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Seeking Passionate Teachers and Instructional Coaches!      NMSI’s mission is to advance STEM education to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners who pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. NMSI is seeking highly successful Pre-K-12 teachers and instructional coaches who are inspired by this mission to become members of our regionally based Coach corps. NMSI Coaches support our core programs—the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation —by delivering professional development for teachers or content support for AP students.   This is a temporary part-time position expected to end on May 31, 2021, with the possibility of continuation based on staffing needs . Coaches will be expected to travel at least 7-10 times per year and utilize their personal laptop for preparation and facilitation.   What You’ll Do     NMSI Coaches work with AP, Pre-AP, secondary, and elementary teachers and their students in online and face-to-face settings to improve teacher impact in advanced math, science, and ELA classrooms. Through working with teachers in the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation program, Coaches lead face-to-face and online cohorts of teachers in skill-building professional development sessions that focus on the development of teachers’ content, pedagogical content knowledge, instructional planning, assessment practices, and data analysis skills. Coaches help teachers identify student misconceptions, skill gaps, and learning needs to strengthen student performance in rigorous coursework.     In addition, NMSI Coaches facilitate virtual learning and collaboration sessions that support teachers’ ability to plan, execute, and adapt instruction. Using their knowledge of teacher goals, data, and instructional focus areas, Coaches assigned to work with teachers and students in NMSI’s College Readiness Program will support students during in-person and online content review sessions. Coaches model best practices for instruction of AP for teachers, and they will coach AP teachers to deliver their own student review sessions.    What are the details?   Coach and mentor teachers and students in online and face-to-face settings, while maintaining high levels rigor for both teacher-facing professional development and facilitation of student-facing review sessions   Coaches will be assigned training opportunities within NMSI’s core and custom programs based upon their content qualifications, adult facilitation and coaching experience, and proven success in improving student outcomes.     Provide targeted, actionable feedback to teachers on their practice of the techniques and strategies presented during PD sessions.     Have a deep understanding of teachers’ students and classroom complexities; be able to support teachers in the application of their own learning to classroom practice.     Promote a learning environment and mentorship for teachers and students that is anchored in self-reflection, culturally-responsive instruction that is aimed to accelerate student growth and achievement     Ensure the effective integration and implementation of NMSI training and resources in teachers' classrooms through coaching, modeling, and feedback     Support the creation, development, editing, and critical review of teacher- and student-facing content    Complete NMSI Train-the-Trainer professional development opportunities      Participate in regular data-sharing and planning meetings with NMSI staff    Serve as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI's mission and values to the school communities in which they work, fostering a commitment to equity and access to rigorous coursework and creating educational environments in which students can thrive and reach their highest potential.     Other duties as assigned  What You Bring     We are looking for amazing teachers who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to support teacher and student learning. You’ll be right at home here if you learn from failure and have a growth mindset, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.      NMSI Instructional Coaches are experienced educators who demonstrate a track record of success working with students in high-need schools , hold high expectations for students and teachers, and have strong organizational and communication skills.     Qualifications         Experience : Deep knowledge of content and instruction, with at least 4 years of teaching experience in AP Science, Math, English, History, or Art courses, Pre-AP math, science, or ELA courses, or Pre-K-5 classrooms.        Other Preferred Experience: STEM-based learning experience, experience in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement is preferred.    AP Reader experience is preferred for Coaches who will work with AP teachers and students.    Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better address student needs and facilitating professional development     Mission Focused: Strong belief in the ability of all students to achieve at high levels and willingness to advocate for equity and access in AP, Pre-AP, or other STEM programs and classrooms .   College-Readiness Guru : Strong familiarity and experience with state and national teaching standards as they relate to College-readiness standards, such as AP assessment frameworks, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)     Understand Effective Teaching : Immediate understanding of what effective teaching looks like and a deep commitment to the importance of effective and rigorous instruction     Expert Communicator: Ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that inspires teachers to make immediate improvements to instruction that will accelerate their students’ achievement ; Strong written and oral communication skills     Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities   Growth Mindset : You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing training and education in adult facilitation   Committed: Ability to deliver a total of 10-28 days of teacher or student facing events over a calendar year.  