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About College Track College Track is a national nonprofit that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, students access academic, financial, and social-emotional support along with one-on-one coaching, career exposure, and other holistic growth opportunities. Our uniquely seamless, 10-year commitment to students and individualized approach are the keys to our ongoing transformative impact: College Track students graduate from four-year colleges at double the rate of their low-income and first-generation peers; and, five years after graduation, 87% of alumni earn more than their parents. Over more than 20 years, College Track has grown from a cohort of 25 students in a single East Palo Alto center to a network of 10 College Track centers across California, Colorado, New Orleans, and the D.C. Metro Area that now serve more than 3,200 students. With a disciplined approach to growth, we have increased the number of students we serve and continuously improved the quality and impact of the services we provide. By 2020, College Track will empower more than 3,650 students as they pursue four-year college degrees and celebrate 750 alumni rising in the workforce as models to their families, friends, and communities. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org  About College Track in the Los Angeles Area  This year, College Track will expand to our 12th location – in Los Angeles. The Crenshaw District/West Adams neighborhoods will be the home of our third College Track center in Los Angeles. College Track LA first opened in 2012 in the East Los Angeles community of Boyle Heights in partnership with the i.am.angel Foundation to serve students from Roosevelt High School.  College Track Watts launched in 2015 in collaboration with the Wasserman Foundation to serve students from Jordan High. Our sites offer students a safe space to succeed as members of a college-bound community. Together, our Los Angeles sites currently serve 600 hundreds of students, including college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.     Our third center, scheduled to open in Spring 2020, will recruit 75 9th graders each year from Crenshaw High School and Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School, eventually serving 500 students at a time. Our expansion allows College Track LA to reach a compelling scale and enable us to diversify our student demographics. Our Values  At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best. Position Overview  The Founding Site Director sets a powerful vision for student achievement and is responsible for ensuring that at least 90% of students matriculate to a four-year college and 70% graduate from college within six years (as compared to the national average college graduation rate of 21% for low-income students). S/he leads a team of full time and part time employees and builds and maintains the positive presence of College Track in the local community.  Primary Responsibilities Include: Site Vision and Culture:   Set a powerful vision for student achievement and family engagement; inspire the commitment of others towards the shared vision, and ensure all decisions are aligned to and support the vision. Build a strong and enduring site culture based on mission, vision and College Track’s values. Program Development and Individual Student Planning and Monitoring:   Work with program directors to assess student data continuously and ensure that students are on track and have the tools and social emotional skills they need to graduate from high school and thrive in four-year universities. Focus relentlessly on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, ensuring students graduate from high school and receive a college degree. Staff Management:   Recruit, lead, manage and develop a site team of full-time and part-time employees (paid and volunteer) to ensure the overall success of students. Build a collaborative team of individuals committed to achieving excellence and meeting site goals. Student Recruitment: Effectively develop and execute an innovative student recruitment plan. Build long lasting relationships with school administrators and teachers. Lead a strong on-campus and community relationship building effort, ensuring strong recruitment of students annually. School and Community Partnerships:   Develop strong and formalized partnerships with community based organizations, colleges, school partners and district leadership 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 be active in the educational and political landscape.  Fundraising and Development: Work in collaboration with the College Track development team to execute development activities that support long-term sustainability. Financial and Resource Management: Lead the site budgetary planning process, and manage the site’s expenses to the agreed upon budget.  Skills & Experience Required   Minimum of 7 years of teaching, school leadership and/or supporting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Leads and inspires others under a shared vision of excellence Builds relationships and communicates in ways that foster trust, value differences and further College Track’s mission Minimum 5-7 years of management experience; proven track record in successfully recruiting, hiring, leading and developing people and teams. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence Manages people, projects and oneself to achieve excellent results and expand organizational impact; highly outcomes-focused Entrepreneurial, flexible and adaptable; thrives in an ambitious, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solution Strong student advocate; demonstrated ability to listen, build relationships and learn from community, parents, and students Strong demonstration of community and cultural knowledge, including the historical and current context Unwavering belief in economic, racial and social justice; makes all decisions through the lens of what is best for the students and families we serve Minimum 4-year college degree (Masters or Doctorate Degree preferred) Experience with Crenshaw District, West Adams, South LA preferred  Compensation & Benefits College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off. To Apply  Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.           College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Director of Growth Marketing - Prepared Parents Do you love to capture hearts and minds? Are you skilled at creating and energizing a national community? We are looking for an amazing, self-starting, data-driven full stack marketer who is excited to join our new start-up,  Prepared Parents as the first hire. The Director of Growth Marketing will own the marketing funnel and execution of activities for our growing national Parent community and report directly to the Executive Director. You will be in charge of attracting site traffic, converting that traffic into new leads, nurturing those leads to close into community members and building loyalty and advocacy amongst our community members. You will also build and own the content calendar, working in collaboration with designers and the Executive Director. You'll be expected to develop and track email campaigns to ultimately increase our email marketing success. You will also own and drive our online community through engagement strategies. You will own the operations and design of the various Marketing processes and systems. You will be a part of the founding team and as a result, wear many hats and roll up your sleeves to help define and build the culture and strategy for Prepared Parents at large. Requirements: Must-haves: BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience. At least 5 - 7 years of previous online marketing experience in a fast paced environment Excellent writer Experience crafting a marketing strategy with an ability to move between visionary strategic thinking to tactical, detailed execution. Experience in B2C lead generation Proficiency in marketing automation in order to generate traffic, convert visitors into leads, and then nurture them (using dynamic workflows) into converted customers Experience managing and building content Comfort with search optimization techniques (SEO), and willingness to learn more Experience in growing an online community Self-starter who can live in a world of ambiguity in a start-up environment Loves to roll up sleeves to get work done Meets health clearance Pass the reference, background/criminal checks, per education code Preferable skill sets: Prior experience in social media, with a command of each network and their best practices Brand building Public Relations Bonus: HTML/CSS, Adobe Creative Suite, Active Campaign Here is what you will accomplish in the first month: Refine the Marketing Funnel and establish respective tracking systems Build the Content Calendar Design and Implement Email Campaigns Moderate the social media online community  Support the team with the Prepared book launch Work with the founding team to establish structures and systems on internal communications and collaboration In Three Months, you will: Regularly grow the Prepared Parents community, including generating new leads and converting site traffic Optimize our marketing automation and lead nurturing processes through email, content, and social channels. Refine and implement activities to continually engage Our Prepared Parent Community Design and implement a series of loyalty and advocacy strategies to captivate and engage our community Build And Manage the Content Calendar for All of 2019-2020 Lead the Online Community Learn and refine the marketing systems and tools Work with the founding team to establish structures and systems on internal communications and collaboration And of course, this is a start-up, so both be prepared to drive the above initiatives as well as be flexible as the needs evolve   About Prepared Parents Prepared Parents is a complementary program  anchored off of Prepared: What Kids Need For a Fulfilled Life , by Diane Tavenner, CEO and Co-Founder of Summit Public Schools An exciting new initiative to equip parents with research-based tools and resources to guide their kids towards a fulfilled life, Prepared Parents helps parents cut through the noise to make parenting, learning and school easier.  We support parents in what they do each and every day for their kids — in alignment with their Prepared values. For more information, go to www.PreparedForSuccess.org . About Summit Public Schools: Prepared Parents is a program within Marshall Street Initiatives, an arm of Summit Public Schools.  Summit is a network of public schools that prepares all students to be the best versions of themselves, to be successful through college and in the fullest ways possible—so they can each live a fulfilled life. This includes a life filled with financial security, purposeful work, strong relationships, meaningful community, and personal health. Today, Summit operates 15 public middle and high schools whose students reflect their diverse communities in California and Washington. Summit schools are consistently ranked among the best in the nation. All Summit students graduate prepared for a four-year college and our graduates complete college at twice the national average. Compensation and Benefits: Summit offers competitive salaries and benefit options for full-time employees, including covering 75% of the health, dental and vision plan costs. We fully cover life and disability insurance. We have a “take what you need” PTO policy, 11 paid holidays and 3 week-long organizational closures during the year. We strive to recruit a diverse team. Summit Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, parenthood, citizenship status, creed, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Summit will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

