After School Teacher, Dennis C. Haley Elementary School

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Dennis C. Haley Elementary School
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Haley After-school Teacher
Job Description

Overview: The Haley After-School Teachers will work with groups of students in a unique after-school educational program located at the Dennis C. Haley Elementary School. Administered by the Haley in collaboration with community partners, the program engages approximately 110 students from kindergarten through 5th grade, multiple community volunteers, and full-time and part-time staff, plus volunteers and contracted services.  The goal of the After-School Program is to provide academic support, arts and enrichment and physical fitness.  The Haley After School Teachers must possess a commitment to education, a passion for community building, and demonstrated experience in education and staff development.  The Haley is a Boston Public School located in Roslindale.

Responsibilities Include:
1. Provide quality educational experiences (through the three after-school program cornerstones; academic support, health and physical fitness and arts and cultural enrichment) and a safe, nurturing environment for up to 13 students.
2. Develop positive relationships with students and build a culture of trust
3. Forge meaningful relationships with students' guardians and other family members through ongoing communication and engagement efforts
4. Coordinate volunteer staff/contracted service providers who are working with your students
5. Ensure dissemination of key organizational information among school staff.
6. Regularly communicate with Program Director
7. Ensure health & safety of all participants and compliance with all Boston Public Schools and state standards
8. Work closely with the community partner to carryout the focus on environment and community learning.

Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external partners
2. Highly developed interpersonal skills
3. Excellent time management skills and organizational skills
4. Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
5. Energy, creativity, initiative and entrepreneurial zeal
6. Resilience, resourcefulness and enthusiasm
7. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and dedication to excellence in After-school education  
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Compensation and Benefits Hourly wage is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include extensive training and professional development opportunities offered through Boston Public Schools and community partners.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: Ross Wilson, Haley School Principal rwilson@boston.k12.ma.us
         
Deadline to apply: August 30, 2008. Qualified applicants will be interview on a rolling basis. Ideally, teachers will begin by Sept. 8th.

Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Deadline
August 30, 2008