Many events occur during the summer and on Saturdays, but some weekday school-year events may also need to be facilitated.       Next Steps    Prior to applying, please review the following questions. You will be prompted to answer these questions in 300     words or less in your application.     Describe a time you had to facilitate and encourage teacher reflection in a training room environment.  What are some techniques you employed to elicit reflective thinking from your participants?     NMSI coaches often must support teachers and students in regions where the school culture is much different from their own. How would you proceed in a training session where teacher participants are expressing controversial points of view and negatively impacting the training room dynamic?     What are some key differences to consider when facilitating adult learning vs. student learning?     You may be asked to complete a video interview upon completion of application.    Timeline      We anticipate sending out offer letters from the start of 2020 through mid-May. All candidates will be notified with a status update by mid-May.    Please note that the timing of your application submission will not directly correlate with how soon you will be notified. Thank you for your patience.     Want to learn more? Go to www.nms.org   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

Seeking Passionate Teachers and Instructional Coaches!      NMSI’s mission is to advance STEM education to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners who pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. NMSI is seeking highly successful Pre-K-12 teachers and instructional coaches who are inspired by this mission to become members of our regionally based Coach corps. NMSI Coaches support our core programs—the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation —by delivering professional development for teachers or content support for AP students.   This is a temporary part-time position expected to end on May 31, 2021, with the possibility of continuation based on staffing needs . Coaches will be expected to travel at least 7-10 times per year and utilize their personal laptop for preparation and facilitation.   What You’ll Do     NMSI Coaches work with AP, Pre-AP, secondary, and elementary teachers and their students in online and face-to-face settings to improve teacher impact in advanced math, science, and ELA classrooms. Through working with teachers in the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation program, Coaches lead face-to-face and online cohorts of teachers in skill-building professional development sessions that focus on the development of teachers’ content, pedagogical content knowledge, instructional planning, assessment practices, and data analysis skills. Coaches help teachers identify student misconceptions, skill gaps, and learning needs to strengthen student performance in rigorous coursework.     In addition, NMSI Coaches facilitate virtual learning and collaboration sessions that support teachers’ ability to plan, execute, and adapt instruction. Using their knowledge of teacher goals, data, and instructional focus areas, Coaches assigned to work with teachers and students in NMSI’s College Readiness Program will support students during in-person and online content review sessions. Coaches model best practices for instruction of AP for teachers, and they will coach AP teachers to deliver their own student review sessions.    What are the details?   Coach and mentor teachers and students in online and face-to-face settings, while maintaining high levels rigor for both teacher-facing professional development and facilitation of student-facing review sessions   Coaches will be assigned training opportunities within NMSI’s core and custom programs based upon their content qualifications, adult facilitation and coaching experience, and proven success in improving student outcomes.     Provide targeted, actionable feedback to teachers on their practice of the techniques and strategies presented during PD sessions.     Have a deep understanding of teachers’ students and classroom complexities; be able to support teachers in the application of their own learning to classroom practice.     Promote a learning environment and mentorship for teachers and students that is anchored in self-reflection, culturally-responsive instruction that is aimed to accelerate student growth and achievement     Ensure the effective integration and implementation of NMSI training and resources in teachers' classrooms through coaching, modeling, and feedback     Support the creation, development, editing, and critical review of teacher- and student-facing content    Complete NMSI Train-the-Trainer professional development opportunities      Participate in regular data-sharing and planning meetings with NMSI staff    Serve as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI's mission and values to the school communities in which they work, fostering a commitment to equity and access to rigorous coursework and creating educational environments in which students can thrive and reach their highest potential.     Other duties as assigned  What You Bring     We are looking for amazing teachers who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to support teacher and student learning. You’ll be right at home here if you learn from failure and have a growth mindset, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.      NMSI Instructional Coaches are experienced educators who demonstrate a track record of success working with students in high-need schools , hold high expectations for students and teachers, and have strong organizational and communication skills.     Qualifications         Experience : Deep knowledge of content and instruction, with at least 4 years of teaching experience in AP Science, Math, English, History, or Art courses, Pre-AP math, science, or ELA courses, or Pre-K-5 classrooms.        