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Position Description Educators 4 Excellence (E4E) Position: Outreach Director Primary Location: New York, NY The Organization Educators 4 Excellence (E4E) is an organization of education professionals who seek to provide an independent voice for educators in the debate surrounding education policy. For far too long, education policy has been created without a critical voice at the table – the voice of teachers. Created by two Bronx teachers in spring 2010, E4E envisions a high quality, prestigious teaching profession that is responsible for driving positive student outcomes. E4E’s strategy to achieve this vision is to bring together a group of diverse, like-minded professionals in the field of education - current and former teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators, and provide a forum to learn about, discuss and take action around key issues within the education system. With a common goal of putting the needs of children first, E4E shares research about current practices and policies in order to enhance the quality of the education debate; creates opportunities to network with likeminded colleagues and high level policymakers through panel discussions, speakers and peer discussions; and advocates for meaningful reform of education policies at the district and state level by putting teachers’ voices at the forefront of the conversation. Since its inception, E4E has engaged over 3,000 teachers in New York and seeks to increase the voice of teachers as a driving force in education policy by continuing to grow the E4E network. As an innovative, fast-growing, solutions-oriented non-profit organization, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment and are committed to continuous improvement. For more information, please visit http://www.educators4excellence.org/ The Position Reporting to the Vice President of Outreach, the Outreach Director will play a critical role in the effort to engage teachers in the education policy conversation. E4E Outreach Directors strive to provide the best possible forum for teachers to share their voices, beginning with listening to and engaging teachers in conversation, hearing their policy concerns and recommendations, and helping to facilitate a growing network of likeminded teachers across the district and state. The Director will be a member of the outreach team, responsible for involving a large and diverse body of teachers with E4E’s efforts, and also for engaging current members in E4E activities. To achieve these goals, Outreach Directors will meet with potential and current members one-on-one as well as with groups of teachers by visiting schools, attending teacher events, and representing E4E at educational conferences. Directors maintain
333 W. 39th Street Suite 703 New York, NY 10018 www.educators4excellence.org
open lines of communication with teachers to engage both new and current members. They will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and attending one weekly networking event for teachers across the district. Outreach Directors should also be prepared to bring new ideas to the table, be able to troubleshoot, and be creative in order to engage a broader population of educators to become E4E members and share their voices. Qualifications • Passion for students, improving education, and closing the achievement gap • Deep commitment to the values of E4E and an understanding of education policy and the education reform movement, both locally and nationally • Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of professional experience, either in education, education policy, or community/campaign organizing • Empathy, understanding, and respect for and of the teaching profession; previous experience in a classroom strongly preferred • Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience in preparing and delivering public presentations • Proven team player with appropriate interpersonal skills in a variety of settings • A self-starter with exceptional organization and time management skills; ability to design a work plan, prioritize and meet goals; entrepreneurial • Proven leadership skills • Grace under pressure and a good sense of humor • Must be willing to travel throughout the five boroughs and have the ability to work non-traditional hours, including weekday evenings and weekends Benefits and Salary Salary for this position is competitive. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included. Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity Educators 4 Excellence seeks individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing diversity within our organization. Application Requirements and Process To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter (demonstrating your understanding of our organization and the position and highlights of relevant experience and accomplishments), and a persuasive writing sample to Rhick Bose at
[email protected] Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.