Tuesday, 22 May 2012

[YEP-DC] HOWARD ROAD ACADEMY VACANCIES - Summer School Teachers, Counselor, 2012-2013 Teachers, HR Associate

Howard Road Academy – Summer School Teachers

Howard Road Academy is one of the District of Columbia’s leading charter schools. We are focused on student achievement and providing the highest quality education possible. We offer a highly structured curriculum that sets high expectations and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. We are committed to working closely with this community to ensure its continued growth.

Mission Statement

The Academy is committed to academic excellence for all students. We will achieve individual measurable academic outcomes through a rigorous, engaging, and safe learning environment designed to prepare students to gain entry into selective high schools—No exception, No excuses!

Position Status: July 9- August 3, 2012

Hourly Rate: $40

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Number of Positions: Twenty (20)

Position Summary:

To serve as a Summer School teacher for Howard Road Academy. To provide students with a first class learning experience that maximizes their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development, including the development of their ability to apply their intellect to solving problems and contribute to their communities as enlightened and responsible citizens.

Primary Tasks:

1. Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the charter school.

2. Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on student and adult learning.

3. Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and own personal performance.

4. Offer content and instruction that ensures student achievement of school’s academic standards.

5. Support a school philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied into student learning and other school goals.

6. Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to access, identify and apply to instructional improvement.

7. Provide opportunities for the community to be involved in student and school success.

Characteristic Duties and Performance Standards (Essential)

1. Accept responsibility for the achievement of students.

2. Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students

3. Demonstrate effective planning and organization for instruction by: having lesson plans available at least one week in advance to assist in case of absence; taking attendance as required; tracking and submitting grades accurately and on time; keeping classroom organized, neat and attractive at all times.

4. Motivate students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities, assignments, relationships, participation and feedback; set high expectations; and demonstrate sensitivity to different learning styles.

5. Use creative instructional methods and procedures and adapt effectively to unusual situations.

6. Select appropriate materials for implementation of the Paragon Curriculum and adapts materials and methods to learning styles and abilities of students.

7. Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the school, and the community

8. Demonstrate exceptional classroom techniques which include: the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communication in large and small groups and with individual students, an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and teacher experiences.

9. Work cooperatively with parents and generate parents’ confidence in the teacher.

10. Demonstrate genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.

11. Promote good citizenship through actions as role model.

12. Provide a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, practices, respect for individual children, and development of responsible citizenship.

13. Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions for success.

14. Use technology effectively for instruction, record keeping and other administrative tasks, and communications.

15. Share responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to operation of school. Serve, when asked, as a teacher mentor.

16. Conduct one ’s self-according to professional, ethical principles. Continually strive to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, and interpersonal relationships. Adhere to all school policies for both students and personnel.

17. Share responsibility for marketing the Charter School in the community.

18. Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the school.

19. Display pride in being a teacher and a member of the charter school team by displaying positive behavior and fully participating in the school culture. Attend faculty meetings and participate on committees.

20. Identify and participate in professional development opportunities.

21. Conduct and document parent conferences.

22. Be familiar with and support school administration in the effective implementation of the school’s Emergency Response Plan.

23. Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee

Performance Standards: (Marginal)

1. Perform various assigned responsibilities, as allowed by state and federal law, of other employees in their absence to the extent other responsibilities permit.

Required Education/Skills: Bachelor Degree in Education or related discipline (i.e., social science, humanities). Must have appropriate credentials as designated by the State Department of Education. Must demonstrate competency in all areas of content responsibility and be computer literate.

Needs to demonstrate the ability to:

Ø Communicate through superior written and oral communications skills.

Ø Exhibit a high caliber of expertise in subject matter.

Ø Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.

Ø Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.

Ø Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.

Ø Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.

Ø Motivate and create a shared vision within the school community.

Ø Be respected as an adult learner and as an individual.

Ø Serve as a role model who acknowledges through actions and behaviors the critical value of human relationships in achieving personal and professional goals and organizational purpose.

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this position description representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to jsterrett@howardroadacademy.org NO CALLS.


 

Howard Road Academy – Middle School Counselor

Howard Road Academy is one of the District of Columbia’s leading charter schools. We are focused on student achievement and providing the highest quality education possible. We offer a highly structured curriculum that sets high expectations and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. We are committed to working closely with this community to ensure its continued growth.

Mission Statement

The Academy is committed to academic excellence for all students. We will achieve individual measurable academic outcomes through a rigorous, engaging, and safe learning environment designed to prepare students to gain entry into selective high schools—No exception, No excuses!

