in teaching, curriculum, public policy, or a related specialty preferred. A minimum of three years of secondary teaching experience required. Strong content knowledge in social studies and Common Core history/social studies standards. Knowledge of the public policy landscape at the local and national levels. Experience designing curriculum and providing professional development to teachers preferred.  Experience overseeing public policy-related student programming such as Model United Nations, We the People, Street Law, debate etc. strongly preferred. Proven experience building student-related community partnerships.  Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with and develop relationships with a wide range of individuals. Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and track complex tasks across multiple stakeholders. Careful attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines. Impeccable judgment and strong decision-making skills. Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently and with a team. Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned. HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply direclty to the Public Policy Manager position.  ADA SPECIFICATIONS:  This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building.  In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position.  The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job.  This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    AAP/EEO Statement:  Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    Disclaimer:  This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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. After Care Support will work under the direction and supervision of the school site School Site Lead and Manager of Extended Learning. This position is responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day operations of snack, recess, and arrival/dismissal of the school site run safely and smoothly. Furthermore, After Care Support are responsible for ensuring that students maintain culturally appropriate behavior in all operational activities. They will work at either Rocketship Rise Academy or Rocketship Legacy Prep. Essential Functions Arrange set-up and clean-up for all food items, supplies, equipment, food preparation and serving areas Collect payment for food items for students and staff as needed (e.g. cash) Maintain cafeteria records and reports as required for the purpose of meeting local, state, and federal guidelines Respond to inquiries of students and parents regarding the type and/or cost of meals Supervise and monitor students during assigned recess periods Implement all site rules and safety regulations within the structure of the Rocketship classroom culture Report any unsafe conditions, including equipment, to administrators immediately Ensure a safe and effective arrival/dismissal for all students before and after school hours Utilize appropriate disciplinary procedures and techniques in accordance with the school site discipline plan Attend staff meetings and in-service training as deemed necessary for the position Required Qualifications Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals Passion for working with children Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred 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 Public Schools Flexibility and a willingness to learn 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.

MISSION YouthBuild DC Public Charter School (YouthBuild PCS) is an alternative high school for young people seeking to transform their lives by re-engaging in their education in a non-traditional school environment. YouthBuild PCS prepares students for post secondary education and the workplace by offering, in English and Spanish, academic, vocational and workforce development programs. YouthBuild PCS believes that service to the community is an essential part of the transformative process. Therefore, students serve their community through volunteer projects and by creating housing for low-income residents in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.    For more information about YouthBuild PCS, visit  youthbuildpcs.org .  ABOUT THE POSITION The Restorative Practices Coordinator is a new role for the school focused on creating and implementing a sustainable restorative justice program. The Coordinator will be responsible for delivering restorative practices to improve outcomes for youth, staff and families; designing and implementing school-wide trainings for staff and students, as well as restorative circle groups; and providing mentoring and de-escalation support to individual students as needed.   The Restorative Practices Coordinator will report directly to the Head of School and will be part of the school’s leadership team.    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Design, develop, and implement a restorative practice system in collaboration with key personnel and school leadership Facilitate restorative practice interventions as needed to respond to individual student and community needs Provide ongoing restorative justice trainings to staff members Support the Dean in responding to conflicts as they occur with de-escalation support as needed Maintain a calming, restorative space for students to de-escalate and reflect following conflicts Document restorative interventions and track impact over time through data collection and analysis Develop and maintain positive relationships with students and staff, as well as the community, parents/guardians/families, advocates, and relevant organizations leading Restorative Justice work Engage families, to the extent possible, in on site-based restorative practices, including training and family dialogue circles Create, train and lead a restorative justice school team Create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations and provides opportunities for all students to experience success  Communicate with students, school staff, families, and community partners to ensure that students are on-track and making progress towards goals Collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure multi-faceted development of each student Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will possess the following skills, knowledge, and experience: Expertise in restorative justice methodology; a firm grasp on the skills and knowledge of restorative practices and restorative justice including: philosophy, principles, models, interventions, forms, and techniques with a focus on communities of color Masters degree in social work, LICSW preferred Minimum of 3 years of relevant restorative justice work with youth, families and adults; experience facilitating restorative justice trainings in a school setting preferred Experience providing direct services to high school students or opportunity youth of color and a strong understanding of cultural relevance for the school’s student population Experience creating and implementing restorative justice systems within an institution Commitment to mentoring and supporting all youth, and the belief that all students can achieve success Demonstrated ability to provide engaging and impactful professional development for adults  Demonstrated ability to engage diverse young adults, including those with disabilities and English Language Learners Strong cultural competency skills, including excellent ability to communicate with diverse students and staff Must be flexible, energetic, and resourceful Proficiency in Spanish a plus HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply directly to the Restorative Practices Coordinator position.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran’s status, or any other factor, which would constitute a violation of the D.C. Human Rights Act or other applicable laws or court order.

