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Friday, 25 September 2015

[dcab-l] Fwd: October News from Common Ground on the Hill

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Subject: October News from Common Ground on the Hill
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October News & Updates

Welcome to the 2015-16 Concert Season, opening October 2 and 3 with Scotland's fantastic Paul McKenna Band! This season is ripe with hot talent, so don't miss out! We are also working hard to build Traditions Weeks 2016 and the Festival. Keep an eye out for updates and pre-register now!

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NEXT CONCERT: Paul McKenna Band

Paul McKenna Band: 3 Jigs

October 2 in Baltimore

October 3 in Westminster

2012 Scots Singer of the Year (Paul McKenna), 2009 Best Up & Coming Artist, and nominated for Folk Band of the Year in 2011, 2012, and 2013 at the MG Alba Scots Trad Music Awards! Now representing Scotland at Walt Disney World's Epcot Center, and taking their ONLY break this year to join Common Ground on the Hill!

Buy Tickets Now

LAST CHANCE: Concert Series Tickets

Best buy! $150 Regular; $132 Senior/Student
Includes all 7 concerts
Choose Baltimore of Westminster

Only available for purchase through October 1!

Call the Common Ground on the Hill office at 410-857-2771 to purchase.

November Concerts

BALTIMORE

Jimmy Gaudreau

& Moondi Klein
Friday, Nov. 6 at 8 PM

Vocals & Instrumentalists Par Excellence
Bluegrass veterans who have performed with Emmylou Harris, the Country Gentlemen, the Seldom Scene, the Tony Rice Unit, Robin & Linda Williams, Chesapeake and more!

Tickets & Info

WESTMINSTER

Footworks

Saturday, Nov. 7 at 8 PM
35th Anniversary Tour

Live music, singing, and percussive dance forms rooted in different cultures. Special guests fiddler Jon Glik, mandolinist Danny Knicely, vocalist Shelley Ensor, pianist Alice Dorsey, and more!

Tickets & Info

NEW!! Traditions Weeks 2016 Pre-Registration

Traditions Week 1: June 26 - July 1

Traditions Week 2: July 3 - July 8

Pre-register now for the best chance to receive the classes of your choice! Click below for details!

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Carroll County Public School Employees click HERE to pre-register.

World Folk Music Association

Join our advertising partner for more great music

WFMA Showcase at El Golfo Restaurant with Hugh O'Doherty, Old Town Traditions and Ryan Scarberry, Oct. 11 at 7:30 PM

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[YEP-DC] Become a YEP- DC Member Today!

YEP-DC continues to expand as the largest YEP chapter nationally. As we grow, we're challenging ourselves to provide unique, high-value programming to young education professionals that connects and empowers in big ways.

Across the District and the surrounding metro area, YEP-DC is known as the organization to meet dynamic players in education, deepen content knowledge through interactive events, and explore new career paths in the sector. Last year alone, we held 25 events, communicated 950 job opportunities, and grew our listserv by over 1,000 people. We understand we've built a rock solid reputation as a fully volunteer-run, "free" organization. We value our community and our place in it.

Recently we've thought deeply about how YEP-DC can foster the next generation of education leaders in the DMV area through new knowledge, career, and professional development programming. We've concluded that formal membership will give our constituents the opportunity to participate in such programming on a scale and quality heretofore not offered.

At a cost of $25 annually, joining YEP-DC as a Member will provide you:

Exclusive access to our listserv, which communicates:
- Bi-weekly job and internship postings in the DC area
- Invitations to area education events
- Information sharing via our blog Recess
Discounted admission to our signature events and programming:
- YEP-DC annual conference (Members will save $20)
- Edu-Jobs (Members will save $5)
- Mentorship program *new programming* (Members will save $25)
- Professional development workshops including Next Steps *new programming* (Members will save $25)

Those who choose not to become a dues-paying Member will be provided access to our basic listserv, which will message YEP-DC events and programming information only. Non-members are welcome to attend events and programs, but will not receive advance notice or discounted admission. The existing model of unpaid access to job postings and non-YEP specific events will be phased out on October 1, 2015.

I want to express my deep thanks for being a valuable part of the YEP-DC community as we expand our reach and impact. We hope you will join us as a YEP-DC Member! You can do that here. I look forward to working with you—the next generation of education leaders.

Sincerely,

Laura Selvey

Vice President of Membership

YEP-DC

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[YEP-DC] Job Posting: Director of Operations with City Kids Wilderness Project

Job Posting: Director of Operations with City Kids Wilderness Project

City Kids Wilderness Project is currently searching for a dynamic Director of Operations. The Director of Operations is a senior management position chiefly responsible for implementation and management of daily operations and programming as well as longer term planning. The position supports City Kids' mission and helps to guide the organization's strategic direction.

