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Be Noble. Be a Dean of Instruction at Noble. Description Noble is Chicago’s highest-performing and largest network of public charter high schools. Our 18 schools and 1,300 employees currently serve over 12,300 students, 98% of whom are minority, 89% low-income, and 83% first-generation college goers. The School Quality and Rating Policy scores for the Chicago Public Schools rated Noble campuses as ten of the top fifteen public high schools in the city. We believe our people are the most valuable asset in preparing our students to be successful in college and lead exemplary lives. For that reason, we are looking for the best talent in education. Who We're Seeking The Dean of Instruction is responsible for leading the development of the instructional staff. They lay the vision of the pathway for student academic gains. This may include, but is not limited to, direct teacher coaching, curriculum oversight, course auditing, standardized test coordination, organizing on-site professional development, and researching off-campus development opportunities. The Dean of Instruction is also responsible for maintaining and building enduring relationships with staff members, as well as managing content department chairs and content specific department planning. The Dean of Instruction will communicate and collaborate with school leadership to ensure alignment of overall vision. Each Dean of Instruction will manage the logistics and day to day operations of a specific grade level. In this capacity, the Dean of Instruction will have the ability to shape the culture of the entire grade level team. Roles and Responsibilities Coach caseload of teachers (10-15) toward meeting their goals in terms of GPA, P/SAT growth, attendance, and culture Plan for each teacher’s growth and support throughout the school year Observe teachers once per week for 20-30 minutes Share observation feedback within 24 hours using the Framework for Instructional Excellence Debrief with teachers once every 2 weeks for 30-45 minutes using progress towards goals, video/observation evidence, gradebook data, student work, etc. Serve as the first line of support for caseload of teachers Advocate for caseload of teachers within the school by-celebrating successes, sharing struggles, and promoting professional growth Analyze data and facilitate quarterly data conferences with coaching caseload Co-own and communicate academic vision, goals, and requirements with fellow Deans of Instruction and in consultation with Principal Refine and uphold academic vision documents (Framework for Instructional Excellence, Instructional Framework, and other policies) through staff meetings, smaller team meetings, weekly e-mail communication, etc. Track progress toward academic goals and intervene with specific teachers and teams as necessary Assign, inspect, and offer feedback on all academic deliverables (coaching reflections, planning documents, quarterly data analysis, etc.) Lead one Grade Level Team toward meeting their goals in terms of GPA, P/SAT growth, attendance, culture, community service, and enrichment Set and track team vision and own the Grade Level promotion and academic growth goals Plan and execute  bi-weekly  grade level meetings of 60-75 minutes to drive progress toward meeting and exceeding grade level goals Communicate with Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean of Students, and Dean of Discipline as needed to support teachers and students toward meeting grade level goals In partnership with the Dean of Students, oversee MTSS process for grade level team Plan and execute grade level celebrations (Town Hall, Big Group, incentives, etc.) Oversee any instructional projects as necessary Collaborate with IB coordinator around course offerings, vertical alignment, and student success  Support with hiring process for new teachers Offer input and recommendations on teacher decisions regarding curriculum, text selection, content focus, etc. Support and develop teacher-leaders Observe teacher-leaders in meetings Provide feedback based on school core values to further develop mid-level leaders Serve as a thought partner in planning meetings Attend and assist with important school functions - testing, celebrations, open houses, etc. Noble Quality Non-negotiables A belief that all students, regardless of background and current ability, can succeed in high school, college, and life A belief in executing Noble’s approach to high expectations An unwavering belief that all teachers want to and will do their best when supported and developed Ownership of results for both the students and teachers on the grade level you support  An ability to flexibly respond to teacher and students needs based on results and feedback A record of pursuing and achieving ambitious academic results A record of coaching others to achieve ambitions academic results preferred A regular practice of reflection and desire to continuously improve A bachelor’s degree Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis What Noble has to Offer A Focus on Learning : You are empowered to design your course in the way you think will best achieve results for students. Our campus leaders minimize disruptions and maximize time focused on student learning. All classes start on time and are never interrupted with announcements, copy rooms are stockpiled with paper, and over 95% of students are in attendance daily.   