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Job listings for education organizations including charter and other schools, policy and research foundations, and education reform and resource organizations. NOTE: Interested applicants should contact employers directly, using the contact information provided below.
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CER CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, Washington, DC:
State Liaison (Part-time)
The Center for Education Reform, a leading national education reform
organization focusing on choice and charter schools, is searching for part-time
consultants that have the ability to travel to selected states and manage CER
affiliates, organize and work with state charter leaders and operators to assist
them in preparing substantive programs that grow and improve their state charter
organizations. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of the national
charter school movement, be organized and efficient, and have excellent writing
and people skills. To apply, please submit and resume to hr@edreform.com
or by fax to 202-822-5077.
Parent Liaison – Baltimore, Maryland (part-time)
The Center for Education Reform, a leading national education reform
organization focusing on choice and charter schools, is searching for part-time
Parent Liaisons with experience both as parents and working with community
based/grassroots groups. This position requires that the Parent Liaison recruit
other parents in Baltimore, Maryland to forums, provide materials and counseling
on educational options, organize and attend meetings, and coordinate the efforts
of the program participants. To apply, please submit and resume to hr@edreform.com
or by fax to 202-822-5077.
Internships
The Center for Education
Reform has one of the finest intern programs around,
and we're currently looking for quality candidates for internships at our
Washington, DC headquarters. In return for enthusiastic hard work, interns will
get a chance to learn the ins and outs of education reform from the local to the
national level. Apply now for Winter CER Internships. Link
here to find out more about how to apply.
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Phoenix, AZ: Assistant Director for Education
The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) - the nation's largest
constituency-based Hispanic civil rights organization and leading
Washington-based Hispanic "think tank" - seeks an Assistant Director
for Education, Far West Region to serve as a liaison between NCLR's Center for
Community Educational Excellence in Washington, D.C. and the Phoenix, AZ field
office which serves the Far West region. The Center for Community Educational
Excellence works to strengthen the quality of education for Hispanic students
and is responsible for supporting NCLR's 300-plus affiliates - Hispanic-led,
nonprofit, community-based organizations - in their educational endeavors. This
includes curriculum development, program development, training and professional
development, technical assistance, and research and evaluation in the areas of
early care and education, elementary and secondary education, academic
enrichment, college preparation, parent/family involvement, and adult basic
education, as well as alternative and charter school development and support. Click
here for a complete description of responsibilities and qualifications. Send
cover letter, resume, writing sample and references to: National Council of La
Raza, 1111 19th Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20036, Attn: Jorge
Naranjo. Website: www.nclr.org.
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Director, Indiana Charter Schools Services Center
The Indiana Charter Schools Services Center (ICSSC), a program of the
Greater Educational Opportunities (GEO) Foundation, seeks a highly motivated,
self starter to serve as Director of the program. The ICSSC is a statewide
support organization that provides technical assistance and aid to Indiana’s
charter schools. The Indiana Charter Schools Services Center (ICSSC) is
dedicated to the development and successful establishment of charter schools.
The ICSSC proactively promotes the sharing of ideas, best practices and
experiences among Indiana’s new and existing charter schools and provides
essential technical and informational services. The agenda for the ICSSC is
directed by Indiana’s charter schools.
The Director of the ICSSC oversees the entire program by setting the agenda for the program and working closely with the leaders of each of Indiana’s charter schools. Specifically, the Director will be responsible for providing technical assistance by conducting research and answering questions for the charter schools in a variety of academic and operational areas. The Director will identify and write grant applications for the individual charter schools and attend relevant workshops and conferences to gather essential information for the charter school leaders. In addition, the Director’s duties include assisting developing charter school organizations with the all aspect of the charter school application process at each of the state’s sponsoring entities. Finally, the Director will coordinate efforts on behalf of the entire Indiana charter school movement with other state organizations, including the Charter School Sponsors, Indiana Department of Education, Charter School Association of Indiana, and the Charter School Resource Center of Indiana.
Qualified candidates will have at least 2-3 years experience with charter school management, oversight, or operation. Experience with grant writing and solicitation is preferred. Candidates must thrive in a fast paced environment that requires an ability to manage multiple responsibilities and a dedication to school reform efforts. The GEO Foundation offers a competitive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience. The GEO Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to the GEO Foundation at: GEO Foundation, 302 South Meridian Street, Suite 201, Indianapolis, IN 46225, Phone: 317-524-3770, Fax: 317-524-3773, Email: teasleygeo@aol.com. Website: www.geofoundation.org.