About College Track College Track is a national nonprofit that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, students access academic, financial, and social-emotional support along with one-on-one coaching, career exposure, and other holistic growth opportunities. Our uniquely seamless, 10-year commitment to students and individualized approach are the keys to our ongoing transformative impact: College Track students graduate from four-year colleges at double the rate of their low-income and first-generation peers; and, five years after graduation, 87% of alumni earn more than their parents. Over more than 20 years, College Track has grown from a cohort of 25 students in a single East Palo Alto center to a network of 10 College Track centers across California, Colorado, New Orleans, and the D.C. Metro Area that now serve more than 3,200 students. With a disciplined approach to growth, we have increased the number of students we serve and continuously improved the quality and impact of the services we provide. By 2020, College Track will empower more than 3,650 students as they pursue four-year college degrees and celebrate 750 alumni rising in the workforce as models to their families, friends, and communities. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact   College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.     Our Values   At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.   Position Overview   The mission of the Academic Affairs Director role is to ensure the high academic achievement of all College Track students so they matriculate to and graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. Additionally, this position is responsible for implementing a high quality Academic Affairs program, managing the Academic Affairs budget, partnering with school staff to best serve students, and effectively managing full time and part-time staff members to achieve site goals. Primary Responsibilities Include: Program Development and Implementation: Lead, design and implement high quality academic programs that result in significant gains in GPA, ACT and math readiness. Successfully implement programs and services including tutoring, summer programming, case management and ACT preparation.  Individual Student Planning and Monitoring: Assess student data continuously and provide meaningful interventions to ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in a four-year college. Staff Management: Hire, manage and develop a team of full-time and part-time employees who are highly effective in achieving site goals.  High School and Community Outreach and Engagement: Develop strong and formalized partnerships with schools, district, families and community partners that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the education landscape and community, and understand impact on our students.  Financial and Resource Management: Manage the Academic Affairs program budget. Develop and oversee academic resources, including tutoring support, ACT preparation, workshop instruction, academic advising, student case management, and support for the college admission process. Projects as assigned by the Site Director.   Skills & Experience Required  Minimum 3-5 years of teaching and/or assisting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and has an empathetic approach to challenging conversations Experience in hiring, developing and supporting talent. Creates the conditions for staff to learn, grow and do their work with ever increasing excellence 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.   To Apply  Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.       College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

About College Track College Track is a national nonprofit that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, students access academic, financial, and social-emotional support along with one-on-one coaching, career exposure, and other holistic growth opportunities. Our uniquely seamless, 10-year commitment to students and individualized approach are the keys to our ongoing transformative impact: College Track students graduate from four-year colleges at double the rate of their low-income and first-generation peers; and, five years after graduation, 87% of alumni earn more than their parents. Over more than 20 years, College Track has grown from a cohort of 25 students in a single East Palo Alto center to a network of 10 College Track centers across California, Colorado, New Orleans, and the D.C. Metro Area that now serve more than 3,200 students. With a disciplined approach to growth, we have increased the number of students we serve and continuously improved the quality and impact of the services we provide. By 2020, College Track will empower more than 3,650 students as they pursue four-year college degrees and celebrate 750 alumni rising in the workforce as models to their families, friends, and communities. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.      Our Values At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.     Position Overview The College Completion Advisor is responsible for supporting students in owning their college experience and ensuring that 70% of College Track students graduate with a bachelor’s degree within six years. The ideal candidate is a motivated, hard-working individual with experience advising, influencing and managing first-generation college students. Primary Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of college students to achieve the following:   Student Transition Support:   In collaboration with the College Completion Director, provide individualized support and create college transition plans for high school seniors to ensure students matriculate to college. Academic Achievement:   Review student data consistently. Provide direct coaching and utilize motivational interviewing techniques to ensure students make behavioral changes that lead to health and success and ultimately, are on track to graduate. Whenever possible, refer students to appropriate non-College Track resources (e.g. financial aid office, mental health center, tutoring program, etc). College Affordability:   Support students in graduating from college with manageable debt. Ensure students apply for and receive all available financial aid and scholarships. Future Opportunities:   Serve as a resource to students by connecting them to career and leadership development opportunities.   Skills & Experience Required 1-2 years of experience advising and supporting first-generation college student Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students. Strong interpersonal skills and effective at relationship building with students and families Strong sense of possibility; approaches new challenges with optimism. Reliably prioritizes the highest impact work amongst competing demands, delegates effectively, holds self accountable and produces quality work consistently Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Minimum 4-year college degree Occasional Travel may be required   Compensation & Benefits  College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off.   To Apply Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.     College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.  

