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Friday, 3 June 2016

[YEP-DC] Recruitment and Talent Manager at Scholar Academies -WA, DC

Position Summary

DC Scholars is currently looking for a Talent and Human Resources Manager to support work at their two DC campuses: DC Scholars Public Charter School and DC Scholars Stanton Elementary School.

About DC Scholars

DC Scholars is focused on improving educational equity with a direct focus on turning around low-performing schools. Our network prides itself on a student-centered culture with 100% mission and core values alignment, dedication to high standards for all students, and the drive for taking on the hardest work and achieving breakthrough results for students in Washington DC.

Job Requirements

Your Work

Sourcing

Develop and execute a regional sourcing strategy to continually attract high-quality candidates to DC Scholars schools by:

· Building a robust, high quality, diverse pool of candidates to fill positions

· Posting information about job openings on the internal website and external websites/job boards

· Tracking the effectiveness of specific sources and finding innovative ways to maximize sourcing pipelines & partnerships

· Planning and coordinating recruitment and networking events

· Utilizing social media and other online recruitment and networking tools

· Developing content for the external communications

· Managing partnerships with teacher and leader pipeline programs and stakeholders

Candidate Review

Utilize DC Scholars selection criteria in order to present exceptional pools of qualified candidates to School Directors by:

· Screening online applications according to selection criteria

· Conducting phone screens according to selection criteria

· Building rapport with qualified candidates to deepen their interest and investment in our network

· Communicating with all applicants in a timely and professional manner

Communication and Collaboration

Ensure the improvement and dissemination of DC Scholars' talent practices by:

· Adopting and implementing systems and tools

· Supporting School Directors in designing and executing campus-based selection plans

· Collaborating with School Directors to review candidate progress and support movement into onboarding

· Serving as a School Director thought partner on talent management and team development

· Providing regional leaders and School Directors frequent updates on talent pools in order to inform decision-making

· Working with members of the regional and school based teams to extend and enhance the Scholar Academies brandWorking with School Directors and leadership teams to assist with thoughtful retention planning aligned to school goals

· Distributing, tracking and analyzing annual talent data sources (including the Insight survey and exit interviews) to inform annual planning

Human Resources

Serve as a resource to new staff members around human resources initiatives by:

· Working in partnership with our operations team to revise and improve our HR policies, procedures and packages

· Supporting candidates with regional human resources and certification requirements

· Obtaining certification, clearance and other compliance related documents

· Tracking and organizing onboarding paperwork for all new hires

· Developing and maintain an organizational system for data collection

· Communicating and connecting team members to critical onboarding requirements

Experience

· At least three years of relevant work experience, prior teaching experience highly preferred

· Bachelor's degree

· Outstanding organization skills and detail-orientation

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

· Exceptional customer-service and interpersonal skills

· Demonstrated ability to cultivate networks, build relationships and motivate others in order to achieve results

· Must be resilient, persistent, collaborative, and professional

· Ability to work well independently, as well as in a tem

· Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects in a deadline driven environment

· Demonstrated professionalism

· A positive, high-energy attitude, the ability to problem solve and a drive for excellence

· Passion for education reform and a commitment to close the achievement gap between racial, ethnic and economic group

Rewards

· Competitive salary and benefits package

· Opportunities for advancement

· Professional connections with others who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap

· Maximizing your impact by working in schools where we are raising the bar for student achievement.

Apply Here:http://www.Click2Apply.net/gqkkzmbjk8

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[YEP-DC] Part-Time Middle School Special Education Teacher (2016-2017) Scholar Academies-WA, DC

Position Summary

DC Scholars is seeking a part-time Middle School Special Education Teacher who believes that all students should be held to high academic standards. He or she will cultivate a strong culture of achievement, and lead classroom communities where students are engaged and self-motivated. This position is based at DC Scholars Public Charter School in the 2016 - 2017 academic year.

About Scholar Academies

Scholar Academies is seeking passionate, hardworking, data-driven educators with outstanding instructional skills. Our teachers believe all students should be held to high academic standards.

