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School Administrator for SES Program (Part time position) Company:Global Partnership Schools (GPS)Service:Supplemental Educational Services (SES)Location:Syracuse, NYSupervises:Lead Coach, Administrative Assistant, and several TeachersSchedule:Flexible, based on needs of districts and schoolsDuration:30 weeks / year, starting immediately ChallengeGlobal Partnership Schools (GPS) is introducing SES programs at multiple sites in New York. SES programs are designed to provide additional instruction after school to increase the academic achievement of low income students attending Title I schools as identified as "in need of improvement" by the US Department of Education. We need a high-powered educational "insider" to start up and maintain these programs. Duties include providing hiring and training teachers, recruiting students, starting and overseeing operations, building strong relationships with school members and community, supervision, and compliance. Within our organization and this program, this is a critically important position. The success of multiple site SES programs depends upon the effectiveness of the Program Director. We are looking for a well-connected, articulate, and diplomatic leader who enjoys challenge and responsibility. BackgroundManuel J. Rivera and Rudy Crew, recent National Superintendent of the Year winners with proven records, are the leaders of GPS. They will lead the transformation of public education and introduce new systems for the management of school change throughout the United States. Global Partnership Schools is an education company that will specialize in services to urban students who are at risk of failure. We will use a customized, student-centered approach, research-based best practices, national and international benchmarking, technology-enhanced learning, and an emphasis on outcomes and accountability. Our goal is to develop a network of partnerships with public schools across the United States. During the upcoming school year, GPS will offer SES Programs in possibly 7 states. The company will employ specially trained teachers who commit to engage parents as partners and customize instruction based on individual student needs. Global Partnership Schools will set a new standard of accountability for services to schools. We are backed by the resources of the world's largest network of international schools. Rewards- Challenging position of regional leadership- Dynamic and innovative educational organization- Responsibility for a significant portion of children's education- Competitive salary Criteria for Response:- Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred)- School Administrator Certification preferred- Knowledge of the Hartford Public Schools systems - 3 years experience as an administrator / after-school coordinator- Teaching certification, preferably dual-certified- Certification areas: ESOL Special Ed, Reading, or Elementary - Experience conducting effective Professional Development - Bilingual preferred- Experience working with diverse populations- Evidence of successfully raising student achievement- Ability to work with admin, staff, parents, students, and others- Excellent written and oral communication skills- Timely, reliable and accurate record-keeping abilities- Strategic thinker and problem solver- Strong project management capability- Excellent perf. appraisals / references from past employers- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet - Must pass finger-printing and background check Send resumes to: http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E55E65361D43717B7E51122B775C1A2604Alternatively, resumes can be emailed to Mike MoroneGlobal Partnership Schools300 State Street, Suite 305Rochester, NY 14614585 355-4305, 208