Job Goal: Plan, implement, and evaluate the activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department in support of the ESC’s mission and strategies Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification Texas teaching certificate or related appropriate certificate/licensure Experience 1. Three years’ experience of campus administration, district central office, and/or experience at Region 4 2. Five years teaching experience 3. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of best practices in technology integration, copy editing, digital instructional design including synchronous and asynchronous learning environments, and both print and digital publishing modalities and management 2. Skill in short and long-term planning, project management, tracking progress, analytical thinking, conceptual thinking, and adult learning design, including the strategic delivery and measurement of training impact 3. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain morale, set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers, demonstrate initiative and persistence, set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance; act with a purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others; develop others through coaching, modeling, and providing feedback on performance 4. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external local, state and national partners that promote the building of professional learning networks and systems that support educators in re-engineering practices for digital learning and successful edtech integration Preferred Qualifications: 1. Doctoral degree 2. Mid-management or Supervisory Certificate Major Responsibilities: 1. Supervise and lead all activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department. 2. Provide visionary leadership to promote innovation and provide inspiration, support and direction to multi-functional department teams. 3. Ensure the functionality of the organizational product/project pipeline workflow to allow for efficiency of allocated time and resources so that products are developed on time and within projected specs. 4. Collaborate with other directors to communicate product/project status and collect feedback utilizing metrics from project management software; solicit stakeholder feedback regarding current/perceived barriers and engage in problem solving to identify and implement solutions. 5. Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of programs supervised and make recommendations for program revisions as indicated by analysis of collected data. 6. Direct the design and delivery of products and professional development related to the department, including the scheduling of professional development/coaching, and the production of projects, products and services. 7. Coordinate the effective communication of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department activities with both internal and external customers 8. Facilitate collaborative efforts with other departments within the Center. 9. Lead programs and initiatives with the Texas Education Agency as appropriate to ensure compliance with statewide initiatives. 10. Maintain documentation of department activities to meet all internal programmatic and fiscal requirements and all requirements imposed by the Texas Education Agency. 11. Recommend budgets to the Deputy Executive Director of Instructional Services. 12. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management Supervise all Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions personnel, including completing evaluations and conducting staff training. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional statewide travel; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.

Job Goal: Provide coordinated, direct counseling/intervention with students, consultation with families and teachers, and coordination with community agencies to support those impacted by the Santa Fe shooting. Qualifications: Education/Certification/Licensure 1. Master’s degree in counseling or another related mental health area 2. Professional license/certificate in school mental health field (e.g., Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker) Experience 1. Three years of post-license experience in assessing and providing mental health counseling/intervention services to individuals experiencing crisis and/or traumatic experiences 2. Three years of experience working in public schools 3. Experience implementing and coaching best practices of Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) 4. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Training in crisis and trauma counseling and intervention 2. Knowledge of individual and group counseling skills 3. Strong consultation skills for consulting with teachers, parents and students 4. Broad knowledge of the critical elements of the PBIS framework 5. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 6. Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff 7. General knowledge of behavioral principles Major Responsibilities: Primary 1. Provide crisis support and individual, group, and family mental health counseling to students, parents, and school staff in Santa Fe ISD and surrounding impacted districts. 2. Coordinate services with other local service providers and refer clients as necessary. 3. Perform casework service with other local service providers and refer clients as necessary. 4. Establish strong therapeutic bonds with clients. 5. Provide rationally competent, evidence-based intervention and recovery services 6. Coordinate and integrate school and community resources and refer school staff and parents to community resources where appropriate. 7. Serve as consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations that are not referred for direct district or outside services. 8. Contribute to the planning and implementations of parent involvement activities. Develop and conduct parenting training and support groups. 9. Inform students and parents of their rights and responsibilities under federal and state law including 10. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents. 11. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of counseling services and make changes based on the findings. 12. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents. 13. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. 14. Keep the principal and supervisor informed of relevant issues. 15. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. 16. Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. 17. Participate in and provide professional development for district staff. 18. Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct. 19. Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision and criticism of job performance. 20. Work in harmony with supervisory staff, faculty, and peer personnel. 21. Use professional information discreetly and judiciously. 22. Support and follow administrative and board policy. 23. Represent the school system in a positive, professional way. 24. Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons. 25. Perform other professional duties as directed by the building principal and supervisor. 26. Develop systems to access customer needs for programming and services. 27. Develop products to support school personnel with intervening in this and subsequent traumatic events. 28. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4, district personnel and community agencies. 29. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 30. Analyze data to evaluate the program effectiveness 31. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management None Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: Travel is required to multiple locations, including Santa Fe ISD and Region 4 ESC (must have reliable transportation); frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.

The Impact Director leads the creation and implementation of the site’s service and AmeriCorps member development strategies, providing the tools and resources necessary for the Impact Team to deliver high quality service that keeps students in school and on track while also developing AmeriCorps members’ leadership and citizenship skills. Job Description The Impact Director leads the creation and implementation of the site’s service and AmeriCorps member development strategies, providing the tools and resources necessary for the Impact Team to deliver high quality service that keeps students in school and on track while also developing AmeriCorps members’ leadership and citizenship skills. 1. Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) Implementation Implement a multi-year WSWC support plan that is aligned with site goals and individual school improvement plans: §   Develop AmeriCorps member (ACM) deployment plans §   Coach impact team on how to use lead measures to monitor school progress and support school efforts §   Support teams in achieving lead measures on enrollment and dosage §   Work with regional impact support team to customize WSWC to best meet individual school’s needs and maximize impact §   Participate in observation and coaching as part of an observation team with the Impact Manager (IM) §   Provide suggestions and ideas to IMs on service delivery based on interactions with school administration, teachers, ACMs § Develop hours plans and performance improvement plans for those CM’s need more support to complete graduation requirements 2. School and District Partnerships Oversee the implementation of school engagement strategy: §  Coach IMs on how to build school relationships by understanding and meeting teacher and school needs §  Support IMs in adapting the model where necessary to meet changing conditions and needs § Partner with IMs to ensure agreements are  signed 3. Corps and Staff Development Use performance management process to coach team members to meet individual development and performance goals; support IM in developing and coaching corps: §  Coach IMs on foundational competencies and strategies for success §  Support and advocate for professional development of direct reports §  Support IMs in competency coaching of ACMs §  Support Learning and Development calendar of corps, including strategy, analysis, and implementation § Advocate for and invest in own professional development 4. Compliance with Government and Grant Obligations Lead Impact Team in achieving compliance goals Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required   Management experience strongly desired Demonstrated ability to translate project goals into a plan and effectively leverage available resources to meet goals and timeline while keeping track of details Excellent communication (oral and written) and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage up, down, and across all levels of the organization Proven success building sustainable partnerships and positive working relationships with others 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.