City Year is an education-focused nonprofit organization that partners with public and charter schools to help keep students in school and on track to succeed. This innovative public-private partnership brings together diverse teams of AmeriCorps members who commit a year to serving full-time in schools as tutors, mentors, and role models. Founded in Boston in 1988, City Year serves in 29 cities across the United States and has international affiliates in London and Birmingham, England, as well as in Johannesburg, South Africa. City Year is a proud member of AmeriCorps. City Year Washington, D.C., founded in 2000, is one of the first and largest City Year sites, with 140 AmeriCorps members serving in 19 schools. Position Overview City Year Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Manager of Individual Giving who will manage City Year’s individual giving strategy by leading the efforts to secure financial support from individual donors in the Washington DC area. The Senior Manager of Individual Giving partners with Site Leadership and the Development team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donors and family foundations. Responsibilities include managing the Red Jacket Society major gifts program ($10,000+) and Leadership Circle donors ($1,000 - $9,999), executing two standing annual appeals, and working with the team on other creative efforts to build the overall individual donor base to increase resources. Additionally, this position manages and activates the mid-career professionals who serve on our Associate Board. Job Description Responsibilities Major Donor Management/Red Jacket Society Partner with the Executive Director and Managing Director of Development to lead City Year Washington DC’s Red Jacket Society. This includes managing the overall local program, partnering with the national team, recruiting chairs/volunteers, facilitating internal meetings, and securing commitments of new and current supporters. Manage a portfolio of leadership donors for whom she/he will be directly responsible to cultivate, solicit, and steward for annual renewal with a goal of upgrading gifts. Recruit, train, motivate, and manage a group of dedicated Red Jacket Society volunteers to help City Year strengthen donor relationships and raise the financial resources necessary to fund current and future programs. Promote membership in City Year Washington DC’s Red Jacket Society, inviting donors to personally invest $10,000+ in City Year Washington DC. Work closely with the Development team and Site Board to build a prospect portfolio of new donors as well as mid-level current donors to target for growth and manage the flow of these prospects through the giving pipeline, from identification through stewardship. Lead the stewardship efforts for Red Jacket Society, including ensuring all national benefits are provided.   Overall Donor Management Collaborate with the Managing Director of Development to create strategies to identify and secure new individual supporters, fully leverage existing relationships, increase multi-year commitments. Work with the Development staff and volunteers to develop, execute and evaluate strategies to engage individual donors through outreach, education, invitations to special events, and personal contacts. Design and execute multi-channel annual appeals to individual donors of all levels. Manage and grow monthly donor program. Use prospect research tools to identify small and mid-size donors with potential to become major donors and design a moves management plan to achieve Leadership Circle or Red Jacket Society levels of giving. Support all Individual Giving efforts, including major gifts, Leadership Circle, annual giving, events, campaigns, young professional Associate Board, and alumni giving. Document and maintain clear and timely records and call reports in Salesforce to track contacts, donor giving, and meeting notes to assist in the maintenance of an accurate database. Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Manager to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgements related to cultivation and stewardship of donors and prospects. Lead execution of stewardship plan to for all individual donors. Support the efforts of City Year Washington DC’s Associate Board members to identify and solicit prospects. Organizational Initiatives & Site Support Work closely with fellow Development team members to understand priorities and business goals and develop strategies to meet the organization’s needs. Engage in structured discussions and trainings on diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging aimed at developing stronger cultural competency, both individually and collectively as a site. Serve as a powerful City Year Washington DC’s representative at local events and community functions. Partner with City Year Washington DC’s departments and staff to ensure that site-wide goals are met,  including, but not limited to, the AmeriCorps member applicant interview process, stakeholder engagement, event and service day participation, and cross-departmental committees. Attend overnight conferences to learn and share best practices for donor engagement and participate in other training activities throughout the year. Basic Qualifications In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Communication: clearly articulates information and ideas orally and in writing; inspires diverse audiences through compelling, tailored messaging; communicates with confidence and credibility; listens carefully and is responsive to feedback Executes to Results:  accomplishes tasks on time with high quality; accepts accountability and takes initiative; designs and plans to work to achieve desired results; prioritizes work and multitasks effectively; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable Problem Solving and Decision Making: applies knowledge, experience, creativity, and critical thinking in solving challenges; looks beyond the obvious for answers; uses sound judgment to make well-informed, ethical decisions Relationship Development:  uses interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advance City Year’s mission; demonstrates cultural/diversity competence; builds trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year; demonstrates personal presence and confidence when working with partners Team Collaboration & Leadership:  values individual perspectives and encourages sharing of information and ideas; provides inspirational leadership that mobilizes diverse groups towards achieving goals; builds systems and structures to facilitate