For additional position details and information on applying, please view our job posting.

Eloise Russo
Executive Director
City Kids Wilderness Project
Washington, DC - Jackson, Wyoming
Phone: (202) 525-4930
www.citykidsdc.org

Featured in the 2013/14 Catalogue for Philanthropy.
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Building Resiliency, Broadening Horizons, Ensuring Skills for Success

[YEP-DC] job posting: Instructional Recruitment Manager at E.L. Haynes PCS

Instructional Recruitment Manager

E.L. Haynes Public Charter School

Start Date: Fall 2015

About

E.L. Haynes Public Charter School was founded in 2004 and has an award-winning program based on effective practices for advancing student achievement. E.L. Haynes is named for Dr. Euphemia Lofton Haynes - the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics and a DC public school teacher for 47 years. E.L. Haynes is among the top-performing charter schools in Washington D.C., and is recognized locally and nationally as a model and for our exceptional student achievement gains. E.L. Haynes currently serves nearly 1,200 students in grades PreK-12^th.

Our Mission

Every E.L. Haynes student of every race, socioeconomic status, ability level, and home language will reach high levels of academic achievement and be prepared to succeed at the college of his or her choice. Every E.L. Haynes student will be adept at mathematical reasoning, will use scientific methods effectively to frame and solve problems, and will develop the lifelong skills needed to be successful individuals, active community members, and responsible citizens.

Description

The Instructional Recruitment Manager is responsible for working to ensure that the highest quality, mission-aligned school leaders, teachers, and staff members join E.L. Haynes. The Instructional Recruitment Manager is responsible for employee recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, and general recruitment strategy activities. The Instructional Recruitment Manager will implement strategies to increase recruitment and hiring efficiency and quality. In addition, the position will work with the Director of Human Capital, Principals, and other Instructional and non-instructional leaders to assist in the recruitment, retention, and development of EL Haynes' staff members. The Instructional Recruitment Manager will embrace the school's vision while promoting the school's core values and while striving to create an enjoyable work environment.

This position will be a critical part of the E.L. Haynes Academic team and will work closely with our senior leadership team. This position will report to the Director of Curriculum and Academic Support.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recruitment

Identify opportunities for outreach, and represent and promote E.L. Haynes through external events, on-campus tours, and other opportunities
Stay abreast of recruitment best practices and assist in developing, in conjunction with senior leadership and the Director of Human Capital, the recruitment and hiring strategy for the organization and lead the implementation of new and improved recruitment and hiring practices
Lead the school's recruiting efforts, including identification of staffing needs, creating and posting job descriptions internally and externally, organizing and representing the school at recruitment events
Lead and track participation in the staff referral bonus program
Develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners and organizations to assist with recruitment of high quality candidates, including Teach For America, TNTP, Urban Teacher Center, University partners, and DC Teaching Fellows
Coordinates with the KIPP Capital Teaching Residency (CTR) team on recruitment, hiring, and placement of residents in our teacher preparation program
Research, plan, and lead execution of all internal and external recruitment events
Manage online Applicant Tracking System (ATS), TalentEd Recruit&Hire, and conduct annual analysis of the system's functionality and ability to meet our needs. Conduct landscape and cost/benefit analysis to determine if a new ATS is necessary

Hiring

Maintain system for tracking candidates and generate annual and/or quarterly reports on hiring metrics
Screen candidates to evaluate qualifications or eligibility based on minimum role requirements and state compliance
Maintain an applicant pipeline for future and current openings
Contact applicants to inform them of employment possibilities, consideration and selection
Schedule, coordinate, and conduct initial phone interviews
Manage logistics for in-person interviews, including preparation of interview materials, coordination with campus-based/department leadership
Schedule, coordinate, and host candidates' on-site interviews and assist school leaders with finalist selection
Identify candidate references (both provided and not provided by the candidate) and conduct reference checks
Maintain strong relationships with Head of School, Chiefs, Principals, Assistant Principals, Directors, and other hiring managers in order to understand hiring needs and efficient scheduling
Ensure an exceptional experience for every candidate through high levels of customer service with both internal and external candidates by being honest, warm, responsive, and thorough at all times
Maximize the chances that high quality candidates accept E.L. Haynes' offer by promoting the organization in a competitive, friendly, honest, and professional manner
Serve as point of contact for external agencies to support staffing for daily substitute and long term substitute needs

