Middle School Humanities Director of Curriculum and Instruction (Long-Term Substitute)
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Match Charter Public School is a free, high-performing charter public school in Boston. We are a PreK-12 school serving 1,250 students. Our mission is to prepare students for success in college and careers in order to achieve economic security and mobility. Students gain acceptance to our schools via an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents.
Our families bring amazing racial and cultural diversity to the school community - they represent over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken at home. 94% of our students are people of color. Our students bring a diversity of needs to our school, and we are prepared to serve them. 21% of our students qualify for special education services; 18% of our student body are English Language Learners.
Matchs core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are working to reframe our organizational processes and policies to be truly anti-racist. At Match, we believe that three aspects of our work and organization - a staff that is diverse by race and other factors, a professional environment that is inclusive of all perspectives, and a curriculum in our PreK-12 school that is culturally competent - are vital to our goals and mission. See our full statement on diversity here.
Position: Middle School Humanities Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Long-Term Substitute
Location: Match Middle School, Boston, MA
Start date: October/November, 2024
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
Match Middle School has an opening for a Humanities Director of Curriculum and Instruction (DCI) who can cover a long-term leave starting in late October or early November. The DCI is an instructional leader who coaches and supervises Humanities teaching staff at Match Middle School, located on 215 Forest Hills St. in Jamaica Plain. The DCI will help lead the schools educational program and will drive the growth and success of the Humanities teachers and Match students.
The DCI reports directly to the Principal. The annual salary rate for the position starts at $108,171 and can be higher depending on the candidate's prior experience.
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DETAILED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The DCI is ultimately responsible for ensuring the success of the teachers on the team and their students academic achievement. This is accomplished primarily by focusing on:
The growth, development and performance of teachers. This work will be the primary focus of the DCI. The DCI, in their work as an instructional leader, is responsible for student growth and ultimately the success of the teachers they manage. Thus, this position requires a data driven approach to instruction. This work requires a deep commitment to regular and consistent observation and feedback of teachers. That includes whole school professional development and individual lesson plan feedback. Ultimately, the DCI in collaboration with the Principal is responsible for driving the instructional vision of the school. This work is all encompassing and includes hiring decisions, evaluation, development and retention of staff members through weekly PD sessions, summer training and more. Through this work, the DCI will help ensure that every Match School student is academically ready and prepared to meet or exceed the national and state standards.
The growth, development and performance of grade level/department lead teachers. The DCI, in collaboration with the Principal, will be responsible for managing and fostering strong adult culture and teacher leaders among the lead teachers at the department or grade level.
Sample tasks and projects include:
Observing every staff member they supervise a minimum of once a week
Running 1-1 meetings with every staff member they supervise once a week
Reading and internalizing curriculum unit plans, assessments and readings/problem sets
Planning and running unit study and lesson study meetings with teachers
Reviewing and giving feedback on weekly lesson plans to ensure alignment to the curriculum and action plans
Collaborating with grade-level teams around grading and score norming for grade-level mastery
Reviewing student work, course data, unit test data for each course they oversee
Working in collaboration with teachers to action plan all data from courses they oversee
Running school wide professional development in collaboration with the Principal and leadership to drive instructional best practices
Completing observational rounds with the Principal and other instructional leaders to 1.) continue to norm on instructional excellence and best practices at Match. 2.) work in collaboration to identify next steps for struggling teachers
QUALIFICATIONS
Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background.
We are looking for applicants who:
have at least 5 years of full-time lead teaching experience, preferably in a Title I school
have prior experience with leading a team and managing/coaching other teachers
have a track record of academic success in urban education
have an unwavering commitment to Matchs mission of student success in college and beyond
are committed to having all students succeed
have a desire to continually improve their practice by taking and implementing feedback;
embody excellent interpersonal and communication skills
demonstrate an ability to work well on a team, and a willingness to support others in doing their best work.
ABOUT MATCH EDUCATION
Match Education (*********************** is the shared brand name of The Match Charter Public School, and The Match School Foundation, Inc.
Match Education is an engine of discovery and applied innovation in education. We operate a high-performing urban public charter school in Boston. Out of this applied work, we refine, validate empirically, and eventually disseminate new ideas and practices on core questions in education reform.
The Match Foundation, Inc., and Match Charter Public School prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.
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Preschool Director of Education
Chairperson Job 18 miles from Boston
Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application within one business day.
Our client is looking for an energetic, organized, and inspiring leader to join their premier preschool in Rockland, MA as Director of Education. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who has extensive experience within a licensed preschool.
This is a Direct Hire position with the school
Monday - Friday; year-round employment
Salary
$65,000-$75,000/year pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
Bonus potential based on multiple performance factors
Benefits
Medical/Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Free Child Enrollment for up to two children; discount for additional children
Professional Development Opportunities
Job Responsibilities
Leadership: Working closely with the Director of Operations, provide visionary leadership and oversee all aspects of the preschool's daily operations including staffing and curriculum integrity
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and licensing requirements, maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for children
Staff Leadership and Development
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Support, train, and encourage teachers/administrative staff and provide ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure a high-quality teaching team; develop growth plans for faculty including performance reviews
Curriculum and Program Development: Conduct classroom observations and mentor/coach teachers regarding classroom management and best practices; work with educational staff to successfully implement the brand's curriculum; deliver social and emotional child development progress reports
Parent Communication: Foster positive relationships with parents and families, maintaining open and transparent communication channels; provide excellent customer service
Qualifications
REQUIRED Education: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or an education-related field
REQUIRED Certification: EEC Director II
REQUIRED Leadership Experience: At least 3 years of Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) leadership experience in a licensed facility with at least 80 enrolled students; Director of Education experience preferred
Experience managing at least 25 employees in a licensed facility
REQUIRED Teaching Experience: At least 5 years of Lead Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) teaching experience
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations - for Infant and Young Toddler classrooms, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
Must meet background check eligibility
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Olufowose Becomes New Chairman of First Bank
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced the appointment of Mr Ebenezer Olufowose as its new Chairman, replacing Mr Tunde Hassan-Odukale, who retired from the position after 12 years as a non-executive director of the organisation.
A statement signed by the acting secretary of First Bank, Mr Adewale Arogundade, explained that Mr Hassan-Odukale had to exit the position in compliance with the corporate governance guidelines of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
Mr Olufowose, who is the Group Managing Director of First Ally Capital Limited, an investment banking firm based in Lagos, was appointed to the board of First Bank on April 29, 2021.
With over 36 years of working in the financial services industry, he brings skills from Corporate Finance, Project Finance and Investment Banking to the board.
Before joining the First Bank board, he was an Executive Director at Access Bank Plc and Citibank Nigeria, where he led Citigroup's origination, structuring and execution of corporate finance and investment banking transactions in Nigeria.
He started his banking career in 1985 at NAL Merchant Bank Plc (NAL), working in the Corporate Planning and Finance Departments.
A first-class honours degree holder in Economics from the University of Lagos, Mr Olufowose holds an MA in International Economics from the University of Sussex, England.
He has attended several management and leadership training programmes at leading institutions, including the Institute of Management Development, Switzerland, Harvard Business School, Boston, USA, and INSEAD Singapore.