Robust Student Services : We believe in serving the whole child. For this reason, each of our campuses is equipped with at least one full-time licensed Social Worker and teams of College Counselors. Additionally, our students have access to a variety of enrichment and extended learning options such as night and summer school courses and internship opportunities. Active Community Involvement : Through parent advisory councils, feedback workshops, advocacy support, college enrollment guidance, quarterly parent-teacher conferences, advisory, and other engagement opportunities we invest in every student and family to build lasting, meaningful relationships. Accountability and Support : Expectations are consistent for every adult and student in the building, and we welcome the accountability necessary to achieve excellence. We are obsessed with following through on the basics and are committed to supporting, developing, and retaining high-performing educators. A Range of Benefits : We strive to be the best place to work, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Our robust and ever-evolving set of benefits includes:   Health & Wellness: A predictable  salary schedule  with opportunity for performance bonuses Competitive health benefits and paid parental leave Discounts to Noble Daycare, gym memberships, & bike-share services Free financial planning services Free 24/7 access to a licensed social worker and 3 in-person counseling services Professional Development and Recognition Opportunities: Leadership and career development programs including:  Diverse Leaders Fellowship ,  Noble Fellowship , and  Management Accelerator Distinguished Teacher , a program to recognize and reward excellence in the classroom Instructional development series aligned to  The Noble Classroom  framework, including Foundations and Rigor training At Noble, our mission is to be a catalyst for educational equity in the city of Chicago that empowers students with the scholarship, discipline, and honor necessary to succeed in college and lead exemplary lives. We know that we only fulfill this mission if we are the best place for a diverse mix of driven, reflective, and innovative educators to come, stay, and do their best work nurturing college-ready students. That is why Noble is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law. Be Noble. Join our Mission today!

About Noble Noble is Chicago’s highest-performing and largest network of public charter high schools. Our 18 schools and 1,300 employees currently serve over 12,300 students, 98% of whom are minority, 89% low-income, and 83% first-generation college goers. The School Quality and Rating Policy scores for the Chicago Public Schools rated Noble campuses as ten of the top fifteen public high schools in the city. We believe our people are the most valuable asset in preparing our students to be successful in college and lead exemplary lives. For that reason, we are looking for the best talent in education. Who We're Seeking The Dean of Instruction is responsible for leading the development of the humanities instructional staff. They lay the vision for the pathway of student academic gains. This may include, but is not limited to, direct teacher coaching, curriculum oversight, course auditing, standardized test coordination, organizing on-site professional development, and researching off-campus development opportunities. The Dean of Instruction is also responsible for maintaining and building enduring relationships with staff members and content specific department planning. The Dean of Instruction will communicate and collaborate with school leadership to ensure alignment of overall vision. Roles and Responsibilities Support ELA/Humanities teachers toward high-quality instruction Assist in summer planning including BHAG’s and all deliverables Ensure high quality planning throughout the year Observation teachers and provide feedback in regular cycles and via one-on-one check ins Employ differentiated and deliberate coaching Deliver high quality professional development to ELA/Humanities teachers Plan and lead weekly content-specific professional development Deliver professional development on all dedicated professional development days Facilitate ELA/Humanities Teams through data analysis Present ELA/Humanities academic updates and data during quarterly step-backs Lead one Guide teacher through data-driven instruction cycles Ensure that teacher thoroughly understand each assessment given and are supported in administering them Meet with teachers regularly regarding data after each NWEA and Interim Assessment Ensure that teachers use the data from assessments to drive their instructional decisions Oversee academic supports Manage Literacy Lab and ensure that it is a tool to drive scholar achievement Manage AIR time and ensure that it is a tool to drive scholar achievement Support Saturday Academy and Summer School ELA instruction Assist teachers in developing an Office Hours structure that drives scholar achievement, and hold teachers accountable to implementing effective Office Hours Support teachers in keeping LaSalle percentages low Coordinate any necessary planning for Saturday Academy and Summer School Coordinate and proctor NWEA, PARCC, and Interim Testing Develop content specific teacher expectations Hold Teachers accountable to teacher expectations Assist Principal with ELA/Humanities hiring Serve as a member of the leadership team and assist as needed (morning/afternoon supervision, LaSalle coverage, subbing, etc…) Noble Quality Non-negotiables A belief that all students, regardless of background and current ability, can succeed in high school, college, and life A belief in executing Noble’s approach to high expectations An unwavering belief that all teachers want to and will do their best when supported and developed Ownership of results for both the students and teachers in the content you support   A record of pursuing and achieving ambitious academic results A record of coaching others to achieve ambitions academic results preferred A regular practice of reflection and desire to continuously improve A bachelor’s degree Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis What Noble has to Offer A Focus on Learning : You are empowered to design your course in the way you think will best achieve results for students. Our campus leaders minimize disruptions and maximize time focused on student learning. All classes start on time and are never interrupted with announcements, copy rooms are stockpiled with paper, and over 95% of students are in attendance daily.   