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

We’re looking for a  Regional Lead, Early Childhood Partnerships/Business Development  to establish and develop new partnerships across the early childhood sector at the local, regional, state and federal levels. This role is a combination of cultivating relationships, solving problems, sales and building LENA’s presence in the sector. This role is key in supporting the accelerated expansion of LENA’s  programs .     In this role, you will:   Build a healthy funnel by recruiting and cultivating county- and state-level agencies, districts, and offices to implement LENA’s programs, especially LENA Grow, our experiential professional development program for EC teachers, and LENA Start, our evidence-based parent group program to accelerate school readiness.   Lead growth strategy development and implementation for LENA’s expansion in targeted Western US states.  Collaborate with the marketing team to support increased brand recognition and new lead generation.  Leverage and enhance the team’s understanding of the early childhood landscape  including: head start/early head start, state & county level mandates on quality, QRIS systems, and professional development initiatives.    Contribute to the refinement of LENA’s program expansion strategy.  Requirements:   Demonstrated track record of success in partnership/business development leading to substantial growth. A minimum of 8 years of professional experience, including sales, business development, engagement or outreach work, ideally in early childhood. Entrepreneurial nature with the inclination to take initiative, move quickly, and be creative. Understands the time and place for a scrappy start-up approach.  Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships across a diverse spectrum of stakeholders. A keen intellect, with a strong work ethic and a team-player attitude. Ideally based in Colorado, Texas or California  We hire and develop great people, giving them space to flourish.  Our collaborative team will help you come up to speed, and our large and growing network of partner sites provide ample opportunities to see LENA in action.  You can learn more about the environment and our core values  here .     Compensation: We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. We offer a full suite of benefits including health insurance, a matching 401(k), and generous paid time off.    If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, join our team, and change the world, please submit a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit and a resume to  [email protected]  in a single PDF.

Are you a passionate, strategic and partnership-oriented talent professional with experience in the PreK-12 education space? Are you looking for an opportunity to work alongside a variety of external education partners to help them hire talented, diverse leaders for mission-driven roles? This critical position is heavily involved in client management, talent search design, and execution on our overall talent services team and is uniquely positioned to have tremendous impact with our education sector clients and the communities they serve. ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger was founded to better address the talent needs of education organizations by making it faster, easier and more affordable to hire the skilled, diverse, mission-aligned talent our sector needs. WorkMonger is an online, profile-driven, algorithm-enabled, talent service for hiring non-teacher positions in the broader PreK-12 education sector. WorkMonger serves all types of organizations in the education sector, including public charter schools, school districts, education non-profit organizations, education foundations, education support organizations, education technology companies, state education agencies, and more. WorkMonger serves talent of all levels (entry-level to C-level) across a variety of non-classroom-based positions, including academic roles (principals/school leaders, instructional coaches, curriculum design, etc.) and non-academic roles (finance, operations, data, talent, marketing, strategy, fundraising, etc.). RESPONSIBILITIES Client Engagement & Relationship Management: (60%) Manage a portfolio of current talent searches, with a goal to close searches quickly and successfully Serve as point of contact and relationship owner for Employer clients, ensuring clear and timely communication, high quality customer service and efficient decision making Communicate effectively with Employers around search progress, timelines and activities, including co-creating search materials such as candidate profiles, interview scripts, etc. Communicate effectively with JobSeekers around the status of their candidacy, feedback and next steps so they are informed and up to date Elicit feedback from clients and job seekers, and adjust practices to best meet the needs of our Employers and JobSeekers Talent Sourcing and Selection Process Support: (30%) Source and headhunt qualified candidates, using a variety of methods including LinkedIn Recruiter, tapping personal networks and exploring innovative talent sources Seek out and establish talent sourcing partnerships with organizational partners Use our algorithm results and overall JobSeeker pool to match JobSeekers with open opportunities Design key aspects of selection processes, including but not limited to interview scorecards, interview scripts, performance tasks and overall scoring guides Execute key aspects of selection processes, including but not limited to recruitment calls, phone interviews, performance task reviews, and logistical support Team & Systems Management: (10%) Support a culture of productivity and accountability through tracking JobSeeker and Employer milestones Work with team to evaluate search data, review client feedback and engage in continuous improvements QUALIFICATIONS Primary Qualifications: Experience in the education sector required Experience with talent acquisition required Prior record of results in client management in the education sector required Strong written and oral communication skills required Additional Qualifications: A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail Strong understanding of Excel and GSuite, including but not limited to Google Drive, Docs and Sheets Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter and recruiting best practices The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline-sensitive projects successfully Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture Personal Characteristics: A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes the initiative to identify and assist in solving problems both within and beyond areas of responsibility Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and the highest ethical standards Excitement to help scale WorkMonger and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems KEY CONSIDERATIONS Compensation commensurate with experience As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Talent Matching Remote: May live anywhere in the United States