He is an Alumnus of the Harvard Business School and the Lagos Business School, an Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, a Fellow of the Institute of Credit Administration and a Fellow of the of Investment Advisers and Portfolio Managers.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale The chief executive of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Ebenezer Onyeagwu, has added another feather to his highly colourful cap as he was conferred with a doctorate degree over the weekend by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). It was gathered that the respected and brilliant banker was…
By Modupe Gbadeyanka The International Banker has announced the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr Ebenezer Onyeagwu, as the Best Banking CEO of the Year in Africa. Published by Finance Publishing Limited, the International Banker is a leading global source of authoritative analysis and opinion on…
By Dipo Olowookere The former Chairman of Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr Ernest Ebi, has been appointed to the board of Seplat Energy as a non-executive director. He is a nominee of Shebah Petroleum Development Company Limited (BVI) replacing Mr A.B.C Orjiako, who will step down from the board after the…
Aduragbemi Omiyale is a journalist with Business Post Nigeria, who has passion for news writing. In her leisure time, she loves to read.
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Executive School Director
Chairperson Job 9 miles from Boston
The Executive School Director has overall responsibility for all aspects of the School and ensures that the School is operating in accordance with Company and state licensing standards. The Executive School Director creates and maintains a school community that is safe, purposeful, and enriching, promotes the positive brand image of The Gardner School, and achieves the school's financial objectives.
Essential Job Duties:
Manages the School in compliance with all state/local regulations and The Gardner School policies and procedures.
Effectively resolves issues related to the management of the School and/or seeks appropriate assistance from the District Manager.
Maintains effective communications between Team Members and parents.
Maintains administrative records for the School.
Maintains appropriate and required records on staff and children.
Plans work schedules and supervises staff. Assists in lesson planning and evaluates staff's performance.
Ensures the Assistant School Director is trained to perform in the absence of the Executive School Director.
Keeps fully apprised of all activities in the School.
Prepares and forwards reports and forms in accordance with The Gardner School policies and procedures.
Executive School Directors must be able to react quickly with sound judgment and problem-solving skills in complex and critical situations such as injuries and accidents. Directors must be qualified and able to perform the duties of any member of the staff from teacher to cook.
Effectively represents the interests of The Gardner School.
Makes purchases necessary for School operation while maximizing operational profit.
School Staff:
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff to maintain proper staff/child ratio.
Ensures that each staff member receives and understands her/his job description, The Gardner School policies and procedures, and other orientation information and materials.
Maintains personnel records as required and ensures confidentiality. (Medical records must be kept in a separate confidential file.)
Maintains a current substitute list, if available.
Ensures that up-to-date records for each child are maintained.
Prepares and forwards all personnel records and forms as required to District Manager or HR in a timely manner.
Coaches, counsels, and conducts performance reviews for all staff appropriately and on time.
Enrollment:
Fills the School to capacity while maximizing the profitability of the operation.
Conducts interview of parents and child before enrolling.
Ensures that parents of enrolled children complete all necessary forms. Plans and conducts orientation for newly enrolled parents.
Is visible and available to parents at their convenience to listen and take appropriate action on their concerns.
Keeps parents informed of their child's progress and School activities.
Tracks all inquiries, converts inquiries into parent tours of the school, and converts tours into enrollments.
Actively maintains and manages the school waiting list.
Ensures that the Enrichment programs are operational and fully enrolled.
Parents:
Conducts parent meetings and other conferences as requested.
Regularly solicits feedback from parents in order to make improvements in the school.
Fiscal Responsibilities:
Maintains an accurate financial accounting of the school operation and protects the Company's monetary assets.
Assists in planning annual budget and manages the operational budget as approved.
Ensures that classroom equipment is maintained in good repair. Requests replacements and contracts for needed repairs following Company policies and procedures.
Prepares and forwards required reports as designated by the Region Manager such as weekly statistics each Friday.
Takes responsibility for Company assets and cash, makes daily deposits, and manages Purchasing Card.
Ensures accuracy and timely collection of accounts receivable in accordance with The Gardner School policies and procedures.
Safety and Health:
Conducts training of staff in School safety rules and regulations.
Enforces all safety rules and regulations with staff for the safety of the children and parents.
Maintains up-to-date health records for both staff and children.
Enforces staff habits that result in clean and healthy care of children, including universal precautions.
Maintains a clean environment by providing for scheduled cleaning of the school and through frequent visual checks.
Informs a parent whenever their child has been exposed to communicable disease.
Ensures that all staff have current certification in first aid training and CPR.
Has emergency telephone numbers and an emergency plan, conducts emergency drills.
Maintains building, equipment, and grounds through daily safety checks to ensure a safe environment meeting safety standards.
Notifies parents via telephone immediately should their child suffer any type of injury. Ensure proper documentation of accident/incident and obtain necessary signatures.
Dispense medication to children that have a medication authorization form completed and current.
Reporting Relationships:
The Executive School Director reports to a District Manager. Reporting to the Executive School Director are: Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers/Floater, a cook, and an assistant school director who may have scheduled teaching responsibilities in addition to providing administrative and operational support.
Licensing regulations pertaining to the operation and staffing of a School vary from state to state in restrictions and in degree of individual interpretation by each state's agent. Therefore, an excellent relationship between the Executive School Director and the licensing board representative is essential.
Minimum Qualifications:
Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
Bachelor's degree required. Prefer degree in early childhood education, child development or a health-related field. Also prefer a minimum of two years in licensed childcare with at least one year as an Assistant Director or supervising a childcare program.
Physical Demands:
Executive School Directors must possess excellent communications skills, including in-person communication with parents, Team Members and children. Must have the ability to receive and respond to telephone inquiries, along with excellent written communications through letters and personal computers.
Frequently lifts or moves weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants up to 60 pounds.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of general administrative tasks
Problem solving skills
Ability to communicate clearly
Dean - School of Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene - MCPHS
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
The Dean of the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene (FSDH) is responsible for fulfilling teaching, scholarship, and service activities. Responsibilities for the School include dental hygiene education, service activities, clinical care, and research. The Dean is expected to provide leadership in strategic planning, curriculum management, budgeting, staffing and supervision, faculty development, student development, and overall management of School activities for the Dental Hygiene programs on the University's Boston and Worcester campuses. The preferred candidate will have demonstrated excellence and commitment to team-based clinical education and care, superior interpersonal skills, experience in a leadership role in an academic setting, including organizational, administrative, and management skills, and experience with accreditation processes and standards. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Effectiveness (IRE), the Dean is a 12-month position. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Administrative Duties
Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing leadership for the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene, overseeing the processes required to receive and/or maintain professional accreditation for the programs within the School; curriculum development and implementation; hiring, assigning, mentoring and evaluating faculty and staff within the School; collaborating with faculty and administrative offices to recruit students and foster their academic success and progression; identifying and seeking opportunities for extramural funding to support School initiatives; and overseeing daily operations of the School, including the on-campus clinics and budgetary management.
Teaching and Advising
The Dean is released from carrying any formal teaching assignment, but is encouraged to engage in teaching as their schedule permits, after consultation with the Associate Provost for IRE. The Dean is expected to hold a reasonable number of posted office hours each week and to make themselves available to students at other times as needed by appointment. The Dean is also expected to make themselves available to FSDH faculty and staff as much as possible. Supports incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.
Research and Scholarship
The Dean is expected to maintain involvement in research or scholarly activity commensurate with their academic rank, to generate scholarly products such as publications and presentations, and to subject scholarly products to peer review whenever possible. Research and scholarly activity must be consistent with area(s) of interest and expertise, and should contribute to the development and enrichment of teaching and other activities at the University. The Dean is expected to provide mentorship and direction to the faculty in order to increase the collective scholarly productivity of the School, including presentations, publications, and externally funded grants.
