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What do you do all day? At NMSI, our people mean everything to us, they are the lifeblood of the organization. Without our staff, NMSI is just an idea. The Manager, Development Operations will support fundraising operations functions related to regional, national, private and corporate fundraising, and manage grant prospecting and research.  The Manager reports to the Director, Development and can be based from our main office in Dallas or from a home office anywhere in the contiguous US.  What are the details?  Manage CRM (50%) Manage donor information, including building donor profiles Manage fundraising pipeline Create opportunities Generate reports Track moves Support team with keeping communications in Raiser’s Edge current Gift processing and acknowledgments for grants and corporate gifts Donor/Prospect Research, Analysis (40%) Support fundraising and cultivation teams with robust market research in priority regions and nationally Identify and qualify new donor prospects capable of significant financial support for NMSI programs Conduct high-quality research on national and regional donor prospects to determine fit and inform cultivation and solicitation strategy Writing donor profiles/prospect briefs Grant Management (10%) Coordinate with finance team to complete necessary grant application budgets and required attachments for regional and national grant proposals Coordinate grant application deadlines for regional and national proposals Support grant reporting and management to: Ensure that milestones are met in a timely manner Track all deadlines and requirements Liaise with internal teams (Program, Teaching & Learning, Finance, IT) to ensure that we have updated data and information Other duties as assigned   What are we looking for? Education & Experience. You have a bachelor’s degree and at least 2+ years of related experience in fundraising operations and grants management.  Prior experience with Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred. Expert Communicator . You are a concise, compelling writer, as well as an effective verbal communicator. 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 and colleagues. Inclusive . You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or job type—or any other factor that makes us unique!   Organized & Productive . You meet deadlines and independently follows through on all assigned responsibilities. You navigate prioritizing your work effectively while managing multiple projects so that nothing falls through the cracks. Detail Oriented . You pay attention to minute details of projects and tasks to ensure excellence. Relationship Builder . You have a knack for building relationships quickly and inspiring those around you.  Reliable. You can work effectively with minimal supervision, but you also know when to ask for help. You maintain private information and handle it with sensitivity and integrity. Results-Driven. You consistently achieve results despite challenges and temporary set-backs. You push yourself and others to achieve results. Strategic Mindset. You see the big picture and you articulate pictures and visions of possibilities to drive our work forward. Tech Savvy . You embrace technology as a tool to enhance your work effectiveness but not as a means to replace hard work. You have facility with database use and management for maintaining, tracking, and analyzing information you and are adept at learning new technologies quickly. Data Expert. You have a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and data accuracy with the ability to collect, organize, track, analyze and utilize data. Entrepreneurial. You live for the hustle that’s required to forge new paths; you collaborate well with others to make things happen. Sense of Humor . You don’t take yourself too seriously and know how to balance work and fun.   Want to learn more? The  National Math and Science Initiative  is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes.   NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drive outcomes not only at the student and school system levels but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact on the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes.   We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that  all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact   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.

What do you do all day? At NMSI, our people mean everything to us, they are the lifeblood of the organization. Without our staff, NMSI is just an idea. The Manager, Development and Grants will support fundraising functions related to federal and state grant proposals and private foundations, and handle grant prospecting and research. The Manager reports to the Senior Manager, Development & Grants. This role can be based from our main office in Dallas or from a home office anywhere in the contiguous US.   What are the details?  Federal & State Grants (30%)   Support Senior Manager in executing federal grant proposals via maintenance of federal systems (grants.gov, sam.gov, IRB, etc.) and support as needed on proposal development.  Maintain necessary documentation required for grant submissions.  Conduct research and develop briefs on state funding opportunities. Collaborate with Senior Manager and external resources to surface opportunities to pursue grant funding within priority states. Proposal Support (60%) Maintain fundraising resources and support proposal development as needed, including proposal drafting, research, coordinating review, etc.  Manage processes with online proposals and submission Ensure appropriate documentation for financial and programmatic commitments and sharing amongst teams, (i.e. MOUs, grant agreements, partnership agreements, contracts) Managing reporting schedule and deadlines to ensure that milestones are met in a timely manner Track all deadlines and requirements Write narrative reports and gather necessary data Liaise with Data & Analytics team to ensure that we have updated data and information; work with other teams as needed to gather quantitative and qualitative information (Program Management Delivery & Operations, Teaching & Learning, Finance) Ensure that all grants documents are properly stored and archived, including proposal and grant reporting information Prospect Research (10%) Support fundraising and cultivation teams with robust market research in priority regions   Identify and qualify new donor prospects capable of significant financial support for NMSI programs   Conduct high-quality research on national and regional donor prospects to determine fit and inform cultivation and solicitation strategy   Writing donor profiles for tier 1 candidates   Meeting materials preparation and event support for large briefings and community events  Other duties as assigned What are we looking for? Education & Experience. You have a bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience.   Expert Communicator . You are a concise, compelling writer, as well as an effective verbal communicator. 