The Opportunity Amani Public Publi c Charter School, a public publ ic charter school that will serve students in grades grad es 5-8 in Mount Vernon, NY, seeks to hire outstanding educational leaders to join its Founding Administrative Team in the positions of: Classroom Teacher, Special Education Teacher, English Language Learners Teacher, Dean of Scholars and Families and Bookkeeper. This opportunity is unique because of: ! Location : Amani Public Charter School is the first public charter in Mount Vernon, NY. ! Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship:: As a first-year, community-based independent school, the leaders of Amani Public Charter School will have significant influence over the implementation of the school’s vision. ! Growth : The school will begin with a small community, allowing for all of the requisite systems and routines to be established and refined before expansion. The School The mission of the Amani Public Charter School (APCS) is i s to provide Mount Vernon students from the 5th through 8th grade with the academic and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in competitive high school programs, college and the career of their choice. APCS graduates are academically accomplished, intellectually
curious, and civically engaged young people who tackle challenges diligently and creatively. The Amani Public Charter School will offer: A A rich curriculum that includes strong literacy development, with an emphasis on foundational skills for college level work; More time on task: a longer school day and a longer school year; A A range of support services to address students' academic and social development needs; A A carefully selected faculty invested in academic achievement and the intellectual growth of children; A A safe and nurturing school culture with a uniform dress code, structured routines and rituals and an emphasis on academic and behavioral accountability. •
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POSITION SUMMARY: CLASSROOM TEACHER Responsibilities •
a wide range of assessment tools and strategies to regularly measure student progress against identified Utilize goals, e.g. quizzes, rubrics, written work and performance performance
Collaborate with peers on curriculum development and lesson planning to maximize opportunities for connecting curricula and concepts Share student work, and troubleshoot difficult issues relating to student success, difficulties and progress Have a complete understanding of curricular goals and objectives Understand the foundations and methodologies of curricular design Observe, assess, record and research instructional strategies that foster mastery of learning for students at all levels of academic achievement, including students with disabilities. Submit lesson plans to Principal for review Utilize a wide range of instructional strategies to meet students’ different learning styles and needs. Adapt Adapt lessons and differentiate instructional strategies to optimize student mastery of the standards and learning objectives. Develop student individual and group learning goals based on data analysis, and other performance
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To educate and an d inspire; to uplift and transform. transfo rm. Every scholar. Every year. P.O. Box 302 30222 • Mount Mount Vern Vernon on NY 105 10553 53 • h: 914 610 610-49 -4900 00 • www.a www.amani manichar charter ter.or .or
assessment indicators. Plan lessons to achieve student-learning objectives that are based on long and short-term achievement goals. Create and maintain conditions within the classroom that lead to accomplishment of the school mission. Maintain an atmosphere of high expectations for students, in order to promote effective learning by explicitly identifying mastery goals. Respond to inappropriate behavior in a non-coercive, professional manner, using consistent, positive teacher to student interactions.
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all required student records, including but not limited to health records, anecdotals, classroom Maintain observations, checklists, student portfolios, report cards and other curriculum related assessment tools. Keep accurate records of student attendance and progress, account for books and supplies. Communicate frequently with parents to share information, insights and student successes Under exceptional circumstances, confer with parents frequently, at mutually agreeable times. times. Meet with each child’s parent (guardian) at least three times per school year. Participate in professional development sessions and coordinate lesson topics with other teachers in order to create a coherent curricular design to maximize student understanding and enrich the learning experience Engage in self-reflection and reflection on academic practices in order to succeed in achieving academic goals Participate with Principal in developing and meeting the goals of an individualized professional development plan
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BA or BS degree New York State Teaching Certification Demonstrated successful experience working with a diverse group of middle school children Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with staff and parents Demonstrated competence in oral and written to communication Flexibility and sense of humor Prior teaching experience in a public or private school, preferably in an urban setting Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member Willingness to be held accountable for student outcomes Willingness Has the ability to apply multiple strategies of differentiated instruction in a team teaching context. Has the ability to facilitate character education development and advisory modules.