Service
The Dean is expected to contribute time and expertise to the University through effective and productive service on School and University-wide committees; to attend and participate in School and University-wide faculty meetings; to participate in new student orientations, open houses and accepted students day activities; to attend University ceremonies, including commencement; and to participate in professional and community service activities appropriate to their discipline and academic rank and in accord with the needs of the University.
Required:
Master's Degree or higher in Dental Hygiene, Education, Health Science or related field; Doctorate preferred
A graduate of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and who holds a current license or is eligible for licensure to practice dental hygiene in Massachusetts
Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in Dental Hygiene didactic and clinical teaching at the college/university level
Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and student success
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals)
Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment
Evidence of teaching excellence
Demonstrated experience with accreditation processes and innovative academic program development
Experience with multidisciplinary faculty and diverse student constituencies
Experience teaching in a remote setting with use of virtual platforms in delivery of course content
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
Interprofessional Practice and Education experience or experience in developing collaborative practice, preferred
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to travel between the Boston and Worcester campuses. Typical office or administrative working conditions. Faculty is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Work is primarily sedentary in nature; however, psychomotor skills to perform the full range of dental hygiene patient care are also necessary. Work requires sitting, standing and walking as part of classroom or clinical instruction. Must be able to use technology, such as typing and manipulating a mouse/mouse pad.
Apply
Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
About Us
Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world's top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health- and life-sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston's Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA), downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our strategic priorities of collaboration, inclusion, success, sustainability, planning, and support.
We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance for our employees while supporting the MCPHS strategic plan.
MCPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates a diverse community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
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Department of Nursing Chair
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Kirby Bates Associates has been exclusively retained by UMass Boston to conduct a search for their Department of Nursing Chair in the Donna M. and Robert J. Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
The Manning College of Nursing & Health Sciences at UMass Boston develops innovative health solutions by building and supporting an integrated academic environment devoted to education, research, and community partnerships. From the lab to public policy, they are advancing individual and population health and health equity across the life span. With a commitment to excellence, cutting-edge research, and hands-on learning, they provide a transformative education that prepares students to meet the evolving demands of health-related fields in aging, exercise, physical activity and health sciences, nursing, and public health.
UMass Boston is proud to be the 9th largest nursing school in the country and is recognized nationally as a model of excellence for urban public universities, with a diverse student body of 250 first year students annually. The department offers a variety of programs including an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN), a Nursing RN to BSN program, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and a PhD in Nursing. The programs are designed to blend rigorous academics with rich clinical experiences and promote evidence-based nursing practice, including a new virtual lab, which is the first of its kind in New England.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess an earned doctorate in nursing and be eligible for RN licensure in Massachusetts. PhD is preferred.
Evidence of prior academic leadership roles and a history of research/scholarship consistent with appointment as Associate or Full Professor.
Experience in mentoring junior faculty and students.
Chair, Department of Biomedical Engineering
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Boston University College of Engineering
Boston, Massachusetts
THE SEARCH
The Boston University College of Engineering seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative leader to be the next Chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME). Reporting to the Dean of Engineering, the Chair is responsible for overall departmental leadership and administration, upholding the College's mission of expanding the power of engineering to transform lives at scale. The Chair should be an active researcher with a strong record of external funding, scholarship, teaching, and mentorship in addition to being recognized for distinguished contributions to the biomedical field.
Established in 1966, BME is one of the oldest, top-ranked, and largest departments of biomedical engineering in the nation, with 42 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 633 undergraduate students and 290 graduate students. Surrounded by top medical research centers in the No. 1 biotech hub in the world at an AAU institution with a school of medicine and one of the only BSL-4 labs in an urban center in the U.S., the department is well-positioned for continued success and attracts exceptional graduate students and faculty at all levels. The department was one of only three in the country to receive both the Whitaker Foundation Leadership Award and the Coulter Foundation Award. External research funding for primary BME faculty exceeds $30M per year, and faculty benefit from a strong infrastructure and strong community ties.
Successful chair candidates will excel at identifying, recruiting, and supporting talented faculty and staff. An effective, experienced manager capable of overseeing, motivating, and organizing support staff, the Chair will be committed to promoting opportunities for professional development and advancement by faculty and staff alike. The incoming Chair will foster and promote the department's longstanding culture of honesty, integrity, and transparency and demonstrate a commitment to building and supporting a community of faculty and staff from a diverse set of backgrounds. They will encourage community engagement and shared responsibility within the department. Finally, successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to represent the department strategically to external audiences.
TO APPLY
Boston University has engaged Isaacson, Miller to assist the Department of Biomedical Engineering Chair Search Committee with identifying and reviewing candidates for this position. Inquiries, applications, and nominations may be sent in confidence to the following:
Greg Esposito, Partner
Afi Tettey-Fio, Senior Associate
Victoria Castillo, Search Coordinator
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Boston University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The University community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration, and upholds freedom of expression. BU is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate's current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer's applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter.
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Assistant Director of Admissions
Chairperson Job 2 miles from Boston
The Opportunity
Lesley University is seeking an Assistant Director of Admissions to join our undergraduate admissions team. Collaborating with the VP of Enrollment and reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management, the Assistant Director will be an integral part of the Enrollment team. This role is responsible for overseeing the Boston-area recruitment territory and is expected to travel to local recruitment events, meet with prospective students and families, and evaluate applications for our undergraduate programs. The Assistant Director will handle daily communication with families, host presentations both on and off campus, and develop relationships with prospective high schools, counselors, teachers, and alumni to enhance opportunities for new students. The Assistant Director will also serve as the admissions liaison to the university's Urban Scholars Initiative (USI) Program which is dedicated to helping first generation students realize their college dreams through a unique, tight-knit, and supportive community.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with colleagues within the Enrollment division as well as building cross-departmental connections to aid in the successful recruitment and retention of new students. Additional responsibilities and projects will be assigned by senior leadership.
Qualities and Capabilities
A successful candidate will have:
Bachelor's degree (required)
1-3 years+ experience working in higher education and/or customer service settings
Superior written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills
Cross-cultural competence and ability to communicate effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds
Valid U.S driver's license
Why Lesley
Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance. In addition, we offer significant paid time off, a generous retirement plan, and tuition programs that enable employees and their dependents to expand their knowledge and skills.
Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the University has made a significant commitment to addressing and enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an institution.
Expressing Interest
A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.
At Lesley University we strive for a supportive and equitable environment where people -- regardless of race, ethnicity, color, sex, physical ability, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws -- can participate equally and fully as their true selves in all aspects of university life. Accordingly, the University prohibits discrimination based on these protected categories in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and in employment. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of our institution. Individuals may submit concerns or questions related to discrimination to the University's Director of Equal Opportunity. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity's webpage for the University's entire notice of nondiscrimination and for additional information.
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Chair, Department of Biomedical Engineering
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Boston University College of Engineering
Boston, Massachusetts
THE SEARCH
The Boston University College of Engineering seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative leader to be the next Chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME). Reporting to the Dean of Engineering, the Chair is responsible for overall departmental leadership and administration, upholding the College's mission of expanding the power of engineering to transform lives at scale. The Chair should be an active researcher with a strong record of external funding, scholarship, teaching, and mentorship in addition to being recognized for distinguished contributions to the biomedical field.
Established in 1966, BME is one of the oldest, top-ranked, and largest departments of biomedical engineering in the nation, with 42 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 633 undergraduate students and 290 graduate students. Surrounded by top medical research centers in the No. 1 biotech hub in the world at an AAU institution with a school of medicine and one of the only BSL-4 labs in an urban center in the U.S., the department is well-positioned for continued success and attracts exceptional graduate students and faculty at all levels. The department was one of only three in the country to receive both the Whitaker Foundation Leadership Award and the Coulter Foundation Award. External research funding for primary BME faculty exceeds $30M per year, and faculty benefit from a strong infrastructure and strong community ties.