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 and colleagues. Inclusive . You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or job type—or any other factor that makes us unique! Organized & Productive . You meet deadlines and independently follows through on all assigned responsibilities. You navigate prioritizing your work effectively while managing multiple projects so that nothing falls through the cracks. Detail Oriented . You pay attention to minute details of projects and tasks to ensure excellence. Relationship Builder . You have a knack for building relationships quickly and inspiring those around you.  Reliable. You can work effectively with minimal supervision, but you also know when to ask for help. You maintain private information and handle it with sensitivity and integrity.   Results-Driven. You consistently achieve results despite challenges and temporary set-backs. You push yourself and others to achieve results. Strategic Mindset. You see the big picture and you articulate pictures and visions of possibilities to drive our work forward. Tech Savvy . You embrace technology as a tool to enhance your work effectiveness but not as a means to replace hard work. You have facility with database use and management for maintaining, tracking, and analyzing information you and are adept at learning new technologies quickly. Data Expert. You have a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and data accuracy with the ability to collect, organize, track, analyze and utilize data. Entrepreneurial. You live for the hustle that’s required to forge new paths; you collaborate well with others to make things happen. Sense of Humor . You don’t take yourself too seriously and know how to balance work and fun.   Want to learn more? The  National Math and Science Initiative  is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes.     NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drive outcomes not only at the student and school system levels but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact on the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes.   We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that  all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact     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.

Start Date: Immediate Role Type: Full-time Location: Flexible Who We Are: Transcend is a national nonprofit that leads innovation in school design in close partnership with visionary school operators around the country. We focus on innovation in every aspect of the holistic design of schools—from the aims of school, to students’ experiences, to the use of time, to the roles of educators and families and surrounding communities, to physical space, and much more—to prepare all students for far greater success in the 21st century. We do this through: developing and replicating new school model designs, in close partnership with visionary school operators (in district, charter, and independent schools) building a diverse, cross-disciplinary force of talent for the sector, who can perform the deep R&D needed for school innovation building and sharing actionable knowledge for the sector on how to do school model innovation and change management As a Research and Knowledge Development Associate, you will help us answer some of education’s thorniest questions: How can schools make learning fun and rigorous? How can schools provide students with the right level of autonomy appropriate to their development? What assessments most effectively gauge the evolution in students’ social emotional skills? The results of your work will be used to inspire the design of curricula, staffing, policy, and so much more both within and beyond Transcend! The Nitty Gritty Surface and synthesize research and best practices, drawing from various sources including: Written material such as peer reviewed and professional journals covering a range of fields (e.g. education, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, adult learning, organizational theory, change management, etc.) as well as high-quality white papers and research summaries from Transcend’s peer organizations Conversations with luminary researchers and leaders at other organizations tackling similarly thorny problems Interviews and observations with school operators whose students are achieving amazing results academically, socially, emotionally, and beyond Artifacts from Transcend’s work with school partners Create comprehensive and rigorous yet concise and accessible deliverables based on research to support the work of school design teams and share with the larger education sector Think critically and creatively about the research surfaced, the content and format of each individual deliverable, and how deliverables relate to each other to ensure the creation of products that are thorough, useful, and cohesively aligned Test the accessibility and usefulness of deliverables and adapt them based on user feedback Who You Are You are deeply curious. As you go about your day, you see a million questions just begging to be answered—and, when something grabs your interest, there’s no stopping you! You have a black belt in Advanced Internet Super Sleuthing; in fact, when others see a “dead end,” you see an opportunity to get creative. For you, it’s part of the thrill. And while you always get your answer, not just any answer will do—it’s got to stand up to your rigorous standards. Of course, you realize finding your answer is only half the battle. You also have to share it, and share it well! To do this precise and simple language, compelling visuals, and powerful organizing frameworks are your tools of choice--with them you can disentangle wicked problems, connect a dozen dots, and make the opaquest ideas crystal clear. Before you’re satisfied, the Notorious RBG would be proud to argue your answer in court: it’s got ironclad evidence, complex ideas have been made simple, and it's wrapped in a narrative that would compel even the biggest skeptic. Tell your mama that the questions you help answer have the potential to be your legacy—they will transform education as we know it! Sample Day in the Life AM You start your day by getting on Slack to see what’s happening across Transcend, you message the Knowledge team with a couple of questions that are percolating in your brain, you see a super interesting resource shared by the Yellow Hats League related to assessing social emotional learning (SEL) and save it for later You join a call with a school partner to better understand what they are hoping to learn about competency-based instruction and assessment approaches You draft a quick work plan based on your school-partner call and find time to discuss it with the whole Knowledge team later in the week You check in with your home-base manager and get feedback on the SEL assessment deliverable you outlined last week PM You join a Transcend-wide call to get to know team members more deeply, build relationships, and reflect on our work You spend part of your afternoon digging into the topic of SEL assessment by reading the resource you found on Slack that morning and then searching for additional resources through Google, on the websites of other organizations you know are doing great things, and through ProQuest Your spend the rest of the afternoon reading some of the new resources you found, updating your outline on SEL assessment, and making a list of individuals you want to set up calls with You make some time to review the agenda for a call with a different school partner happening in a few day and you set a reminder to draft some additional questions for the call so you can really harvest great learnings about the new conscious discipline approach they are trying You close out your day by responding to some emails and Slack messages, including some great ideas from your team shared related to the questions you posted that morning Qualifications Noteworthy experience researching (e.g. you’ve refined research questions, conducted literature reviews, and have compiled and presented findings to stakeholders) Experience working in or with PK-12 education organizations as a teacher, school leader, member of a school support organization, researcher, etc. Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills Remarkable aptitude for looking critically at disparate information, drawing meaningful conclusions, and constructing conceptual frameworks that bring everything together Exceptional writing skills punctuated by the ability to communicate complex ideas in precise, simple, well-organized, and accessible ways A knack for finding ways to communicate complex ideas with simplicity and grace, especially for audiences of school practitioners Proven experience thriving in ambiguity and in dynamically changing contexts Aptitude for internalizing the goals of a client or project and working iteratively to improve on deliverables until goals are met or exceeded The Benefits As a Research and Knowledge Development Associate at Transcend, you’ll have opportunities to: Develop resources (e.g. lit reviews, case studies, other medium) that may be published on Transcend’s website Influence the next breakthrough ‘school’ models Work closely with Transcend’s Build Knowledge team Contribute on the cutting-edge of school model design To Apply Are you excited about identifying research and finding practice-based examples that can influence the redesign of “schools”? If so, please attach a resume (or digital equivalent) and one work sample that showcases your ability to synthesize information and other strengths relevant to this position to your application.   We’re an equal opportunity employer, and hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage all candidates to apply.  

As a key member of the NYC Program team, you will manage the overall implementation of content and instructional delivery support to build capacity of NYC DOE staff members. You will be responsible for ensuring successful implementation of program elements including, but not limited to: teacher training, student study sessions, mentoring, formative assessment, curriculum development, pacing/planning guides, summer enrichment etc . You will also collaborate with the Teaching and Learning team to ensure internal alignment, as well as collaborate with NYC DOE staff. You will report directly to the Senior Manager, Content Support & Instructional Delivery, NYC.   What are the details?  Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of NYC’s AP for All Science products and services. Manage AP for All’s AP Science Teacher Professional Development opportunities including APSI, Academic Content Meetings and Spring Training. Manage the execution of science Student Study Sessions, which include additional instruction unique to NYC. Manage Science Vertical Team supports, including a modified LTF summer institute and four additional days of instruction held throughout the school year. Provide/coordinate support for science formative assessments and mock exams. Review NYC specific instructional materials, presenter preparation and agenda development.  Provide guidance and support to science mentors. Coordinate with science trainers to respond to instructional needs demonstrated by science mentoring reports, formative assessment data and NYC-DOE Content Area Specialist interactions. Provide feedback for trainers during training events. Observe and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of training events from a content /trainer lens. Collaborate with NMSI’s Teaching and Learning Team on AP Science, Vertical Teaming and other content related projects. Collaborate with NMSI’s PDO and NYC PDO teams to help setup and co-ordinate AP Science trainings .   Collaborate with NYC DOE and NMSI teams to build capacity of AP for All office. Develop and execute against a strategy to increase access, participation, and success in AP science courses across NYC DOE. Support Vertical Teams through coordination of NYC DOE and NMSI Teaching and Learning. Collaborate with Teaching and Learning and AP for All to build relationships with AP for All Content Area Specialists.   Assist Teaching and Learning with quality review protocols to ensure NMSI teacher and student development materials are among the best in the nation. Analyze data to inform training design and consultant support. Manage Blackboard access and communication plan to AP for All staff and AP teachers. Other duties as assigned. What are we looking for? Education & Experience – You have a Master’s in Education or related discipline (preferred) with at least 3 years of teaching experience. AP course experience in science preferred. Learning & Development Guru – You have a deep understanding of student learning and skill progressions as well as expert knowledge in teacher development and adult learning strategies. Instructional coaching experience preferred. Organized & Productive – You are a master at project planning and managing multiple priorities. You don’t let distractions prevent you from meeting goals. Expert Communicator – You can tailor your communication to multiple types of audiences; you are a concise, compelling writer. Data Geek – You love data, especially how it relates to teacher and student learning progressions and development; you can recognize trends and correlations better than most people and you use data to drive decisions. Tech Savvy – You can design teacher professional development or curricular resources in a variety of modes and platforms, with evidence of success designing materials for delivery online. 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. Reliable – You can work effectively with minimal supervision, but you also know when to ask for help. Flexible – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities. Inclusive – You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or job type—or any other factor that makes us unique! Sense of Humor – You don’t take yourself too seriously; work hard play hard is your mantra.   Want to learn more?  The National Math and Science Initiative is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and Science courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes.  NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drives outcomes not only at the student and school system levels, but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact at the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population level outcomes.  We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact   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 Mathematics + 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.