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

City Year Detroit is seeking an Impact Manager (IM) who will lead and develop a team of AmeriCorps members (ACMs) as idealistic, emerging leaders and practitioners focused on strengthening schools and supporting students to improve performance. Reporting to an Impact Director and working from a partner school(s), the IM plays a critical role in implementing City Year’s school-based Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) service model, mission, and practices. The IM is also an effective talent developer who will support AmeriCorps members through a challenging and rewarding year of service. This may be the job for you if: • You lead through your connections with others, create spaces where individuals can flourish and grow, and support them to find meaning in their work. • You are always learning. You work on your own growth and development and authentically model that work for those you lead. • You are a collaborative worker with a strong sense of ownership over your success, strategy to get there, and organization to execute on your plans. Job Description AmeriCorps Member Experience Manage, coach, and develop up to 14 AmeriCorps members though a personally rewarding year of service in Detroit Public Schools Community District, where they achieve service performance and standards requirements while reaching their leadership development potential. Model leadership that is fueled by City Year's culture and values. Facilitate ongoing dialogues that empower AmeriCorps members to relate to our culture and values in personally meaningful ways.   Build Conditions for Success in our Schools Build and cultivate strong partnerships with teachers, principals, school officials, and other key decision makers and stakeholders. Manage implementation of partnership agreement between the school and City Year Detroit. Ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for their team of AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students. Service Delivery & Impact Implement City Year’s WSWC model with a high degree of quality to a targeted group of students at the right time, at assigned schoolhouse(s). Make data-informed decisions to ensure tutoring, classroom support, afterschool programs, and school-wide initiatives align with the shared goals of the school/City Year partnership. Local and National Organizational Initiatives Participate in Blitz Interview Days Assist with Impact specific initiatives Assist with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day service projects, Opening Day, Annual Gala and other side-wide designated events. Attend overnight events including Summer Charger (a conference for all City Year Impact staff held in Boston for one week in the summer), and other local and national events. What does a typical day look like? Start of day centering meeting with team Observe and share feedback with AmeriCorps members providing interventions for students Review Student Achievement data Review AmeriCorps Member event plans, student engagement data and offer feedback Individual Meetings with AmeriCorps Members Coach AmeriCorps Members through communication challenges and conflict resolution Connect with school administration to review upcoming initiatives and mutual expectations Meet with Impact Director for your own support Host City Year's potential and current funding partners on a school tour and roundtable Attend and support After School Programs End of day centering meeting with team Basic Qualifications Experience building and growing complex professional relationships with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. Experience holding people accountable to performance goals and navigating difficult conversations. Experience managing diverse teams, particularly managing teams of early-workforce members. Ability to apply creative problem solving when faced with perceived barriers. Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to individual level and draw connections between mission and daily work. Ability to navigate complex topics and parse them for specific audiences. Additional Qualifications: 2-3 years of relevant experience, work in the education sector preferred. National service experience is a plus. Familiarity with DPSCD school system a plus. Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000 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 primary responsibility of the Impact Manager is to manage and provide support for AmeriCorps members, particularly in their roles to improve student performance through targeted academic interventions. The Impact Manager (IM) plays a critical role in implementing the City Year New Orleans’ school-based service model and will report directly to the Impact Director. The IM will manage 8-12 AmeriCorps members and serve as the primary liaison between City Year and their school. The IM will develop and manage partnerships with school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for AmeriCorps members to deliver high-quality interventions and support culture and climate initiatives. The IM will also work with school staff and AmeriCorps members to implement after-school programming. The IM is school-based, and spends about 80% of their time working out of their placement school. Job Description AmeriCorps Member Management: The IM is responsible for ensuring their team has the skills, knowledge, experiences and mindsets necessary to increase student outcomes. Team Leader Management: The IM effectively manages Team Leaders (Second Year AmeriCorps Members) to support service and partner relationships and the AmeriCorps members. AmeriCorps Member Development: The IM regularly observes and coaches ACMs on their instructional practice. The IM is also responsible for ensuring their team is professionally developed by designing, coordinating, and delivering leadership trainings for their team. Program Development: The IM works collaboratively with IMs from other schools to lead site-wide initiatives and projects. Impact: The IM is responsible for effective and timely collection of data as well as using data to make action plans and program improvements. After School Program: The IM is responsible for coordinating high-quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school programming with their school leadership team. School Leadership and School House Support The IM serves as a member of their placement school’s leadership team and may have a role in whole-school support. Response to Intervention (RTI) Administration The IM works alongside their school’s RTI coordinator to ensure the quality of ACM interventions and maximize student impact. School Partner Management: The IM is responsible for building strong and sustainable partnerships with all school-based stakeholders, including administrators, content specialists, and teachers. Qualifications Works effectively in fast-paced and dynamic environments Demonstrates grit and tenacity during challenging times Pursues self-directed and continuous learning Demonstrates time management, organization and the ability to multitask Exhibits a growth mindset Demonstrates flexibility and patience Thrives in a team-oriented workplace Understands current issues related to national service and education policy and the   impact they have on New Orleans communities and schools Aware of importance of outreach, relationships, and partnerships in advancing organizational  mission Thrives in a highly collaborative environment Bachelor’s Degree required, candidates with City Year or AmeriCorps experience given special consideration Competencies 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 a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and AmeriCorps member development. Talent Development: Proven success managing diverse teams towards a common goal. History of coaching/leading young people between the ages of 20-25. 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, trouble-shoot, and show creativity when faced with perceived barriers. Communication: Ability to translate mission and vision from organizational level to AmeriCorps members and talk about complex topics and vary their messaging for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our AmeriCorps members in service. 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.