The Site Counselor is responsible for designing and implementing a mental health support program for City Year Baton Rouge. The Site Counselor will provide direct services to AmeriCorps members as well as coordinate group sessions and Professional Development Workshops for both staff and corps. The ideal candidate is a strong and proactive independent worker with an excellent track record and strong organizational, communication and facilitation skills. This is a 10-month contract position with a maximum capacity of 45 hours per month (August-May). This contract position will report to the Executive Director of City Year Baton Rouge. Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES In order to be successful in this role the Site Counselor will: 1. Facilitate individual sessions or interventions with AmeriCorps Members for individual socioemotional support or crisis intervention. 2. Provide mental health services within the NASW code of ethics, the Mental Health Act and the ACS Code of Ethics. a. Assess client needs, risks and strengths with accuracy b. Plan, implement and evaluate effective interventions and service plans by helping clients to identify problems and possible solutions c. Use effective therapeutic communication skills (active listening, open-ended questions, non-judgmental, client-centered, empathy, conflict resolution, and de-escalation) d. Document clinical services in accordance with AmeriCorps guidelines and professional standards e. Create a termination of services plan with client and/or group upon the end of services received f. Assist AmeriCorps members with termination of services with students 3. Develop and implement the communication system to interact and schedule with AmeriCorps members. 4. Design and facilitate group sessions and Professional Development Workshops for both staff and corps as needed. 5. Assist with development of a site trauma plan and self-care plan for AmeriCorps members. 6. Provide suicide risk assessments on AmeriCorps members. 7. Work with the City Year Baton Rouge’s Learning and Development and AmeriCorps Member Experience Managers in developing trainings for corps and staff, including but not limited to trauma, self-care, etc. QUALIFICATIONS • Master’s degree in either Social Work (LMSW) or Counseling (LPC) • Specialization in Mental Health and/or Trauma • Sensitivity to private information and ability to maintain professional boundaries • Experience in working with 17-25-year-olds • Ability to work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds • Flexibility, resourcefulness, enthusiasm and high energy • Ability to work scheduled evenings • Criminal background check required In order to succeed in this role, the Site Counselor must be able to: • Manage Relationships: Strong interpersonal, mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. • Communicate: Understand the purpose of communication and use appropriate methods of communication for the situation. • Display active listening skills. • Respond to phone and email messages from City Year staff and AmeriCorps members in a timely manner. • Use discretion when sharing information. • Establish a system for information sharing and follow-up. 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.

The Instructional Coach will support the academic strategy and model that enables City Year Philadelphia to reach school and student outcome goals and consistently strive toward equity in the Philadelphia education system. Key outcomes for the Instructional Coach are: • Support and implement an inclusive & equitable academic strategy and model for the Tier One and Tier Two spaces that ensures we reach our student outcome measures in math and literacy; while incorporating our diversity, belonging, inclusivity and equity policy work • Create instructional learning experiences for corps and staff that build the skills and knowledge necessary to reach school and student outcome measures • Serve as an active member of the CYP community in order to advance the site and work toward the Long-Term Impact Strategy Responsibilities Staff Instructional Capacity & Support Develop and implement staff instructional trainings and resources to support the successful implementation of the Academic Strategy and Model Lead the Site Instructional Leadership Team and Site Instructional Rounds to ensure the consistent development of instructional leadership at the site Engage in co-observation and coaching with intentional debriefs in order to support academic model implementation, improve site instructional practices, and coach staff to improve individual practice Engage in consistent critical thinking around how internal and external systems impact our academic work with students through the lens of racism and poverty and actively work toward anti-racist, equitable and inclusive instruction for all students Corps Knowledge & Support Develop and implement corps instructional trainings and resources to support the successful implementation of the Academic Strategy and Model Engage in observation and coaching in order to support the fidelity and quality of the academic model implementation and reach student outcome goals Support data driven instruction practices at the site through supporting the school student assessment process, training and coaching on using data to inform instruction, and collaborating with Impact Analytics staff on effective data review and analysis Provide feedback on session planning and data driven instruction progress monitoring tools to improve corps practice Support AmeriCorps Members in establishing and implementing an intervention schedule that meets the intervention time requirements for the site Lead or support a ACM led site-wide event that engages students in math and literacy learning activities Support School Partnerships Support Impact Managers and Impact Directors by serving as a consistent collaborator on forming and maintaining effective partnerships Build an understanding of the climate/culture of each school that is served Attend start of the year, mid year and end of the year school partnership meetings when strategically appropriate Engage in co-observation and coaching and instructional walk-throughs with school partners when strategically appropriate to improve our instructional work at a school Support school visits and partnerships meetings as needed to serve as the instructional expert for CYP Organizational Initiatives and Site Support Participate in site and network-wide meetings and calls, providing insight, feedback, and collective problem solving. Engage in structured discussion and training on diversity, belonging, inclusivity and belonging aimed at developing stronger cultural competency, both individually and collectively as a site Partner with City Year Philadelphia’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 throughout the year, as well as additional engagement and training activities throughout the year Basic Qualifications In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Civic Knowledge & Fluency in Education Practice and Reform:  actively seeks to understand current issues and debates related to national service and education policy and the impact they have on the communities we serve; can articulate how City Year’s service helps advance education reform 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  Relationship Development:  Establishes and builds diverse, mutually beneficial, and sustainable partnerships within City Year, throughout partnering organizations, and in the communities we serve. Invests in relationships that may not address an immediate issue but further long-term objectives; balances delivery of results with relationship building Team Collaboration & Leadership:  Leverages diverse strengths of team members to achieve desired results; Coaches and empowers others to lead; Addresses and resolves team conflict swiftly and effectively. Education Strategies: Possesses pedagogical knowledge and content expertise with demonstrated ability to use data and direct observation to achieve organizational goals. Additional Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, with proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results Deep knowledge of instructional strategy, with a focused understanding of interventions for students not performing on grade level Well-versed in social emotional learning and adult learning principles Awareness of and experience in engaging in conversation and developing practices grounded in diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity Outstanding ability to communicate with diverse audiences Comfortability with both large and small group facilitation, as well as 1:1 coaching Experience working within large, urban school districts a plus Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals Efficient time management skills: ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects 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, committed to teamwork, grit and resilience 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.