Are you entrepreneurial, strategic, data-driven, highly-organized and collaborative? Are you looking for experience in human resources or to advance your HR career? If so, the Talent Matching Associate role with WorkMonger, an online job matching service, is an excellent fit. This critical administrative position is heavily involved in electronic communication with our JobSeekers. Additionally, this important role supports the process of matching WorkMonger’s Employer clients with the right JobSeekers for their roles. 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. QUALIFICATIONS Primary Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required Strong written and oral communication skills required A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail required Comfort learning new technology products required; experience with GMASS strongly preferred Experience in the education sector preferred; Experience with Talent/Recruitment 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 contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture A desire to innovate and support an entrepreneurial organization Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in an environment Passion for, and experience with, systems building and improvement Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based systems and database management Willingness to occasionally travel Personal Characteristics: A sense of humor — must love to laugh 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 and shifting responsibilities Excitement to help scale WorkMonger and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and strong work ethic 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, positive attitude, and the highest ethical standards RESPONSIBILITIES Data and Systems Management: Support a culture of productivity and accountability through tracking JobSeeker and Employer milestones Monitor hiring progress of our clients and relevant candidate data to measure success against hiring goals 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 Support WorkMonger’s effort to refine our Employer and JobSeeker profile process Support WorkMonger’s software designers and developers to improve our technology matching platform Communications and Customer Engagement: Manage the digital communication process for sharing job opportunities with JobSeekers and confirming their interest Engage JobSeekers during the matching process to ensure JobSeeker retention while working towards a hire Solicit feedback from JobSeekers and Employers to ensure we are providing high-quality service Support WorkMonger’s profile process to ensure it provides for the most enjoyable profile completion and maximizes JobSeeker sign-ups WorkMonger Matching and Hiring: Support WorkMonger’s talent matching process to match our JobSeekers and our Employers for a variety of roles in the US education sector Review positions submitted by Employers to determine JobSeekers that match the role Work closely with the WorkMonger team to ensure that the talent being recruited for WorkMonger aligns with the roles that are being submitted to WorkMonger Support the hiring process for a portfolio of Employers from start to finish, beginning with sharing the positions with JobSeekers and the potential JobSeekers with Employers, and culminating with a successful hire of a WorkMonger candidate Organizational Strategy: Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy Additional Responsibilities: WorkMonger is a young, scaling organization that is, consequently, in a time of constant change. As such, it is highly likely that the Talent Matching Associate’s responsibilities will grow, shift, or evolve frequently. Also, due to WorkMonger’s small team, there will be times when miscellaneous work needs to be accomplished and is assigned to the Talent Matching Associate despite falling outside of his/her core duties. WorkMonger team members are encouraged to be flexible and responsive to all changes in of duties. Key Elements of Role: Compensation commensurate with experience may be structured as a full-time role or as a part-time role 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

Start Date : Immediate Role Type: Full-time Who We Are Transcend is education’s “R&D Engine,” enabling communities to imagine, create, and spread learning environments that truly prepare all students for what the future demands. We do this by playing two vital roles : We expand the supply of innovative, replicable school models to give communities everywhere a broader and more diverse range of options to adopt We grow demand and readiness for innovation in communities across the country, so they are eager to adopt these models and innovate in effective ways. To play these roles, we are building three core assets that not only serve our work but also grow the field’s capacity for R&D in critical ways: World-class school design offerings that support communities as they imagine, design, build, test, codify, and share innovative school models An open-source knowledge hub that captures, synthesizes, and shares key insights, evidence, and products to reimagine school A vibrant network of schools, talent, experts, other education nonprofits, and funders who support and amplify our - and each other’s - work. The Opportunity As a start-up organization with a push-the-boundaries view of education, we’re excited by new ideas and the prospect of building and maintaining great, scalable systems from day 1. We need an Operations Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced virtual organization, and can help us be efficient, stay organized, and use our time most effectively. We have a portfolio approach to work -- so each team member's projects periodically shifts. Your first set of projects will include supporting the teams focused on school partnerships. You’ll draft and manage important communications, be the first line of communication in many instances, prepare for meetings and presentations, mastermind travel plans, conduct research, manage select team members’ calendars (to support external partnerships and hiring), and tackle special projects.   