Reporting directly to the Program Director, as a member of the Program and Service team, the Program Manager (PM) plays a critical role overseeing successful implementation of City Year Los Angeles’ school-based service model. In this role, the PM manages a team of up to 16 City Year AmeriCorps members at their designated school, where they spend the majority of the work week. The PM is an effective talent developer who will lead AmeriCorps members to have a successful and rewarding year of service through civic engagement and a citizenship development curriculum. The PM develops and manages partnerships with the school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students throughout the school day. The PM also works with school staff and AmeriCorps members to implement after-school programming. Multiple Program Manager roles are open (6+). This position announcement will remain posted until all positions are filled. The target start date for these open positions is June 24, 2019. City Year values and continuously works to build an equitable and inclusive culture where diverse people feel they belong. People and Partnership Management AmeriCorps Member Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with ACMs by creating an environment of open and honest two-way communication; provide both positive and constructive feedback and coaching to support ACM professional development in the civic leadership competencies; Ensure the professional accountability of all team members, including Team Leaders (TL), through ongoing one-on-one check-ins, formal performance reviews, and consistent implementation of the professional accountability system. Team Leader Management: Effectively manage and leverage Team Leader experience to support service delivery; engage school administrators and partner teachers; coach and provide feedback for TL professional development. School Partner Management: Build strong and sustainable partnerships with all school-based stakeholders, including parent councils; Program Manager ensures that Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) platforms are understood and implemented; reinforce commitment to shared goals with school leaders and deliver on City Year’s contributions.  External Partnership Management: 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; support City Year Development department in securing and engaging team sponsors AmeriCorps Member Experience Observation and Coaching:  Actively support AmeriCorps members in service with regular observation and coaching; AmeriCorps members are coached and managed to meet performance standards for service excellence and inspirational standards that are expected of all City Year members. Team Development: Ensure team is well-developed, strong, connected to their work, and the organization; Program Manager is well respected by AmeriCorps members and is an effective leader of the team; PM supports professional development of AmeriCorps members by effectively facilitating content to groups of 8-40. Community Awareness: Engage team in activities and experiences that deepen their understanding of the communities in which they serve; leverage City Year Values and frameworks to help AmeriCorps members develop perspective on their role in the school community; work with team to understand the resources provided by local community organizations that may benefit students and the school community.   Program Fidelity Service Model Fidelity: Use Whole School Whole Child model with fidelity to enhance service quality and maximize impact; ensure 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. Results & Outcomes: Ensure effective and timely collection of data through the administration of summative and formative standardized assessments, implementation of quantitative and qualitative evaluation tools, and that evaluation results are used to make service and program improvements. After School Program: Lead City Year team to provide a high quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school program; collaborate with school partners to ensure the successful launch of the program; routinely monitor all elements of the program for quality and make necessary adjustments.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent work experience 2-6 years of work experience A least 1 year of management experience with strong track record of results: Setting high expectations and holding self and team accountable for performance goals Developing diverse talent through performance plans, reviews and leadership opportunities Using progress and outcome data to inform team management Ability to meet deadlines , plan ahead, and manage competing priorities in a fast paced and diverse team environment Tenacity and flexibility in the face of challenges; working in high-need environments Experience setting-up structures for effective teams and ability to delegate effectively and appropriately Strong track record in building and maintaining productive relationships with key stakeholders Passion for service and the City Year mission Background in education is a plus City Year/AmeriCorps experience is a plus Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Executes to Results: City Year is a very data-informed organization and all staff members are held accountable to performance metrics.  These metrics are used to ensure that our organization is achieving transformational results with students.  These outcomes are also central to our federal and state grants, as a mechanism for ensuring the effectiveness of City Year’s program.  Successful applicants must understand and be able to articulate the importance of utilizing a data-informed approach to provide excellent program services.  Desire to Learn: City Year has a unique service model and organizational culture.  Successful applicants will have strong experience and a proven track record of success in the above areas, but must also be willing and eager to continue to learn and must be self-aware of their areas for continued professional growth and development.  Communication: Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to AmeriCorps 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 AmeriCorps members in service. Models authenticity and powerful vulnerability, letting down their guard while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Grit and Resilience: As a direct service program, City Year AmeriCorps members and Program Managers are faced with challenging and emotional circumstances during their in-school service.  Program Managers must be able to lead their teams through these emotional circumstances; they must demonstrate resilience to support AmeriCorps members while also ensuring that the team continues to maintain focus on addressing the needs of our students and communities.   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 Boston is seeking an Individual Giving Director who will lead efforts to secure financial support from individuals and families in the Boston area as well as manage the Individual Giving team. The Individual Giving Director partners with Site Leadership and the Development team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donors and family foundations. The Individual Giving Director will focus on building the overall individual donor base to raise increased resources, and ultimately, serve more students in Boston. This position reports to the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing and manages two Individual Giving Managers. The Individual Giving Director will work collaboratively with the Major Gifts Officer, Executive Director and the Development & Communications team to raise the profile of City Year Boston and our individual giving programs and work seamlessly with the Major Gifts Officer to cultivate, solicit and steward a robust pipeline of Red Jacket Society prospects. Responsibilities Donor Acquisition Strategy: Create and implement a strategic plan for identifying and cultivating new individual donors, with a goal of securing $8M in total individual/family foundation support at scale. Take lead on soliciting leadership gifts and multi-year investments and collaborate with corporate team to leverage individual support from corporate partners. Donor Recognition and Ongoing Engagement: Ensure proper and timely recognition of donors and ongoing stewardship. With support of Development Operations team, maintain accurate records and donor information in database. Events:  Lead the individual giving team to leverage City Year Boston events to increase individual giving, such as the specialty breakfasts, gala fundraiser, service days, and school visits.  Oversee the Gala Committee to maximize attendance and revenue of CYB’s annual gala. Senior Staff and Volunteer Partnership:  Staff lead for Seven Generations Board to engage volunteers in raising visibility and resources for CYB.  Leverage the Executive Director, other senior City Year staff locally and nationally, and the City Year Boston Board and Development Committee to deepen and solidify individual donor relationships. Community Representation:  Represent City Year at corporate and community functions to establish and deepen potential and current donor relationships. Additional Individual Donor Activities:  Manage and support Individual Giving Managers to execute fundraising events and manage portfolios; lead the Annual Fund/Appeal and implement other new and innovative strategies to raise more revenue. Donor Management/Revenue Generation: Work closely with the Development team and Site Board to build a prospect portfolio and ensure the flow of prospects into the giving pipeline, from identification through stewardship. Collaborate with Major Gifts Officer on strategies to identify, cultivate, and solicit leadership-level support and multi-year commitments from new donors. Support the efforts of volunteer committees to identify and solicit prospects, with a specific focus on the annual dinner and specialty market events. Engage 3-5 donors per week, on average, through emails, calls and visits at their homes, offices, and events in the Boston area. Document and maintain clear and timely records and call reports to track contacts, donor giving, notes, and assist in the maintenance of an accurate database.  Management of the Individual Giving Team Manage and coach a team of high-functioning development professional in support of annual private revenue goal. Manage, retain, and as necessary, hire additional development professionals within the Individual Giving team. Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer and the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing to create strategies to identify and secure new individual supporters, fully leverage existing relationships, and increase multi-year commitments. Support all Individual Giving efforts, including major gifts, annual giving, events, campaigns, young professional Seven Generations Board, and alumni and parent giving.  Program & Volunteer Management Work with the Development staff and volunteers to develop, execute and evaluate strategies to engage individual donors through outreach, education, invitations to special events, and personal contacts. Lead the development team to leverage existing and future City Year events, such as the annual dinner, specialty-market events, and other select gatherings, to raise awareness and to secure financial resources for our work. Collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Director and Development Operations Director to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgements related to cultivation and stewardship of donors and prospects. Recommend new engagement opportunities and implement best practices for future activities and strategies. Organizational Initiatives & Site Support Work closely with fellow Development team members to understand priorities and business goals, and develop strategies to meet the organization’s needs. Serve as a powerful City Year Boston representative at local events and community functions. Serve as a member of the DevComm Leadership Team providing strategic insight into site priorities Partner with City Year Boston’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 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 Executes to Results:  accomplishes tasks on time with high quality; accepts accountability and takes initiative; designs and plans to work to achieve desired results; prioritizes work and multitasks effectively; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable Problem Solving and Decision Making: applies knowledge, experience, creativity, and critical thinking in solving challenges; looks beyond the obvious for answers; uses sound judgment to make well-informed, ethical decisions Relationship Development:  uses interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advance City Year’s mission; demonstrates cultural/diversity competence; builds trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year; demonstrates personal presence and confidence when working with partners Team Collaboration & Leadership:  values individual perspectives and encourages sharing of information and ideas; provides inspirational leadership that mobilizes diverse groups towards achieving goals; builds systems and structures to facilitate collaboration across the organization Resource Catalyst:  generates commitments of time, resources, and advocacy from a broad range of City Year stakeholders; leverages personal networks on behalf of City Year Additional Qualifications Minimum of five years individual fundraising experience with proven track record of securing gifts of $10K+ Strong knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, particularly individual giving, and a proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results and meet fundraising goals Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of staff and volunteers to meet fundraising goals Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours, such as early mornings, evenings and weekends Ability to adapt and excel in diverse, high energy, entrepreneurial, and rapidly-changing environment Passion for education and youth development Attitude essentials: growth mindset, passion for City Year’s mission, detail-oriented, committed to teamwork, grit and resilience AmeriCorps/City Year alumni who meet the minimum direct fundraising experience are encouraged to apply To Apply Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume with cover letter and any salary requirements (written in the cover letter).  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 mission of the Impact Manager (IM) role is to lead and develop AmeriCorps 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’s role plays a critical part in implementing City Year’s school-based WSWC service model. Job Description 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 AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students. AmeriCorps 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 AmeriCorps members to access the power of our culture and values in personally meaningful ways.  The IM is also an effective talent developer who will lead AmeriCorps members to have a successful and rewarding year of service through civic engagement and a citizenship development curriculum. The IM will manage up to 20 City Year AmeriCorps members. 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. 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 a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and AmeriCorps member development. Talent Development : Proven success managing diverse teams towards a common goal. History of coaching/leading young people between the ages of 17-24. 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, trouble shoot, and show creative problem solving when faced with perceived barriers. Communication : Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to AmeriCorps 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 AmeriCorps members in service. Additional Required Experience and Qualities Needed: Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; or equivalent work experience. Candidates with a background in education preferred. Sets high expectations for self and others s/he is leading and holds self and team accountable for performance goals. Able to develop diverse talent through performance plans, reviews, and leadership opportunities. Thrives in diverse, youthful, high energy, entrepreneurial, and fast-changing environment. Qualified applicants should complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter.  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.