collaboration across the organization Resource Catalyst:  generates commitments of time, resources, and advocacy from a broad range of City Year stakeholders; leverages personal networks on behalf of City Year Additional Qualifications 5+ years of fundraising experience, preferably for a non-profit or educational organization, with proven ability to close $10,000+ gifts Base of knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, particularly individual giving, and a proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results and meet fundraising goals Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of volunteers to meet fundraising goals Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours, such as early mornings, evenings and weekends Ability to adapt and excel in diverse, youthful, high energy, entrepreneurial, and rapidly-changing environment Passion for education and youth development Attitude essentials: growth mindset, passion for City Year’s mission, detail-oriented, committed to teamwork, grit and resilience AmeriCorps/City Year alumni who meet the minimum direct fundraising experience are encouraged to apply To Apply Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume with cover letter and salary requirements . Applications without each of these 3 items will not be considered . No phone calls, please. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

What will you do all day? At NMSI, our people mean everything to us; they are the lifeblood of the organization. NMSI is looking for a Director of Development, Growth to drive forward development plans that support the multi-region growth plans of NMSI’s programs. You will support the Vice President, Growth in implementing short- and long- range strategies to fund NMSI’s strategic plans and priorities.  What are the details? Located in central or eastern United States, the Director of Development reports to the Vice President, Growth and will be responsible for managing a Senior Manager of Development and Grants, a Manager of Development and Individual Giving, and a Manager of Development. As Director, you will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities— private philanthropy, corporate partners, government agencies/grants, and high net worth individual givers—to support NMSI’s core programs; College Readiness Program, Laying the Foundation, Teacher Pathways (UTeach) and strategic initiatives tied to our five-year strategic plan (NMSI Next). You will develop, champion and implement a regional development plan for Georgia and New York (Metro) area, as well as opportunistic geographic locations east of the Mississippi River.  You will lead a sophisticated fundraising operation while managing and coaching a diverse team to set the short- and long-term fundraising vision and direction for the region. As part of this, you will: Track and assess team-wide progress to goals and maintain strong operational systems for efficient and effective team execution Liaise and align funding opportunities in conjunction with NMSI colleagues leading school district cultivation efforts Manage and increase a donor pipeline to increase awareness and understanding NMSI programs, as well as solicit renewed and upgraded gifts from existing donors Quickly build strong, dynamic partnerships with key stakeholders within the STEM community and beyond Specific responsibilities include: Grow a major gifts program via identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors Oversee federal and state grant seeking, including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements Meet prospective donors and supporters of NMSI on a continual basis to establish a robust fundraising pipeline Develop compelling and effective pitches, proposals, fundraising campaigns and tactical plans to reach various donor segments, including private philanthropy, corporate partners, government agencies/grants, and high net worth individual givers Establish and maintain a major gift prospect list for the region Support programmatic funding for UTeach, Fine Arts, and Strategic Initiatives Strategize and facilitate fundraising special events Supervise and collaborate with other Growth fundraising and school cultivation staff (and outside consultants) Represent Growth as a fundraising leader within NMSI on cross-functional teams Coordinate the creation of publications and materials that support fundraising activities Supervise a regional gift recognition program Other duties as assigned What are we looking for? Who you are. You are a bright, imaginative and capable fundraiser with a passion for reaching ambitious goals Education & Experience . You have a bachelor’s degree with five or more years of fundraising experience such as private foundations, corporate partners, high-net worth individuals, and unrestricted gifts. Prior knowledge of Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred. Industry Expert. You possess strong fundraising knowledge. Analytical and Strategic Thinker. You have an analytical approach with a strong ability to think creatively. You think analytically, prioritize tasks and develop processes that monitor progress and performance. You rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Connected. You’re hyper-aware of philanthropic trends in STEM and education spaces. You have strong relationships with charitable leaders. Entrepreneurial. You live for the hustle that’s required to forge new paths. You collaborate well with others to make things happen. You work best when you have lots to do with multiple competing priorities.  Relationship Builder. You have a knack for building relationships quickly and inspiring those around you. A room full of strangers doesn’t make you nervous. Organized & Productive. You possess strong organizational skills while working in a fast-paced environment. You can work on multiple projects with multiple deadlines. Inclusive. You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or job type—or any other factor that makes us unique! Want to learn more? The National Math and Science Initiative is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes. NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drive outcomes not only at the student and school system levels but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact on the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes. We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) 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, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. 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.