Robust Student Services : We believe in serving the whole child. For this reason, each of our campuses is equipped with at least one full-time licensed Social Worker and teams of College Counselors. Additionally, our students have access to a variety of enrichment and extended learning options such as night and summer school courses and internship opportunities. Active Community Involvement : Through parent advisory councils, feedback workshops, advocacy support, college enrollment guidance, quarterly parent-teacher conferences, advisory, and other engagement opportunities we invest in every student and family to build lasting, meaningful relationships. Accountability and Support : Expectations are consistent for every adult and student in the building, and we welcome the accountability necessary to achieve excellence. We are obsessed with following through on the basics and are committed to supporting, developing, and retaining high-performing educators. A Range of Benefits : We strive to be the best place to work, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Our robust and ever-evolving set of benefits includes:   Health & Wellness: A predictable  salary schedule  with opportunity for performance bonuses Competitive health benefits and paid parental leave Discounts to Noble Daycare, gym memberships, & bike-share services Free financial planning services Free 24/7 access to a licensed social worker and 3 in-person counseling services Professional Development and Recognition Opportunities: Leadership and career development programs including:  Diverse Leaders Fellowship ,  Noble Fellowship , and  Management Accelerator Distinguished Teacher , a program to recognize and reward excellence in the classroom Instructional development series aligned to  The Noble Classroom  framework, including Foundations and Rigor training At Noble, our mission is to be a catalyst for educational equity in the city of Chicago that empowers students with the scholarship, discipline, and honor necessary to succeed in college and lead exemplary lives. We know that we only fulfill this mission if we are the best place for a diverse mix of driven, reflective, and innovative educators to come, stay, and do their best work nurturing college-ready students. That is why Noble is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law. Be Noble. Join our Mission today!

Position Overview The  Associate Director of Career Success   will lead our region’s career strategy to integrate career awareness, exposure and placement into jobs with family-sustaining wages, benefits, and options for KIPPsters to progress in their career of choice.  This is a leadership role with an exciting opportunity to innovate on our current career programming that will focus on transitioning students to a strong first job in their field of choice. This strategy will include building professional partnerships to increase job access for students and alumni, developing and refining multiple pathways to careers that allow them to lead choice-filled lives in the competitive world. The Associate Director of Career Success will report to the Director of KIPP Through College and Career and will work collaboratively with the Associate Director of College Success. The ideal candidate for this position has a background in career counseling/advising, workforce development and/or college persistence/college access advising. This individual must possess strategic planning skills, as well as outstanding written and verbal communication skills. They must have a demonstrated interest in serving educationally underserved students from historically marginalized communities and is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to support our students through college and career. Primary Responsibilities Include: *General responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Develop and oversee career programming at KIPP Through College including, leading team to meet career goals, building external partnerships, managing career communication to alumni and leading team members with the execution of the following career programs; Career Day, Alumni Internship Program and Alumni Mentorship program. Increase programming to integrate career awareness, exposure and immersion opportunities into the high school experience and Career and Technical Education. Manage and coach KTC Career Support Staff members (managing up to 2-3 individuals)  to ensure they meet and/or exceed performance goals and expectations for a healthy team dynamic. Practice healthy communication and embrace productive conflict to form trusting relationships, to collaborate, offer feedback and guidance, and to motivate and inspire others. Develop and provide career-focused professional development to KTC team members Establish and maintain external partnerships with career development organizations (i.e. MLT, Braven, Concourse, Year Up, etc), and organizations with internship pipeline programs in the private and nonprofit sector, as well as other career mentorship programs Develop and oversee workforce development partnerships and programming (certification programs in healthcare, IT and other in-demand fields with track records of placement into jobs with family-sustaining wages, benefits, and options to progress in their careers). Design and maintain alumni communication through weekly Career Newsletter and KIPP Bay Area Alumni Group on LinkedIn and regularly post job opportunities. Rigorously monitor KIPP alumni employment through Salesforce, using career advisor data for regular reporting and sharing of data to stakeholders Coordinate with KIPP’s regional, national, and Foundation staff to develop career program and share best practices.   KIPP Through College Team Participation Attend and participate in all KTC team meetings, Alumni Advisor Work Group meetings, KTC Persistence Manager team meetings and Regional Support Office team meetings Attend and participate in the KTC Leadership Community of Practice and/or Regional Support Office New Managers training sessions Plan and participate in weekly one-on-one meetings with manager and direct reports to maintain healthy team dynamics and drive indisputable impact for students Requirements Qualifications: Positivity, optimism and a solutions-oriented mindset Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area’s mission and values Commitment to working with educationally underserved student and families from historically marginalized communities Commitment to continuously learning how to lead for equity to ensure students and teammates thrive Knowledge of Career Development for first generation, educationally underserved college graduates Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals and to initiate process improvements Goal-oriented, with strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a wide range of people including teachers, counselors, parents, students, and administration teams Outstanding written and oral communication skills Strong working knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite Extreme flexibility, strong work ethic, and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate joining a growing and constantly improving team Experience in managing staff and projects with a documented track record of personal and professional success Self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in education, counseling, youth development or a related field required, Master’s degree preferred. Experience in leading high-performance teams and managing a diverse team Knowledge of Career Development for first generation, educationally underserved college graduates from historically marginalized communities Demonstrated results driving partnerships with workforce sector Experience working in career counseling or youth development Previous experience in using data to drive decision making Experience managing projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders Compensation KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

Organization Overview: Blyth-Templeton Academy is making 21st century learning and outcomes accessible to all by building a family of quality, affordable private schools. The BTA model provides a boutique high school experience that positions extraordinary, empathetic full-time and adjunct teaching talent to use block teaching and the city as a campus to maximize learning and minimize tuition. Founded in 2015 in Capitol Hill, Blyth-Templeton Academy is a powerful answer to the question of what school should look like to position high school graduates to thrive in college, career and life in the 21st century. With an average class size of eight, and a maximum school side of 125, BTA’s academic program is built around three academic blocks of two hours and twenty minutes that foster deeper and experiential learning. While other schools spend millions every year on facilities, and increase tuition accordingly, BTA utilizes D.C.’s thousands of extraordinary educational assets as its campus—easily accessed from our home in the historic Hill Center, two blocks from the Eastern Market Metro.   Please visit www.blythtempleton.org for additional details. Position Summary:  We are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial educator to continue to build an educational environment that combines solid academic standards, differentiated instruction and a caring and empathetic culture that is responsive to individual student needs. In this role, she/he will be responsible for the recruitment of faculty and students, the continued development of the physical space and the model. Your role as Head of School is more than a manager of the campus, but rather you are the leader of a team designed to surround and support the student. Key Responsibilities Mission Alignment Believe deeply in BTA’s mission and build an organization worthy of that mission. Personal commitment to preparing 21st century learners. Student-Driven Academic Environment Oversee student safety, agency, and outcomes as well as the daily operation of the school. Dedicated to creating an environment within the campus that fosters an atmosphere where students and teachers can experience innovative, supportive and experiential learning. Strong Culture Builder & Leader of Adults Manage a small but nimble team consisting of the Academy Dean and Operations Coordinator, as well as the campus budget. Cultivate a culture of “Excellence in Teaching,” and a healthy school atmosphere that defines, supports, achieves and articulates extraordinary student outcomes. Recruit, coach and retain effective teachers as required, working to ensure exceptional course outlines, assessment and evaluation. External & Community Relationships Drive student recruitment in a way that ensures BTA remains socio-economically and culturally diverse by design. Serve as the primary spokesperson for the school in the D.C. community with regards to parents, advocates and other school leaders. Additional Responsibilities: Assist with curriculum development and manage teacher training for the campus. Conduct student entry interviews drawing upon input from Admissions and the President. Work with the Dean to interface with parents and families with respect to issues (absences, behavior) as required. Maintain appropriate liaison with local landlord and service providers as required. Oversee the learning management and student information systems on a per term basis including transcript updates. Ensure that ongoing student reporting requirements are met, as well as compliance with all company and accreditation policies and procedures as they affect the campus. Work with the Director of Community Service on campus-wide community service initiatives and events. Prepare and execute campus orientation programs, information sessions and other special events. Assist in counseling students in secondary course selection over an academic year of four two-month terms. Assist in counseling students on post-secondary plan including university applications. Qualifications: A love of learning, entrepreneurial spirit, and unsurpassed written and oral communications.  This is a position for an independent learner who is committed to student-centered, experiential learning; someone who likes to experiment, evaluate and improve on everything they do; someone who has a deep respect for all young people; someone who has empathy for the challenges they face in their lives. In addition, we seek inspired individuals with: Undergraduate degree, Masters degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years teaching experience. Significant education management experience, proven school leaders preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong leadership skills and proven track record of working effectively at the secondary school level. Excellent computer skills. The ability to flourish in a fast-paced environment. Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience. In order to attract highly qualified candidates, we offer a competitive benefits package, including base salary, equity options, health care benefits and professional development opportunities. Blyth-Templeton Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