Other Preferred Experience: STEM-based learning experience, experience in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement is preferred.    AP Reader experience is preferred for Coaches who will work with AP teachers and students.    Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better address student needs and facilitating professional development     Mission Focused: Strong belief in the ability of all students to achieve at high levels and willingness to advocate for equity and access in AP, Pre-AP, or other STEM programs and classrooms .   College-Readiness Guru : Strong familiarity and experience with state and national teaching standards as they relate to College-readiness standards, such as AP assessment frameworks, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)     Understand Effective Teaching : Immediate understanding of what effective teaching looks like and a deep commitment to the importance of effective and rigorous instruction     Expert Communicator: Ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that inspires teachers to make immediate improvements to instruction that will accelerate their students’ achievement ; Strong written and oral communication skills     Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities   Growth Mindset : You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing training and education in adult facilitation   Committed: Ability to deliver a total of 10-28 days of teacher or student facing events over a calendar year.  Many events occur during the summer and on Saturdays, but some weekday school-year events may also need to be facilitated.       Next Steps    Prior to applying, please review the following questions. You will be prompted to answer these questions in 300     words or less in your application.     Describe a time you had to facilitate and encourage teacher reflection in a training room environment.  What are some techniques you employed to elicit reflective thinking from your participants?     NMSI coaches often must support teachers and students in regions where the school culture is much different from their own. How would you proceed in a training session where teacher participants are expressing controversial points of view and negatively impacting the training room dynamic?     What are some key differences to consider when facilitating adult learning vs. student learning?     You may be asked to complete a video interview upon completion of application.    Timeline      We anticipate sending out offer letters from the start of 2020 through mid-May. All candidates will be notified with a status update by mid-May.    Please note that the timing of your application submission will not directly correlate with how soon you will be notified. Thank you for your patience.     Want to learn more? Go to www.nms.org   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

Seeking Passionate Teachers and Instructional Coaches!      NMSI’s mission is to advance STEM education to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners who pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. NMSI is seeking highly successful Pre-K-12 teachers and instructional coaches who are inspired by this mission to become members of our regionally based Coach corps. NMSI Coaches support our core programs—the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation —by delivering professional development for teachers or content support for AP students.   This is a temporary part-time position expected to end on May 31, 2021, with the possibility of continuation based on staffing needs . Coaches will be expected to travel at least 7-10 times per year and utilize their personal laptop for preparation and facilitation.   What You’ll Do     NMSI Coaches work with AP, Pre-AP, secondary, and elementary teachers and their students in online and face-to-face settings to improve teacher impact in advanced math, science, and ELA classrooms. Through working with teachers in the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation program, Coaches lead face-to-face and online cohorts of teachers in skill-building professional development sessions that focus on the development of teachers’ content, pedagogical content knowledge, instructional planning, assessment practices, and data analysis skills. Coaches help teachers identify student misconceptions, skill gaps, and learning needs to strengthen student performance in rigorous coursework.     In addition, NMSI Coaches facilitate virtual learning and collaboration sessions that support teachers’ ability to plan, execute, and adapt instruction. Using their knowledge of teacher goals, data, and instructional focus areas, Coaches assigned to work with teachers and students in NMSI’s College Readiness Program will support students during in-person and online content review sessions. Coaches model best practices for instruction of AP for teachers, and they will coach AP teachers to deliver their own student review sessions.    What are the details?   Coach and mentor teachers and students in online and face-to-face settings, while maintaining high levels rigor for both teacher-facing professional development and facilitation of student-facing review sessions   Coaches will be assigned training opportunities within NMSI’s core and custom programs based upon their content qualifications, adult facilitation and coaching experience, and proven success in improving student outcomes.     Provide targeted, actionable feedback to teachers on their practice of the techniques and strategies presented during PD sessions.     Have a deep understanding of teachers’ students and classroom complexities; be able to support teachers in the application of their own learning to classroom practice.     