You’ll report to Jenee Henry Wood, Chief of Staff, and will work closely with other members of the team. The Nitty Gritty There’s no boxing you in, my friend-- you’ll learn and grow with us! In this role, you will: (60%) Support Team Coordination + Operations, including: Scheduling, preparing meeting agendas, and managing logistics and materials Participating in meetings, taking notes and recording ‘next steps’ Tracking, prioritizing, and holding us accountable for delegated tasks and project milestones to ensure we hit our deadlines Organizing materials, food, space, support and follow-up for events/visits Making travel arrangements, when needed, for teammates participating in events Supporting three teammates leading workstreams by scheduling meetings and other calendar support Travel a minimum of 3 times per year (20%) Manage internal and external communications school partners and other stakeholders, including: Writing and editing emails and other written materials on behalf of the team (20%) Manage special projects, including: Supporting execution of on-the-ground operations for full team retreats (3 times annually) Who You Are You believe deeply that all students deserve an excellent education, and that too few receive that today. You excel at thinking through all the small, behind-the-scenes details that create powerful, nurturing experiences for all. You take initiative, manage your time effectively, and pride yourself on your ability to get and stay organized. You enjoy helping others get organized, too (if only your best friend would ask for help tackling their closets...). You’re optimistic, a problem-solver, and enjoy finding flexible, effective solutions where there’s not always a “right” answer. You’re open to feedback, eager to grow, and bring your best to everything you do. You like being part of a team, and make and keep friends easily. You have a sense of humor, and want to work with others who do, too!   Qualifications Highly-dependable, demonstrates integrity working w/ sensitive information and data   Exceptionally organized (you just might have systems for your systems…) Track record of consistently delivering high-quality work against deadlines   Exceptional interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills with staff at all levels   Comfortable working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and Google Apps (Gmail, Drive, Docs) Strong written and verbal communication skills   Flexible, thrives in ambiguity, optimistic, hungry to grow and improve Previous experience in a start-up environment or education reform a plus Driver’s license preferred Join Us! Are you excited about rethinking what it means for schools to deliver an outstanding education? Can you be the glue that helps us remain connected, organized, and happy? If so, apply below! Please note that cover letters are not required (really!) At Transcend, we celebrate, we support, and we thrive on difference and diversity for the benefit of our team members, our partnerships, and our community. Transcend is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and hires without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity The Human Resources Payroll and Data Analyst is responsible for various operational functions to support the Human Resources and Payroll teams.   Key Responsibilities Provide data reporting for regularly scheduled data projects for Human Resources and Payroll.  Examples include:  PEIMS reporting, HR reports to the KIPP Foundation, E-Grants, and the like. Fulfill ad hoc data requests for HR and Payroll. Manage and monitor ADP data connections. Build, maintain, and periodically report on HR and Payroll dashboards. Manage on-line learning in Cornerstone on Demand. Manage the compensation procedures as established, including processing salary increase requests, grading new jobs, and the like. Provide compensation reports and analysis. Maintaining and managing the job description bank.   Manage Human Resources and Payroll projects, as needed. Skills and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution 3-5 years experience working in a Human Resources and/or Compensation fields Experience working in an educational setting preferred •     Strong experience working with HRIS and payroll systems Ability to manage large amounts of data Experience collaborating with team members Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities  Proven written and verbal communication skills  Strong organizational and project management skills Possession of a compassionate and loving attitude toward all children   Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

JOB TITLE: Procurement Systems Specialist   ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity   The primary purpose of this position is to assist with procurement of goods and services to meet the needs of KIPP Texas, Inc. dba KIPP Texas Public Schools. Under general supervision, the Procurement Systems Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the configuration and maintenance of our procurement systems used to procure materials, services, and supplies. The Procurement Systems Specialist will help to solve system-processing issues, stay current on software and hardware advancements and updates, and assisting end-users, as needed, to utilize the system compliantly. This position will be primarily responsible for the administration of the statewide electronic procurement system (Jaggaer/SciQuest platform).    Key Responsibilities   The Procurement Systems Specialist will: 1.    Assist with procurement of products and services Assist end users with proactively identifying needs and obtaining resources Prepare and maintain procurement documentation Create and disseminate procurement reports 2.    Help to improve the effectiveness of the KIPP purchasing process via KIPPeMart, KIPP’s electronic procurement software system Administer the KIPPeMart platform Be a subject matter resource for statewide users Be a system liaison for suppliers and internal departments Provide feedback on procurement processes as it relates to systematic compliance with Board Policy, State and Federal procurement laws 3.    Manage contract documentation via the electronic procurement system 4.    Perform other job-related duties as assigned   Skills and Qualifications Education and Knowledge: Bachelor’s preferred, plus minimum of 2 years experience working in a relevant capacity Strong working knowledge of the Jaggaer/SciQuest procurement platform Purchasing certifications a plus; Certified Texas Purchaser's (CTP), Certified Texas Procurement Manager's (CTPM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), etc. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite Skills : Strong working knowledge of the Jaggaer/SciQuest procurement platform Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative Proven written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to work with a wide-range of people and personalities Must be flexible and have the ability to work in a constantly changing environment Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Strong organizational and planning skills Ability to work well under pressure with a proven record of meeting deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines   Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