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POSITION SUMMARY: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Responsibilities Effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and co-directors to facilitate the IEP process Effective consultation with parents, students, teachers, and co-directors Effective professional liaison between school and home when necessary Remain current on rules set forth in special education law and regulations Maintain privacy of student records and information Serve as a liaison with the CSE of the students’ district of residence Provide instructional support to the teachers Ensure that all teachers have access to technical support regarding special education and strategies to modify instruction to meet individual student needs Oversee the progress on a timely basis of students with IEP’s and students who are at-risk Coordinate the development and maintenance of IEP’s Ensure the school’s compliance with Special Education regulations and the maintenance of accurate special
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Ensure that students with IEPs receive the instruction and services required by law from qualified staff Work Work in collaboration with Principal to facilitate Student Support Team T eam meetings Oversee Special Needs staff in collaboration with Principal
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Skills and Qualifications Appropriate Appropriate state certification as a special education teacher and any other credentialing required and applicable
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knowledge of Mount Vernon School District Special Education Protocol Protocolss and Procedures and New Working York State Education Department Policies and Mandates Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with parents Demonstrated ability to adapt to individuals specific needs Demonstrated ability to adapt to differences and changes in characteristics of students, programs, leadership, staff, and community Demonstrated ability to utilize varied teaching methodologies to accommodate students’ learning styles Demonstrated ability to evaluate tests and measures of achievement Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member Demonstrated administrative or organizational ability Must have a B.A. and be certified as a Special Education teacher or administrator. Ideally has at least three years of prior experience in special education, preferably in an urban setting
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POSITION SUMMARY: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS L EARNERS TEACHER Responsibilities Responsible for ensuring that all students are achieving at high levels Use student data on an on-going basis to assess, to plan/ modify instruction, and to monitor student learning. Utilize, develop, and infuse developmentally appropriate ESL techniques, engaging curricula and instructional materials in order to ensure access for ELL students Assist colleagues in understanding the culture of ELL students Assist Act Act as grade level coordinator of ELL services- administering NYSESLAT Understanding of and commitment to the mission and activities of the Amani Public Charter School Understanding of differentiated instruction and its integration with ESL teaching strategies Understanding and knowledge of ESL techniques and strategies for different levels of language acquisition
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for English language learners and experience with oral language assessments, LAB-R, NYSESLAT Understanding of current issues impacting urban education *The ELL Teacher position is a P/T position with afternoon hours during year one, with the potential for promotion to F/T in year two. two. •
Skills and Qualifications Talent Talent to create a thinking, meticulous, yet intimate learning environment for the accommodation and inclusion of ELLs Superior organizational, data management, and record-keeping skills Pedagogical knowledge of Paulo Freire, his educational philosophy, and its application to schooling practices Masters Degree, or higher degree, in Elementary or Secondary Education or Specifically ESL-related Degree Fulfillment of all NCLB “highly qualified” requirements. Minimum of two-years as a teacher in middle school setting
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Bilingual (English/Spanish or Portuguese) helpful. Experience working with students at-risk of educational failure.
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POSITION SUMMARY: DEAN OF SCHOLARS AND FAMILIES Responsibilities Promote, reinforce and embody the school’s core values
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framework for school culture and reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations Develop Coordinate behavioral accountability systems including merits, demerits, in-school suspensions, and paychecks Evaluate behavior through detailed data analysis of student and teacher performance on a wide variety of metrics and present the data to school constituencies in an easily accessible format Individual student issue management, crisis management and family affairs Maintain positive relationships with students and their families, as well as proactive and regular interaction with wide sample of parents to gather feedback and discuss issues Coordinate parent workshops and events Organize Student and Family Orientation Work Work with individual students, small groups, and whole class (with teacher support), when appropriate to meet students’ needs Work Work collaboratively with staff to develop and implement i mplement behavior accountability system, conflict resolution and character development efforts Communicate with Principal and appropriate staff to help school best meet the needs of all students Helps to identify intervention services for at-risk students Investigates ongoing student attendance concerns Oversee Homework Institute, Saturday Opportunity Days, and detentions Complete Other tasks as assigned by Principal
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Skills and Qualifications Degree in Social Work, Child Psychology or School Psychology from an accredited university strongly preferred OR demonstrated experience in relationship-building and classroom management Willingness Willingness to work collaboratively with all instructional staff Demonstrated experience working with students individually and in small groups Willingness Willingness to push in classrooms as well as work with students outside the classroom
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Supportive of continuing conflict resolution and community building Willingness Willingness to lead staff development on identifying and meeting student’s social and emotional needs and effective classroom management
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POSITION SUMMARY: BOOKKEEPER Responsibilities Manages the financial records of the school including payroll and procurement. Manages all Payroll responsibilities including relationship with payroll service, electronic payroll processing, W-2 and 1099 distribution, time sheet management, posting payroll expenses in accounting system, filing of related documents Manage deposits, transfers, financial reimbursement procedures and bill paying Manage semi-monthly payroll and all relevant fringe benefits
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Manage tax reporting to IRS and individuals To educate and an d inspire; to uplift and transform. transfo rm. Every scholar. Every year. P.O. Box 3022 • Mount Vernon, NY 10553 • ph: (914) 610-4900 • www.amanicharter.org
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Posts revenues, bank deposits, expenses, check disbursements in accounting system and files all related accounting documents Completes Bank Reconciliations, handles Treasury Management to maximize interest income and manages petty cash (if applicable Purchases and tracks all supplies, materials, and assets using cash funds and non-cash funds Reports directly to Director of Operations
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Skills and Qualifications Previous experience in fiscal management strongly-preferred Detail-oriented with ability to self-correct errors and identify errors made by others Ability Ability to maintain confidentiality Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to work well with others *The Bookkeeper position is a P/T position with flexible hours during year one, with the potential for promotion to F/T Business Manager in year two. •
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DETAILS FOR ALL POSITIONS Compensation : Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Start Date : July 2011 (for administrative positions), August 2011 (for teaching positions) Applicants sh ould should a resume res and cover letter to
[email protected]. CAREERS@am anicharter.org. Please include the send title of theume position you are applying for in the subject line.
Briefly respond to the following questions in your cover letter: 1. What specifically makes the Amani Public Charter School’s mission and community it will serve a good fit for you? 2. What is the greatest asset you would bring to the position to help Amani achieve its mission? Cover letters and resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until Friday, June 10, 2011. Amani Public Charter School is an equal opportunity opportun ity employer emp loyer and a nd does do es not discriminate discrimina te on the basis ba sis of o f race, religion, color, age, sex, s ex, sexual se xual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability.
To educate and an d inspire; to uplift and transform. transfo rm. Every scholar. Every year. P.O. Box 3022 • Mount Vernon, NY 10553 • ph: (914) 610-4900 • www.amanicharter.org
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