Location flexible between Los Angeles, Denver, San Jose, Seattle, and Sacramento. The Regional Recruitment Director leads a team of recruiters to create a pipeline of qualified and diverse 18 - 25 year old applicants who will be successfully admitted to the City Year corps from an assigned portfolio of top tier accounts, and incubator accounts within the region. As an exemplary relationship manager, this role inspires and grows relationships at the institutional level and at the regional and national level to attract applicants well - suited to and well - prepared for City Year. As an engaging and relatable communicator, this individual coordinates and conducts recruitment visits and presentations, providing excellent customer service to leads and applicants, and serving as an ambassador of City Year values and culture. The role requires an effective staff manager and talent developer who can coach team members to meet goals and expectations. The Recruitment Director reports to the Managing Director, Recruitment and Admissions. This position has a strategic relationship with the national Recruitment and Admissions team. This role is instrumental in growing and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of regional recruiting for a national organization. Job Description Recruitment Plan Development, Implementation, and Monitoring: Work with team leadership to create a strategy to identify, recruit, select, and matriculate a diverse class of high potential young leaders ages 18 - 25 to participate in City Year while achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual recruitment goals; Secure applications from top tier accounts and strategic partner accounts; Goals based on market, national and regional relationships, historical data, and relationship strength; Inform, strengthen, and innovate recruitment process for City Year, Inc.; and Participate in or support site - based Recruitment Managers participation in Recruitment activities. Department Management: Establish strategic goals by gathering pertinent business, financial, service, and operations information by identifying and evaluating trends and options, choosing a course of action, defining objectives, and evaluating outcomes; Accomplish financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions; and Support planning and execution of quarterly regional meetings. Manage Talent: Lead and manage team based at multiple locations; Hire, develop, and retain staff through effective recruiting, on - boarding, and employee development; Responsible for overall management of team, including communication of job expectations and planning, monitoring, and evaluating individual and team performance; Additional management responsibilities include coaching, counseling, and enforcing employee policies and procedure; and Individually contribute to and impact overall team effort by performing related tasks and accomplishing goals as needed. Develop Strong Internal Relationships: Build and manage relationships with City Year Headquarters and leadership at each regional site to address the evolving needs of recruitment in a local, regional, and national context; Facilitate solutions to challenges of competing priorities, and ensure that individual site needs are met while achieving overall regional goals; Inform and implement the Senior AmeriCorps Recruitment and Selections process, working closely with Impact Operations at each site within a region. Manage Grow, and Develop Partnerships: Develop and implement a plan to build strong relationships with key stakeholders such as college career counselors, professors, administrators, high school guidance counselors, and community leaders that produce a consistent and strong applicant pool from the portfolio; and Model best - practice relationship building for direct reports.     Recruitment Events and Activities: Plan and implement 2 - 4 external engagements per week; Develop, coordinate, and conduct presentations at identified colleges and / or high schools and community organizations including career fairs, presentations to targeted student groups and classes, and tabling. This will include frequent travel and occasional evening / weekend work. Customer - focused Lead Management and Application Generation: Implement standard lead management process to identify and cultivate leads through targeted, customer - focused multi - channel (phone, web, in - person) communication that ensures that leads are well informed about City Year and the corps member experience; Utilize the established AmeriCorps member profile to identify sources of prospects with said characteristics and experiences; and Continue to engage and support qualified and high priority lead prospects through application submission. Performance Analysis and Strategy: Regularly compare activities to applicant and confirmation yield and assess Return On Investment for campus activities; In conjunction with Regional Admissions team, use established AmeriCorps member profiles to identify trends in successful applicants from portfolio schools; and Use data to report on progress and course correct recruitment activities and strategy as necessary. Regional Recruitment Growth and Development: Participate in weekly calls with the regional team to maintain connections and foster collaboration; In partnership with other members of the National Recruitment and Admissions team, work with recruitment teams and site leadership to continue building upon a regional and national recruitment and centralized admissions pool; and Travel to National Recruitment meetings and events. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent. 3 + years of relationship development with stakeholders and institutions such as colleges, high schools, clubs, and community based organizations. 3 + years of staff or volunteer management in a results - driven environment. Highly energetic, charismatic approach to engaging diverse groups, particularly young adults. Create persuasive written and verbal communication for internal and external audiences. Experience creating and managing a budget. Experience presenting to large groups. Proven experience with calendar management, event planning, and logistics experience. Proven track record of meeting performance objectives. Experience working in a team environment. Exhibit a passion for City Year’s mission and values. Ability to travel frequently within the region and to multi - day events at City Year’s headquarters in Boston. Preferred Qualifications Recruitment or service experience. Sales, customer service, or human relations experience. Volunteer, corporate, or academic recruitment experience. Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume, cover letter, and references. 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.

City Year Philadelphia is seeking an Impact Analytics Coordinator (IAC) to develop, implement, and execute a plan for effective site-level Impact data and systems management. The IAC will use and support the use of analytics and data to drive learning and continuous improvement for students and AmeriCorps members. The IAC will also support general operations of the Impact department. Responsibilities Impact Analysis and Applied Use Create and produce analytic tools and resources that support effective service implementation, answer key learning questions, and evaluate programs and performance Provide individualized tools and processes to AmeriCorps Members, Impact Managers, Impact Directors and others that strengthen service implementation and effectively monitor progress; communicate extensively about these tools and processes Collaborate with the entire Impact Department to support and influence site practice as it pertains to the use of implementation, student, school and survey data Lead short-term, internal research projects to answer key learning questions Provide data to internal stakeholders in a various formats to help enhance understanding and monitoring of site performance Data & Systems Management Collaborate with HQ and site staff to build site’s capacity to enter, secure, and access Impact data that is timely, accurate, and complete. Provide customer service, technical assistance and training on databases and systems including cyconnect, cyschoolhouse, Devereaux Student Strengths Assessment (DESSA), Holistic Student Assessment), Microsoft Excel, and internal reports Chronicle and store various data files, service and evaluation policies, and other documents in compliance with FERPA; communicate and train site staff on data transfer and storage policies in compliance with FERPA and local policies Manage relationships with HQ Eval staff and ensure site complies with national organizational needs Impact Operations Support Collaborate with service & strategy team and People & Operations Department to provide operational support to school-based team and Impact Dept events Support Learning & Development Days and other events by facilitating learning sessions, assisting with materials, technology set up, and systems support. Communicate and reinforce effective service implementation through support of department calendar, goals communication, systems creation, and school visits Collaborate with People & Operations Department to support site operations tasks including uniform distribution, mobility kit management and paycard management. Organizational Initiatives and Site Support Participate in network-wide meetings and calls, providing insight, feedback, and collective problem solving. Engage in structured discussion and training on diversity, belonging, inclusivity and belonging aimed at developing stronger cultural competency, both individually and collectively as a site Partner with City Year Philadelphia’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 throughout the year, as well as additional engagement and 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; anticipates and plans for questions 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; uses benchmarks and performance measures to track progress and intervenes to address barriers to achieving results 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; links decision to potential consequences and knows when to escalate or seek guidance Relationship Development:  Able to connect to and relate to others; Demonstrates openness, approachability, and understanding of other perspectives; Maintains and builds relationships by recognizing and responding to the needs of others. Additional Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; City Year experience a plus Outstanding ability to communicate with diverse audiences Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals Comfortability and fluency in use of data and analytics; particularly with individual and aggregate student data Fluent with Microsoft Excel; able to complete basic processes (sort, filter, design, formulas) and confident in ability to learn and master moderately advanced processes (pivot table, match index, advanced formulas) General technical acumen – desire to learn technical processes and programs (ex:  Microsoft Power BI) to solve unanticipated challenges; direct experience with Microsoft Power BI a plus 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, resilience and openness to engage in structured discussion and training on diversity, belonging, inclusivity and belonging aimed at developing stronger cultural competency, both individually and collectively as a site 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.