Promote a learning environment and mentorship for teachers and students that is anchored in self-reflection, culturally-responsive instruction that is aimed to accelerate student growth and achievement     Ensure the effective integration and implementation of NMSI training and resources in teachers' classrooms through coaching, modeling, and feedback     Support the creation, development, editing, and critical review of teacher- and student-facing content    Complete NMSI Train-the-Trainer professional development opportunities      Participate in regular data-sharing and planning meetings with NMSI staff    Serve as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI's mission and values to the school communities in which they work, fostering a commitment to equity and access to rigorous coursework and creating educational environments in which students can thrive and reach their highest potential.     Other duties as assigned  What You Bring     We are looking for amazing teachers who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to support teacher and student learning. You’ll be right at home here if you learn from failure and have a growth mindset, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.      NMSI Instructional Coaches are experienced educators who demonstrate a track record of success working with students in high-need schools , hold high expectations for students and teachers, and have strong organizational and communication skills.     Qualifications         Experience : Deep knowledge of content and instruction, with at least 4 years of teaching experience in AP Science, Math, English, History, or Art courses, Pre-AP math, science, or ELA courses, or Pre-K-5 classrooms.        Other Preferred Experience: STEM-based learning experience, experience in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement is preferred.    AP Reader experience is preferred for Coaches who will work with AP teachers and students.    Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better address student needs and facilitating professional development     Mission Focused: Strong belief in the ability of all students to achieve at high levels and willingness to advocate for equity and access in AP, Pre-AP, or other STEM programs and classrooms .   College-Readiness Guru : Strong familiarity and experience with state and national teaching standards as they relate to College-readiness standards, such as AP assessment frameworks, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)     Understand Effective Teaching : Immediate understanding of what effective teaching looks like and a deep commitment to the importance of effective and rigorous instruction     Expert Communicator: Ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that inspires teachers to make immediate improvements to instruction that will accelerate their students’ achievement ; Strong written and oral communication skills     Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities   Growth Mindset : You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing training and education in adult facilitation   Committed: Ability to deliver a total of 10-28 days of teacher or student facing events over a calendar year.  Many events occur during the summer and on Saturdays, but some weekday school-year events may also need to be facilitated.       Next Steps    Prior to applying, please review the following questions. You will be prompted to answer these questions in 300     words or less in your application.     Describe a time you had to facilitate and encourage teacher reflection in a training room environment.  What are some techniques you employed to elicit reflective thinking from your participants?     NMSI coaches often must support teachers and students in regions where the school culture is much different from their own. How would you proceed in a training session where teacher participants are expressing controversial points of view and negatively impacting the training room dynamic?     What are some key differences to consider when facilitating adult learning vs. student learning?     You may be asked to complete a video interview upon completion of application.    Timeline      We anticipate sending out offer letters from the start of 2020 through mid-May. All candidates will be notified with a status update by mid-May.    Please note that the timing of your application submission will not directly correlate with how soon you will be notified. Thank you for your patience.     Want to learn more? Go to www.nms.org   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

Seeking Passionate Teachers and Instructional Coaches!      NMSI’s mission is to advance STEM education to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners who pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. NMSI is seeking highly successful Pre-K-12 teachers and instructional coaches who are inspired by this mission to become members of our regionally based Coach corps. NMSI Coaches support our core programs—the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation —by delivering professional development for teachers or content support for AP students.   This is a temporary part-time position expected to end on May 31, 2021, with the possibility of continuation based on staffing needs . Coaches will be expected to travel at least 7-10 times per year and utilize their personal laptop for preparation and facilitation.   What You’ll Do     NMSI Coaches work with AP, Pre-AP, secondary, and elementary teachers and their students in online and face-to-face settings to improve teacher impact in advanced math, science, and ELA classrooms. Through working with teachers in the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation program, Coaches lead face-to-face and online cohorts of teachers in skill-building professional development sessions that focus on the development of teachers’ content, pedagogical content knowledge, instructional planning, assessment practices, and data analysis skills. Coaches help teachers identify student misconceptions, skill gaps, and learning needs to strengthen student performance in rigorous coursework.     