Position Status: 10 Month

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Number of Positions: One (1)

Position Summary:

To provide the school community, parents, student and teachers with an exemplary, ongoing professional student-counseling program. To provide services which contribute and respond to the individual needs of students and their parents by: arranging for initial assessments; participating on IEP team as appropriate; conducting or overseeing evaluations; developing and refining the behavior management system; monitoring interventions; serve as liaison with school staff and outside resources; and maintaining consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures.

Primary Tasks:

1. Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the charter school.

2. Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on student and adult learning.

3. Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and own personal performance.

4. Offer resources, professional expertise and coaching that supports student achievement of school’s academic standards.

5. Support a school philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied into

student learning and other school goals.

6. Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to access, identify and apply to the improvement of the behavior management program.

7. Offer opportunities for the community to be involved in student and school success.

Characteristic Duties and Performance Standards: (Essential)

1. Accept responsibility for the successful implementation of the Charter School’s program and for the achievement of students.

2. Develop or refine the behavior management system

3. Assume responsibility for coordinating, monitoring and reporting student interventions.

4. Serve as resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding any counseling needs.

5. Work with students, parents and staff in a compassionate and productive manner.

6. Assist teachers in effective planning, organization and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management.

7. Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures.

8. Plan for initial student assessment and participate on the IEP team as appropriate.

9. Conduct or oversee student evaluations.

10. Utilize excellent research and communication skills, including Internet research, MS

Word and educational software to support the behavior program.

11. Guide the teacher learning process toward working with student behavior and

classroom management in order to better implement the personal learning plans of students.

12. Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations.

13. Organize resources effectively to support student learning in the classroom, the school, and the community.

14. Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking.

15. Work cooperatively with parents and generate parents’ confidence in the teacher and the school community at large.

16. Demonstrate genuine concern for students and teachers in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.

17. Promote good citizenship through actions as a positive role model.

18. Provide a school culture based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual students, and development of responsible citizenship.

19. Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect student development and conditions for success.

20. Use technology effectively for instruction, record keeping and other administrative tasks, and communications.

21. Conduct one-self according to professional, ethical principles.

22. Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the school.

23. Display pride in being a member of the Charter School Leadership Team.

24. Be familiar with and support school administration in the effective implementation of the school’s Emergency Response Plan.

25. Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Manual.

Performance Standards: (Marginal)

1. Perform various assigned responsibilities, as allowed by state and federal law, of other employees in their absence to the extent other responsibilities permit.

Required Education/Skills: Graduate degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field, valid state certification and demonstrated competence as a school based social services counselor. Must demonstrate mastery of all areas of counseling responsibility and be computer literate. Position holder must demonstrate a strong understanding of local, regional, State and Federal resources that support families, students and school institutions.

Needs to demonstrate the ability to:

· Communicate through superior written and oral communications skills.

· Exhibit a high caliber of expertise in counseling and student and family support.

· Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.

· Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.

· Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.

· Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.

· Motivate and create a shared vision within the school community.

· Be respected as an adult learner and as an individual.

· Serve as a role model who acknowledges through actions and behaviors the critical value of human relationships in achieving personal and professional goals and organizational purpose.

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this position description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to mtutt@howardroadacademy.org or Fax 202.610.5718 NO CALLS.

Howard Road Academy – 2012/2013 SY Teachers

Howard Road Academy is one of the District of Columbia’s leading charter schools. We are focused on student achievement and providing the highest quality education possible. We offer a highly structured curriculum that sets high expectations and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. We are committed to working closely with this community to ensure its continued growth.

Mission Statement

The Academy is committed to academic excellence for all students. We will achieve individual measurable academic outcomes through a rigorous, engaging, and safe learning environment designed to prepare students to gain entry into selective high schools—No exception, No excuses!

Position Status: School Year 2012-2013 10-month

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Summary:

To serve as a teacher for Howard Road Academy. To provide students with a first class learning experience that maximizes their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development, including the development of their ability to apply their intellect to solving problems and contribute to their communities as enlightened and responsible citizens.

Primary Tasks:

1. Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the charter school.

2. Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on student and adult learning.

3. Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and own personal performance.

4. Offer content and instruction that ensures student achievement of school’s academic standards.

5. Support a school philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied into student learning and other school goals.

6. Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to access, identify and apply to instructional improvement.

7. Provide opportunities for the community to be involved in student and school success.

Characteristic Duties and Performance Standards (Essential)

1. Accept responsibility for the achievement of students.

2. Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students

3. Demonstrate effective planning and organization for instruction by: having lesson plans available at least one week in advance to assist in case of absence; taking attendance as required; tracking and submitting grades accurately and on time; keeping classroom organized, neat and attractive at all times.