Scholar Academies is focused on improving educational equity with a direct focus on turning around low-performing schools. Our network prides itself on a student-centered culture with 100% mission and core values alignment, dedication to high standards for all students, and the drive for taking on the hardest work and achieving breakthrough results. We lead schools in Philadelphia, Washington, DC, TrentonandMemphis.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

Your Work

Plan towards and provide excellent instruction, making every minute count in your classroom.
Provide differentiated learning opportunities for every student.
Set and reinforce clear expectations for student behavior.
Receive feedback and coaching from school leaders.
Collaborate with other teachers to increase student engagement and achievement.
Reward positive student behavior and hold students accountable using school-wide systems.
Engage with family members regularly and participate in school-wide family engagement activities including home visits, phone calls to family members, and school-based meetings with families.
Create, modify and carry out Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students included within a caseload.
Provide appropriate modifications and accommodations in accordance with each student's IEP.
Monitor progress of each student's IEP goals on a regular basis.
Co-teach in an inclusion setting with a general education teacher. Collaborate with this teacher in lesson planning and classroom management. Both teachers will take accountability for all learners with the classroom.
Teach all subject areas within a self-contained classroom. Provide instruction that is tailored to the needs of each individual student while still aligned with grade level state standards.
Provide small group instruction including developing materials, lessons, homework assignments based on state standards and school-wide goals for achievement
Support students who have behavioral, academic or social disabilities
Collaborate with general instruction teachers to meet the needs of all learners and to design effective instructional and behavioral plans

Skills and characteristics

Outstanding instructional skills.
Demonstrates use of data to inform instructional planning.
Mastery and enthusiasm for content/subject area.
The ability to motivate students and cultivate a culture of achievement.
A belief that all students should be held to high academic standards.
Resilience and professionalism.
Demonstrates commitment to school transformation.
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
Exhibits Scholar Academies' core values of Passion + Persistence, High Bar, Trust, Humility & Growth and Hope.
Reflective and open to feedback and coaching.

Educational Background and Work Experience

Experience driving student achievement results, preferably in an urban public or charter school.
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Must have or be working towards in-state teacher certification

The Rewards:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for advancement within the Scholar Academies network.
Professional connections with other expert educators who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap
Weekly professional development sessions
Maximizing your impact by working in schools where we are raising the bar for student achievement.

Apply Here

[YEP-DC] Middle School Math Teacher (2016-2017), Scholar Academies (Washington, DC, United States)

Position Summary

Scholar Academies is seeking an outstanding Middle School Math Teacher. Our teachers believe all students should be held to high academic standards. They cultivate a strong culture of achievement, and lead classroom communities where students are engaged and self-motivated. This Math Teacher position will be based at DC Scholars PCS in the 2016 - 2017 academic year.

About Scholar Academies

Scholar Academies improves educational equity by directly focusing on turning around low-performing schools. Our network prides itself on a student-centered culture with 100% mission alignment, dedication to high standards for all students, and the drive for taking on the hardest work and achieving breakthrough results. We lead schools in Philadelphia, Washington, DC, Trenton and Memphis.

Instruction and Classroom Management

Provide excellent math instruction, and make every minute count in your classroom by using Scholar Academies' proven systems
Prepare students to succeed in the most rigorous high schools
Develop detailed lesson plans, materials, homework assignments, and assessments based on state standards and school-wide goals for student achievement
Embrace and act on consistent feedback from school leaders who are experts on curriculum and instruction, school climate and special education
Collaborate with other teachers to design and continuously improve instruction
Provide differentiated learning opportunities for every student
Reward positive student behavior, and hold students accountable using school-wide systems
Provide additional academic support to students after school for at least one hour per week

Family Engagement and Communication

Develop strong relationships with family members to support student learning
Participate in school-wide family engagement activities including home visits, phone calls to family members, and school-based meetings with families

Skills and characteristics

Outstanding instructional skills.
Demonstrates use of data to inform instructional planning.
Mastery and enthusiasm for content/subject area.
The ability to motivate students and cultivate a culture of achievement.
A belief that all students should be held to high academic standards.
Resilience and professionalism.
Demonstrates commitment to school transformation.
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
Exhibits Scholar Academies' core values of Passion + Persistence, High Bar, Trust, Humility & Growth and Hope.
Reflective and open to feedback and coaching.

Educational Background and Work Experience

Experience driving student achievement results, preferably in an urban public or charter school.
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Must have or be working towards in-state teacher certification

The Rewards:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for advancement within the Scholar Academies network.
Professional connections with other expert educators who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap
Weekly professional development sessions
Maximizing your impact by working in schools where we are raising the bar for student achievement.

Apply Here

[YEP-DC] Part-Time Spanish Teacher (2016-2017) - Washington, Dist. Columbia, United States, 20019

Position Summary

Scholar Academies is seeking an outstanding elementary school educator who is passionate about teaching Spanish to native English speakers. Our teachers believe all students should be held to high academic standards. They cultivate a strong culture of achievement, and lead classroom communities where students are engaged and self-motivated. This Spanish Teacher position will be based at DC Scholars PCS in the 2016 - 2017 academic year.