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY Chavez Parkside is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 500 students in grades 8-12. Chavez Parkside students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Parkside has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheer-leading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez Parkside serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.  To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit  chavezschools.org . POSITION SUMMARY    The Director of School Culture is responsible for establishing and maintaining a learning environment consistent with the college preparatory and public policy mission of Chavez Schools.  As the school leader responsible for scholars’ behavioral, social and emotional growth, this position manages a culture team to support an optimal learning environment for scholars and staff. A key member of the school leadership team, the Director of School Culture is responsible for building a strong school culture that fosters respect and collaboration between teachers, students and families. The Director of School Culture collaborates with senior leaders, teachers and staff to maximize student achievement and meet all performance goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES School Culture Establishes and maintains a structured, positive and inspiring school culture focused on academic achievement and the development of advocacy skills. Leads events for scholars and families which promote positive school culture. Partners with parents and families to build authentic school-wide community.  Works closely and effectively with scholars and their families; partner with school counselors and teachers to execute individualized behavior interventions when needed.  Manages all aspects of school culture including school-wide routines such as safe passage, lunch, breakfast, entry, as well as overall school-wide culture, incentives, and behavior management system.  Obsessively monitors scholar growth and culture data and holds effective leadership team meetings to review data, make plans for follow-up, and track implementation of plans. Consistently observes teacher practice; provides substantive, action-oriented feedback, encourages reflection and models excellent instruction and relationship building. Promotes a strong school culture and effectively manages school team towards the implementation of a consistent culture that focused on scholar learning. Management and Leadership Development Establishes clear goals for school growth and holds themselves and their team accountable for achieving those goals. Models leadership practices to direct reports to develop them as leaders through observation, feedback, modeling, and professional development. Holds regular meetings with direct reports to drive accountability. Evaluates staff in alignment with school expectations and in the interest of growth. Models the school values required to develop and support scholars; flexible, self-reflective and growth-oriented. Effectively manages time to prioritize work in service of scholar achievement. Manages change, understanding the implications and adjusting leadership voice and behavior accordingly. Values and effectively manages a diverse team. Serves as a key member of the campus hiring team, ensuring a highly qualified, mission-aligned staff. Direct management of school culture team, and other staff and activities as assigned. Creates a shared understanding of the Chavez Values, Mission and Vision and how those beliefs manifest themselves in every school day.   Supporting Scholars and Families Regularly communicates and engages with families. Ensures communication systems engage parents in understanding scholar performance, goals, and growth. Coaches all direct reports to ensure positive relationships with families that communicate care and high expectations for every scholar. Works to ensure strong parent engagement function. Represents the school at community events. Ensures strong data collection and follow-up for all student interventions. Participates in student support team or similar, leading behavioral response and intervention. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Creative and inspiring educator with adult leadership experience, high energy, excellent organizational skills and a talent for creating a warm and supportive environment for all scholars. Minimum of 2 years of teacher leadership in an urban community. Minimum of 4 years’ demonstrated success as an effective classroom teacher as evidenced by teacher and scholar growth and achievement data as well as personal performance data. Solid understanding of the developmental and social nuances of children in grades 6-12. Demonstrated success using data to drive programming. Believes that all scholars can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses. Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making. Is a strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver. Exemplifies the highest ethical standards. Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team. Ability to work productively with diverse populations, teachers, parents, board members, and community members, including demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining effective working relationships. Citizenship, residency of work VISA in United States required. HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply directly to the Director of School Culture position. ADA SPECIFICATIONS:  This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building.  In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position.  The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job.  This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    AAP/EEO Statement:  Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    Disclaimer:  This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

City Year Washington, DC seeks a Manager, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships, to lead the organization’s institutional fundraising efforts. This individual will build and steward engaging and sustainable partnerships with corporations and foundations to support a growing organization. The Manager will report to the Managing Director of Development, as well as work closely with the entire City Year DC development team, impact staff, corps, boards, and other volunteers. Responsibilities Donor Management Work with the Managing Director of Development to strategize, set, communicate, and implement all plans, processes, and goals around institutional fundraising. Maintain a portfolio of corporate and foundation partners and prospects to meet annual revenue goals, inclusive of a strategic moves management plan to direct and monitor the progress of funding relationships. Track all deadlines in CYDC’s CRM for corporate and foundation deliverables (reports, proposals, etc.), and work with Regional Grant Writer to deliver grant proposals and reports for corporate and foundation funders. Facilitate the Team and Program Sponsorship partnership programs, identifying, securing, engaging, and retaining partners who can give at the Team Sponsor ($100,000+) and Program Sponsor levels ($25,000+). Steward Team and Program Sponsors by learning and understanding partners’ philanthropic mission and working with partners to determine the best engagement and recognition opportunities. Collaborate with national City Year network to develop multi-site, regional, and national funding opportunities. Develop a variety of collateral (grant proposals, letters, presentations, sales collateral, and reports) for existing and potential corporate and foundation partners; make dynamic presentations to same audiences to sell, upgrade, and renew gifts. Cultivation and Stewardship Ensure the successful stewardship of current corporate and foundation donor relationships by managing appropriate frequency of outreach, communication, appreciation and involvement. Work with staff and key volunteers to develop, execute and evaluate strategies to engage institutional partners through outreach, education, invitations to special events, and personal contacts; support implementation of funded programs and initiatives. Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Manager to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgement related to cultivation and stewardship of corporate partners. Prospect Generation Work closely with the Development team and Site Board to identify, engage, and cultivate a robust pipeline of corporate and foundation prospects that can make annual investments at the $10,000+ level. Leverage existing City Year programs, including Team and Program Sponsors, corporate service days, annual Idealist Gala, and specialty market events to attract new partners. Partner with other development team members to identify and leverage opportunities in respective portfolios to help cultivate new relationships (ie: individual leaders within our corporate partnerships, event sponsors that could support at an operational level, etc.) to build a robust prospect pipeline Contribute to and participate in prospecting meetings and pipeline meetings Project and Event Management Work closely with Special Events Manager, as well as larger Development team, to leverage events to meaningfully engage corporate sponsors and prospects. Work with the Civic Engagement Manager to implement corporate service days. Development Operations Work with the Development Operations Manager to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of institutional gifts and engagement using City Year’s Salesforce CRM. Partner with the Development Operations Manager and other team members to hold regular prospecting, pipeline, revenue forecasting, and moves management meetings. Organizational Initiatives & Site Support All staff members support AmeriCorps member recruitment, including phone calls and interviews. Staff members also assist with Impact initiatives throughout the year, including Summer Leadership Academy, physical service events, and more. Other duties as assigned by the Managing Director of Development or site leadership. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

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. Operations Specialists will work under the direction and supervision of the school site Business Operations Manager. This position is responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day operations of lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal at the school site run safely and smoothly. Furthermore, Operations Specialists are responsible for ensuring that students maintain culturally appropriate behavior in all operational activities. They will work at either Rocketship Rise Academy or Rocketship Legacy Prep. Essential Functions Arrange set-up and clean-up for all food items, supplies, equipment, food preparation and serving areas Collect payment for food items for students and staff as needed (e.g. cash) Maintain cafeteria records and reports as required for the purpose of meeting local, state, and federal guidelines Respond to inquiries of students and parents regarding the type and/or cost of meals Supervise and monitor students during assigned recess periods Implement all site rules and safety regulations within the structure of the Rocketship classroom culture Report any unsafe conditions, including equipment, to administrators immediately Ensure a safe and effective arrival/dismissal for all students before and after school hours Utilize appropriate disciplinary procedures and techniques in accordance with the school site discipline plan Attend staff meetings and in-service training as deemed necessary for the position Required Qualifications Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals Passion for working with children Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred 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 Public Schools Flexibility and a willingness to learn 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.