School Overview Endeavor College Prep is a transitional kindergarten through eighth-grade charter school serving the historically underserved neighborhood of Boyle Heights. Among our early accomplishments are a 2012 California Distinguished School Award and a #8 ranking in USC’s 2013 list of top charter schools in the state. Our student population is 100% extraordinary, 97% Latino, 95% free/reduced lunch, 38% English Language Learners, and 14% of our students receive special education services.    Our team is made up of a highly collaborative group of teachers and staff who share a passion for closing the achievement gap. We use a co-teaching structure in elementary and team teaching in middle school after the successful Uncommon Schools and Achievement First schools on the east coast. We have high expectations for academics and discipline, and simultaneously value joy in the classroom, making learning fun for our scholars and teachers. In September of 2017, we moved to a brand new, beautifully renovated campus in Boyle Heights just across the LA River from the Arts District.    Position Summary The Director of Special Education Services role at ECP is integral to supporting our ECP vision. This role assists special education staff and provides consultation and IEP coordination; provides leadership to principals, teachers, and support personnel to ensure legally compliant and instructionally effective services for students with disabilities; and provides professional development support to ECP staff.   A Director of Special Education’s primary duties include: ● Creates plans, provides curricular resources and technical assistance for and assesses the effectiveness of the program for students with exceptional needs ● Ensures the use of best practices in the implementation of pre-referral behavioral interventions, positive behavioral interventions as outlined in the IEP, and the implementation of behavioral support and intervention ● Provides leadership in the area of curriculum, instruction and modifications/accommodations for students with diverse learning needs ● Participates in professional development, provides training and support to Special Ed Team to enhance instruction for students with social communication, behavioral and learning challenges ● Assumes responsibility for appropriate identification, educational programming, and services for special education students  ● Ensures due process requirements are met to complete the appropriate development of IEPs and provide ongoing monitoring to ensure IDEA compliance ● Evaluates the members on his/her team and provides guidance to the Principal in the supervision of special education team members ● Completing other tasks as directed by Principal or Assistant Principal  Qualifications General Qualifications for All Endeavor College Prep Faculty & Staff All faculty and staff must possess a firm belief in our mission and core instructional beliefs, exemplary personal character, and critical professional qualifications.  Ideal candidates for employment at Endeavor College Prep, regardless of their position, will consistently demonstrate the following: ● Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill Endeavor College Prep’s mission ● Embodiment of Endeavor College Prep’s PRIDE values -- preparation, respect, integrity, determination, and enthusiasm ● Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks ● Ability to effectively handle challenging situations with students, parents, and faculty ● Desire to work as a member of a collaborative team ● Willingness to have frequent and honest dialogue about job performance ● Model lifelong learning by engaging in individual professional development ● Demonstrate commitment to academic excellence and high standards -- for themselves, their students, and their colleagues ● Experience working with urban student populations ● Strong oral and written communication skills ● Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement ● Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications ● Regular, punctual attendance, and professional appearance      Specialized Qualifications ●CA Education Specialist Credential and CLAD certification (required) or CA Related Service Provider Credential/License (School Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.) ●Minimum 7 years of demonstrated leadership, part of which shall have been supervisory (preferred) ● Masters Degree in Special Education or related field (preferred) • CPI certification (preferred) ●CA Administrative Services Credential (preferred) ●Bilingual (preferred) ● Experience teaching in an urban setting with proven academic results  

The Strategic Data Project (SDP) is an initiative of the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University. The SDP Fellowship program helps school system leaders use data and evidence in strategic decision-making to improve public education. By placing Fellows in school systems and education organizations across the United States, SDP provides a unique entry point for passionate quantitative researchers and data strategists who want to make a difference.  SDP Fellows are placed in full-time roles at host agencies including school districts, charter management organizations, state education departments, foundations, and education nonprofits. As a fellow, you and your host agency will develop clear priorities and plans for using data and build organizational willingness to use data for decision-making.  In the past, fellows have tackled projects in one of the following focus areas: program evaluation data visualization early warning indicator systems data management governance survey design and analysis data dashboards student pathways and postsecondary success teacher quality   Fellows also participate in a tailored curriculum in measurement, analysis, leadership, and education policy delivered by Harvard-affiliated researchers and practitioners. Join a powerful, growing community of forward-thinking data advocates and leaders in more than 20 states and 100+ education organizations. READ MORE TO BECOME AN SDP FELLOW (2019-2021) AT: https://sdp.cepr.harvard.edu/fellowship