Are you a strategic, data-driven, highly organized and collaborative individual who is passionate about communication? Are you looking for experience in human resources or to advance your HR career? This critical administrative position is heavily involved in electronic communication with our JobSeekers and supports our overall talent services team through talent matching, search design and communication.   ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger is an online service that aims to transform the way organizations and find each other for non-teaching roles in the US education sector. WorkMonger provides a more personalized and expedited hiring process by using a combination of our advanced matching algorithm, technology, and personal expertise. WorkMonger exclusively supports the broader PreK-12 education sector in the United States, including school districts, charter schools, non-profits, technology companies, policy organizations, support organizations, and more.   RESPONSIBILITIES Communications and Customer Engagement: (60%)  Manage the overall digital communication process for sharing opportunities with our pool of 35,000 JobSeekers, including large-scale GMASS campaigns and one-off communication Manage three different inboxes, including high amounts of daily, urgent inbound communication  Solicit feedback from JobSeekers and Employers to ensure we are providing high-quality service Talent Matching and Hiring Support: (30%)  Use our algorithm results and overall JobSeeker pool to match JobSeekers with open opportunities at our Employer partner organizations  Develop and use strong candidate profiles for open roles that impact how we match and source talent for employers  Data and Systems Management: (10%)  Support a culture of productivity and accountability through tracking JobSeeker and Employer milestones Work with team to evaluate JobSeeker and Employer data to improve the WorkMonger matching process and support the further development and refinement of the WorkMonger algorithm   QUALIFICATIONS Primary Qualifications: Experience in the education sector required, experience with talent acquisition preferred  Strong written and oral communication skills required; must be obsessed with clear, timely communication that is grammatically correct and professionally warm A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail required Strong understanding of Excel and GSuite, including but not limited to Google Drive, Docs and Sheets  Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline-sensitive projects successfully Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture   Personal Characteristics: A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity  Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes the initiative to identify and assist in solving problems both within and beyond areas of responsibility Ability to always maintain a professional demeanor and the highest ethical standards Excitement to help scale WorkMonger and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems   KEY CONSIDERATIONS  Compensation commensurate with experience As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Talent Matching Remote: May live anywhere in the United States This role can be structured full or part time