Successful chair candidates will excel at identifying, recruiting, and supporting talented faculty and staff. An effective, experienced manager capable of overseeing, motivating, and organizing support staff, the Chair will be committed to promoting opportunities for professional development and advancement by faculty and staff alike. The incoming Chair will foster and promote the department's longstanding culture of honesty, integrity, and transparency and demonstrate a commitment to building and supporting a community of faculty and staff from a diverse set of backgrounds. They will encourage community engagement and shared responsibility within the department. Finally, successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to represent the department strategically to external audiences.
TO APPLY
Boston University has engaged Isaacson, Miller to assist the Department of Biomedical Engineering Chair Search Committee with identifying and reviewing candidates for this position. Inquiries, applications, and nominations may be sent in confidence to the following:
Greg Esposito, Partner
Afi Tettey-Fio, Senior Associate
Victoria Castillo, Search Coordinator
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Early Education Director - Chinatown/Theater District, Boston MA
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
This position is primarily responsible for administering the management, policies, procedures, and curriculum of the Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms, under the supervision of the Child Development Leadership team. Responsibilities include ensuring a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the healthy progression of socio-emotional, cognitive, and motor skills for children, and compliance with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations and NAEYC. The Early Education Director ensures the connection of program activities to Y core focus areas of Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. This position reports to the Child Development Leadership team.
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
5 - 7 years of professional teaching experience supervising staff and developing curriculum.
Must meet EEC qualifications per state regulations for Director II and be 21 years of age.
Demonstrated understanding of the developmental progression of skills and program development.
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Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
The Opportunity
Kingsley is a coeducational Montessori independent school serving children from Toddler through sixth grade. Kingsley graduates are confident learners, resilient explorers, and empathetic citizens, who are prepared for academic and personal success at their next schools and beyond.
In 1938, Kingsley began as a small school serving students whose needs could not be met by the city public schools. Celebrating its 85th anniversary this past year, the school now serves over 300 students and is firmly situated in the strongest position in its history. In February 2024, after a tremendously successful fundraising campaign, Kingsley purchased its elementary building at 26 Exeter Street, securing its second permanent campus in Back Bay. In 2023, Kingsley also launched its Strategic Plan, outlining clear strategic priorities and vision for the School, and was re-accredited by AISNE in 2023 for a ten-year term.
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The Candidate
Serving as Kingsley's institutional ambassador, the successful candidate for this position will serve as a vibrant and engaging representative, and a thoughtful and collaborative leader. This person will move fluently between managing highly detailed everyday tasks to creatively composing and implementing long-range strategic planning. This person will also be a skilled communicator able to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders both inside and beyond the Kingsley community. Finally, this individual will employ outreach to help drive Kingsley's financial sustainability and market appeal to new levels.
The successful candidate will oversee the building of our student and family community; lead a dynamic, creative, collaborative process to broadly communicate the promise of a Kingsley education; and work flexibly across all platforms-events, word of mouth, print materials, social media, and more-to attract and retain children and caregivers who will thrive and positively contribute to our community. The person entering this role will innovate, experiment, and respond to new technologies and market forces to help shape and market the school's value proposition to current and prospective students, parents, and the external community consistent with the school's educational philosophy and mission.
Responsibilities
Serve as an excellent collaborator, articulate communicator, and credible ambassador for Kingsley Montessori School to a wide range of constituencies.
Lead all aspects of admissions and enrollment management, including recruitment and enrollment, retention and re-enrollment, financial aid processes (with Kingsley's CFOO), and information/database management.
Review and update application processes to ensure clarity and collaboration between the admissions team, faculty, and administrators involved in these processes.
Implement short and long-term admission and enrollment goals developed through data-driven research, market analysis, targeted communications, and the deliberate stewardship of prospective applicants and families through the admission process.
Advise the Head of School and the Board of Trustees on market trends and data patterns in order to maintain Kingsley's relevance and competitive edge and to inform appropriate short and long-term enrollment strategies.
Generate and interpret detailed enrollment reports for review by the Head of School, Senior Leadership, and the Board of Trustees in support of these strategic efforts.
Review Kingsley's value propositions and recommend enhancements to ensure that the School remains competitive and attractive to current and prospective families.
Collaborate with the Advancement Team (which includes Development, Marketing, and Communications) to proactively promote Kingsley's value proposition.
Plan and execute all existing admissions and retention events while demonstrating the flexibility to add new or adapt existing public events to support enrollment management.
Qualifications
A positive attitude, growth mindset, and a high degree of professional confidence.
A demonstrated record of success in enrollment and financial aid management, including setting and achieving enrollment and net tuition goals.
Prowess with data analysis and electronic databases (Blackbaud / OnBoard).
A genuine affinity for the life of students and ability to contribute meaningfully to an educational community.
Strategic planning experience, including enrollment management modeling.
Experience overseeing an ambassador program, especially with caregivers.
Demonstrated management ability and interpersonal skills.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
Five to seven years of admissions experience at leading independent schools, preferred.
Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Interested candidates, please contact Narwhal Talent Partners:
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PCM Evaluation Department - Nurse
Chairperson Job 19 miles from Boston
PCM Evaluation Department - Nurse Requisition Number: Req #52 Description: Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based services to empower children and adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment. The agency, through its programs and services, encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of society, including social, recreational, family and work activities.
Summary/Objective
This is a great opportunity for an Registered Nurse (RN) to work a flexible schedule in a unique program that makes a truly wonderful difference in the lives of children and adults with a wide range of disabilities. This position does require working in the community. Travel within the coverage area is required for this position. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. We are in search for 2 RN's. One for the Framingham area and one in Boston area.
Full time, 35 hours a week
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Covering up to a 60 miles radius from your home
BA required, MA RN License required
2 years recent experience working with direct care of the elderly or disabled population
Essential Functions
Perform initial evaluations and annual reevaluations of members who are applying for personal care services in accordance with MassHealth regulations 130 CMR 422.422(C).
Submit completed evaluation within the specific timeframe.
Respond to hours adjustment requests in a timely manner.
Respond to MassHealth inquiries and offer professional input regarding PCA evaluation as requested. Learn and adhere to the PCA Program standards.
Schedule reevaluation visits and update your calendar accordingly.
Document progress notes in data base in a timely manner.
Communicate with PCA Eval Dept Assistants in regards to no shows, no contacts, hospitalizations, termination requests and any other concerns.
Submit monthly mileage sheets within the required timeframe.
Work collaboratively with other members of the PCA Program.
Communicate with Supervisor and the Office Staff when issues arise.
Interact with Tempus Unlimited, Inc. offices to resolve concerns related to the evaluation in effort to support consumer's independence.
Attend monthly staff meetings.
Report suspicion of fraud to the PCM Management Team.
Report all suspected abuse or neglect to the appropriate agency such as DPPC, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, or Department of Children and Families.
Represent the agency in a professional, positive manner and provide services that are culturally sensitive.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
Competencies
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, family members, co-workers and community professionals
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
Ability to independently organize work and meet deadlines
Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
Ability to solve problems creatively, when necessary
Excellent communication skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to constant change with a positive attitude
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work efficiently as a team player
Required Education
Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a good standing with the Board.
Preferred Experience
Bachelor's Degree
Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program
Must have at least 2 years recent experience in the direct care of the elderly or disabled population
Fluency in other languages
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, electronic filing systems.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, carry and lift objects.