The Impact Director leads the creation and implementation of the site’s service and AmeriCorps member development strategies, providing the tools and resources necessary for the Impact Team to deliver high quality service that keeps students in school and on track while also developing AmeriCorps members’ leadership and citizenship skills. Job Description The Impact Director leads the creation and implementation of the site’s service and AmeriCorps member development strategies, providing the tools and resources necessary for the Impact Team to deliver high quality service that keeps students in school and on track while also developing AmeriCorps members’ leadership and citizenship skills. 1. Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) Implementation Implement a multi-year WSWC support plan that is aligned with site goals and individual school improvement plans: §   Develop AmeriCorps member (ACM) deployment plans §   Coach impact team on how to use lead measures to monitor school progress and support school efforts §   Support teams in achieving lead measures on enrollment and dosage §   Work with regional impact support team to customize WSWC to best meet individual school’s needs and maximize impact §   Participate in observation and coaching as part of an observation team with the Impact Manager (IM) §   Provide suggestions and ideas to IMs on service delivery based on interactions with school administration, teachers, ACMs § Develop hours plans and performance improvement plans for those CM’s need more support to complete graduation requirements 2. School and District Partnerships Oversee the implementation of school engagement strategy: §  Coach IMs on how to build school relationships by understanding and meeting teacher and school needs §  Support IMs in adapting the model where necessary to meet changing conditions and needs § Partner with IMs to ensure agreements are  signed 3. Corps and Staff Development Use performance management process to coach team members to meet individual development and performance goals; support IM in developing and coaching corps: §  Coach IMs on foundational competencies and strategies for success §  Support and advocate for professional development of direct reports §  Support IMs in competency coaching of ACMs §  Support Learning and Development calendar of corps, including strategy, analysis, and implementation § Advocate for and invest in own professional development 4. Compliance with Government and Grant Obligations Lead Impact Team in achieving compliance goals Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required   Management experience strongly desired Demonstrated ability to translate project goals into a plan and effectively leverage available resources to meet goals and timeline while keeping track of details Excellent communication (oral and written) and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage up, down, and across all levels of the organization Proven success building sustainable partnerships and positive working relationships with others 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.

Responsibilities • Assist the Chief Strategy and Development Officer in the  planning, coordination, and preparation of state grant applications and budgets, including Title I, Title II, School Improvement Grant, and other state and federal grants. • Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven resource allocation process. • Ensure grant budgets are aligned with network ’s strategic plan, and in compliance with all state and federal requirements. • Write applications for competitive government grant opportunities. • Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from government sources. • Develop a deep understanding of the PLA platform to ensure integrity and quality of applications and budgets. • Coordinate efforts with internal departments and outside agencies to effectively secure and renew state and federal funds. • Ensure timely submission of projects, amendments, reports, etc. • Assist with the preparation for partner/donor site visits. • Provide technical assistance for key stakeholders as assigned. • Remain up-to-date on changing laws and requirements. • Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. • Light travel to training, conferences and meetings as required. • Perform all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Qualifications • Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university, preferably Education and Business related field. • 2-4 years of budgeting, grant writing/administration experience in K-12. Successful experience in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments preferred. • Superior writing, research, and project management skills. • Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze budgets. • Knowledge of federal and state grant guidelines. Proficiency in interpreting federal law and state rules. • High proficiency with Excel. Knowledge of productivity software including but not limited to Word, spreadsheets, and web-based applications. • Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and follow through on all aspects of the position. • Adhere to the highest ethical standards. Demonstrate empathetic disposition and good judgment. • Capacity to listen to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. • Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

Summary The Grant Writer is a full-time position primarily responsible for the writing and development of response to RFPs; government grant application; and foundation proposals and reports. Background Entrepreneurial Ventures in Education is a non-profit organization working to improve the educational performance and life opportunities of children who live in underserved  communities. Our flagship program, Phalen Leadership Academies, is a school turnaround operator that works to transform underperforming schools into high-quality schools that children need and deserve. Founded in 2013, PLA is currently  serving over 5,000  children across 14 schools. Over  90% of PLA scholars are eligible for free school meals. We have developed a model that has successfully partnered with public schools and districts to raise student achievement,  consistently transforming underperforming schools into A-rated schools. Our scholars experience significantly higher academic growth both at the local level and nationwide. Core pillars of the PLA model include rigorous curriculum; a coaching cycle that grows  educators; daily enrichment opportunities; and authentic partnership with families. At PLA, we believe that with the right education, all children can fulfill their tremendous innate potential. Position Overview The Grant Writer will help maximize financial support to Phalen Leadership Academies  by developing compelling responses to operator management opportunities, and seeking foundation and government grants that can increase the margin of excellence at our schools. Working under the supervision of the Chief Strategy and Development Officer, the Grant Writer will support the achievement of ambitious business development goals through research, analysis, writing, and editing for a broad range of audiences. The Grant Writer should exemplify intelligence, logic, empathy, tenacity, authenticity, and optimism. Ideally, you enjoy utilizing the writing process to go beyond a superficial response and do not quit until you find real substance. You are suspicious of answers that seem too easy and always want to know more. You are an optimist and hold a genuine belief in the potential of our students and communities that never falters. While the combination of a background in public education and large-scale grant writing experience is not a  requirement, you should ideally have a solid track record in one of the two areas; have worked in a fast-paced, high performing environment; and be prepared  for a steep learning curve. Essential Responsibilities · Write RFI responses for school management opportunities, as well as government and foundation grant proposals. · Develop interim and final grant reports. · Prepare project budgets and write budget narratives. · Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from foundation, and government sources. · Initiate ongoing communication with key staff to analyze funding needs, gaps and opportunities. · Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven business development process. · Develop a deep understanding of program content to ensure integrity and quality of proposal writing. · Collect and synthesize information about PLA programs as needed to make strongest  case for support. · Manage efficient operational system to ensure accurate records and timely communication with funders; oversee grants calendar and maintain up-to-date database records for institutional partners. · Support fundraising for PLA’s summer learning and STEM programs. · Develop materials showing progress of PLA programs for donor updates and ongoing communications. · Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree required. · Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of writing winning proposals. · Combination of a background in public education and large-scale grant writing is highly preferred. Interested applicants should have a proven track record in at least one of the two domains and be prepared for a steep learning curve. · Successful work experience in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments. · 3-4 years of professional writing and project management experience, with a record of strong and creative problem solving. · Demonstrated superior writing, research, project management and organizational skills. · Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and handle complex tasks in a fast-paced environment. · Adheres to the highest ethical standards, demonstrates empathetic disposition and good judgment. · Ability to understand the needs and interests of public agencies and foundations in order to communicate the short and long-term goals and priorities of PLA in a manner that is aligned . · Ability to handle problems as they occur, and follow through on all aspects of the position. · Ability to analyze and synthesize data and information from multiple sources and develop comprehensive recommendations. · Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. · Knowledge of office and productivity software sufficient to function smoothly in a highly technology-based environment ( including but not limited to word processing,  spreadsheet , database, email, and web-based applications ) . · Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

