Job: Site Manager, Talent Management

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Site Manager, Talent Management
Flexible Location (Indianapolis, IN, preferred)
TNTP strives to end the injustice of educational inequality by providing excellent teachers to the students who need them most and by advancing policies and practices that ensure effective teaching in every classroom. A national nonprofit organization founded by teachers, TNTP is driven by the knowledge that effective teachers have a greater impact on student achievement than any other school factor. In response, TNTP develops customized programs and policy interventions that enable education leaders to find, develop and keep great teachers. Since its inception in 1997, TNTP has recruited or trained approximately 43,000 teachers and worked with more than 200 districts in 31 states - benefiting an estimated 7 million students. Meanwhile, TNTP's acclaimed studies of the policies and practices that affect the quality of the teacher workforce -- most recently including The Widget Effect (2009) and Teacher Evaluation 2.0 (2010) -- have influenced federal education policy and inspired reform efforts across the country.
TNTP is active in more than 25 cities, including 10 of the nation's 15 largest. For more information, please visit www.tntp.org .
TNTP is working with the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) to ensure that the principals at up to two Indianapolis Public Schools have the training and resources they need to provide their teachers with meaningful evaluations. We are currently seeking a Site Manager that has the instructional experience and leadership skills needed to train and support these principals.
The Site Manager will be a TNTP employee and will, ideally, work from our office in Indianapolis on a full-time basis. However, it is possible to work from a home office in a flexible location and commute to Indianapolis on a regular basis. We will also consider individuals interested in part-time work. This position is available immediately and is expected to last through June 2012. At that time, this position may be extended based on project needs or the Site Manager will have the opportunity to apply for other opportunities at TNTP.
Role & Responsibilities
This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to have a profound impact on the evaluation and development of teachers in a subset of high-need public schools in Indianapolis. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Developing and conducting trainings for principals, assistant principals, and other school leaders to improve use of evaluation tools and systems
* Coaching principals to accurately assess levels of teacher performance against the district evaluation tool using student performance and observation data
* Accompanying principals, assistant principals, and other school leaders on classroom observations to norm ratings of observed performance
* Tracking and providing logistical support to ensure that school leaders follow observation and evaluation processes
* Supporting principals to effectively deliver feedback and conduct performance conversations with teachers
* Tracking teacher development needs and the delivery of professional development to establish school patterns
* Using data to develop an end of year report on the effectiveness of interventions and the leadership team's progress
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who believe deeply in our organization's mission, have exceptional instructional backgrounds, thrive in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment, and who display a record of achievement.
Successful candidates will also demonstrate:
* At least three years of K-12 teaching experience, preferably in a core subject in grades 6-12, and preferably in high-need schools
* A track record of significantly raising student achievement during that time
* Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teachers and administrators without formal management authority
* Experience observing new and experienced teachers across multiple core-subjects and using observation data to provide feedback, prioritize development , and improve performance
* Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, including experience working with qualitative and quantitative teacher performance data
* Exceptional project management, time management and organizational skills
* Excellent oral communication and writing skills
* Extraordinary attention to detail
* The ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment
* Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills, and the ability to work effectively with others at all levels of an organization and to consistently display a high level of professionalism in all interactions
* Comfort working with computers and strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
* A willingness to work non-standard hours and/or occasional weekends
Compensation
The annual salary for this full time position is $70,000 - $80,000 or commensurate with experience in a similar position with the potential for a performance based bonus (this salary would be pro-rated for candidates working part time). We will also offer a $5,000 signing bonus. Please note that this salary may begin at a higher rate for exceptional candidates with school leadership experience.
TNTP offers a motivated team of dynamic colleagues, a collegial atmosphere that values professional development and valuable feedback, a comprehensive benefits plan effective on the first day of employment - including low cost medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, a 403(b) plan with matching, potential opportunities for performance based bonuses - as well as the chance to impact the direction of a growing, mission-driven company that is committed to the success of our nation's children. For more information on TNTP's competitive benefits package, please visit http://tntp.org/join/our-benefits/

To Apply

We review applications on a rolling basis - so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. We will not consider applications without a cover letter tailored to this position, which can be addressed to the Human Capital department. Please note that an offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a background check. TNTP is committed to fostering and capitalizing on the diversity of our organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply to this position. If you would like to learn more about our mission, please visit our web site at www.tntp.org.