Travel
Travel within the coverage area is required for this position. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Other Duties
Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
All offers of employment made by Tempus Unlimited are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at the agency in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. From time to time, these checks may be conducted on current employees to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and contracts.
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Tempus Unlimited, Inc. where employment from recruiting through the end of employment is based upon professional capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability or any other characteristic as established by law
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Job Family: Professionals
Job Function: Non-Supervisor
Pay Type: Hourly
Hiring Rate: $37.00
Travel Required: Yes
Compensation details: 37-37
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Director of Major Gifts, Bouve College of Health Sciences
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
About the Opportunity
The Director of Major Gifts, Bouvé College of Health Sciences (Bouvé) is the content specialist responsible for building and executing Bouvé's fund-raising strategy. Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President, Advancement, the Director of Major Gifts works with the faculty at Bouvé and Advancement staff across the university to discover, identify, and build relationships with prospective donors-developing strategies for their cultivation and soliciting gifts. The Director of Major Gifts plans, organizes, and carries out Bouvé's major gifts fund-raising program for alumni, parents, and friends of Bouvé.
They discover, build, and manage a portfolio of 100+ prospective donors who exhibit considerable promise for evolving to major gift capacity over time and whose philanthropic priorities match the education and research programs at Bouvé. They solicit gifts in the $100K-$1M+ range and identify key regions nationally for cultivating and soliciting prospective donors.
This position is Boston-based and is not available for remote work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
4-6 years of professional experience with at least 3 years of demonstrated success in soliciting and closing six- and seven-figure gifts in support of a non-profit institution.
Demonstrated experience cultivating and soliciting, alumni, parents, and friends, and maintaining positive relationships with donors.
Superior communication skills-highly collaborative and entrepreneurial in approach and possessing interpersonal skills necessary for building relationships with various university constituents, both internal and external.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of the Northeastern University Advancement team.
Data- and metric-driven mindset.
An appreciation and understanding of the mission of Northeastern University.
Overnight travel and some evening and weekend work required.
BA/BS degree required (STEM degree a plus but not required).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Lead major gifts fund-raising effort and serve as the Bouvé content expert for Advancement.
Cultivate, solicit, and build alumni, parent, and friend relationships. Strategize with faculty and other colleagues on next steps with prospects within Bouvé and across disciplines. Travel as needed to build relationships with existing volunteers, prospects, and donors. Solicit gifts in the $100K - $1M+ range. Work with the Senior Associate Vice President, Advancement and other advancement teams (corporate & foundation relations, leadership giving, international and regional giving, gift planning, and family philanthropy) to ensure the development goals of Bouvé are met. Advise faculty, fund-raising colleagues, and administrators on alumni and parent areas of interest. Partner with fund-raising colleagues (corporate & foundation relations, leadership giving, international and regional giving, gift planning, and family philanthropy) to develop interdisciplinary strategies for donors providing support across the university.
Management of Staff
Mentor and develop a high functioning team. Empower their efforts to manage their own prospect pools while fostering collaborative, multi-unit strategies. Provide strategic guidance and motivation that enables staff to achieve activity and dollar metrics. Promote best professional practices via exemplary behavior, staff training, and professional development opportunities.
Building Prospect Portfolio and Pipeline
Discover new prospects and build a pipeline to feed gifts at the major gift level. Work closely with the Senior Associate Vice President to create a strategic development plan for Bouvé and develop and manage a large portfolio of prospects (approximately 120+). Establish region-based plans for cultivating and soliciting alumni and current parents in targeted areas nationally. Engage faculty strategically with prospects; maintain correspondence; and keep the Senior Associate Vice President, faculty, and appropriate University administrators apprised of funding opportunities and trends. Travel as needed to strategically identified regions to support prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Achieve annual fund-raising goals and activity (visits, video meetings, calls, proposals, etc.) metrics set by the Senior Associate Vice President.
Maintain Prospect Portfolio
Maintain high-quality development process for active alumni, parent, and friend prospects and donors. Create call reports and maintain database system. Maintain the data integrity of prospect portfolio using the Development Office data management systems (Ascend). Prepare monthly progress prospect reports for the Senior Associate Vice President. Work with Advancement's Stewardship team to ensure that past, present, and future donors are appropriately recognized, including their administration and accounting.
Position Type
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit ************************************* for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see
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Data Strategy, Principal - Web Analytics
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally-enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.
Job Description
The purpose of the Principal, Data Strategy - Web Analytics is to work with clients undergoing a data-driven transformation (DDT) across the globe. The Principal, Data Strategy will accelerate and drive the Web Analytics strategy for clients, working in partnership with Digital directors, client teams, and practice capability. Furthermore, the role will be a key contributor in ensuring the agency is an industry leader in digital thinking, execution, and value realization for clients through data-driven solutions. Specifically, this role leads the definition of data-driven learning agendas, use cases for technology adoption, data strategy as well as owning partner evaluation, selection, and integration, and finally activation on client accounts. The requirement of the role is both strategic as well as executional, leading the activation of data-driven marketing solutions.
Shape and execute the team’s strategic direction, highlighting the value they bring to client
Work with Account Leadership, Groupe, and other internal partners to identify value drivers and growth opportunities and expand relationship with clients
Responsible for ensuring the data strategy and measurement frameworks align, and securing client approval and driving adoption
Define and support the implementation, measurement and activation of data-driven use cases
Function as the data, technology and strategy subject matter expert, acting as a client steward and trusted partner, ensuring the technology ecosystem fits together while leading the implementation of any desired changes and proactively suggesting optimizations to improve data fluidity, reducing data loss / improving data match rates
Work with planners to provide guidance on how data can be utilized to inform annual planning insights and work with the team to help inform how data integration evolves the planning process
Lead the development of education programs for Data for both internal and client audiences
Provide data though leadership and communicate data strategy needs as inputs into the media partnership strategy
Provide strategic direction on data driven thought leadership agenda for media partners
Be a key driver of new business pitches and prototyping work
Qualifications
Strong data and data-driven marketing knowledge, able to interpret client business/technical requirements, and support in translating these into clearly articulated, parceled up learning agendas and strategies to accelerate how data and technology supports the maximization of client business outcomes.
Knowledgeable about data types, sources, partners, and what defines the quality of data; expert in leveraging data in a media and non-media context for activation, measurement as well as strategic applications
Excellent storytelling and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex digital concepts and distill them to their core ideas, themes, insights, and recommendations
Architect innovative and highly effective digital marketing strategies, communication plans, and integrated solutions.
Curate a culture of learning in digital tools, case studies, new partners, and techniques
High sense of ownership, drive, agenda setting
Ability to lead a team of activation and content creators in brainstorming an initial response to brief and drive its refinement
Strong team player with a can-do attitude and an ability to simplify as well as go into detail when necessary
Aggressive appetite for learning and broadening/deepening skill set and knowledge as needed
Ability to establish, manage and grow senior client relationships
Ability to motivate and lead a team of data resources as well as the broader cross-functional team to project completion
Ability to identify new business opportunities and value pools and propositions within the client’s business and drive account growth
Ability to quantify and communicate impact-driven by the team through strategic, data-driven solutions and work
Technical Skill Sets:
Adobe Analytics. Must have familiarity with Adobe Experience Cloud solutions (like Analytics, Target, Campaign, Audience Manager). Any experience analyzing data sets in AEP, CJA is a plus.
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, including conducting research, analyzing data, developing hypotheses, and synthesizing recommendations.
Generate insights based on trends observed in the data, tie back to the business initiatives, and map the customer journeys highlighting opportunities and what works well.