About College Track College Track is a national nonprofit that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, students access academic, financial, and social-emotional support along with one-on-one coaching, career exposure, and other holistic growth opportunities. Our uniquely seamless, 10-year commitment to students and individualized approach are the keys to our ongoing transformative impact: College Track students graduate from four-year colleges at double the rate of their low-income and first-generation peers; and, five years after graduation, 87% of alumni earn more than their parents. Over more than 20 years, College Track has grown from a cohort of 25 students in a single East Palo Alto center to a network of 10 College Track centers across California, Colorado, New Orleans, and the D.C. Metro Area that now serve more than 3,200 students. With a disciplined approach to growth, we have increased the number of students we serve and continuously improved the quality and impact of the services we provide. By 2020, College Track will empower more than 3,650 students as they pursue four-year college degrees and celebrate 750 alumni rising in the workforce as models to their families, friends, and communities. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.  Our Values At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.  Position Overview The College Completion Manager provides targeted supports to students in the 9th through 12th grade, ensuring that students are prepared to apply to and ultimately matriculate to a four-year college.  Primary Responsibilities: Program Design & Implementation : Under the guidance of the CCD, design and implement learning experiences and individualized support in all grades that achieve expected outcomes for students. College Exposure : Lead high school student college exposure activities that are aligned to College Completion strategy, including college tours, college representative visits and summer programs. College Application & Matriculation:   Manage 12th grade advisory and admissions processes to ensure financial aid and college application completion, scholarship attainment, and college matriculation. Team Leadership:   Manage part-time staff to achieve high quality results aligned to the college completion site goals. New Projects:   Projects as assigned by the College Completion Director or Site Director.  Skills & Experience Required Minimum 2-4 years of experience working directly to support students to matriculate to four-year colleges Holds the highest expectations for students. Demonstrated success in motivating, influencing and managing students Strong interpersonal skills and effective at relationship building with students, families, and partners (e.g. college reps, school counselors, etc.) Strong classroom or group facilitation skills Demonstrates success in designing curriculum and project planning through backwards mapping Reliably prioritizes the highest impact work amongst competing demands, delegates effectively, holds self accountable and produces quality work consistently 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 Ability to travel and drive for college exposure events, including overnight college tours; valid California Driver’s License required Minimum 4-year college degree Bilingual in Spanish preferred Compensation & Benefits  College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off.   To Apply Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.     College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.  

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 Learning and Coaching Specialist reports directly to the Director of Learning and Development (L&D). In collaboration with other site members, a Learning and Coaching Specialist ensures through learning content development, facilitation, and coaching that our site’s Staff and AmeriCorps Members (ACMs) are prepared to apply and grow in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to track towards City Year San José/Silicon Valley’s vision, mission, and yearly goals. For site-based staff, a Learning and Coaching Specialist leverages their instructional design skills to create formal learning programs differentiated based on time on staff, department, and/or site-wide specific needs. Specifically, for the field-based Impact Department, a Learning and Coaching Specialist provides the foundational resources and formal training to support the delivery of high-quality services that ultimately increase student achievement. The Learning and Coaching Specialist leverages their educational background and influential leadership to develop the coaching skills of full-time Impact Managers and second year AmeriCorps Team Leaders, as well as improve the implementation skills of ACMs serving across 14 elementary, middle and high schools in East San José. A Learning and Coaching Specialist continually assesses training and service quality through use of both quantitative and qualitative measures. From this data, a Learning and Coaching Specialist provides insights, identifies responsive resources and training content, and refines their own work. The Learning and Coaching Specialist’s responsibilities will be split between field-based and office-based work. Job Description Responsibilities Field Service Impact & Evaluation Perform on-site coaching to Impact Managers and Team Leaders around development of coaching skills. Work collaboratively with Analytics Department in assessing impact in ACM growth and coaching. Work collaboratively with Impact Directors to ensure progress against goals leveraging data analysis and effective coaching. Staff and AmeriCorps Member Learning and Development Continue to refine coaching model to ensure instructional excellence. Share instructional best practices with Impact staff around service excellence and impact. Execute high-quality, relevant learning content for ACMs and staff ensuring alignment to learning calendar while remaining responsive to needs and service priorities. By request, support the development of school team/department based trainings and resources. Work collaboratively across departments, City Year sites, and external facilitators to ensure high relevance and effectiveness of learning. Impact Department Development and Design Assist Director of L&D in developing/refining formal learning programs, which includes but is not limited to content and resource development, in response to data trends and observed needs. Utilize data analysis and research to improve own work and to leverage in the development, innovation and enhancement of the site’s learning strategy. Engage in assigned partnerships within City Year and external that may advance our sites service model. * Other special projects and administrative tasks, as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required with a focus in Education or related field strongly preferred. Adult training content development and delivery experience. Teaching, educational instruction, and/or instructional coaching experience. Experience at Middle School or High School a plus. Experience with English Language Learners and/or Special Education a plus. Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction and improving student achievement Holds self accountable, sets high expectations for self and others, and works with and supports others (doing and modeling) to mobilize and motivate. Skill in conveying thoughts and ideas clearly, actively listens, communicates in a solution-oriented manner, and incorporates others’ views into work. Ability to establish and build diverse, mutually beneficial, and sustainable partnerships within and without City Year, balancing delivery of results with relationship building. Strategically directs critical relationships to advance City Year’s mission, while removing obstacles for City Year AmeriCorps and staff members. Strong attention to detail and proven organizational and project management skills. Thrives in diverse, high energy, and entrepreneurial environment. 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.