JOB TITLE: Contract Administration Specialist   ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity   The primary purpose of this position is to assist with reviewing, negotiating and managing contracts including amendments, extensions, versioning and archives to meet the needs of KIPP Texas, Inc. dba KIPP Texas Public Schools. Under general supervision, the Contract Administration Specialist is responsible for reviewing and creating contracts that reduce liability, include advantageous terms and conditions and create the best value for KIPP Texas, Inc.  The Contract Administration Specialist will help to create a systematic method for requesting contract reviews, help communicate the difference between an MOU, Contract or Lease and work with Procurement to ensure contracts are compliant.   Key Responsibilities   The Contract Administration Specialist will: Prepare contracts and agreements for products and services Review and assist with negotiating contract terms, conditions and pricing Create standardized language for new KIPP Texas, Inc. contracts Prepare and maintain contract versioning and archives via the electronic procurement system Create and disseminate reports as needed Perform other job-related duties as assigned   Skills and Qualifications   Education and Knowledge: ·                 Bachelor’s preferred, plus minimum of 2 years experience working in a relevant capacity Skills: ·                 Strong understanding of contract terms, state and Federal contract laws ·               Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative ·               Proven written and verbal communication skills ·               Excellent interpersonal skills ·               Ability to work with a wide-range of people and personalities ·               Must be flexible and have the ability to work in a constantly changing environment ·               Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy ·               Strong organizational and planning skills ·                 Ability to work well under pressure and to multi-task, with a proven record of meeting deadlines ·                 Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) ·               Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines   Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.     ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

A.Job Summary  The regional engagement manager will be responsible for supporting the Texas Charter Schools Association grassroots advocacy strategy by organizing and equipping parents, building strong relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to school leaders, teachers, staff, community leaders and elected officials at both local and state levels.  B. Supervisory  Position Reports to: Vice President of Strategic Engagement Positions Supervised: None C. Essential Job Functions 1. Implement advocacy and community engagement strategies to help support charter schools  2. Ensure that parents, teachers and other stakeholders are prepared to engage in local and state advocacy efforts 3. Develop partnerships with like-minded organizations that can provide support for charter schools 4. Engage parents and equip them with consistent, compelling, accurate information about public charter schools and involve them in advocacy efforts 5. Create opportunities for charter school leaders, parents, teachers, and other advocates to share their stories and messages with key community groups and individuals 6. Organize applicable parent training focused on grassroots advocacy efforts 7. Engage key stakeholders and organizations including school tours and opportunities to meet parents, teachers, students, board members, and others 8. Implement get out the vote opportunities in the identified region D. Additional Job Functions: 1. Maintain regular and punctual attendance 2. Flexibility in scheduling as some responsibilities may require occasional evening or weekend work 3. Approximately 20% office time and 80% travel and engagement between schools in the Central Texas area  4. Work cooperatively with others. 5. The ability to work independently to achieve performance goals with minimal supervision 6. Comply with all company policies and procedures. 7. Physical demands include driving and some light physical labor including room setups and carrying printed materials E. Additional Responsibilities 1. Skilled writer with attention to detail. Skilled communicator on all levels who can communicate complex issues to our internal and external stakeholders.  2. Work as a goal-oriented team player who can pay close attention to detail while multi-tasking. 3. Evidence of high-level organizational and analytical skills, and ability to manage and coordinate a number of projects and tasks simultaneously.  4. Knowledge of charter schools and the charter movement. Note - This position will be located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area and will support charter schools in that area.   Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in using all of MS Office products and various Internet-based research tools Preferred Qualifications Three or more years of professional experience in education or organizing preferred. Demonstrated ability to identify target audiences and effectively recruit support, share understandings, and provide education for a common cause. Experience in creating and implementing grassroots campaigns through skilled organizing preferred. Spanish-speaking ability a plus Bachelor degree preferred Citizenship, residency or work visa required