4. Motivate students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities, assignments, relationships, participation and feedback; set high expectations; and demonstrate sensitivity to different learning styles.

5. Use creative instructional methods and procedures and adapt effectively to unusual situations.

6. Select appropriate materials for implementation of the Paragon Curriculum and adapts materials and methods to learning styles and abilities of students.

7. Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the school, and the community

8. Demonstrate exceptional classroom techniques which include: the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communication in large and small groups and with individual students, an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and teacher experiences.

9. Work cooperatively with parents and generate parents’ confidence in the teacher.

10. Demonstrate genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.

11. Promote good citizenship through actions as role model.

12. Provide a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, practices, respect for individual children, and development of responsible citizenship.

13. Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions for success.

14. Use technology effectively for instruction, record keeping and other administrative tasks, and communications.

15. Share responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to operation of school. Serve, when asked, as a teacher mentor.

16. Conduct one ’s self-according to professional, ethical principles. Continually strive to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, and interpersonal relationships. Adhere to all school policies for both students and personnel.

17. Share responsibility for marketing the Charter School in the community.

18. Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the school.

19. Display pride in being a teacher and a member of the charter school team by displaying positive behavior and fully participating in the school culture. Attend faculty meetings and participate on committees.

20. Identify and participate in professional development opportunities.

21. Conduct and document parent conferences.

22. Be familiar with and support school administration in the effective implementation of the school’s Emergency Response Plan.

23. Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee

Performance Standards: (Marginal)

1. Perform various assigned responsibilities, as allowed by state and federal law, of other employees in their absence to the extent other responsibilities permit.

Required Education/Skills: Bachelor Degree in Education or related discipline (i.e., social science, humanities). Must have appropriate credentials as designated by the State Department of Education. Must demonstrate competency in all areas of content responsibility and be computer literate.

Needs to demonstrate the ability to:

Ø Communicate through superior written and oral communications skills.

Ø Exhibit a high caliber of expertise in subject matter.

Ø Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.

Ø Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.

Ø Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.

Ø Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.

Ø Motivate and create a shared vision within the school community.

Ø Be respected as an adult learner and as an individual.

Ø Serve as a role model who acknowledges through actions and behaviors the critical value of human relationships in achieving personal and professional goals and organizational purpose.

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this position description representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to mtutt@howardroadacademy.org NO CALLS.

Howard Road Academy – Human Resource Associate

Howard Road Academy is one of the District of Columbia’s leading charter schools. We are focused on student achievement and providing the highest quality education possible. We offer a highly structured curriculum that sets high expectations and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. We are committed to working closely with this community to ensure its continued growth.

Mission Statement

The Academy is committed to academic excellence for all students. We will achieve individual measurable academic outcomes through a rigorous, engaging, and safe learning environment designed to prepare students to gain entry into selective high schools—No exception, No excuses!

Position Status: full-time, 12 month

Salary: Commensurate with rank and experience

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Number of Positions: One (1)

Brief Description of Duties

The duties and responsibilities of the HR Administrative Assistant, as assigned by the building principal, may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Recruiting and staffing logistics;

2. Performance management and improvement tracking systems;

3. Employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping;

4. Assisting with employee relations;

5. Company-wide committee facilitation and participation;

6. Company employee communication;

7. Compensation and benefits administration and recordkeeping;

8. Employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and

9. Employee services;

10. Maintaining employee files and the HR filing system;

11. Assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office.

Required Qualifications:

High School graduate and 2 years related experience and/or training. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Must also have:

  • Prior administrative experience,
  • Strong planning,
  • Coordination and organizational skills,
  • Project management skills,
  • Teamwork,
  • Verbal and written communications skills, strong analytical skills.
  • Prior experience in Human Resources is a plus.
  • Must be capable of becoming an expert in HR tools and be able to train others in their use.
  • Must be willing to leverage, collaborate and plan with other HR Assistants and HR employees
  • High level of proficiency with MS Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and Visio.
  • Ability to gather and analyze information and use it to develop effective solutions.
  • Time management in a fast paced office environment, with the ability to work on multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
  • Must also be proactive and have the ability to work effectively under pressure and within short time constraints.
  • Good judgment in resolving issues, the ability to maintain confidential information, the ability to work independently to achieve results, strong analytical skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail are required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to mtutt@howardroadacademy.org  or fax to 202.610.5718 NO CALLS

 

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