WorkMonger, an algorithm-enabled talent matching service for the education sector, seeks a dynamic and talented Content Writer to create compelling blog posts, white papers, sales and service enablement materials, webinars, PowerPoints, social media content and web copy. We’re looking for someone who will help us expand our digital footprint and drive more value through online content. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of producing pieces that increase engagement and drive leads. This position requires a high level of creativity, as well as the ability to use data-driven insights to write better material. The successful candidate should also be detail-oriented and committed to meeting tight deadlines. Preference will be given to those with experience in the education sector, a strong writing portfolio, a bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience. Responsibilities: Manage the full-cycle development of four long-form (3,000+ Word) blog posts per month focused on both our JobSeeker and Employer audiences as well as our two media properties (WorkMonger and TrulyHired). Create content marketing campaigns to drive employer leads and JobSeeker enrollment. Use SEO best practices in writing to generate traffic to our sites. Regularly produce various content types, including email, social media posts, blogs and white papers. Actively manage and promote our blog, as well as pitch articles to relevant third-party platforms. Edit content produced by other members of the team. Analyze content marketing metrics and makes changes as needed. Collaborate with the entire WorkMonger team to create innovative content ideas. Research education sector job seeking and employment topics (combining online sources, interviews, and studies). Write clear marketing copy to promote our products/services. Prepare well-structured drafts. Proofread and edit blog posts before publication. Submit work to editors and reviewers for input and approval. Coordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles. Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic. Promote content on social media. Identify stakeholder needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics. Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone). Update website content as needed. Requirements: Four year degree required. Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or a related field preferred. Experience in the education sector and/or educational equity strongly preferred. Knowledge of digital marketing tactics, including SEO, email marketing and web analytics. Excellent writing skills, as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively. The ability to consistently meet tight deadlines. At least two years of experience writing for a B2B and B2C audience. Proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role. Portfolio of published articles. Experience doing research using multiple sources. Familiarity with web publications. Excellent writing and editing skills in English. Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress). Ability to manage and direct the editorial workflow. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects. A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals. Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes. Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture. A deep commitment to shared success. A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail. A desire to innovate and support an entrepreneurial organization. Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly-evolving environment. Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite/GSuite and cloud-based systems. Personal Characteristics: A deep passion and commitment to making a positive impact in the world. A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society. An excitement at the opportunity to build WorkMonger and help scale our impact. Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and do whatever it takes to support organization priorities. Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes initiative to identify and assist in resolving problems, both within and beyond areas of direct responsibility. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, positive attitude and the highest ethical standards at all times, especially during high-pressure periods. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity and shifts in scope of duties. Willingness to occasionally travel for in-person team meetings 1-2 times per year. Overview of WorkMonger: WorkMonger  is an online, profile-driven, algorithm-enabled, matching service for hiring or seeking non-teacher positions in the broader PreK-12 education sector. Our goal is to enable better, faster, cheaper hires than alternative hiring solutions and to become the dominant hiring tool and service in the social sector. WorkMonger serves all types of organizations in the education sector, including public charter schools, school districts, education non-profit organizations, education foundations, education support organizations, education technology companies, state education agencies, and more. WorkMonger serves talent of all levels (entry-level to C-level) across a variety of non-classroom-based functions, including academic roles (principals/school leaders, instructional coaches, curriculum design, etc.) and non-academic roles (finance, operations, data, talent, marketing, strategy, fundraising, etc.). Location, Compensation, and Key Considerations This Position is Remote/Virtual: You may live anywhere in the United States. This role is part-time (20 Hours Per Week). Compensation for this role is between $15,000 and $20,000 depending on experience. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits. This role reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Marketing Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet, phone service, and Microsoft Office.

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 .