MISSION YouthBuild DC Public Charter School (YouthBuild PCS) is an alternative high school for young people seeking to transform their lives by re-engaging in their education in a non-traditional school environment. YouthBuild PCS prepares students for post secondary education and the workplace by offering, in English and Spanish, academic, vocational and workforce development programs. YouthBuild PCS believes that service to the community is an essential part of the transformative process. Therefore, students serve their community through volunteer projects and by creating housing for low-income residents in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.    For more information about YouthBuild PCS, visit  youthbuildpcs.org .  RESPONSIBILITIES The Transition Specialist helps to plan, facilitate, and provide oversight of students’ post-secondary placement. This is a full-time position, with occasional weekend and evening service hours. The Transition Specialist reports to the Head of School.  Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Career and College Readiness  Collaborate with the Transitions Director to build students’ career awareness and career readiness skills; work with students to develop Individual Transitions Plans. Set up job site visits and career exploration activities to introduce youth to various jobs, careers, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities. Collaborate with the Transitions Director to build students’ college awareness and college readiness skills; work with students to develop Individual Transitions Plans. Set up campus visits and college exploration activities to introduce youth to various jobs, careers, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities. Placement Collaborate with the Head of School, the Construction Manager, and other school leaders to secure student placement in internships, apprenticeships, and other employment opportunities.  Communicate via phone, email, and social media to follow-up with students on their employment status. Conduct site visits, phone calls, email communication, and Social Security Number employment inquiries to verify student placement. Track Alumni two years after exit to ensure retention in job/career opportunities.  Provide support to alumni with job hunts and career readiness.  Work to develop a resource guide to assist students with post-secondary placement. Help support the development of a YouthBuild Industry Advisory Council. AmeriCorps Program Support Recruit and enroll AmeriCorps student members in accordance with applicable CNCS guidelines, grant agreements, etc.  Track member progress toward achieving performance measures as outlined in the AmeriCorps grant agreement. Data Management Use YouthBuild’s database(s) to track the placement status of current students and all alumni, working in sync with the Post-Secondary Education Associate to verify placement of alumni. Enter data into funder-sponsored databases and write reports on placement status and activities.  QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, with at least two years of experience teaching at risk youth and demonstrated success assisting youth in obtaining employment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Database management experience a plus.  Fluency in Spanish is preferred.   Flexible, energetic, and resourceful. Committed to working with a diverse group of traditionally under-served youth, and believe that all students can achieve success. HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply directly to the Transitions Specialist position.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.   YouthBuild PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status or religion.

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 School Psychologist is an exempt position that will work under the direction and supervision of the Integrated Special Education (ISE) Program Manager and will work with elementary school students. Rocketship School Psychologists 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 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 guidance to school teams regarding supports for struggling students Provide direct counseling and behavioral services to students Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities Assist in providing in-service training in learning, child development and child management 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 educational 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 Special Education Leadership Team Maintain a compliant practice Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator Requirements School Psychologist certification (DCPS or NCSP) Master's degree in School Psychology or related field Experience working in Response to Intervention (RtI) models (strongly 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.) 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, Email: [email protected] 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. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for a part-time bilingual Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Spanish bilingual required 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.