Working knowledge of Adobe Analytics implementation to guide analysis.
Must possess strong understanding of key analytics concepts like merchandizing evars, sequential segmentation, data classifications, processing rules, data connector integrations etc.
Ability to combine data within Experience Cloud solutions (like Analytics, Target, Recommendations, Campaign, Audience Manager etc.)
Produce reports and analysis, specifically to website, mobile apps, call-center and physical stores & other online and offline customer facing channels.
Must be able to quantify $ impact of a given problem or missed opportunity for new and existing features being launched, analyzing data across platforms.
Participate in ongoing discussions concerning data collection, tagging, and data analysis.
Additional Information
Benefits of Working Here:
Flexible vacation policy; time is not limited, allocated, or accrued
16 paid holidays throughout the year
Generous parental leave and new parent transition program
Tuition reimbursement
Corporate gift matching program
Pay Range: $175,000 - $225,000
The range shown represents a grouping of relevant ranges currently in use at Publicis Sapient. Actual range for this position may differ, depending on location and specific skillset required for the work itself.
As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at *************************** or you may call us at ***************.
Interim Principal
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Job Description
ABOUT CITY ON A HILL:
City on a Hill Charter Public School graduates college-ready students that are responsible, resourceful and respectful democratic citizens, who are prepared to compete in 21st century community, culture and commerce. We do so by emphasizing academic achievement, citizenship, teacher leadership, and public accountability.
City on a Hill is one of Massachusetts’ first charter schools, with the upcoming 2024-2025 school year being our 30th and final year of operation.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
This role will not be eligible for renewal beyond the 2024-2025 school year as it will be the School's final year of operation.
The Interim Principal's primary job is to drive academic and school culture outcomes for students and teachers. We expect our Principal to focus 75% of their time on instructional leadership, specifically all of the activities involved in leading and developing teachers to improve their instruction to drive student achievement and building a strong school culture that supports partnering with students and families to achieve CoaH’s mission and goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Leadership
Set and prioritize ambitious school-wide vision and goals, aligned with the CoaH’s mission and goals to realize the COAH core value of Academic Achievement
Build own and school staff’s knowledge and expertise in effective instructional design and academic standards to provide rigorous and high quality instruction by:
Developing teachers’ conceptual understanding of what students must know and be able to do and what instructional methods drive student mastery
Developing staff’s knowledge of how standards map to curriculum and assessment
Leading analysis of and develop of teachers’ ability to analyze student data to identify strategies that will move students toward mastery
Regularly observing and coaching teachers by providing high-impact, actionable feedback on a weekly basis in conjunction with the Vice Principal and Director of Teacher Development & Compliance
Ensuring teachers can collaborate, analyze their practice and their student data, and adjust instruction in content teams
Leading whole-school professional development workshops that drive highest-impact improvements in teacher practice
Cultivate Principal’s own success and sustainability by engaging with lifelines and renewing to become stronger
School Culture Leadership
Model expectations for leaders, teachers, and staff, and students on school-wide practices for a positive learning culture and where students are continuously learning to hold themselves to high expectations and to make decisions that reflect a high degree of respect for self and others
Lead weekly Town Meetings, where the entire school community meets for activities such as student-led debate to cultivate our core value of Citizenship
Maintain communication and relations with families, ensuring families are kept involved with and held accountable for their children’s academic and behavioral performance
Collaborate with the Director of School Operations to ensure financial sustainability of the school and that we embody our core value of Public Accountability
In conjunction with the COAH Human Resources team, recruit, interview, hire, evaluate, develop, retain, and, when necessary, dismiss staff
Execute other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director.
Required Qualifications:
Belief that every student, regardless of background, can and must achieve academically at high levels
Ability to set direction across an entire school and motivate others to action
Demonstrated student achievement results from teachers and leaders that he/she manages and coaches
Demonstrated success in developing leadership capacity in others
Expertise in what the school-wide academic standards and state assessments require of students’ knowledge and skills to demonstrate mastery; able to translate student mastery requirements into instructional plans and strategies
Deep understanding of appropriate application and differentiation of high-leverage instructional strategies (e.g. wait time, pacing, stretch it, etc.) based on comprehension of child development and pedagogy
Command of instructional design and the benefits and tradeoffs of school design decisions in driving student achievement
Demonstrated resilience and focus on student outcomes
Flexibility and resourcefulness in pursuit of results
Knowledge of how urban school systems work and how they can be dramatically improved
Masters in Education
5+ years of urban teaching and/or school leadership experience
Demonstrable understanding and experience with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices
Extremely self-directed and organized, supervision and evaluation experience
City on a Hill is committed to racial equity and to make a particular effort to recruit people of color, indigenous people, and gender-non-conforming people to apply for open positions. To read more about City on a Hill’s Diversity, Inclusion, Civic Engagement and Equity (DICEE) programming, check out our dedicated webpage.
Additional Information:
It is the policy of City on a Hill Charter Public School to obtain all available Federal and State background information through both SAFIS (Statewide Applicant Fingerprint Identification Services) and CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), as allowed by law, of all employees and prospective employees of the school.
City on a Hill provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, City on a Hill complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Chair of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Tufts Medical Center and Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, are seeking a Chair of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine to lead the three missions of patient care, research and education for our Pathology and Laboratory Medicine department and to serve as the academic leader across Tufts Medicine, our health system. The Tufts Medical Center Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Chair reports directly to the Dean/Chief Academic Officer and President of the Faculty Practice.
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Tufts Medical Center is at the cutting edge of diagnosing Anatomic and Clinical diseases, uncovering their root causes, and training upcoming Pathologists. We strongly believe in collaboration with colleagues from all medical and surgical disciplines to create improvements in our patients' lives. Our programmatic offerings include:
Clinical services
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the American Association of Blood Banks, the Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB), and the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI).
The Clinical Laboratories perform approximately two million tests with the Blood Bank supporting close to 15,000 blood transfusions annually. The Division of Clinical Pathology includes Biorepository, Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine, Chemistry, Cytogenetics, Cytology, Hematology, Histology, Microbiology, Surgical Pathology, and HLA Molecular. The Transfusion Medicine service provides clinical support to robust organ (cardiac, kidney and liver) transplant and hematopoietic progenitor cell transplant programs, a level 1 trauma center, as well as the entire range of surgical, oncologic/cancer and high-risk obstetrical patients.
The Anatomic Pathology service accessions approximately twenty thousand (20,000) specimens annually to include a variety of biopsies and large surgical specimens. There are over eleven thousand (11,000) GYN pap cytology and approximately six hundred (600) non-GYN cytology cases. The Academic Division of Anatomical Pathology includes Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology, Autopsy Pathology and Biorepository.
Research
Our Faculty conducts cutting-edge research, with the goal of translating what we've learned into bedside care. Our anatomic and clinical pathology expertise makes us a trusted partner and tissue resource for researchers across Tufts Medicine and throughout the healthcare industry.
