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Manager - Federal Grants -  Under the leadership of the Director of Data Monitoring and Compliance the Manager is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, professional development, and technical assistance at a senior level for Title I grants management in accordance with federal regulations and guidance. Essential Functions  Provides overall leadership and technical assistance for all aspects related to Title I monitoring and compliance. Advises Data Monitoring and Compliance director on all matters related to Title I programs, policies, and initiatives Collaborates with the Director to identify priorities and needs for the purposes of developing results against system-wide and division metrics. Provides guidance, technical assistances and capacity building professional development to central office and school based staff to ensure compliance with all Title I requirements, Supervises the monitoring and tracking protocol of selected Title I components such as the spending of grant dollars, assignment of staff, and the implementation of Title I funded programs and activities. Serves as the point of contact for all MSDE and Federal monitoring activities for Title I. Completes all Title I related master plan documents, grant proposals and reports, ensuring all are submitted accurately and in a timely manner. Desired Qualifications  Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD. and 1 year of relevant experience. Five years leadership experience in K12 administration to include the direct application and/or interpretation of Title I regulations and responsibility for the management of grant funded programs. Thorough knowledge of Title I and ESEA (NCLB) guidelines and requirements.

Job Summary  The Manager - Equity position w orks in the Office of Equity to provide leadership in the development and implementation of the City Schools strategic equity plan. Provides direct support, training, and consultation for employees across the organization on topics such as, but not limited to: equity, culturally responsive pedagogy, bias, inclusion, diversity, etc. Works collaboratively with schools and offices to utilize a racial equity lens to ensure achievement for all students. Essential Functions  Supports Executive Director and the Office of Equity in providing leadership in the implementation of the Equity Policy. Supports Executive Director with managing the work of Fellows and other staff. provides support and training to staff executing high-priority district initiatives. Develops, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates training and professional development to City Schools employees to build capacity in the application of a racial equity lens. Provides leadership in providing professional development opportunities for Equity Fellows. Provides support to schools and offices on the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that support equity across every indicator of City Schools’ student success. Provides support to schools in developing and implementing school performance plans that address the predictability and persistence of gaps in student performance. Provides support to offices in developing and implementing performance plans that address the systemic focus on equity and excellence. Provides training and implementation support on building inclusive climates that honor the culture, experiences, and humanity of students, families, and community. Provides support to schools to reduce the use of interventions that remove students from the active learning environment. Desired Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree in education or related field from an accredited college or institution. Master’s degree preferred. Demonstrates expertise in leading programs serving marginalized populations, demonstrated competency in the areas of anti-racist and anti-oppression pedagogy, racial equity, educational equity, access, and cultural proficiency, restorative practices, trauma-responsiveness, and social-emotional well-being. Experience in supporting the achievement of underserved populations preferred.  Understanding of current research-based practices to include the ability to analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.