In addition, NMSI Coaches facilitate virtual learning and collaboration sessions that support teachers’ ability to plan, execute, and adapt instruction. Using their knowledge of teacher goals, data, and instructional focus areas, Coaches assigned to work with teachers and students in NMSI’s College Readiness Program will support students during in-person and online content review sessions. Coaches model best practices for instruction of AP for teachers, and they will coach AP teachers to deliver their own student review sessions.    What are the details?   Coach and mentor teachers and students in online and face-to-face settings, while maintaining high levels rigor for both teacher-facing professional development and facilitation of student-facing review sessions   Coaches will be assigned training opportunities within NMSI’s core and custom programs based upon their content qualifications, adult facilitation and coaching experience, and proven success in improving student outcomes.     Provide targeted, actionable feedback to teachers on their practice of the techniques and strategies presented during PD sessions.     Have a deep understanding of teachers’ students and classroom complexities; be able to support teachers in the application of their own learning to classroom practice.     Promote a learning environment and mentorship for teachers and students that is anchored in self-reflection, culturally-responsive instruction that is aimed to accelerate student growth and achievement     Ensure the effective integration and implementation of NMSI training and resources in teachers' classrooms through coaching, modeling, and feedback     Support the creation, development, editing, and critical review of teacher- and student-facing content    Complete NMSI Train-the-Trainer professional development opportunities      Participate in regular data-sharing and planning meetings with NMSI staff    Serve as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI's mission and values to the school communities in which they work, fostering a commitment to equity and access to rigorous coursework and creating educational environments in which students can thrive and reach their highest potential.     Other duties as assigned  What You Bring     We are looking for amazing teachers who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to support teacher and student learning. You’ll be right at home here if you learn from failure and have a growth mindset, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.      NMSI Instructional Coaches are experienced educators who demonstrate a track record of success working with students in high-need schools , hold high expectations for students and teachers, and have strong organizational and communication skills.     Qualifications         Experience : Deep knowledge of content and instruction, with at least 4 years of teaching experience in AP Science, Math, English, History, or Art courses, Pre-AP math, science, or ELA courses, or Pre-K-5 classrooms.        Other Preferred Experience: STEM-based learning experience, experience in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement is preferred.    AP Reader experience is preferred for Coaches who will work with AP teachers and students.    Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better address student needs and facilitating professional development     Mission Focused: Strong belief in the ability of all students to achieve at high levels and willingness to advocate for equity and access in AP, Pre-AP, or other STEM programs and classrooms .   College-Readiness Guru : Strong familiarity and experience with state and national teaching standards as they relate to College-readiness standards, such as AP assessment frameworks, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)     Understand Effective Teaching : Immediate understanding of what effective teaching looks like and a deep commitment to the importance of effective and rigorous instruction     Expert Communicator: Ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that inspires teachers to make immediate improvements to instruction that will accelerate their students’ achievement ; Strong written and oral communication skills     Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities   Growth Mindset : You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing training and education in adult facilitation   Committed: Ability to deliver a total of 10-28 days of teacher or student facing events over a calendar year.  Many events occur during the summer and on Saturdays, but some weekday school-year events may also need to be facilitated.       Next Steps    Prior to applying, please review the following questions. You will be prompted to answer these questions in 300     words or less in your application.     Describe a time you had to facilitate and encourage teacher reflection in a training room environment.  What are some techniques you employed to elicit reflective thinking from your participants?     NMSI coaches often must support teachers and students in regions where the school culture is much different from their own. How would you proceed in a training session where teacher participants are expressing controversial points of view and negatively impacting the training room dynamic?     What are some key differences to consider when facilitating adult learning vs. student learning?     You may be asked to complete a video interview upon completion of application.    Timeline      We anticipate sending out offer letters from the start of 2020 through mid-May. All candidates will be notified with a status update by mid-May.    Please note that the timing of your application submission will not directly correlate with how soon you will be notified. Thank you for your patience.     Want to learn more? Go to www.nms.org   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

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.

