NJSACC Afterschool FLASH

Performance Learning Centers  Job Description
Executive Director
Overview

Performance Learning Centers® (PLCs) are Communities In Schools’ network of small, nontraditional high schools. First implemented by CIS of Georgia in the 2002–2003 school year, they are direct descendents of the “street academies” that formed the nucleus of Communities In Schools in the early 1970s.  Today, there are more than 30 operational PLCs in the CIS network.  There are currently two PLCs in New Jersey, both located in Newark.

PLCs are academically rigorous and college preparatory high schools, targeting young people who have not succeeded in a traditional learning environment.  Through a self-paced curriculum, students are able to make up credits they have lost through absenteeism, academic struggles or disengagement from school.

Performance Learning Centers are based on a framework of six central pillars:
•    A Professional Training Environment
•    A Self-Managed Performance Track
•    A Positive School Climate
•    A High-Tech/Hands-On Curriculum
•    Post-Graduation Preparation
•    Community Engagement

Building on these pillars, PLCs contain a number of elements that make them a unique learning environment and contribute to their success.  PLCs average only 75–150 students per site.  A low student/teacher ratio of 15:1 provides students with one-on-one attention from staff.  Students are empowered by developing and managing their own performance track through a high-tech/hands-on curriculum that meets state education requirements.  Students can enter a post-secondary education track through dual enrollment at a college or technical school.  Services coordinators assist students with non-academic issues that may affect their school performance.  PLCs are more like professional training environments than classrooms. Students build critical thinking and teamwork strategies through project-based learning.

Basic Function

The Executive Director of the Performance Learning Center replicates Performance Learning Centers; supervises all operational aspects of the PLC, and actively maintains internal and external relationships of PLC sites.

Responsibilities

Field Operations
•    Supervise Operations

Curriculum Development
▪    Provide an innovative computer based curriculum.
▪    Develop and select appropriate materials for off-line instruction.
▪    Assist in the selection of books and other instructional materials.
▪    Maintain contact with Curriculum Provider’s Education Consultant.
▪    Maintain a working knowledge of changes in State Curriculum Standards.
▪    Preview curricula for implementation.

Staff Development/Training
▪    Manage the planning, provide and coordinate staff development opportunities.
▪    Facilitate training on computer based curriculum updates.
▪    Manage logistics for training.
▪    Provide for his/her own professional growth by attending all necessary workshops, conferences, etc. to maintain working knowledge of changes in Curriculum and Services.
▪    Monitor appropriate and effective use of materials provided during training.
▪    Monitor and assess PLC Field Operations, Development, Expansion and Student Transitions.
▪    Manage the development of the yearly training calendar.
▪    Provide experts to conduct specific training opportunities.
▪    Create partnerships with institutions of higher learning for training opportunities

Replication of Performance Learning Centers
▪    Conduct replication of Performance Learning Centers
▪    Conduct presentations for PLC staff, parents and students.
▪    Conduct presentations to communities of interest.
▪    Work with local communities to find additional funding sources for PLCs.
▪    Establish criteria for PLC to reach above standard status.
▪    Comply with PLC manual for successful replication.

Development:
▪    Supervise Development
▪    Manage the replication, coordination and completion of new Performance Learning Centers .
▪    Direct contact to the school district
▪    Conduct implementation meetings with school districts
▪    Manage the submission of district Seat Time Waiver
▪    Manage facilities physical renovations
▪    Manage the evaluation of site plan

Charting for Success

▪    Manage the process that would align all PLC graduates with an operative life plan that leads to success after graduation from high school
▪    Manage the tracking of PLC graduates progress, identify resources to assist graduates as they pursue goals and dreams
▪    Manage the Alumni Progress

Skills

▪    Demonstrated leadership skills in training, operations, program development and public relations.
▪    The ability to multi-task with a great deal of organization and leadership.
▪    Effective communication skills are key – written and oral.
▪    Management of multiple projects
▪    Delegating/Follow-up
▪    Planning and Organizing
▪    Establishing Collaborative Working Relationships
▪    Ability to exchange feedback on PLC components, sites, and issues
▪    Ability to identify and/or solve problems, assess needs, and achieve a successful results
▪    Creativity
▪    Knowledge of emerging technology

Education/ Experience

•    Masters degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
•    A minimum of five years of experience in education, operations, training or a related field.
•    Familiarity with non-profit organizations, volunteer and community relations.
•    Familiarity with evaluation procedures used in education field.
•    Knowledge in technology and system operations.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with special ability to build team spirit among individuals located in multiple and diverse geographic areas.
Hours are Monday –Friday on a rotating schedule to accommodate the morning and evening PLC. Salary is commensurate with experience in the field.

