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DIRECTORS/MANAGERS/
COORDINATORS
MULTIPLE
Executive Director
Sturgis Charter Public School
Hyannis, MA,
Sturgis Charter Public School, a high performing
"International Baccalaureate for All" charter high school
with two 400 student grade 9-12 campuses in Hyannis, MA,
is conducting a worldwide search for an Executive Director
to assume duties on July 1, 2016. During the past several
years, Sturgis has been ranked in the top 100 high schools
in the U.S. by the Washington Post, Newsweek, and U.S.
News & World Report. The school employs 17 current and
former IB examiners, 4 IB workshop leaders, and 2 IB site
visitors/consultants, and hosts about 20-25 school visits per
year.
The school seeks a visionary leader with highly successful
experience with the International Baccalaureate Diploma
Programme and in U.S. charter or district public schools.
The salary and benefits will be highly competitive
regionally.
Further information about the school and the
comprehensive announcement for the Executive Director
position can be accessed at:
www.sturgischarterschool.org/about/employment/EDSearch
Ph. 508-778-1782
Application Deadline: November 30, 2014
CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDANT, OPERATIONS
California's fourth-largest school district with an enrollment of more
than 73,000 students is making huge strides in preparing careerready
graduates. Guided by the Board of Education's Core Beliefs
that all students can and must learn at grade level and beyond, the
district is gaining momentum to increase student achievement.
We are committed to creating a culture where:
 Diversity is Valued
 Accelerating Learning for Each Student is Key
 Collaborating with Civic Leaders Positively Impacts the Community
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
 Demonstrates passion for quality education opportunities that are
fair and equitable and understands the diversity and strength of
cultural differences.
 Demonstrates leadership style based on honesty and
accountability, possesses integrity, trustworthiness, positive team
builder with ability to delegate and create a climate for positive
risk-taking.
 Possesses a high level determination and perseverance to act as an
agent of change in improving student achievement.
Apply Now for Current
Openings!
www.fresnounified.org/dept/hr
(559) 457-3500
Fresno Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including Title VII (race, color,
religion, sex, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504/ADA (disability), and ADEA (age). Visit fresnounified.org for policy and coordinator information.
1. What is the most commonly asked question
during an interview?
What is your classroom management style?
As a recruiter, our principals are interested in
how you plan to manage your classroom and if
it fits into their schools' existing model/s, and
also if you have additional techniques you have
learned through student teaching.
2. So, Tell Me About Yourself.
This question is to learn directly about you as a
teacher. Think of this question as "So Tell Me
About Yourself as it relates to teaching." This
helps narrow down the information you provide
and tailor it specifically to the experiences
and skills that you have gained that is relevant
to teaching.
FUSD offers competitive salary
and benefits packages.
3. What stands out on a résumé?
Information that shows how a student has
Please visit our website to view
Director of Elementary
Special Services
for 2015-2016 school year
Director of Elementary
Special Services
for 2015-2016 school year
Yeshivat Noam is a progressive and dynamic private
Day School in Bergen County, NJ.
Low student/teacher ratio focused on meeting
students' academic, social and emotional needs.
Collaborative work environment.
* Masters in Special Education
* 2 years administrative experience
* Demonstrates strength in Special Ed.
strategies, curriculum and instructions
* Experience working with Department of
Education Services
* Demonstrates leadership qualities
* Demonstrates excellent communication
skills both in person and in writing
Compensation commensurate with an upper level
administration position with experience
Please send resumes and cover letter to
hiring@yeshivatnoam.org
Subject line: Director of Elementary Special Services
Interviews will begin the week of December 6, 2014
D R A F T October 24, 2014
For EdWeek Posting
OTHER
Evaluation Specialist II
Hawaii State Department of Education
The Evaluation Specialist is responsible for
developing, implementing, and improving a
statewide school accountability system and
other evaluation projects within the
Accountability Section. Duties include
compiling, analyzing, and interpreting data,
and conducting exploratory research and
writing technical reports. An ideal candidate
will have knowledge of assessment and
school accountability systems, expertise in
measurement and statistics, and proficiency in
data analysis and databases. Additional
desirable traits include knowledge of student
growth models, and excellent training and oral
presentation skills.
Application Deadline: November 20, 2014
Applicants can apply on line at:
www.hawaiipublicschools.org
gained additional experience outside of the
required student teaching. We like to see that
students really have an interest in working with
kids and we can see this by additional experience,
whether it's tutoring, summer camps,
after-school programs, volunteering or being a
nanny for families in your community. Also, be
very descriptive when explaining your duties
for jobs listed; try to avoid "short" statements
such as "Taught English."
job descriptions and future
management and certificated
openings.
Instead, "Taught
English curriculum for K-6 by developing creative
lesson plans utilizing district guidelines
and unique materials."
4. Do I really need a cover letter?
Yes, a cover letter gives you an opportunity to
expand on qualifications that you have as it relates
to teaching that otherwise you were unable
to list or explain in detail on your résumé.
Utilize the cover letter to discuss your passion
for teaching.
5. What are your professional strengths and
weaknesses?
Please avoid saying communication!!! This particular
question can be negative and can cause
you to become extremely negative about your
weaknesses. Rephrase your response to this
question by saying "Areas that I need to improve............"
This gives you an opportunity
to discuss areas that may be professional development
or technology improvements that
would advance you professionally in the future,
but will not affect your ability to be a valuable
asset to the school district currently.
Remember to utilize your resources on campus
and in the community to learn directly
from professionals in the field!!!
NETWORK!!!!!
WANT
MORE
JOBS?
SEARCH ONLINE AT
www.topschooljobs.org
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