Seeking Passionate Teachers and Instructional Coaches!      NMSI’s mission is to advance STEM education to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners who pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. NMSI is seeking highly successful Pre-K-12 teachers and instructional coaches who are inspired by this mission to become members of our regionally based Coach corps. NMSI Coaches support our core programs—the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation —by delivering professional development for teachers or content support for AP students.   This is a temporary part-time position expected to end on May 31, 2021, with the possibility of continuation based on staffing needs . Coaches will be expected to travel at least 7-10 times per year and utilize their personal laptop for preparation and facilitation.   What You’ll Do     NMSI Coaches work with AP, Pre-AP, secondary, and elementary teachers and their students in online and face-to-face settings to improve teacher impact in advanced math, science, and ELA classrooms. Through working with teachers in the College Readiness Program and Laying the Foundation program, Coaches lead face-to-face and online cohorts of teachers in skill-building professional development sessions that focus on the development of teachers’ content, pedagogical content knowledge, instructional planning, assessment practices, and data analysis skills. Coaches help teachers identify student misconceptions, skill gaps, and learning needs to strengthen student performance in rigorous coursework.     In addition, NMSI Coaches facilitate virtual learning and collaboration sessions that support teachers’ ability to plan, execute, and adapt instruction. Using their knowledge of teacher goals, data, and instructional focus areas, Coaches assigned to work with teachers and students in NMSI’s College Readiness Program will support students during in-person and online content review sessions. Coaches model best practices for instruction of AP for teachers, and they will coach AP teachers to deliver their own student review sessions.    What are the details?   Coach and mentor teachers and students in online and face-to-face settings, while maintaining high levels rigor for both teacher-facing professional development and facilitation of student-facing review sessions   Coaches will be assigned training opportunities within NMSI’s core and custom programs based upon their content qualifications, adult facilitation and coaching experience, and proven success in improving student outcomes.     Provide targeted, actionable feedback to teachers on their practice of the techniques and strategies presented during PD sessions.     Have a deep understanding of teachers’ students and classroom complexities; be able to support teachers in the application of their own learning to classroom practice.     Promote a learning environment and mentorship for teachers and students that is anchored in self-reflection, culturally-responsive instruction that is aimed to accelerate student growth and achievement     Ensure the effective integration and implementation of NMSI training and resources in teachers' classrooms through coaching, modeling, and feedback     Support the creation, development, editing, and critical review of teacher- and student-facing content    Complete NMSI Train-the-Trainer professional development opportunities      Participate in regular data-sharing and planning meetings with NMSI staff    Serve as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI's mission and values to the school communities in which they work, fostering a commitment to equity and access to rigorous coursework and creating educational environments in which students can thrive and reach their highest potential.     Other duties as assigned  What You Bring     We are looking for amazing teachers who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to support teacher and student learning. You’ll be right at home here if you learn from failure and have a growth mindset, cultivate strong relationships, and push yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level.      NMSI Instructional Coaches are experienced educators who demonstrate a track record of success working with students in high-need schools , hold high expectations for students and teachers, and have strong organizational and communication skills.     Qualifications         Experience : Deep knowledge of content and instruction, with at least 4 years of teaching experience in AP Science, Math, English, History, or Art courses, Pre-AP math, science, or ELA courses, or Pre-K-5 classrooms.        Other Preferred Experience: STEM-based learning experience, experience in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement is preferred.    AP Reader experience is preferred for Coaches who will work with AP teachers and students.    Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better address student needs and facilitating professional development     Mission Focused: Strong belief in the ability of all students to achieve at high levels and willingness to advocate for equity and access in AP, Pre-AP, or other STEM programs and classrooms .   College-Readiness Guru : Strong familiarity and experience with state and national teaching standards as they relate to College-readiness standards, such as AP assessment frameworks, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)     Understand Effective Teaching : Immediate understanding of what effective teaching looks like and a deep commitment to the importance of effective and rigorous instruction     Expert Communicator: Ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that inspires teachers to make immediate improvements to instruction that will accelerate their students’ achievement ; Strong written and oral communication skills     Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities   Growth Mindset : You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing training and education in adult facilitation   Committed: Ability to deliver a total of 10-28 days of teacher or student facing events over a calendar year.  Many events occur during the summer and on Saturdays, but some weekday school-year events may also need to be facilitated.       Next Steps    Prior to applying, please review the following questions. You will be prompted to answer these questions in 300     words or less in your application.     Describe a time you had to facilitate and encourage teacher reflection in a training room environment.  What are some techniques you employed to elicit reflective thinking from your participants?     NMSI coaches often must support teachers and students in regions where the school culture is much different from their own. How would you proceed in a training session where teacher participants are expressing controversial points of view and negatively impacting the training room dynamic?     What are some key differences to consider when facilitating adult learning vs. student learning?     You may be asked to complete a video interview upon completion of application.    Timeline      We anticipate sending out offer letters from the start of 2020 through mid-May. All candidates will be notified with a status update by mid-May.    Please note that the timing of your application submission will not directly correlate with how soon you will be notified. Thank you for your patience.     Want to learn more? Go to www.nms.org   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.