Education
The mission of our training programs is to train outstanding Pathologists who will succeed in their careers, whether it's patient care, research or teaching. Our training programs include:
* Anatomic & Clinical Pathology Residency Program
* ACGME- accredited Hematopathology Fellowship
* 1-year, non-ACGME-accredited Surgical Pathology Fellowship Program
Who You Are:
* A thoughtful leader with a track record of personal academic achievements with a national reputation and credentials within Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (current Board Certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology and eligibility for a Massachusetts medical license are required)
* A mentor with a proven track record of supporting the professional and academic accomplishments of others
* Eligible for an academic appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level
* Knowledge and experience in change management, healthcare quality, resource/financial management of a large organization, outcomes and process improvements to include patient safety, clinician engagement and patient experience
* Able to build and foster collaborative and effective teams that are diverse and inclusive and that are focused on advancing the Vision and Mission of the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Department and respective services
* Capable of promoting an environment of accountability and continuous performance improvement by establishing and monitoring concrete performance measures to drive achievement of targeted outcomes
* Committed to network development, growth, operational efficiency, and system integration across academic and community-based practices
* A track record of supporting investigator driven research, clinical trials and mentored research
About Tufts Medicine:
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM). The strong relationship between Tufts Medicine and TUSM is evident in our governance, academic and research structure.
Interested and qualified candidates are welcome to send a Cover Letter and CV to:
Kate Kull
Sr Physician Recruiter, Physician and APC Recruitment
Email: ******************************
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at *************************.
Evaluation Team Chairperson - Special Education 2024-2025
Chairperson Job 38 miles from Boston
SUBJECT: EVALUATION TEAM CHAIRPERSON REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education and/or Assistant Director of Special Education ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE: This position is accountable for ensuring compliance standards are met for state and federal regulations that govern the rights of a student with a disability to ensure Free Appropriate Public Education [FAPE]. Responsibilities include the scheduling and facilitation of TEAM members to review and present comprehensive assessments necessary to determine eligibility which impacts the development of the student's Individualized Educational Program (IEP). Through the TEAM meeting process critical accountability measures must ensure that a student with a disability has access as well as receives specialized instruction services in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). The Evaluation Team Chairperson represents the district as the designee of the Director of Special
Education and is appointed to commit district resources while overseeing adherence to special education federal and state regulations which also includes compliance related matters.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Demonstrates keen understanding and implementation of IDEA, federal and state regulations
that governs the rights of a student with a disability.
2. Ensure guidance and technical assistance to Principals, Executive Directors and Coordinators
to ensure compliance with federal and state mandates that promotes least restrictive
placements and FAPE
3. Provide facilitation and support as a member of the school based team in the areas of
prereferral, tiered interventions and eligibility determination process
4. Attendance at monthly scheduled ETC meetings and SPED Department meetings are
mandatory given direct supervision and evaluation from Special Education Supervisor of
Compliance
5. Responsible for working directly with school based evaluation and/or educational TEAM to
ensure that students with disabilities who are eligible for specialized instruction are educated
in the least restrictive environment.
6. Maintain and monitor timelines throughout the IEP process by ensuring that the district
maintains compliance in accordance with state and federal regulations.
7. Guiding IEP TEAMs in the determination of eligibility for special education services by the
identification of what a student will need in the area(s) of specialized services as required by
state and federal regulations
8. Ensuring that students with disabilities have access to the general education curriculum in the
Least Restrictive Environment
9. Review of student records to ensure compliance standards are met through the DESE Tiered
Focus Monitoring process
10. Assisting schools in analyzing data to determine measurable goals and meaningful objectives
as determined by the development of the student's individualized education program (IEP).
11. Coordinating the facilitation of IEP meetings that promote parent engagement, participation
and understanding of the eligibility process throughout the TEAM meeting process. .
12. Communicating with parents, school staff and community agencies to provide technical
assistance and clarity regarding the IEP TEAM process.
13. Collaborating and sharing knowledge of available resources with other Team members.
14. Developing and overseeing the coordination of the IEP process which includes writing and
entering the required documentation into SAGE-IEP and/or IEP Management System.
15. Responsible for working with direct service providers/liaisons with the IEP process including
sharing recommendations, completing assessments, and the documentation of student-
specific goals and objectives in SAGE-IEP.
16. Professional development training and technical support to district personnel including general
and special education staff around the IEP TEAM process and best practices
17. Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race,
color, gender, age, marital status, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or
disability.
18. Performance of other job-related duties as assigned by administration.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Related Service Provider.
2. Master's Degree in Education
3. SEI Endorsement - Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition
4. Knowledge of the federal and state regulations that govern special education and the TEAM evaluation process including a strong understanding of language acquisition and determining language difference from language disorder
5. A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience
6. Excellent written and communication skills
7. Critical thinking given the ability to multi-task with exceptional organizational skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Advanced educational preparation in special education leadership.
2. District knowledge of programs and service delivery options; including alternative, career and vocational technical programs and offerings within the district
3. Strong computer literacy skills
4. Teaching experience supporting students with disabilities and/or inclusion service delivery models
5. Administrative or supervisor experience, desirable.
6. Ability to speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Albanian, Portuguese or an African language
WORK DAY Daily 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The position further requires (Teacher's work year, to include (10) additional days beyond the school year. These days will be identified and approved by the Director of Special Education. The (10) days ensure compliance timelines and IEPs completion are met to finalized placement and transportation services for students with disabilities in accordance to State and Federal regulatory mandates.
SALARY: Appropriate step on Teachers' salary schedule, plus contractual stipend
This deadline does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.
TO APPLY: Any person interested in this position should apply on-line at *************************
Chair of Songwriting
Chairperson Job In Boston, MA
Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, is actively seeking applicants for the Chair position within its esteemed Professional Writing and Music Technology division.
As one of the globe's leading independent music colleges, Berklee stands as a pinnacle institution dedicated to the exploration and advancement of contemporary music. At Berklee, a vibrant community thrives, of exceptionally talented and diverse students, revered faculty members, over 500 committed staff, and a network of accomplished alumni. Berklee's commitment to arts education is reflected in the work of its students, faculty, and alumni - who have been recognized with 332 Grammy Awards, 118 Latin Grammy Awards, 31 Emmy Awards, 7 Academy Awards, and 11 Tony Awards.
Renowned for pioneering contemporary music education, Berklee established the inaugural college-level songwriting major in 1987. Since then, the institution has remained at the forefront of evolving and refining the study of songcraft, consistently pushing boundaries and innovating within the field. The Songwriting Department boasts a distinguished faculty of thirty-one globally recognized experts. Their collective mission extends beyond teaching songwriting; it's about nurturing a holistic skill set, weaving together the threads of creativity and technique.
This department is responsible for shaping the educational path of 430 majors, as well as students from other disciplines who view songwriting as a supplementary area of study. The meticulously designed curriculum caters to the multifaceted nature of songwriting across five distinct focal points. Beyond these concentrations, students delve into various facets of songwriting, exploring creativity, the business side of the craft, utilization of music technologies, emerging trends in the field, industry strategies, and the critical examination of renowned songwriters. Moreover, the curriculum places a significant emphasis on situating songs within their cultural, social, and historical contexts. In addition to the major, the department also oversees the Music Theater Writing Minor and offers several summer programs.
The department also manages and promotes an array of events for songwriters who wish to perform original songs, writer camps, screenings with industry professionals, master classes and clinics with influential songwriters, and industry trips to music hubs like Nashville, Miami, NYC, and Los Angeles.
The role of Chair within the Songwriting Department at Berklee College of Music embodies a pivotal leadership position accountable to the Dean of PW+MT. This position assumes a multifaceted responsibility encompassing administrative leadership, curriculum innovation, faculty oversight, student guidance, and the cultivation of an engaging learning environment. The Chair must possess excellent interpersonal, managerial, and organizational skills to navigate a large and complex academic setting. Collaborating closely with the Dean, this role involves fostering alliances with both internal and external stakeholders while adeptly managing the varied demands of senior leadership, faculty members, and students.