*Position* *Summary* Finance Services Director Duties Ongoing Processes • Primary client contact with assigned clients to include answering charter development, structure, start-up, issues, and other miscellaneous compliance financial questions. • Supervision and overall management of Back Office services and personnel assigned to their accounts to ensure they are in line with CSS policies and procedures. • Overall management ensuring timeliness of all schedules: internal, client imposed, and regulated by State or other agencies • Developing, implementing, and managing efficient financial procedures for assigned clients • Providing input to the Charter School Success management team • Management of CSS policies and procedures to ensure they are being followed for all types of back-office processing (examples: accounts payable, payroll, communication with client, deadlines, etc.) • Management of Finance Managers day to day management of all back office services and CSS Finance Back office team. CSS Finance Trainer • Preparation/Update and submission of all monthly Texas Charter Business, financial and non-financials (as needed) “Today’s Tips” • Preparation/Update and presentation of all monthly Texas Charter Business, financial and non-financial (as needed) webinars, conferences and site visits Marketing and business development • Performing marketing activities for both Charter School Success and Charter School Business Officer Certification • Attending appropriate trainings and conferences as a Charter School Success representative and preparing a summary report of proceedings for the rest of the CSS team Client Liaison • Attending at least two client Board meeting per year to present financial analyses, preferably at the Budget and Audit approval meetings • Ensure deadlines are met per client schedule and expectations • Consulting with clients on special projects • Ensuring client’s questions are answered and their needs are met in a timely fashion Client Onboarding • Onboarding and training new Business Clients to ensure an understanding of Charter School Success procedures, policies, and systems • Management and main point of contact of onboarding process with client • Set initial internal onboarding CSS team meeting to determine timeline and implementation process for client • Wrap of client onboarding process with client. • Ensure client is happy and policies and procedures are running smoothly between CSS and client. Monthly Processing • Final reviewer, approval and presents final (in-person and/or teleconference) monthly financial reports for client’s Board and Administration in CSS reporting format. • Overall management of the client general ledger ensure books are properly closed by CSS Finance Services Team. • Final Certifier of the client monthly Expenditure Reporting – Federal Fund draws • Final approval of all Federal Fund adjustments per the budget in Expenditure reporting to ensure budget in AIS system matches current budget in Expenditure reporting • Final approval of all monthly journal entries for all clients (as needed) • Final approval of all monthly budget journals (as needed) • Internal auditor of CSS policies and procedures for all clients to ensure monthly documentation is audit ready and client shared files are up to date. Internal Trainer to CSS team • Onboarding, training, supervising, monitoring, and evaluating Finance Managers and Specialists to ensure an understanding and implementation of Charter School Success procedures, policies, and systems • Weekly progress meetings with Finance Managers and staff to ensure client and CSS expectations are met on a weekly, quarterly and annual basis. • Reviewer/Update and Trainer of all CSS policies and procedures in line with new FASRG, TEA guidelines and federal guidelines. Annual Processing • Final approval of annual 1099/1096 reporting • Final approval of annual W-2/W-3 reporting • Final approval of annual 990 Informational Tax Return • Final approval of annual Child Nutrition Financial Management Report • Final approval of annual Charter FIRST Financial Management Information for required annual public charter hearing • Final approval of next year client dropbox folders • Final approval of next year client trend analysis reporting document to include the implementation of any changes for the new reporting year • Final approval of PEIMS FALL Submission – Finance Budget • Final approval of PEIMS Mid-Year Submission – Finance Audit • Final approval of client Open Purchase Order list Budget Processing • Set up and manage the budget process timeline for each client to include client communication of process, due dates, client meeting dates and board meeting dates. • Final approval and review of the initial PrePlanning Client Tool for assigned clients before it goes to the client. • Final approval and review of the Budget Tool used for client meeting to include initial compliance review of Maintenance of Effort (MOE), FIRST

ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity   The DCA leads the educational performance of the region through a clear vision and strategic direction for the region’s curriculum, instruction, and school improvement initiatives; designs and implements professional development that provides educators with understanding of instructional best practices; and articulates and ensures that the region’s missions and goals are achieved, as well as collaborating with other leaders around issues of instructional quality. The DCA has primary authority and accountability to implement a vertically aligned curriculum and assessment system in absence of any state-directed curriculum. Collaboration with members of the regional academic team and school leaders is vital to the success of the region, fostering healthy schools, and overall academic achievement.   They will consistently demonstrate their experience in the design, integration, and implementation of a large complex system to improve student results, as well as knowledge of curriculum, instructional practices, school improvement and leadership development.   General Role Description Student Achievement |  Create and manage strong systems, structures and practices to ensure that each student meets or exceeds state and national standards by demonstrating mastery of a rigorous curriculum that provides a foundation for success in career readiness or college preparedness and beyond. Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment |  Manages the development, implementation and progress monitoring of curricula and ensures that both curricula and instruction are standards-aligned, research-based, and enriched through authentic, real-world problem solving. Performance Based Culture |  Create an environment for sustainable performance improvement and accomplishment of the KIPP Texas vision, mission, core goals and core beliefs. Enabling Systems |  Create, monitor and improve the systems and structures that drive instructional excellence such as academic progress meetings, content team meetings, internalization structures, etc. Teacher and Leader Effectiveness |  Assure that their respective region has an effective teacher in every classroom, an effective school leader to lead each school and an effective school leadership team in every building.                   Key Responsibilities    The DCA’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following: Supervise curriculum and instruction, professional development to improve school achievement and support the development of content expertise Provide vision and strategic direction for the region’s curriculum, instruction and school improvement initiatives, aligned with the long term strategy to improve student achievement and narrow the achievement gap between racial, ethnic and economic groups. Build and lead a highly effective, innovative regional academics department including re-envisioning the current team, roles and responsibilities as necessary Manage multi-year strategic planning and change management to align regional efforts with a state-wide vision and operating model Reduce the variability in curricula, instruction, and assessment and implement a vertically aligned curriculum and assessment system, which includes the management of the roll-out of college-readiness, and consistent delivery of instruction aligned with key standards Leverage data to inform strategic direction Serve as a member of the state academic leadership team and collaborate with other departments to ensure support to teachers and the effective delivery of instructional programs and services to all schools Collaborate with school leaders and school managers to develop instructional programs and implement reform models designed to improve achievement of all students Serve as the key strategic thought partner to the Regional Superintendent, regarding academic and educational issues. Oversee the allocation of materials and staff resources for academic departments, ensure their use for the purposes intended, Ensure region compliance with State regulations and policies in monitoring, assessment, and reporting for all academic programs   Skills and Qualifications   Instructional Knowledge and Expertise Proven ability to develop and deliver programming that drives improved academic performance for all student populations; knows effective practice for differentiating instruction Deep understanding of curricular frameworks, pedagogy, and quality classroom materials; experience developing and implementing curriculum for a wide variety of grade levels and subjects Strong knowledge of high-quality instructional practices and the ability to lead others to implement these practices consistently across classrooms and school sites Thorough knowledge of effective instruction and knowledge of current theories of curriculum instruction and assessment Experience and ability to utilize analytic systems and data analysis to make instructional decisions and set instructional priorities   Empathy, Commitment to Cause, and DEI Deep understanding of the urban school system environment and commitment to improving student achievement Passionately believes that all students can achieve at high levels Demonstrates cultural competence and a deep understanding of and empathy for issues facing urban families Develops and nurtures a team that values and recognizes diversity, equity and inclusion   Communication, Interpersonal and Team Skills Builds and maintains strong relationships Works successfully alone or on a team Effectively leads a team that has student level impact Strong verbal and written communication skills; tailors message for the audience, context, and mode of communication Actively listens to others and able to effectively interpret others’ motivations and perceptions. Builds consensus and resolves conflicts; exhibits willingness to have difficult conversations Skillfully navigates existing political structures/systems   Problem Solving and Systems Thinking Understands how various systems / departments interact to achieve the long term goal Makes decisions using data and technology Takes initiative to solve problems and create stakeholder buy-in Supports individuals to successfully adopt change in order to drive organizational success and improve student outcomes Identifies and prioritizes mission critical issues with alignment of people, time and resources Offer innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems. Exhibits strong focus on goals and results. Sets clear metrics for success Removes barriers or obstacles that make it difficult for school leaders to achieve their goals and ensures that school leaders have the resources they need to succeed Demonstrates excellent execution and project management skills, including attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to balance the big picture with detailed steps to reach the end goal, and ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines.   Leadership skills Motivates, inspires, and moves other adults to action to achieve ambitious goal Skilled at re-envisioning, building, and managing a team, especially in a time of growth and change; excellent at identifying talent and taking advantage of each person’s skills and contribution to team effort Builds and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups Moves groups to consensus and resolves conflicts. Exhibits willingness to have difficult conversations Builds coalitions and works collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at all levels, including but not limited to region personnel, students, families, communities, and/or advocacy groups Establishes clear expectations, deliverables and deadlines Sets clear agendas and facilitates effective meetings Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate staff from different cultural backgrounds and skill sets   Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution, Master’s degree strongly preferred. Significant K-12 teaching experience and prior success in a school leadership position, either as a School Leader/Principal or as an Assistant Principal with a significant focus on academic achievement and instruction.     Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.