WorkMonger is seeking an entrepreneurial, strategic, highly organized, and collaborative sales professional to support our work through establishing, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with US education sector organizations that can benefit from WorkMonger’s talent and selection services. ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger is an online job matching service and full-service search firm that aims to transform the way organizations and jobseekers find each other for non-teaching roles in the US education sector. WorkMonger provides a more personalized and expedited hiring process by using a combination of our advanced matching algorithm, technology, and personal expertise. WorkMonger exclusively supports the broader US PreK-12 education sector, including school districts, charter schools, non-profits, technology companies, policy organizations, support organizations, and more. RESPONSIBILITIES Employer Partnership Development: Own the totality of the full-cycle partnership development function. Develop and execute on a client-centric, full-cycle sales strategy of WorkMonger’s products and services to bring a diverse group of US education employers into WorkMonger’s Employer community in collaboration with the WorkMonger team Identify and optimize new, innovative employer pipelines and partnerships, including creating a master prospect list of employers Conduct sales meeting with potential WorkMonger Employers, primarily over the phone but occasionally in person Work closely with those involved in JobSeeker recruitment and our matching process to ensure that the JobSeeker pipeline and Employer/Job pipeline are aligned (thereby maximizing the likelihood of a successful hire) Represent WorkMonger externally, including at conferences, recruiting events, networking opportunities, etc. in order to generate excitement among prospective Employers Cultivate leads to ensure “lead to Employer Sign-up” conversion in alignment with goals Focus partnership development efforts on strategies that will produce the greatest number of Employer clients and role submissions for the fewest dollars spent Work with CEO to develop messaging that clearly and concisely explains WorkMonger to external employer audiences in a manner that resonates and drives brand loyalty Support a culture of productivity and accountability through the creation and tracking of sales and retention milestones Employer Stewardship: Engage Employers and assist the Talent Matching team to ensure a successful hire Develop and execute a system and schedule of touch points with past and current Employers Solicit feedback from Employers to ensure WorkMonger is providing the highest-quality service Strive to deepen the relationship with every WorkMonger Employer through leveraging our suite of services Organizational Strategy Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: Passion for the education sector K-12 education sector experience. Belief in the power of people to make an impact A love for relationship building A customer service mentality Strong written and verbal communication skills. A willingness to tap your personal network of friends, colleagues, etc. for potential sales. Sales, partnership development, or fundraising/development experience Strong written and oral communication skills A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation, attention to detail, and ethical standards Bachelor’s degree Talent experience in K-12 education strongly preferred. Sales/Partnership Development experience in K-12 education preferred. Experience in the educational equity slice of the education sector preferred. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly evolving environment Passion for, and experience with, systems building and data-driven decision making Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based systems and database management Personal Characteristics: Mission alignment: a belief that EVERY individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Mission alignment: a belief that ALL children deserve access to an excellent and equitable education that prepares them for a successful life of their choosing Sense of humor - must love to laugh Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and strong work ethic Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver Authentic passion for helping clients solve their talent challenges LOCATION & KEY CONSIDERATIONS Remote: May live anywhere in the United States Part-time or full-time Compensation for this role is commission-based with a base. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s CEO Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet and Microsoft Office Suite.

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, with a preference for the following major/minors: Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Accounting or other business-related field. • 2+ years of Professional Experience working in K-12 or non-profits, with a demonstrated commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. • Superior writing, research and project management skills; grant writing experience a plus. • 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 .

WorkMonger, an algorithm enabled talent matching service for the education sector, seeks a dynamic and detail-oriented, remote marketing associate to help lead our content, email, and social strategy. Responsibilities: Develop a weekly Leaders in Education newsletter to be distributed to over 65k users and own the open and engagement metrics for the newsletter. Create a monthly Hiring in Education newsletter focused on employer needs and pain points and own the associated open and engagement metrics. Brainstorm and outline two to four blog posts/topics per month to direct outsourced writers. Edit, revise, and customize content produced by writers for our brand voice. Create and author marketing collateral for sales enablement including special promotions and campaigns. Create and design email templates using templating software (BEE Free). Author one webinar per month including the associated visuals and PowerPoint accompaniment. Manage and exert ownership over the totality of our marketing lists and databases. Responsible for managing the in-house email system (Sendy). Develop the content for one to two infographics per month that will be designed by our graphic designer. Record and host one to two podcast interviews/episodes per month and promote the podcast(s) across our distribution channels. Own our social media channels including content development, distribution, measurement, and strategy across all of our social properties. Curate, research, collect, and annotate external content for use and promotion across channels, including the weekly and monthly newsletters as well as social media. Provide support to the Director of Marketing as required. Co-create thought leadership content with the CEO and other members of the WorkMonger team Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy. Other responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: Four year degree required. 1-3 years of marketing experience. Knowledge of social media strategy and measurement 1-2 years experience developing content for an inbound marketing and associated SEO content strategy. Technical mindset and willingness to learn new technologies. Image editing competencies. Either basic Photoshop skills or Canva experience. Understanding of layer based design concepts preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Passion for, and experience with, social media and marketing. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects. A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals. Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes. Strong knowledge of marketing strategy, social media engagement strategy, brand management, and external communications. Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture. A deep commitment to shared success. A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail. A desire to innovate and support an entrepreneurial organization. Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly-evolving environment. Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite/GSuite, cloud-based systems and database management. Personal Characteristics: A deep passion and commitment to making a positive impact in the world. A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society. An excitement at the opportunity to build WorkMonger and help scale our impact. Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and do whatever it takes to support organization priorities. Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes initiative to identify and assist in resolving problems, both within and beyond areas of direct responsibility. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, positive attitude and the highest ethical standards at all times, especially during high-pressure periods. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity and shifts in scope of duties. Willingness to occasionally travel for in-person team meetings 1-2 times per year. Overview of WorkMonger: WorkMonger  is an online, profile-driven, algorithm-enabled, matching service for hiring or seeking non-teacher positions in the broader PreK-12 education sector. Our goal is to enable better, faster, cheaper hires than alternative hiring solutions and to become the dominant hiring tool and service in the social sector. WorkMonger serves all types of organizations in the education sector, including public charter schools, school districts, education non-profit organizations, education foundations, education support organizations, education technology companies, state education agencies, and more. WorkMonger serves talent of all levels (entry-level to C-level) across a variety of non-classroom-based functions, including academic roles (principals/school leaders, instructional coaches, curriculum design, etc.) and non-academic roles (finance, operations, data, talent, marketing, strategy, fundraising, etc.). Location, Compensation, and Key Considerations: This Position is Remote/Virtual: You may live anywhere in the United States. This role is full-time (40 Hours Per Week). Compensation for this role is between $28,000 and $32,000 depending on experience. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits. This role reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Marketing Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet, phone service, and Microsoft Office.