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St. Paul, MN: School Liaison/Proposal Writer
SchoolStart, a Minnesota-based non-profit organization working to launch
high performing charter schools, is seeking a full-time School Liaison/Proposal
Writer to provide high-intensity technical assistance and coaching to promising
Minnesota charter schools in the start-up stage.
Candidates should have charter or other school start-up and proposal writing experience. Consulting, business, and entrepreneurial expertise recommended. Compensation will be commensurate with a candidate's experience and abilities.
For more information, please contact Jon Bacal, Executive Director, at (612) 812-4198 or jbacal@schoolstart.org. Website: www.schoolstart.org.
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Washington, DC: Communications Associate
The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation, a private foundation that supports
research, publications, and action projects of national significance in K-12
education reform, is seeking a Communications Associate for the Washington, D.C.
office.
The work includes developing and marketing publications and reports; forging relationships with journalists, print and electronic media outlets, and counterparts in other organizations; placing articles and editorials in diverse publications; writing and disseminating press releases; keeping the content of our website current (no programming required); contributing to Fordham’s research, writing, and editing efforts as needed; and myriad other tasks.
The position will be available in January 2004, and interviews will begin in November. It can be tailored to fit a strong candidate with a solid college education and career interests that match this opportunity. Prior experience in communications or P.R. is required, and knowledge of education policy is a definite plus. Visit www.edexcellence.net for more details, or contact Eric Osberg, 1627 K Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006, email: jobs@edexcellence.net, Phone: 202-223-5452, Fax: 202-223-9226. Application deadline: December 31, 2003.
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Santa Monica, CA: Compliance Analyst
ExED, a nonprofit organization, develops and manages charter public schools.
The mission of ExED is to dramatically improve the quality of public education
by creating access to K-12 schools with high student achievement in low-income
neighborhoods through the vehicle of community-based charter public schools.
As the primary contact on issues finance, legislation, accounts receivable and compliance reporting the Compliance Analyst monitors financial activities, processes funding applications, prepares various reports, correspondence and forms. Detail-oriented applicants with a BA, knowledge of business principles and standard operating practices, accounting or math background, Microsoft Office proficiency, ability to prioritize and multi-task, organizational skills, and strong written and oral communication skills will make the strongest candidates. The salary range is $33,000 – $37,000 annually commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical/dental insurance and retirement plan. ExED is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, fax or mail resume and cover letter to: Personnel ExED, 429 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 640, Santa Monica, CA, 90401 Fax: 310-394-7380. (No phone calls or e-mails.)
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Washington, DC: Director of Real Estate
KIPP, a national, non-profit organization that trains and supports school
leaders to open and run high performing public schools, is seeking an
experienced real estate professional to manage all aspects of its school
facilities program. KIPP schools provide educationally underserved students with
the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in top-quality high
schools, colleges, and the competitive world beyond. There are currently 32 KIPP
schools in operation nationwide. The Director of Real Estate will work in the
Real Estate Group to identify and secure school properties, and to manage the
design, construction or renovation of these properties. The Director of Real
Estate will work closely with the local Directors of Business Development,
Directors of Business Operations, and Principals to prepare a facility for the
operation of a new school.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: ·Identifying and evaluating potential school sites ·Negotiating leases or acquisition of property ·Managing the school design process with architects ·Managing, directly or indirectly, school construction projects ·Coordinating relationships with real estate brokers, architects, and contractors ·Providing cost and time estimates on all projects ·Working with local governments regarding zoning, permits, etc. ·Training other staff and school leaders in all aspects of real estate development ·Opportunities to be involved in all aspects of the schools creation
Qualifications: ·Committed to the belief that school reform should include schools of choice ·Excellent organizational skills ·Action oriented and takes initiative ·Creativity in finding non-traditional real estate space ·All candidates should be self-starters, who are capable/interested in working in a small "startup" environment. ·Education industry experience a plus ·Bachelors Degree required/Advanced Degree preferred ·Ability to travel frequently
Ideal candidates will have a background in real estate brokerage, architecture, project management and real estate development, as the role will demand competence in each area. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in one of the above-mentioned disciplines, and substantial experience and understanding in the others. A proven track record of consistently executing projects on-time and on-budget is critical. This position will be located in the Washington DC office. Compensation is commensurate with experience. EOE. Interested candidates should contact jobs@kipp.org, KIPP National, 345 Spear Street, Suite 510, San Francisco, CA 94105, www.kipp.org.