The ideal candidate demonstrates an established track record of high-level professional songwriting achievements. They exhibit a deep comprehension of the workings of the music industry, coupled with a proactive approach and a collaborative mindset. Essential qualities include strong collegiality, a positive demeanor, and a readiness to align with Berklee's aspirations concerning Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. A steadfast dedication to fostering student experiences, faculty development, and displaying strong initiative are imperative traits for this role.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Chair is responsible for a variety of administrative and management duties, including but not limited to:
Representing the department and division as an administrative leader on- and off-campus
Engaging in the administrative aspects of the department and college
Collaborate with the Dean and provide strategic leadership for departmental development and curriculum management
Advising on curricular technology and pedagogical practices
Advising students on academics and career planning, in addition to resolving a wide range of student matters
Participating in the hiring, mentoring, and performance evaluation of faculty and staff
Developing, planning, and attending department events, weekly seminars, and guest artist visits that enhance the student experience
Attending outreach events and liaising with prospective students to increase awareness of the Songwriting Department and educational opportunities
Serving on the Academic Leadership Council, divisional, departmental, and other committees as needed
Teaching (typically 1 course per semester)
Maintain high standards of integrity in the conduct of duties
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree or equivalent professional experience
Comprehensive knowledge of songwriting, music production, and performance within the music industry
Demonstrated credit history as a non-featured artist in songwriting, producing, or as a music executive in support of songwriters/producers/artists
Thorough knowledge of the music business, its practices, technologies, and evolving trends
Proficiency in general business operations, inclusive of administration, project management, strategic planning, talent acquisition, and financial management
Working knowledge of higher education structures and systems
Willingness to modulate leadership style to complement the the dept and division
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and verbal/writing communication skills
Extremely organized with demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities/projects and meet deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in prior employment opportunities, and to supporting a diverse workplace with a multicultural, multinational faculty and student body
This is a 12-month administrative position. Initial appointment is for three years. Compensation and rank are commensurate with professional experience.
SUBMISSION PROCESS: Electronic applications only. Please submit the following materials in PDF or Word format at berklee.edu/jobs. All application materials can be combined as one file and uploaded to the Resume/Cover letter application section.
Candidates should submit:
Letter of Application
Current resume or CV
Names and contact information for at least three (3) references
Links to websites or online resources with representative samples of your work
APPLICATION REVIEW and DEADLINE
1) Incomplete applications will not be considered.
2) The position will remain open for applications until filled.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at ************************ or call ************.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
Employee Type:Chair
Interim Special Education Team Chair (January - June 2025)
Chairperson Job 6 miles from Boston
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
POSITION: TEAM CHAIR - SPECIAL EDUCATION
This is an interim position from January-June 2025
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Special Education certification and/or relevant certification
* Experience leading Team Meetings
* Computer Software competency, with particular focus on Special Education Database Software (PCG-EASYIEP/EdPlan).
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
REPORTS TO: Secondary Coordinator
Team Meetings
* Chairs team meetings: eligibility determination FOR initial and re-evaluation meetings.
* Chairs annual reviews under the following conditions: student with a TA, any potential change in placement (i.e. emergency meeting for a 45 day placement, hospitalization) change in related services, transition planning, new student from another district, receipt of outside evaluation within mandated timelines, other special circumstances as determined by Coordinator.
* Coordinates the scheduling of all annual reviews and reevaluations w/technology and clerical support
IEP Process and Monitoring
* Reviews all IEP reports prior to meeting.
* Sets due dates for receipt of written evaluation reports
* Summarizes key results.
* Records parent concerns and Team vision.
* Drafts PLEP A and B with input from Team.
* Assures alignment of all sections of IEP.
* Oversees goals.
* Insures FAPE (free and appropriate education).
* Insures that the Team identifies and provides educationally relevant and required services.
* Responsible for content/service delivery/placement of final IEP incorporating input from team meeting.
* Finalizes IEP's per district protocols.
* Reviews progress reports.
* Oversees adherence to entrance/exit criteria for programs, and services.
* Monitors all students monthly who have Services Only IEPs in private tuition schools (i.e. St. Agnes)
* Provides monthly report to coordinator numbers of students on IEP's at the building level including private pay students.
District Procedures
* Follows district Special Education procedures and protocols, including placement, TA and counseling protocols.
* Reviews building based referrals for completeness of SST process including documentation for concerns, strategy implementation and results prior to generating consent for evaluation.
* Generates consent for evaluations with consultation from psychologists or other evaluators.
* Consults with principals on 504's.
* Attends and participates in district-wide special education department activities.
* Attends and participates in district-wide professional development activities as directed by Assistant Superintendent or Director of Special Education.
Building Based Responsibilities
* Attends weekly SST meetings, as requested
* Conducts educational evaluations on as needed basis.
* Conducts monthly building based special education department meetings.
* Attends weekly Team Chair meetings.
* Consults with building based substantially separate programs.
* Consults with Principal, Psychologist, and Social Worker for all special education procedures/protocols and building issues.
* Provides feedback to Principal and Coordinators for special educator evaluations.
* Consults with Principals and Coordinators on MCAS accommodations.
Communication
* Assures that central office initiatives, concerns, and procedures are communicated regularly at staff meetings
* Other responsibilities as determined by Superintendent and the Director of Special Education.
Special Education Team Chairperson
Chairperson Job 10 miles from Boston
Woburn Public Schools Special Education Team Chairperson 2024-2025 School Year DEFINITION: The Special Education Team Chairperson shall be the employee member of the Woburn Public Schools designated by the Superintendent of Schools to ensure that special education students are given every opportunity to be educated within the mainstream learning environment and adhere to the intent and timelines of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
PREREQUISITE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
* Minimum: Certification in Special Education with a Masters Degree in Special Education or in a related field; Special Ed Administrator license preferred
* Minimum: Minimum of five years teaching or administrative special education experience
* Minimum: Knowledge and understanding of the Team evaluation process, IDEA, and 603 CMR 28.00
SALARY:
In accordance with the Woburn Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement
WORKING TIME:
The Special Education Team Chairperson shall work days and times as stated in the Woburn Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement plus five additional days at the beginning and five additional days at the end of each school year.
DUTIES:
The Special Education Team Chairperson shall:
* Maintain compliance with special education regulations
* Have experience working with students with various disabilities
* Monitor IEPs for accuracy and compliance
* Complete all files and statistical reports as required by the Director of Special Education
* Inform parents of their rights to due process under IDEA and ensure that the spirit of the intent of IDEA is fulfille
* Chair Team meetings, write and oversee the development of the IEP, send completed IEPs to parents within 45 days of the date that the parent consented to testing, and ensure necessary signatures
* Ensure that related service providers, teachers, or other staff deemed necessary are provided copies or access to IEPs for the students they serve
* Provide consultative services for parents, teachers, and/or administrators
* Participate in providing in-service training to professionals and parents
* Plan for the integration of pupils, when feasible, into the regular academic program
* Ensure that equal educational opportunity is provided to all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, religion, or national origin
* Work diligently to resolve all conflicts
* Assume responsibility for the coordination of the evaluation team process which includes but is not limited to contacting parents, coordination and completion of evaluations, coordination and collating of overall evaluation data, processing the required forms, scheduling and chairing Team meetings, and processing IEPs within regulatory timelines
* Develop and maintain complete and cumulative individual records of special education students
* Arrange IEP review/reevaluation assessments and meetings to discuss student progress and write new or amended IEPs
* Act as a liaison with community agencies
* Perform any other duties and assume responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Student Services, any Assistant Superintendent, or the Superintendent of Schools
At the Woburn Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, Woburn Public Schools continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a district member of Mass Partnership for Diversity in Education.