Human Capital

Assist in managing each new employee's on-boarding process including helping bring new staff members on-board, answering general questions, and orienting them to E.L. Haynes
Assist in managing a master list of all staff members and maintain a comprehensive personnel file for every employee of the organization
Develop and maintain all employee job descriptions, including uploading to the internal wiki
Assist in completing OSSE and PCSB compliance reports regarding employee Highly Qualified status (HQT)
Work with Human Capital team to complete annual teacher retention report for school-based leaders
Assist with annual retention efforts to keep high-quality staff at E.L. Haynes
Serve as employee advocate by filtering employee grievances to school leaders
Assist with budgeting needs related to staff roster
Assist with other duties/tasks as needed by the Human Capital team, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Operations, and/or Head of School.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree required
Interest in Human Resources/Recruitment, experience with HR/Recruitment preferred
Prior teaching experience
Commitment to the E.L. Haynes mission and serving all students
Self-starter and ability to work independently
Meticulous organization and problem-solving skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proven track record of being a strong team player
True ability to connect with people and interact with others with grace, competence, and warmth
Sense of humor

Spanish speakers and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, depending on experience and qualifications.

E.L. Haynes is an equal-opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and promote for all jobs on the basis of merit, qualifications, skills and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. E.L. Haynes will fully comply with all employment-related and other laws. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual's qualifications as related to the requirement of the position being filled.

To Apply

Please visit the WORK page on the E.L. Haynes website; http://www.elhaynes.org/work-bethechange.php to submit an application. You may upload your resume and other relevant documents.

[dcab-l] Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival 2015 - Three Blog Entries

I've posted the third of three blog entries from the Dumplin Valley
Bluegrass Festival held last weekend at Dumplin Valley Farm RV Park in
Kodak, TN. It was a fine event with a strong lineup, wonderful jamming
at all levels, and a strong sense of community. Take a look at all
three, and enjoy. As always, I look forward to your feedback. - Ted

www.tedlehmann.blogspot.com

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Thursday, 24 September 2015

[YEP-DC] Spanish Tutor Position at Luke C. Moore Academy

Luke C. Moore Academy is looking for a Spanish tutor from 3:30-5:30pm on Monday-Thursday afternoons. The tutor would assist students using an online teaching platform that allows students to recover missing high school credits. A recent college grad or graduate student is preferred. Spanish proficiency required. Pay would be $20-25 an hour, depending on experience. If interested, please send your resume to vibha.robinson@dc.gov.

Tammy Whyte

[YEP-DC] Thomas B. Fordham Institute - Research Internships Spring 2016

Research Intern

We are accepting applications for our Spring 2016 research internships through October 31, 2015. Please see below for more information about the internship and how to apply.

The Thomas B. Fordham Institute, based in Washington, D.C., provides several internships throughout the year. Fordham's research internships involve diverse and meaningful responsibilities, including:

1. Research. The Fordham Institute's primary topics of interest are high standards; assessments and accountability systems; charter schools and school choice; curriculum and pedagogy; teacher quality; application of technology; and the federal role in education. We seek interns with experience and interest in the education field who can perform high-quality research and write clearly and convincingly. Research tasks include assisting with Fordham's ongoing research studies as well as smaller day-to-day projects.

2. Commentary. The Fordham Institute is devoted exclusively to reforming K–12 education. One of the main ways in which we do this is through our ongoing commentary. These outlets include the weekly publication of an influential national magazine, The Education Gadfly; a lively, interactive website and blog; a weekly podcast segment; and the publication of opinion pieces in various national publications. Research interns frequently have the opportunity to contribute to these various media.

3. Clerical duties. Fordham's national office is both busy and small. In addition to substantive responsibilities, interns are also expected to help out by fielding phone calls, staffing events, managing mail, answering e-mail queries, helping with the website, and other daily office duties.

Qualifications:

We seek resourceful, intelligent, organized, hard-working individuals who are capable of excelling in an intellectually stimulating and often intense work environment. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong writing skills, a deep interest in education, and proficiency in major Microsoft Office applications. Prior research experience a plus.

Candidates should be available to start in early January 2016. Note: All research internships are full-time positions (Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm).

The Thomas B. Fordham Institute is an equal opportunity employer. The position pays $13.80 per hour.

Please browse our website for more information about our organization.

TO APPLY:

Individuals interested in a research internship should submit a brief cover letter, resume, and no more than three page writing sample here.

The deadline for applications is October 31, 2015.