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Santa Monica, CA: Chief Business Officer
ExED develops and manages charter public schools. As the liaison between the
Charter High School, ExED, and government agencies the Chief Business Officer
supervises business, operational, and financial school affairs overseeing
budget/accounting, facilities management, maintenance and operations, food
services, transportation, and payroll and personnel. Applicants with a CPA or
MBA, knowledge of budgetary/accounting/fiscal procedures and policies of public
schools and business law, demonstrated ability to formulate plans and policies
and analyze and make sound recommendations on complex problems, demonstrated
organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability
to direct staff and initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with
stakeholders will make the strongest candidates. Salary $80K+ DOE. Fax or mail
resume and cover letter to Personnel, ExED, 429 Santa Monica Bl #640, Santa
Monica, CA 90401; fax: 310.394.7380; www.exed.net.
For further information please contact Cindy Gauger at (310) 394-1152 x13 or cgauger@exed.net.
Application deadline: September 30, 2003.
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Hillsborough County, FL: Finance Director
Individual applying to open a charter school through the Hillsborough County
School Board is seeking a Finance Director to assist in the application process,
either consulting on a one time basis, or if interested, filling the position on
a yearly basis. The school, which will be located somewhere in the NW Tampa
area, will be geared for students with ADD/ADHD and reading disabilities. For
more information contact Lia Binetti, email: Liateacher@aol.com,
Phone: (813) 264-2735.
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Chicago, IL: Executive Director
The Cross City Campaign for Urban School Reform is a national network of
school reform leaders working together to improve urban public schools. It
brings together parents, community members, teachers, principals, students,
administrators, researchers, union officials and funders to promote the systemic
transformation of urban public schools, particularly those schools serving
students of color and students from low-income communities. Based in Chicago,
the organization’s staff and programs support efforts in nine cities across
the country to create high-quality schools; advocate for policies and practices
that move authority, resources, and accountability to the school level;
reconnect schools with their communities; and rethink the role of school
districts. The organization’s core activities are training and leadership
development, policy analysis and research, advocacy, technical assistance,
developing publications and training materials, and organizing working meetings
to share best practices. Cross City Campaign seeks an executive director to lead
and manage this 10-year-old organization. The executive director reports to the
governing board, provides leadership for and manages a 13 person staff, and
oversees a $1.4 million budget.
Further information about Cross City Campaign is available at www.crosscity.org. To apply, please send a cover letter and résumé to: Cross City Campaign for Urban School Reform, c/o The Himmelfarb Group, 1119 Pleasant Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, 708-848-0086 (phone), 708-848-8001 (fax). A complete position announcement and instructions for submitting candidate materials may be found at www.himmelfarbgroup.com. EOE. This position is to be filled no later than November 2003. Application deadline: September 30, 2003.
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Gary, IN: Instructional Staff
The Thea Bowman Leadership Academy Charter School has four openings for
quality elementary level instructional staff for the 2003-04 school year. The
Thea Bowman Leadership Academy Charter School, through its commitment to the
highest educational, ethical and management standards, seeks to become a model
in Indiana for high performance urban schools which prepare all students for
academic success and leadership roles in their community.
The open teaching positions include: a
Qualified candidates must hold a valid Indiana teaching license or be in the process of obtaining an Indiana license under a Transition to Teaching program. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mrs. Gwen Adell, Principal, via fax at 219-883-1331.
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Indianapolis, IN: School Administrator/CEO
Southeast Neighborhood School of Excellence (SENSE) is a
neighborhood-based school emphasizing academic excellence, social
development and civic responsibility in every individual. SENSE is
scheduled to open in fall, 2004 and will be a small, elementary (K–5)
charter school. SENSE’s overall purpose is to support, promote,
advocate and advance the education of children residing in the
Southeast Neighborhood.
The School Administrator will oversee SENSE with direct supervision of the fiscal operation, organizational management and employment, including promoting, motivating and maintaining a productive, creative and caring atmosphere in which every student, parent and educator can experience success and fostering an environment where students and staff are challenged to reach their greatest potential. The School Administrator will also be responsible for every aspect of the charter school operation, including reporting and compliance as well as building strong relationships with parents, civic leaders, the media, community organizations and businesses.
Qualified applicants will hold a Bachelor’s Degree with a Master’s Degree preferred possess a minimum five years experience in program coordination, fiscal, and/or human capital management and strong organizational, communication, analytical, and writing skills. Fundraising or grants management experience will be viewed favorably. SENSE is seeking an experienced professional to help prepare for opening in the fall of 2004 and to lead the school once opened. SENSE is currently in the final round of the charter application process. We are looking for a flexible individual open and enthusiastic about working with a startup. Salary competitive. SENSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit resumes to Lee Lewellen, Board Chair, at llewellen@cincorp.com. For information on SEND, please visit www.sendcdc.org. See www.sendcdc.org/sense for the full job description or download the SENSE application at http://www.indygov.org/mayor/charter/2003/index.htm for a detailed summary of the school.