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 teachers, school leaders, and network support staff are united in our mission to eliminate the achievement gap in our lifetime. School leaders are the backbone of Rocketship's impact model. Assistant Principals (APs) at Rocketship are charged with driving academic achievement for students and building a rigorous college preparatory school culture. Every AP at Rocketship works closely with their Principal to lead and implement the instructional vision for one to three grade levels. APs manage and coach teachers in their grade levels by leading data analysis cycles, regularly observing classrooms, providing continuous feedback, and co-planning units of study and lesson plans aimed at increasing educator effectiveness and leadership. APs also serve as cultural and community leaders by building teacher capacity in culture, behavior, and parent engagement. Rocketship campuses are supported by a school leadership team that includes the Principal, two Assistant Principals, a Business Operations Manager, and an Office Manager. APs share responsibility across the school leadership team for professional development, culture and behavior in common spaces, and special events. Together, they lead a team of teachers, tutors, enrichment coordinators, and support staff who collectively deliver gap-closing, personalized instruction to students from pre-K to fifth grade. Rocketship attracts school leaders with ambitious aspirations. Just as we are committing to propelling student growth we are dedicated to advancing the careers of our exceptional talent. As an AP, you will receive ongoing professional development in conducting rigorous observations, providing meaningful feedback, and executing useful planning and analysis. Additionally, Rocketship is a rapidly growing network which provides APs with a number of career paths both within our schools and on the Network Support Team. Our Ideal Candidate Believes that adult preparation is essential to student success. Has a desire to become an elementary content expert and is eager to use that knowledge to develop teachers who demonstrate excellence in their planning and execution of lessons. Understands that eliminating the achievement gap is hard work but deeply rewarding and within their control. Essential Functions: Developing Effective Educators Rocketship Assistant Principals are deeply committed to the success of each Rocketeer and the daily workload reflects that commitment. Foster a rigorous and college preparatory culture of excellence in every classroom that ensures high levels of student achievement. Coach grade level teams (5-9 educators) to build content expertise in Humanities or STEM. Engage in cycles of data driven instruction and assessments to inform planning and personalize instruction to student needs. Ensure at least 1.5 years of progress for all Rocketeers annually through management and planning. Collaborate with the Special Education team to ensure teachers are receiving the necessary support and training to maximize the delivery of instruction in our full inclusion model. Essential Functions: Student and Parent Partnership Rocketship Assistant Principals succeed in partnership with all students and families through frequent communication, building trusting relationships, and embracing the knowledge parents have as their child's first teacher. Create a school community that fully involves parents in student achievement through multiple outlets including home visits, regular community meetings, and parent/family meetings. Essential Functions: Rocketship Professional Culture Rocketship Assistant Principals are deeply committed to doing and being their best, and to growing their skills as professionals and as individuals, so our daily and annual expectations reflect that commitment. Exhibit a high level of honest and humble self-reflection owning good and bad outcomes; effectively respond to and implement constructive feedback. Create a healthy, high-achieving, urgent environment where staff and students feel challenged and also fully supported and valued. Promote and participate in collaborative opportunities across schools to share best practices, problem solve, and gather feedback. Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience teaching in an urban city classroom and realizing significant gains. Deep knowledge of elementary instruction and planning skills. Strong leadership skills and personal drive. Relentless pursuit of high expectations. Result-oriented and data-driven. Ability to inspire, motivate and develop others. Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ability to engage and empower parents and families. Experience in building and maintaining outstanding school culture. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Strategic planning and project management experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Education Requirements BA from Accredited University DC Candidates only: Highly Qualified 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.

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. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for the part-time Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations. Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects 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.

ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington, DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our 650+ students are a diverse mix of African-American, Latino, Asian, African, and White students. Almost 30% of our students are English language learners, and we have one of the largest Hispanic populations in DC charter schools. Meridian is committed to serving our local community, and one-third of our students live within a half mile of the school. We are also proud of the fact that Meridian is a school of choice for parents— all eight wards of the city are represented among our student population. Meridian’s strengths include a beautiful main campus, with nearby outdoor and recreational grounds; state of the art technology for students and teachers; updated and aligned curricula; an academic program laser-focused on student growth, achievement, and social-emotional development; extensive professional development and support for teachers and leaders; and a school culture grounded in student achievement and support. In 2015, Meridian launched a comprehensive and intensive school improvement initiative. Since then, the school has seen steady, sustained gains in student learning and achievement including: A 17.6 point gain to a 59.4 on the DC Public Charter School Board’s 100-point Performance Management Framework (PMF). This increase is the among the highest PMF score increase during this two-year period for all PS-8 charter schools. Now, Meridian is on the cusp of becoming a Tier 1 school.  Two out of three students at Meridian improved their math and reading scores faster than their peers across the District of Columbia and nationally. Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org .  ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a Human Resources and Payroll Manager for immediate hire. The HR/Payroll Manager supports Meridian’s more than 100 employees. The HR/Payroll Manager will report to the Director of Operations and be responsible for the following duties: Manage all aspects of employee benefits including identifying and securing all benefit programs and brokers, benefit administration, and employee enrollment. Current benefit programs include: workers compensation, unemployment insurance, short/long term disability, life insurance, SMART benefits, retirement, and healthcare/dependent care flexible spending accounts; Administer annual open enrollment process for medical, dental and vision insurance and healthcare/dependent care flexible spending accounts, and serve as a point of contact for all benefits-related matters; Review retirement contribution plans and provide assistance to staff in regards to any retirement questions; Monitor ADP payroll platform to ensure accuracy in daily reporting of staff attendance and clocking-in/out of all non-exempt staff; manage employee leave tracking; Create and administer payroll twice a month for review; Research and develop all policies related to human resources and personnel matters; respond to employee requests for information regarding human resources policies and procedures; Serve as point of contact for all HR matters including processing incident reports for employees and conducting investigations where appropriate; Working with TenSquare and Head of School, manage recruitment of prospective employees and termination of employees, when needed; Facilitate onboarding of all new employees including processing all employment paperwork; Develop, analyze and oversee the school’s employee evaluation process Maintain employee personnel files and complete all required employee-related reports for external parties; Any additional duties as assigned to related to human capital functions, payroll functions, and operational functions. QUALIFICATIONS Ideal candidates will have the  following education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management or a related field; At least five years of work experience in human resources; Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds; Excellent organizational skills and timely completion of tasks; Math Aptitude: comfort with numbers and accounts payable; Excellent communication skills, particularly strong writing ability; Knowledge and experience using Windows, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Google Documents; Conscientiousness: understanding that everything going out the door matters to the customer; Customer Orientation: Good customer service skills with internal and external customers, attention to detail; Dedication: Being persistent, punctual and dependable, with a positive, can do attitude; Sense of Urgency: understanding the urgency of situations and address matters promptly; Flexibility/Adaptability: open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace; Honesty: trustworthiness with company resources and information.  HOW TO APPLY Apply today to the Human Resources and Payroll Manager position!  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran’s status, or any other factor, which would constitute a violation of the D.C. Human Rights Act or other applicable laws or court order.