Contact: G. Merez at gmerez@cisnj.org
( No phone calls, please)

1.Position: Group Leader
Hourly Rate: between $10.00 and $15.00

Association: Greater Trenton Area YMCA
Schedule: M to F, 2/3pm to 6pm

Location: Jefferson Elementary School, Trenton, NJ 08618

Supervisor: After school Site Coordinator

Contact: gcopperwheat@greatertrentonareaymca.org

The YMCA Afterschool is seeking energetic, outgoing people to work in our programs located in various elementary schools in the Trenton area. Candidates must enjoy working with children ages 5-12 and be able to work in multiple settings such as classrooms, school cafeterias, and gyms.

General Function:

Under the direction of the Site Coordinator, the Group Leader will be responsible to plan, develop, and implement daily recreational and educational program activities. The Group Leader will maintain program quality in accordance with NJAfter3 guidelines and YMCA program policies. Work with other staff toward providing a program that fosters a child’s social, physical, and mental growth. The Group Leader will ensure the safefy, well being and  and work directly with the children in the daily activities.

Requirements:

□        Degree in Education (either Associates or Bachelors Degree).

□        Bilingual, (English and Spanish or English and Creole) a plus.

□        Must be able to assist children with homework in the English language.

□        Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

□        Must enjoy interacting and communicating with children and parents.

□        Must attend required training.

□        Employment is contingent upon passing Drug Testing and Background checks.

2.Position: Assistant Group Leader
Hourly Rate: between $9.00 and $11.00

Association: Greater Trenton Area YMCA
Schedule: M to F, 2/3pm to 6pm

Location: Jefferson Elementary School, Trenton, NJ 08618

Supervisor: After school Site Coordinator

Contact: gcopperwheat@greatertrentonareaymca.org

The YMCA Afterschool is seeking energetic, outgoing people to work in our programs located in various elementary schools in the Trenton area. Candidates must enjoy working with children ages 5-12 and be able to work in multiple settings such as classrooms, school cafeterias, and gyms.

General Function:

The Assistant Group Leader will be responsible to assist in planning developing and implementing daily recreational and educational program activities. The Assistant Group Leader will work with other staff toward providing a program that fosters a child’s social, physical, and mental growth. The Assistant Group Leader will engage and work directly with the children in the daily activities.

Requirements:

□        Must be at least 18 years old.

□        Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

□        A minimum of one year of college or related training in child development, education, recreation or a related field is desired.

□        Any equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

□        Bilingual, (English and Spanish or English and Creole) a plus.

□        Must be able to assist children with homework in the English language.

□        Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

□        Must enjoy interacting and communicating with children and parents.

□        Must attend required training.

□        Employment is contingent upon passing Drug Testing and Background checks.

Gabrielle Copperwheat
Director, Administration & IT

Greater Trenton Area YMCA
431, Pennington Ave., Trenton, NJ 08618

tel. 609.599.9622
fax.609.599.4163
gcopperwheat@greatertrentonareaymca.org

Certified Teacher for afterschool program

Global Partnership Schools is now hiring certified teachers to tutor small groups of elementary students in after-school programs in Newark, NJ. Tutoring will be provided in reading and math intervention for at risk students in Title I schools. Tutoring is conducted after normal school hours, 3-5 hours per week.

Certification is required and bilingual skills are preferred. Experience working with English Language Learners required. Candidates must pass finger printing and background check.

Please send resumes to Mike Morone at mmorone@worldleadersjobs.com or call (585) 355-4305, ext. 208.