Purpose of Position The inaugural Director of Field Services will lead the development of a multi-faceted strategy for reaching key audiences and ensuring that reports are used to make great decisions for students. With a laser focus on increasing the number of students that have access to quality instructional materials, the Director will identify partners including states, districts, and nonprofits that can best help advance this mission. EdReports already has an impressive track record of success in increasing awareness of the importance of quality materials, designing customized support for partners, and developing resources. We have documented use in over 700 districts and national surveys show that EdReports is the best known and utilized resource for supporting curriculum decision-making in the country.  The Director of Field Services will build on this success and expand the work in order to meet our ambitious impact goals.  In the first year, they will partner with the Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Executive Director to develop a multi-year strategy for field services, institute new systems for tracking and staffing projects, project grant and contract revenue, and develop and cost out high quality services. Benefits We offer a highly-competitive benefits package for eligible employees that includes 4 weeks of vacation per calendar year, 3 personal days and unlimited sick time; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan, and thirteen (13) paid holidays. The salary posted above is the start of the range and negotiable depending on experience. For more information and a full job description, visit:  https://www.edreports.org/about/careers/position/director-of-field-services

City Year Chicago is seeking a talented individual to join our internal Evaluation and Impact Analytics team as a Manager, reporting to the Director of Impact Analytics. The Impact Analytics team, together with the Learning & Development team and Student Success Coaching team, provide support services to members of the City Year Chicago staff team and all AmeriCorps members. For more information on City Year Chicago please visit: http://www.cityyear.org/chicago This position will play a critical role by assisting the Director to ensure Impact Staff and AmeriCorps Members [ACMs] are trained in data collection practices and review protocols and to promote data fluency throughout City Year Chicago. Reporting to the Evaluation Director, the Evaluation and Impact Analytics Manager will work closely with members of the Evaluation and Service Teams to: • Develop evaluation data systems and tools to capture outputs and outcome data • Manage data collection processes with teams and provide training and technical assistance • Manage Impact Analytics Coordinator (Senior AmeriCorps members) meetings and responsibilities • Analyze data and create reports at different levels of aggregation • Provide individualized supports as needed to teams regarding data usage and fluency   Responsibilities Training  (35%) Train AmeriCorps and Senior AmeriCorps members in data practices and provide ongoing support and coaching on impact outputs, data entry, and data usage. Train school-based staff in data practices and fluency and provide ongoing support to enable staff to implement our service model, while promoting data-driven decision-making. Data Collection & Analysis (25%) Manage and support Impact staff and all AmeriCorps members through online survey distribution, administration, and collection. Support in data validation and ensure system set-up that will enable all students have necessary assessment data points in order to measure impact. Analyze results from multiple evaluation instruments to meet site and City Year Headquarters (CYHQ) reporting needs (e.g. reports for funders, AmeriCorps grants and reports). Cross-Departmental Support (40%) Work with other departments to develop new system/s and policies to improve data collection, integrity, and dissemination of work. Support in the collection of data and/or service related stories of impact for Development and Marketing campaigns. Support the Learning and Development (L&D) team with enhancement and implementation of an L&D evaluation model to evaluate the effectiveness of AmeriCorps trainings. Support the Coaching Team with facilitation observation and coaching to improve delivery of new L&D model. Collaborate with cross-departmental committees to design evaluation systems, develop survey review protocol, and surface insights to improve our program. Support the Operations Team with logistics of training days to meet AmeriCorps Member needs. Respond to data requests from staff across the site and support with external evaluator work.   Qualifications Bachelor's degree or related experience preferred  Basic knowledge of K-12 data systems  Comfortable with MS Office suite of software products, e.g. Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook  Data visualization experience preferred (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau) Advanced knowledge of Excel preferred. Minimum requirement: intermediate knowledge of Excel and willingness to learn new systems.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, training facilitation experience preferred Experience with statistical analysis software or programming language preferred. (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau, minitab, SAS, etc.)  Effective communication and organizational skills; must demonstrate attention to detail.  Comfort with (and an interest in) collaborating and presenting information to internal and external audiences.  Experience managing multiple projects or tasks with competing deadlines.  Ability to work well independently and in a collaborative team environment.  Belief in youth as agents of social change.  City Year/AmeriCorps/Peace Corps experience is a plus  Strong connection to City Year culture and values, for more information visit:  https://www.cityyear.org/about-us/culture-values     Required Documents  A cover letter and resume must be submitted to be considered for this position. Preferred resume formats will depict not only a candidate’s responsibilities and job functions in previous work, but will include specific, quantitative results where applicable. Additional quantitative context around specific budget sizes, team sizes, or other work environment information will help City Year compare the scale of your work environment with our operations.   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.