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY Cesar Chavez PCS is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 500 students in grades 8-12. Chavez Parkside students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Parkside has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheer-leading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez Parkside serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.  To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit chavezschools.org. POSITION SUMMARY    The Math Interventionist provides explicit mathematics instruction in a one-to-one or small group setting to improve individual students’ math skills. The Math Interventionist designs and creates intervention plans aligned with regular classroom mathematics objectives and tailored to each student or small group. The Math Interventionist monitors student progress and adjusts instruction as needed to increase student mathematics achievement.    This is a part-time position (15 - 25 hours per week). The Math Interventionist is expected to be onsite a minimum of three days a week dependent on a mutually agreed upon schedule.   The Math Interventionist will primarily work with students in 8th through 10th grades. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Algebra I and Geometry.   The Math Interventionist at Cesar Chavez PCS is responsible for the following: Collaborating with colleagues in developing cohesive Common Core-aligned curriculum materials and increasing instructional resources Utilizing strong math content knowledge to effectively present enticing and rigorous Common Core-aligned lessons  Differentiating instruction to accommodate multiple learning styles and abilities Assessing students’ academic and developmental growth through observation and a variety of assessment methods Tracking and monitoring assessment results in order to regularly refine teaching practices and design differentiated lesson plans Applying the values of urgency, rigor, and consistency to create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations Communicating with students, parents, and school staff to ensure that students are on-track in their learning and making progress towards goals Establish and implement effective classroom management procedures, and maintain a productive, safe, and focused learning environment Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED   Ideal candidates will have the following education and experience: Bachelor’s degree required. Concentration or advanced degree in math preferred. Meet the appropriate grade level and subject area requirements to be deemed a Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) under the No Child Left Behind Act Two or more years of teaching experience as a secondary math teacher in an urban environment with a strong record of student achievement preferred  Substantive experience with data and intervention programming preferred  Believes that all scholars can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses  Ability to work productively with diverse populations, teachers, parents, board members, and community members, including demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining effective working relationships;  Citizenship, residency of work VISA in United States required  ADA SPECIFICATIONS:  This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building.  In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position.  The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job.  This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    AAP/EEO Statement:  Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    Disclaimer:  This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY    Cesar Chavez PCS is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 500 students in grades 8-12. Chavez Parkside students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Parkside has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheer-leading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez Parkside serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.  To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit  chavezschools.org . POSITION SUMMARY    In school year 2020-2021, Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy will re-launch middle grades at the Parkside campus. As the school’s senior leader, the Middle Grades Director is responsible for managing all policies and programming that ensures a learning environment consistent with the college preparatory and public policy-infused curricula missions of Chavez Schools. The Middle Grades Director has the opportunity to collaborate with and plan the re-introduction of middle grades programming including curriculum, hiring, and school culture. The position will cooperate and work closely with key personnel, leveraging subject-matter expertise to maximize the effectiveness of school programming.  We seek a Founding Middle Grades Director for immediate hire. The Director will spend SY19-20 planning for the launch of the middle grades program, and then lead the faculty, staff, and students when they start in August 2020.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES School Planning With Head of School and coaching support, leads the planning of middle grades programming, including curriculum, family engagement, school culture, and hiring Ensures strong programming and school culture through observing at high performing schools during the 19-20 school year  Leads stakeholder engagement sessions for feedback on school plan and reports out on planning progress  Develops school design plan which outlines key design elements for school growth including student and staff culture, curriculum, scheduling, performance management, leadership development, and family engagement  Instructional Oversight Works with staff to ensure that teachers are implementing a rigorous curriculum for scholar learning  Obsessively monitors scholar growth and holds effective leadership team meetings to review data, make plans for follow-up, and track implementation of plans  Holds exceptionally high expectations for teachers and provides quality, effective professional learning to drive scholar achievement  Consistently observes teacher practice; provides substantive, action-oriented feedback, encourages reflection and models excellent instruction  Promotes a strong school culture and effectively manages school team towards the implementation of a consistent culture that focused on scholar learning  Management and Leadership Development Establishes clear goals for growth and maintains those goals as the priority Establishes and effectively coaches and manages staff towards achievement of ambitious school goals  Models leadership practices to direct reports to develop them as key building leaders by observing, providing feedback, modeling, and leading professional development.  Holding regular meetings with direct reports to drive accountability  Evaluate leaders and staff, in alignment with school expectations and in the interest of accountability and growth  Modeling the school values, flexible thinking, openness to feedback, and humility required to move scholar learning.  