About Scholar Academies

Your Work

Plan towards and provide excellent instruction, making every minute count in your classroom.
Provide differentiated learning opportunities for every student.
Set and reinforce clear expectations for student behavior.
Receive feedback and coaching from school leaders.
Collaborate with other teachers to increase student engagement and achievement.
Reward positive student behavior and hold students accountable using school-wide systems.
Engage with family members regularly and participate in school-wide family engagement activities including home visits, phone calls to family members, and school-based meetings with families.

Skills and characteristics

Outstanding instructional skills.
Demonstrates use of data to inform instructional planning.
Mastery and enthusiasm for content/subject area.
The ability to motivate students and cultivate a culture of achievement.
A belief that all students should be held to high academic standards.
Resilience and professionalism.
Demonstrates commitment to school transformation.
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
Exhibits Scholar Academies' core values of Passion + Persistence, High Bar, Trust, Humility & Growth and Hope.
Reflective and open to feedback and coaching.

Educational Background and Work Experience

Experience driving student achievement results, preferably in an urban public or charter school.
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Must have or be working towards in-state teacher certification

The Rewards:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for advancement within the Scholar Academies network.
Professional connections with other expert educators who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap
Weekly professional development sessions
Maximizing your impact by working in schools where we are raising the bar for student achievement.

Apply Here

[YEP-DC] Middle School Science Teacher

Position Summary

Scholar Academies is seeking an outstanding Science Teacher to work with our 5th-7th grade scholars. Our teachers believe all students should be held to high academic standards. They cultivate a strong culture of achievement, and lead classroom communities where students are engaged and self-motivated. This Science Teacher position will be based at DC Scholars PCS in the 2016 - 2017 academic year.

About Scholar Academies

Job Requirements

Instruction and Classroom Management

Provide excellent science instruction, and make every minute count in your classroom by using Scholar Academies' proven systems
Prepare students to succeed in the most rigorous high schools
Develop detailed lesson plans, materials, homework assignments, and assessments based on state standards and school-wide goals for student achievement
Embrace and act on consistent feedback from school leaders who are experts on curriculum and instruction, school climate and special education
Collaborate with other teachers to design and continuously improve instruction
Provide differentiated learning opportunities for every student
Reward positive student behavior, and hold students accountable using school-wide systems
Provide additional academic support to students after school for at least one hour per week

Family Engagement and Communication

Develop strong relationships with family members to support student learning
Participate in school-wide family engagement activities including home visits, phone calls to family members, and school-based meetings with families

Skills and Characteristics

Outstanding instructional and management skills
Passion for science, and mastery of this subject area
Ability to motivate diverse students and cultivate a strong culture of achievement
Demonstrated use of data to inform instructional planning
Enthusiasm and openness to continuous feedback and coaching
Unshakeable belief that all students should be held to high academic standards
Genuine interest in family engagement, and ability to communicate effectively with parents
Personal alignment with Scholar Academies' core values
Demonstrated commitment to school transformation

Educational Background and Work Experience

Experience driving student achievement results, preferably in an urban public or charter school
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
Must have or be working towards in-state teacher certification

The Rewards

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits packages
Participation in a 403b retirement plan, with matching contributions from Scholar Academies
Weekly internal professional development sessions
A laptop for your professional and personal use
Opportunities for career advancement within the growing Scholar Academies network
Professional connections with expert educators who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap
Satisfaction of working in a school that is raising the bar for student achievement

Apply Here

Thursday, 2 June 2016

[YEP-DC] Job Postings: Jobs at Scholar Academies (6/22/2016)

Position Title:

Part Time Foreign Language Teacher(2016-2017)

Location:

Washington, Dist. Columbia, United States, 20019

ob Direct Link (link to view the full job description) :
https://careers-scholaracademies.icims.com/jobs/1347/spanish-teacher-%25282016-2017%2529/rxq4wfztc4

Wednesday, 1 June 2016

[dcab-l] Brunswick first Thursday Jam

It's the first Thursday of June tomorrow. Come do some pickin at Beans in the Belfry from 6:30-9 PM. Check out our Facebook page for pics and info:

https://www.facebook.com/BrunswickBluegrassJam/
beansinthebelfry.com

Claude Jones
Brunswick, MD, USA

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