Accounting Coordinator DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks an Accounting Coordinator to join one of the leading charter school organizations in the nation.  We serve 6-12th grade students across Denver and Aurora.  Our mission is to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.   Overview of Position : DSST Public Schools seeks extraordinary educators with a track-record of raising student achievement to join a team dedicated to providing a rigorous college preparatory program to a diverse population.  Our team is comprised of leaders who play an integral role in ensuring student success through supporting our school culture, developing authentic relationships with students, and using data to drive their daily practice. The Accounting Coordinator will provide critical support to the Finance team in the DSST Home Office by supporting Accounts Payable, month-end and year-end closing processes, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting across all of DSST’s 15 schools, each Home Office Department, and all our of external vendors. The Accounting Coordinator role is a truly unique opportunity to work at an organization growing to at least 24 schools and a $185 million budget by 2026, and where you’ll be exposed to a diverse and evolving set of responsibilities, be provided with learning opportunities from some of the smartest education minds in Colorado, and have the chance to lead high impact projects that will build and develop valuable core skills for a financial career. Essential functions :   Accounts Payable (60%) Process invoices and employee reimbursements twice a week Process purchasing card transactions bi-monthly Support vendors and school and Home Office staff by answering questions and providing support General Accounting Duties (40%) Assist in month-end process by performing bank reconciliations and general ledger clean-up Update audit papers during year-end process Assist the Senior Manager of Accounting with reporting needs   Job Requirements :   DSST Public Schools seeks candidates with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to student achievement. You have a passion for public education and want to use your business skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of 6,000 students and 700 staff members You love working with Excel and have a high proficiency (vlookup and pivot table experience) You’re eager to learn the inner workings of a rapidly growing charter school network and love operating in an all-hands-on deck work environment You’re organized and can handle processing a large amount of data at a time You welcome and give honest feedback for continuous improvement You manage day to day tasks while also taking the time to understand the process behind what you’re doing You build relationships quickly and pride yourself on being a responsive partner You want to drive new processes, not just accept the ones already created   Classification: Exempt   Reports to: Senior Manager of Accounting   Competencies : Commitment to Equity We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels. Commitment to Continuous Growth We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential. Commitment to Healthy Team We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals Drives to Results We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.    Compensation and Benefits: DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind. DSST Benefit highlights include:  Medical Plans offered through Aetna $0 employee cost option! Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools 2 Dental Plans options offered through Principal Dental Group and Vision through VSP Employee Assistance and Counseling Support 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution FMLA effective immediately (6 weeks paid, 6 weeks unpaid) Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff    Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.     DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).   DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program. Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment. DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.  

The Education Trust–West seeks a Director of Communications to advance the organization’s ambitious agenda to expose and eradicate injustices and inequities in California schools, colleges, and systems of education. Managing the Communications Department and reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Communications will work alongside Ed Trust–West’s P-12 and higher education research, policy, and practice teams to develop and execute communications strategies that advance the organization’s advocacy goals. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Education Trust–West works for educational justice and the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, pre-K through college. We expose educational injustices and inequities that separate students of color, English learners, and low-income students from their peers, and we identify and advocate for the strategies that will forever close equity gaps. We work alongside P-12 schools, districts and institutions of higher education to understand and evaluate the effectiveness of strategies intended to reduce and eliminate racial equity gaps. We use lessons learned in these efforts, together with unflinching data analysis, to drive a state and national conversation about how schools, from pre-kindergarten to universities, can better serve students of color, English learners, and low-income students. To learn more, please visit www.edtrustwest.org . MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES The Director of Communications’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Organizational Leadership and Management Collaborate across teams and with leaders to oversee and develop the editing and design process of ETW external materials in print, digital, and live mediums – including reports and associated collateral, opinion pieces, blogs, press releases, official statements, and external presentations Supervise Communications team members (1-3 people) as well as external contractors Provide media and communications training and support to key ETW staff and partners Strategic Communications Develop and implement short- and long-term multi-platform communications plans aligned with the ETW’s brand as part of advocacy campaigns Oversee the organization’s social and digital media strategy, and leverage multi-media platforms to maximize the impact of our advocacy efforts Develop and implement metrics to track the level of engagement of ETW’s network and to test the effectiveness of communications activities Ensure ETW brand identity and ETW voice through writing and editing a variety of materials Review written pieces from other teams and edit for clarity and brand alignment Contribute to grant reports and foundation proposals Relationships with Media Build and nurture relationships with journalists, opinion leaders, and a broad range of education stakeholders to help advance the mission and efforts of the organization Oversee the development and placement of news stories, op-eds, press statements, in key print and online media outlets to increase ETW’s visibility as a leader in the educational justice movement QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE At least 8 of experience in communications in an education policy, political, or advocacy setting Undergraduate degree required, Master’s degree in related field preferred Experience managing staff to their full potential Robust racial justice lens Demonstrated ability to plan effectively but maintain flexibility to handle the unexpected and to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Outstanding writing/editing and verbal communications skills Diplomatic communication and strong presentation ability Exceptional organizational skills with an eye for detail Strong computer skills; proficient or advanced skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), high level of comfort with social media and related software Fluency in writing and speaking in Spanish is a plus COMPENSATION Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  The Education Trust-West offers a comprehensive benefits package. APPLICATION PROCESS Please provide an engaging cover letter, resume, and two previously written writing samples, similar to an ETW product to be considered for this position. In the file name, please write the name of the position you are applying for and your last name: e.g. “DirectorOfCommunications_Salazar” https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9e2312b5-b5bd-498a-975d-1e1c12aead82&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=296809&source=CC3&lang=en_US   The Education Trust–West is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.