Director of Science
- Employer
- Mastery Charter Schools
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, United States
- Salary
- Per Year
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Job Details
The Director of Science ensures that all Mastery Charter students (K-12) possess the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and scientific curiosity necessary to produce breakthrough results in science as measured by standardized, state and Mastery benchmark assessments. To this end, the Director of Science will lead the development of new Science programming (in elementary and middle school) and the enhancement of existing high school programming in light of the expectations of the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. The Director of Science reports directly to the Deputy Chief Academic Officer and provides support to Principals, Assistant Principals of Instruction, and all
Mastery Charter Schools.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Driving system-wide success on State, Standardized Assessments and Mastery Benchmark interim assessments
and other valued science assessments.
Selecting, developing and implementing science curricula, assessments, and resources
Developing and implementing science-centered professional development for Mastery leaders (Assistant
Principals of Instruction, Principals, Teacher Coaches) and instructors
Monitoring implementation of science curricular programming and responding to campus-based and
organization-wide science assessment data
Setting and re-setting the organizational vision of quality science instruction, incorporating lessons learned from
experts in the field, peer organizations, and internally implemented pilots
Collaborating with other members of the Academic Team toward a unified vision of academic rigor
Qualifications:
Results-oriented individual - a flexible thinker willing to do "whatever it takes."
Belief in the Mastery Charter School mission and instructional model.
A ferocious desire to provide our students with a world class education.
Broad content knowledge in science and science-specific instructional approaches across K-12; deep content
knowledge in specific areas on the K-12 continuum of science learning
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong analytical writing skills.
Has experienced a high level of measurable success working with urban youth.
Has zest and a sense of humor; team-player
Experience managing others toward outcomes
Thrives in a high-accountability, fast-paced environment
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
Five years of experience in teaching, teacher coaching and curriculum/assessment writing.
Familiar with Common Core and Next Generation principles and expectations
Familiar with common national science curricular programs and products.
Strong experience analyzing and interpreting instructional data (in science)
Physical Requirements:
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as traveling to network campuses and maneuvering in office space-reaching file cabinets, filing, faxing, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; Must be able to sit for up to four (4) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard and mouse and typing.
Other Requirements:
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel when necessary.
About Mastery:
We believe educational inequity is the most pressing social problem facing our country and the civil rights issue of our day. Mastery exists to help solve this problem. Our ultimate goal is to create a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. We are organized around one driving mission: All students learn the academic and personal skills they need to be truly prepared for postsecondary success and able to pursue their dreams. To fulfill this mission, we attend to the whole child - academically and emotionally - matching high expectations for students with high levels of support.
Mastery Charter Schools http://www.masterycharter.org/" target="_blank is a nonprofit network of more than 24 schools http://www.masterycharter.org/app/uploads/2017/12/MCS.Locations.and_.Map_.2017.pdf" target="_blank serving over 14,000 students in Philadelphia and Camden. We are the largest turnaround school operator in the nation and have been lauded by President Obama and the US Department of Education for our ability to dramatically boost academic achievement in historically low-performing schools.
We know neighborhood schools matter, all students deserve access to a great education, and the people in our building can grow and develop sustainably to make the biggest impact possible in this work.
Mastery Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
Primary Location:
Central Office
Salary Range:
Per Year
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Company
We believe educational inequity is the most pressing social problem facing our country and the civil rights issue of our day. Mastery exists to help solve this problem. Our ultimate goal is to create a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. We are organized around one driving mission: All students learn the academic and personal skills they need to be truly prepared for postsecondary success and able to pursue their dreams. To fulfill this mission, we attend to the whole child – academically and emotionally – matching high expectations for students with high levels of support.
Mastery Charter Schools is a nonprofit network of more than 24 schools serving over 14,000 students in Philadelphia and Camden. We are the largest turnaround school operator in the nation and have been lauded by President Obama and the US Department of Education for our ability to dramatically boost academic achievement in historically low-performing schools.
We know neighborhood schools matter, all students deserve access to a great education, and the people in our building can grow and develop sustainably to make the biggest impact possible in this work.
- Website
- http://masterycharter.org/
- Telephone
- 2158669000
- Location
-
5700 Wayne Avenue
Philadelphia
PA
19144
US
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