POSITION : Content Specialist  REPORTS TO : Content Director  POSITION TYPE : 12-month  LOCATION :   YES Prep System Office THE CHALLENGE  Across the nation, only half of all students from low-income communities graduate from high school and only 10% earn a college degree. Even though 85% of our students are economically disadvantaged,  YES Prep  provides evidence that different outcomes are possible. Eighty-seven (87%) of YES Prep alumni matriculate to college within one year and alumni like  Eddie Zapata  are earning their college degrees at five times the rate of their peers with similar socioeconomic backgrounds. How do we do this? Each of YES Prep’s 18 campuses  serves 6th-12th graders like  Monique Bowie . Students typically enter YES Prep one or more grade levels behind, but quickly find themselves on a different life trajectory. This is a result of transformative relationships with teachers and leaders, and access to excellent educational opportunities.  As the first minority-majority city, Houston’s schools cannot keep up with demand from students like Eddie and Monique. Houston is the 4th largest city (on track to become the 3rd), and this booming population translates into 2,000 families on YES Prep’s waitlist. YES Prep’s student enrollment is estimated to grow 31% between now and 2023 (from just over 13,000 students currently to 17,000).   THE OPPORTUNITY  YES Prep needs a dynamic Content Specialist, with a diverse set of experiences, to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, build transformative relationships, and eliminate educational inequities to advance social justice.   To put it simply, you will ensure our students experience a rigorous academic program that increases achievement and better prepares them for college success by creating high-quality, aligned curriculum, assessments, and professional development in your content area.  THE ROLE  When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:  Exemplary Teaching   Model effective teaching practices through daily instruction on a campus (2 periods)  Directly and positively impact student achievement in your content area  Develop, refine, and share best practices and curricular resources through regular application and reflection  Curriculum and Resource Development  Remain up to date on standards, pedagogy, and assessment methodology for your content  Create and manage creation of aligned, effective unit plans and key resources for designated courses, setting a standard for rigorous and meaningful daily instruction designed to reach all learners, leading to strong system-wide academic results and support implementation of these resources  Work with Content Director to build strong vertical alignment across the content team that leads to college-readiness in your content area  Assessment Writing and Data Analysis  Create and manage creation of aligned, effective, and valid unit and semester assessments for all courses to monitor progress towards ambitious student achievement goals  Internalize and utilize up-to-date student achievement data to drive planning and support; communicate key takeaways and recommendations to teachers and leaders  Support and Develop Fellow Educators and Leaders   Plan, coach teacher facilitators, and facilitate effective Content Days leading to teacher development and collaboration  Collaborate meaningfully with others, such as Special Education team members, Literacy Specialists, and instructional leaders to ensure instruction and teacher support is aligned  Regularly design and facilitate professional development sessions for teachers and/or instructional leaders  THE PERSON  We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:   MUST HAVES  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution  A minimum of 3 years of exemplary teaching experience  Texas Teaching Certificate in your content area  Knowledge of current curricular and assessment strategies specific to your content area  Skills and experience in leading adults and facilitating professional development  Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools  Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback  Demonstrated ability to work on a team  Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once  Ability to maintain emotional control under stress  THE PERKS   Compensation   – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.  Health and Supplemental Insurance –  A $0.00 medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc.  Retirement Plans  – Participation in  Teacher Retirement System of Texas  and a  457 Retirement Plan   Paid Time Off – 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures of our  Academic Calendar   Paid Leave Programming  – In the event you need to be out due to a medical reason, YES Prep offers up to 12 weeks of full paid leave  Professional Development  - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time through our  Commit to Five  program. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing  professional development .   Award Winning  Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named  Houston’s Best Place to work  in 2018. We won the  2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education  and were a 2016 finalist as well.   WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO EQUITY & DIVERSITY  YES Prep strives to recruit a diverse team of leaders. We believe there is a transformative academic and social benefit for students when their teachers and leaders reflect a diversity of backgrounds. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of staff members agree that the organization provides a welcoming environment given their background and identity according to our latest system survey.  YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.  THE NEXT STEPS   If this sounds like your just right job, please apply  here .  If you are not sure this opportunity is for you, are simply curious, or know someone who would be perfect, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team to be connected to a recruiter at  [email protected] . 

