[YEP-DC] Job Posting: The Achievement Network - Network Associate: D.C.

Network Associate

Location: Washington, DC

Position available immediately

 

Organizational Overview:
Founded in Boston in 2005, The Achievement Network (ANet) is an entrepreneurial nonprofit organization on the cutting edge of education reform. We have grown more than 80% per year over the last four years, and we now serve over 500 schools educating 150,000 students in Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., Louisiana, Newark, Chicago, Tennessee, Michigan, Colorado, and New York City. Across our national network, our partner schools are outperforming their peers, with schools in most of our networks achieving twice the gains of non-ANet schools. Our support has consistently helped our schools – whether district or charter, high capacity or low capacity, new to ANet or long-time partners – achieve breakthrough results for their students.

 

Over the last 10 years, school systems have invested heavily in assessment programs and data systems. These systems have generated large amounts of information about student achievement, but they have done little to help educators target their instruction to the needs of each student in their classroom. In other words, schools have developed systems that enable assessment of student learning, but they have not mastered the art of using assessment for student learning. ANet helps schools build that capability through focused use of data, standards, and time. We provide our partners with the tools and training they need to go from data to action:

·         Our assessment, planning, and instructional tools help teachers and school leaders understand where they need to focus their time and attention.

·         Our coaching and professional development help schools turn that focus into concrete actions that consistently improve instruction for students throughout the year.

Our proprietary technology assets provide a backbone for the support we deliver to our schools.

 

ANet has received multiple awards and recognition, including a prestigious Investing In Innovation (I3) grant from the federal government and New Schools Venture Fund's "Organization of the Year" in 2011. Over the next five years, we will build on this success. By 2017, we expect to reach over 250,000 students while continuing to deliver breakthrough results for our schools.

 

Position Overview:

The DC Network was established in 2008 and is poised to serve over 100 schools in the next two years.  There are currently 75 school partners in every ward of the District of Columbia.  In the 2014-15 school year, the DC Network is among a few networks to offer online assessments to school partners and continue to serve secondary schools through ANet's High School Pilot.  This is an ideal opportunity for a quick learner with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders and the desire to tackle a wide variety of projects within a high-performing, rapidly-growing network. This role will have multiple responsibilities and provide critical support to the Executive Director and entire Network team (Managing Director(s) and Director(s) of School Support).

 

The Network Associate will be responsible for delivering excellent organization-wide customer service to school partners and the Network team.  They will work closely with the Executive Director to assist with the definition, implementation, and documentation of Network rhythms, while supporting the delivery of high-quality service to schools. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has a passion for project management, process improvement and the ability to quickly put a plan into action.

 

The Associate will coordinate events that bring school leaders from our partner schools together to share and expand their learning. He or she will support the administration of interim assessments in our partner schools and prepare materials for meetings with school districts and charter school partners. In addition, the Associate will manage the logistical operations of the Network, such as calendar management, supply procurement, and budget and expense tracking.  The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented and motivated by having an impact on student achievement.

 

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage office operations including calendar coordination, meeting preparation, budget & expense tracking, contracts, and supply and material procurement
• Maintain school partner and stakeholder contact information; maintain up-to-date, accurate records of contracts, assessment details and various data requests from the national office
• Manage outreach and communication to teachers and leadership teams that attend ANet professional development events
• Work with ANet's Network Support and Analysis Team and partner schools to coordinate logistics for the effective administration of interim assessments – a critical component of our model
• Prepare content and materials for meetings with school partners and district leaders under the direction of members of the Network team
• Plan, manage and enlist support of the team to execute high impact learning events, including but not limited to securing contracts for event space, guest list, registration materials, waivers, releases, event feedback, setting up event space and other key details to ensure school partners have an outstanding experience
• Synthesize meeting notes, feedback and data from coaches regarding effective implementation of the ANet data cycle at partner schools
• Support Executive Director and Network team as needed with travel planning and scheduling
• Execute on ad hoc special projects and data analysis tasks as needed
• Strong writer with demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communications including proficiency in grammar, editing, and proofreading

Required Skills and Characteristics:

In order to be successful in this role, ideal candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Belief in The Achievement Network's mission and strategy: Embracing assessments and data as meaningful tools for raising student achievement, professional development as a critical lever to improve schools and network collaboration as a powerful means of spreading best practices across schools
• Superior organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills, including strong capacity to create and manage project tracking systems
• Exceptional attention to detail with a deadline- and solution-oriented approach to work
• Ability to incorporate written and oral feedback consistently across tasks
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with events management and outreach  
• Proactive, creative and motivated, including an ability to take initiative and to seek out professional development opportunities
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with ANet team members and school and district staff in a variety of contexts; exceptional writing skills required
• Comfort with working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial workplace
• Technical proficiency with Google, Excel, Powerpoint and other MS Office software required
• Willingness to identify priorities, manage time, meet deadlines and be responsive to the changing needs of the of the team is essential
• A commitment to follow through and positive attitude is a must 

 

Experience and Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Candidates with at least six years of full-time experience in a communications, events and/or administrative roles strongly preferred
• Experience running an active office environment with an ability to be friendly, reliable, efficient and responsive is essential

Benefits and Compensation:

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience and qualifications.  We also offer a comprehensive benefits plan including health and dental insurance; a 401(K) plan; 10 paid holidays as well as paid days off between the Christmas and New Year's holidays; three weeks vacation (four weeks after two years with the organization); 10 paid sick/personal days; 1 floating holiday; and short and long-term disability coverage.

 

How to Apply:

The Achievement Network is soliciting applications for this position immediately.  To apply, please visit our website, http://www.achievementnetwork.org/careers/ and click the "Apply Now" button.  You can review our positions, create an application, and upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling and urgent basis.

 

The Achievement Network is committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization.  We are an equal opportunity employer and seek individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply to this position.

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