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Lawrence, MA: Teachers
Community Day Charter School is currently accepting resumes for the
2003-2004 school year. Anticipated openings Include: middle school social studies with some coaching
abilities; 7th/8th grade science teacher; special education teacher; middle
school Spanish teacher and a part-time lower school Spanish teacher. The
school is searching for experienced teachers whose skills and abilities include:
Bachelors degree, Masters preferred; significant classroom management and
teaching experience; expertise in current issues in education, including a
standards-based approach to learning; and proficiency with the Massachusetts
Curriculum Frameworks. Community Day Charter School is recognized for
outstanding student achievement, and is located in historic buildings on a
lovely campus. Please send resume and cover letter to: CDCS, Human Resources,
190 Hampshire Street, Lawrence, MA 01840, Fax: 978-682-1013, email: lmurphy@communitydaycare.org.
Website: www.cdcs.chtr.k12.ma.us.
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Indianapolis, IN: Executive Director
The Charter Schools Association of Indiana is seeking an Executive Director
to support existing charter schools through various initiatives, serve as a
clearinghouse of information, support research projects, and pursue funding
opportunities. This person will also build a grassroots support network for
charter schools and work with individuals and groups seeking to open charter
schools. Additionally, this person will serve as a voice for the charter school
movement in Indiana before the Indiana General Assembly as well as to the media,
community groups and other constituencies.
CSAI includes approved representatives from charter schools, authorizers from Ball State University and the Indianapolis Mayor’s Office, and members of charter school support groups. The Association represents the rapidly growing charter school movement on regulatory, legal and legislative issues before the Indiana General Assembly. The Association also commissions research on charter school performance. CSAI is based in downtown Indianapolis. Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume to: Cynthia Diamond, Chair, Charter Schools Association of Indiana, 10 West Market Street, Suite 1990, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2973.
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South Phoenix, AZ: School Director
SABIS® International School, currently a 700 student KG-9 charter
school in South Phoenix with plans for KG-12, and member of the SABIS®
Network of Schools, seeks a School Director. Members of the SABIS®
Network share a rigorous academic curriculum focused on increasing
student achievement and preparing students for college and life-long
learning. To be considered, a candidate must be a team builder, able
to work in a culturally diverse, urban environment and within the
structure of an organization-specific setting. A strong, dynamic
leader with demonstrated abilities to inspire teachers, to motivate
students, to interface with parents as well as the Board of Trustees,
and to set, manage, monitor, and fully realize a strategic school plan
is desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
necessary. Candidates must have a minimum of a BA/BS degree in related
field; MA preferred. School administration experience is preferable.
Calendar year position. Equal Opportunity Employer. E-mail or fax
cover letter, resume, and summary of educational philosophy to: nreda@sabis.net
or fax 952-918-1851. To learn more, please visit www.sabis.net.
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Lawrence, MA: Head of Upper School
Community Day Charter School, an innovative charter school north of Boston,
has an opportunity for Head of Upper School (Grades 5-8). The school is seeking
an experienced educator for central leadership position at a small, diverse,
urban elementary school with high academic standards and a strong belief in
accountability. Qualified candidate will have a demonstrated distinction in
elementary school teaching and relevant experience in management and will share
the community's vision of quality public education. Advanced degree, strong
leadership skills, significant classroom experience and educational vision are
requirements. Send resumes to: lmurphy@communitydaycare.org.
For more information about the school, visit www.cdcs.chtr.k12.ma.us.
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Philadelphia, PA: School Director:
High Tech High, Philadelphia seeks a School Director to lead overall school
operations and performance and provide leadership for all of the School’s
constituencies – community, parents, faculty and students.
High Tech High Philadelphia was created to address the failure of traditional high schools to prepare urban students with the academic and critical thinking skills required by 21st century society. The School’s mission is to ensure that all students develop the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century economy – beginning, most importantly, with full preparation for a college education. To accomplish this mission, High Tech High completely re-invents the traditional high school model. This includes high expectations for every student, a mastery-based grading and graduation structure, a project-based, technology infused curriculum, and modern management practices.
The successful candidate will have excellent management, organization development, and proven leadership experience in an urban educational setting. A minimum of ten years of experience as a successful teacher, leader, or manager/leader in a social services setting is required. The candidate’s administrative background should reflect strong management and communication skills, and a clear understanding of the current issues facing education. Experience in urban secondary schools preferred, combined with private sector or entrepreneurial experience is a plus.