The Regional Admissions Manager ensures the admissions needs of the site are met, while supporting the matriculation of a diverse, prepared corps for the entire region. The role implements a consistent process that enables strategic intake, communication, customer service, process management, and placement of applicants at City Year locations. The role works closely with site staff to ensure the right AmeriCorps members are  identified to fill the needs of the site, and will serve as the site point for Orlando and should be able to work in the downtown Orlando office. Responsibilities Implement and Monitor Strategic Admissions and Matriculation Plan: Ensure talent and diversity of applicants across multiple sites within the region with a particular focus on Orlando. Customer Service Delivery: Implement a comprehensive communication and customer service plan; direct responses to general e-mail and telephone contact for City Year locally as well as regionally; respond to and route inquiries to appropriate team(s). Increase Efficiency of Application and Selections Process: Working with regional leadership to identify and establish greater alignment with Service Impact and other relevant departments. Implement Applicant Selections Process: Conduct admissions interviews and support interview days; facilitate applicant selections committees; manage applicant files; ensure AmeriCorps and City Year compliance. Develop Strong Internal Relationships: Build and manage relationships with home site corps, staff, and leadership to address the evolving needs of admissions in a local, regional, and national context; work with regional leadership to facilitate solutions to challenges of competing priorities, and ensure that individual site needs are met while achieving overall regional goals; inform and implement the Senior AmeriCorps selections process, working closely with Impact Operations at the home site. Serve as Home Site Liaison: Conduct annual interview training for selections interviewers at home site; support site leadership with real time recruitment and admissions data; provide local Recruitment and Admissions perspective in decision making process. Confirmed AmeriCorps Member Management: Implement national strategy to retain confirmed AmeriCorps members through mailings, social media engagement, and general customer service; prepare incoming corps for service expectations, identify possible attrition risks within the incoming corps, and support corps background check and registration process. Performance Analysis and Strategy: Compare site-based admissions performance and structure course correction as needed to meet interval goals; use data as a management tool. Team Growth and Development: Attend quarterly regional team meetings, events, and calls; maintain connections and collaboration. Regional Model Growth and Development: In partnership with other members of the National Recruitment and Admissions team, work with admissions teams and site leadership to continue building upon a regional/national recruitment and centralized admissions pool; travel to National Recruitment and Admissions meetings and events as applicable. Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent and 1 - 2 years of related experience. Create persuasive written and verbal communication for internal and external audiences. Experience working in a team environment. Exhibit a passion for City Year’s mission and values. Ability to travel within the South Region and to multi-day events at City Year’s Headquarters in Boston as well as an annual Recruitment and Admissions taking place at any one of the City Year sites. Preferred Qualifications Admissions, development, or 1 - 2 years of service experience. City Year admissions or service experience. Experience in sales, customer service, human relations, volunteer, or corporate. 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.

The mission of the Impact Manager (IM) role is to lead and develop corps members as a City Year team of idealistic, emerging leaders and practitioners focused on strengthening schools and supporting students as directed by the WSWC missions and practices. Reporting directly to an Impact Director, the IM role plays a critical part in implementing City Year’s school-based WSWC service model. Job Description Primary Responsibilities Service Delivery & Impact Implement City Year’s WSWC model with a high degree of quality to the right students, in the right time, at assigned schoolhouse(s). The IM will develop and manage partnerships with school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for corps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students. Corps Member Program Delivery & Experience Lead, manage, and coach a team of AmeriCorps Members to achieve service performance and standards requirements and to reach their leadership development potential. Model leadership that is animated by City Year's culture and values, and create spaces that empower corps members to access the power of our culture and values in personally meaningful ways. Guide AmeriCorps Members in developing their professional plans for the future once their service experience has concluded. The IM is also an effective talent developer who will lead corps members to have a successful and rewarding year of service through civic engagement and a citizenship development curriculum. The Impact Manager may manage anywhere between 8 to 16 City Year AmeriCorps members. Service Excellence: Impact Manager ensures that service tools are utilized effectively; school site supports a practitioner culture; Set and monitor clear, measurable weekly, and monthly deliverables for AmeriCorps members to ensure effective planning and execution of service priorities and parent/community engagement events. Service Partner Management Build and cultivate strong partnerships with teachers, principals, school officials, and other key decision makers and stakeholders. Manage implementation of school partnership agreement and conditions for success. External Relations and Site Support : Identify leaders and resources in the community to develop partnerships that support the ability of the team to implement its school-based and community-based service objectives; Work with team to manage relationships with local community organizations and neighborhood councils and direct team’s community engagement activities. Basic Qualifications Relationship Development : Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex relationships with schools and community partners. Proven ability to have tough conversations and to hold staff accountable towards their performance goals.  Manage relationships with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and corps member development. Talent Development : Proven success managing diverse teams towards a common goal. History of coaching developing talent within young people between the ages of 18-25. Executes to Results : Must have a strong record of achieving transformational results with students from low-income communities, at the classroom, school, or network/multiple-school levels. Ability to problem solve, multitask key priorities, trouble shoot and show creative problem solving when faced with perceived barriers. Communication : Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to corps members and talk about complex topics and parse them for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our corps members in service. Additional Required Experience and Qualities Needed: Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; or equivalent work experience. Candidates with a strong background and understanding of education practice and policy. Minimum 2 years of proven people management preferred. Sets high expectations for self and others they are leading and holds self and team accountable for performance goals. Able to develop diverse talent through performance plans, reviews, delegation, and leadership opportunities. Attitude Essentials—growth mindset, passion for City Year’s mission, community service, detail orientation, commitment to teamwork, commitment to Diversity, Belonging, Equity, and Inclusion. Thrives in diverse, youthful, high energy, entrepreneurial, and fast-changing environment. City Year/AmeriCorps experience a plus. 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.

In partnership with the People and Operations team, the Employee Experience Manager (EEM) ensures that City Year San José/Silicon Valley (CY SJ/SV) is building a robust and inclusive organizational culture through its recruiting, hiring, on-boarding, and engagement strategies. The EEM is a critical source of support and cohesion for the staff by enabling and empowering individuals and teams to function well. Reporting to the People and Operations Director, the Employee Experience Manager will contribute to the site’s organizational culture by facilitating and coordinating employee engagement strategies and programming. The EEM will also oversee all aspects of the end-to-end recruitment and hiring pipeline. Finally, the position will support the People and Operations department in the creation and administration of the site’s strategic plan to foster an environment committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). This is a full-time position. Job Description Responsibilities Recruitment and Hiring Management Manage recruitment and hiring lifecycle for CY SJ/SV staff positions, including interview scheduling, preparing interview materials, and maintaining candidate files Conduct phone screens and reference checks Manage onboarding processes and systems in conjunction with the People and Operations Director and Learning and Development Department Facilitate CY SJ/SV’s diversity hiring initiative Coordinate internship recruitment and hiring process Talent Management Facilitate and coordinate various staff engagement activities including creating and soliciting content for the bi-weekly Village newsletter Participate in employee engagement site councils including Joys & Appreciations Council, Beloved Community Council, and others Support the People and Operations Director in the creation, implementation, and feedback of the site’s employee engagement plan Provide Village, staff, and department meetings logistical support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Initiatives: Facilitate and coordinate the site’s DEIB Council Provide logistical support for other DEIB programming including affinity groups and lunch and learns Analyze data from employee engagement surveys to monitor programming effectiveness Thought-partner with the People and Operations Director on strategic plan development and revision of the site’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging needs Operations Support Support the People and Operations team with various operational duties including meeting setup, materials transportation, and storage locker maintenance Preferred Qualifications Employee or other engagement programming creation and facilitation experience Previous project management experience involving balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders Previous experience with diversity and inclusion best practices and/or program facilitation Proven ability to balance multiple priorities in a changing environment Strong inter-personal and written communication skills An ideal candidate would also have familiarity with Office365, PowerPoint, and Excel Ability to analyze data to draw conclusions City Year alumni and/or former/current staff are encouraged to apply Commitment to education equity and social justice Must be able to sit/work at a computer for extended periods of time 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.