About the Role: The Curriculum Resource Manager keeps all of Population Education’s K-12 teaching resources current, oversees the creation of new curriculum items, ensures that all of the materials are aligned to professional educational standards for multiple subject areas, and promotes the resources to teachers through a variety of marketing strategies. More information about the program is at www.populationeducation.org .   Responsibilities include: Oversee updates of all Population Education downloadable lesson plans for elementary, middle and secondary levels. This includes developing and managing a schedule of when updates should be done, which staff should assist in the research and writing of the updates, and implementing the changes in online files for upload to Population Education websites. Work with the educational team to conceptualize new curriculum offerings and plan steps for development and implementation. Work with a third-party vendor that aligns Population Education curricula to state and provincial curriculum standards to ensure the alignments are accurate. Market curriculum through a variety of strategies. This may include print and online educational publications, social media, blogs, promotional materials for educator conferences, email nurture campaigns, etc. This is done as part of coordinated campaigns, working with other program staff and marketing consultants. Assist in supervising interns and paid fellows. Skills and Experience: A. or B.S. and a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience (teaching, curriculum development, project organization). Ability to write effective and engaging classroom activities on a wide variety of topics. Experience working within and meeting requirements of national and state standards frameworks. Strong computer skills (experience using InDesign a plus). Strong editing skills and attention to detail. Knowledgeable about current trends in K-12 education and best practices in developmentally-appropriate teaching.   Competencies and Personal Qualities Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work as a team member in a collaborative, fast-paced program. Ability to juggle many tasks at once and meet strict deadlines. Ability to travel frequently and independently throughout the school year (Driver’s license a must.) Good sense of humor, creativity and flexibility. Understanding of and enthusiasm for environmental, population and reproductive health issues. Benefits include comprehensive medical benefits, generous annual and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 401(K) plan with up to 6% match, life and disability insurance, and subsidized Smart Benefits.  Work in a collegial and supportive environment, walk to Farragut or Foggy Bottom Metro. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to [email protected] . Reference Curriculum Resource Manager in subject line. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.  Principals only.  No phone calls please.  Population Connection is an equal opportunity employer. 

The mission of the Academic Affairs Director role is to ensure the high academic achievement of all College Track students so they matriculate to and graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. Additionally, this position is responsible for implementing a high quality Academic Affairs program, managing the Academic Affairs budget, partnering with school staff to best serve students, and effectively managing full time and part-time staff members to achieve site goals. Primary Responsibilities Include: Program Development and Implementation:  Lead, design and implement high quality academic programs that result in significant gains in GPA, ACT and math readiness. Successfully implement programs and services including tutoring, summer programming, case management and ACT preparation.  Individual Student Planning and Monitoring:  Assess student data continuously and provide meaningful interventions to ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in a four-year college. Staff Management:  Hire, manage and develop a team of full-time and part-time employees who are highly effective in achieving site goals.  High School and Community Outreach and Engagement:  Develop strong and formalized partnerships with schools, district, families and community partners that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the education landscape and community, and understand impact on our students.  Financial and Resource Management: Manage the Academic Affairs program budget. Develop and oversee academic resources, including tutoring support, ACT preparation, workshop instruction, academic advising, student case management, and support for the college admission process. Projects as assigned by the Site Director.  Skills & Experience Required Minimum 3-5 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and has an empathetic approach to challenging conversations Experience in hiring, developing and supporting talent. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence Skilled at relationship building with students, families and schools. Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Manages people, project and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact. Skilled at analyzing student data and developing targeted interventions Minimum 4-year college degree (Master’s Degree preferred)  Compensation & Benefits  College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off.