Nominations, or a letter of application accompanied by a resume and a list of references, should be sent to: Gerard F. Cattie, Jr., Managing Director, The Diversified Search Companies, One Commerce Square, 2005 Market Street, Suite 3300, Philadelphia, PA 19103, email: gerard.cattie@divsearch.com, phone: 215 656-3576.
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Bryson City, NC: Teachers
Mountain Discovery Charter School, serving kindergarten through
seventh grade, is seeking experienced, creative, energetic,
passionate, knowledgeable, team-minded teachers for the 2003-04 school
year. (Licenced teachers are preferred). MDCS, located in the Smoky
Mountains of Western North Carolina, is an Expeditionary Learning
school that will add Core Knowledge to its academic program next year.
Class size at MDCS is limited to sixteen students. In addition, we
follow the North Carolina Standards and Core Knowledge as our
"what" with EL serving as the "how". Interested
applicants should send resumes and a cover letter via email, fax or
hard copy to: Renee Rogers, P.O. Box 1879, Bryson City, NC 28713,
email: errogers@smnet.net,
Phone: 828-488-1222, Fax: 828-488-0526. Positions open until filled.
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Denver, CO: Head of School
Carney, Sandoe & Associates has been retained by the Denver School of
Science and Technology to assist for the search for its founding Head of School,
who will commence employment in July of 2004. Fueled by a challenge grant from
the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the school will be a small, innovative
charter school which aims to become the premier public high school for math,
science, and technology in the state. Its founders also seek to make this
exceptional school with high academic standards accessible to a diverse group of
students and to integrate project-based learning and technology, along with more
traditional teaching methods, across the curriculum. Governor Bill Owens of
Colorado is leading the drive to raise $12 million for a new and futuristic,
60,000 square foot facility. The school will enroll its first 9th grade class in
September of 2004, and add a grade each subsequent year until its serves 425
students in grades 9 through 12.
The founding Head of School will serve as its chief executive officer, reporting to a distinguished Board of Trustees. The Head will be responsible for hiring, professional development, compensation, and all other personnel matters; oversight and development of all academic programs and curricula; enrollment management; budgeting and financial management; legal and regulatory compliance; and management of the 10-acre campus. The founding Head will have served successfully as a charter or district school Principal (or as a Division Director in a private, independent school), with experience at the secondary level preferred. S/he will be a distinguished educator and inspiring communicator with strong management and leadership skills, a commitment to academic excellence and awareness of developments in the broad worlds of education and pedagogy. Prior experience working with adolescents in a diverse, multicultural environment, an understanding of project-based learning, and an enthusiasm for integration of technology across the curriculum are also required.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter expressing reasons for applying, a resume, a statement of educational philosophy and practice, and the names of five references to: Barry Rowland, Senior Search Consultant, Carney, Sandoe and Associates, 136 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116. Email: search@carneysandoe.com. Fax: 617-542-9500. Phone: (416) 656-6415. EOE. Further details are at www.carneysandoe.com.
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San Leandro, CA: Elementary Teachers
San Leandro Charter Academy is seeking highly motivated, experienced
elementary teachers for self-contained classrooms. Our K-5 school has a maximum
class size of 20 students. Teachers are provided with one collaboration period
per week. Applicants must be committed to standards-based instruction,
differentiated and guided instruction, and ready to work collaboratively with
other staff. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus, but not required. Positions will
remain open until filled. For more information or to apply, contact Ema
Arcellana, San Leandro Charter Academy, 16248 Carolyn St., San Leandro, CA
94578, Phone: 510-278-0991, Fax: 510-278-0992, website: www.slacademy.org,
email: director@slaademy.org.
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New York, NY: K-12 Teachers
Teach For America is an organization of outstanding leaders who are committed to ensuring
that all children have an equal chance in life.
We assemble the nation's most promising leaders to teach for 2 years in urban and
rural areas to make a big impact in the lives of children.
Your experience with Teach For America will give you the insight, network, skills,
and credibility to make long-term, fundamental change.
We place corps members in 17 urban and rural locations in the U.S.
We look for goal-oriented individuals who relentlessly pursue results.
Our ideal candidates demonstrate leadership ability: strong critical thinking skills;
records of outstanding academic and extra-curricular activities or work experience.
We seek individuals who reflect thoughtfully on past experiences,
maintain a sense of perspective in the face of challenges, operate with a positive attitude
and a sense of realism, and demonstrate self-awareness and sensitivity to others.
* Bachelors degree required * Minimum GPA 2.5 * All majors welcome.
No education background required.
To apply, please go to www.teachforamerica.org
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