Effectively manages time to ensure that the highest priority work is accomplished in service of scholar achievement  Manages change, understanding the implications and adjusting leadership voice and behavior accordingly  Values and effectively manages a diverse team  Fosters a staff culture focused on scholar learning, care, and outcomes. Serves as a key member of the campus hiring team, ensuring a highly qualified, mission-aligned staff  Supporting Scholars and Families Establishes and maintains a strong school culture focused on academic preparation and high expectations  Trains and coaches teachers and staff on school culture and management practices to ensure time on learning and strong student outcomes  Ensures a strong recruitment plan which attracts and enrolls families according to enrollment targets  Collaborates with leadership team to ensure regular and effective communication with families  Ensures communication systems exist and are used to engage parents in understanding scholar performance, goals, and growth.  Establishes and coaches team towards effective communication with families that communicates care and high expectations for every scholar  Fosters shared beliefs and a sense of community and cooperation  QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED Minimum of 2 years of school leadership experience in an urban community resulting in strong academic outcomes for students  Minimum of 4 years’ demonstrated success as an effective classroom teacher as evidenced by teacher and scholar growth and achievement data as well as personal performance data  Substantive experience with data and intervention programming  Solid understanding of the developmental and social nuances of children in grades 6-8  Demonstrated success using data to drive programming  Believes that all scholars can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses  Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making  Is a strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver  Exemplifies the highest ethical standards  Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team  Ability to work productively with diverse populations, teachers, parents, board members, and community members, including demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining effective working relationships;  Citizenship, residency of work VISA in United States required HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply to the Founding Middle Grades Director position. ADA SPECIFICATIONS:  This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building.  In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position.  The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job.  This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    AAP/EEO Statement:  Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    Disclaimer:   This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY Chavez Parkside is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 500 students in grades 8-12. Chavez Parkside students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Parkside has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheer-leading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez Parkside serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.  To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit  chavezschools.org . POSITION SUMMARY The Coaching and Curriculum Specialist leads and facilitates change in the instructional practices of Chavez teachers that will result in improved outcomes for all scholars, increased growth and retention of teachers, and the development of a professional learning community across the school.  We seek a coach to support teachers across all grade levels (9th-12th) and subjects. the Coaching and Curriculum Specialist will focus on teacher pedagogy and classroom practices. An ideal candidate will have experience successfully mentoring, growing, and coaching teachers at the secondary level.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Instructional Leadership   Plan and lead school-wide professional development and content team meetings to ensure effective data analysis, monitoring scholar growth, and content knowledge development   Create coaching plans, and professional learning opportunities aligned to school, teacher, and scholar needs   Ensure the learning needs of all scholars are met through direct work with students, including small group intervention and one-on-one student support Coach a portfolio of teachers to improve instructional practices through observation, debriefing, lesson rehearsal, co-planning, co-teaching, and modeling effective instructional practices for teachers   Ensure effective and aligned implementation of curricula and research, and monitor to ensure that high quality products are put in front of scholars Lead teachers in diagnosing specific learning needs and in developing a targeted plan of action to address identified areas of improvement   Support leadership team in hiring effective teachers   Participate and/or lead instructional rounds focused on driving scholar achievement Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement by implementing feedback from school leadership and participation in network-wide professional development  Curriculum and Data  Select, develop, revise, and monitor implementation of rigorous curriculum aligned to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Develop and/or modify an integrated set of formative and summative assessments that are aligned to the CCSS Develop a system for capturing, disaggregating, and sharing scholar data for individual teachers and comparatively across schools Provide reports to school leaders and teachers on scholar achievement Review data as a means of informing planning and help teachers and instructional coaches make informed decisions to drive scholar achievement. Manage online programs related to curriculum, assessment, and data  Progress Monitoring   Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of teacher progress connected to coaching goals  Ensure teachers monitor scholar progress, making instructional decisions based on scholar achievement  Convene regularly with leadership to share teacher and scholar progress QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED Bachelor’s Degree   Minimum of 5 years teaching at the secondary level Demonstrated success as a classroom teacher   Demonstrated success using data to drive programming   Experience coaching adults to meet student academic goals   Belief that all scholars can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses   Ability to effectively analyze school data to improve scholar and staff achievement   Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making   Is a strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver   Exemplifies the highest ethical standards   Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team   HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply to the Instructional Coach, All Subjects position. ADA SPECIFICATIONS:  This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building.  In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position.  The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job.  This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  AAP/EEO Statement:  Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    Disclaimer:  This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.