Bilingual adult Programs Facilitator

(part-time, temporary)

The Bilingual Adult Programs facilitator is responsible for the facilitation of professional development workshops for groups of English-speaking and Spanish-speaking adults (which may include classroom teachers, child care providers, and parents) both at the museum and at offsite locations. The Bilingual Adult Programs Facilitator is responsible for providing the highest-quality professional development experience for adult audiences.

Responsibilities

· Learn and understand professional development and workshop curriculum and goals.

· Communicate program goals and related curriculum to groups of educators and other adult learners, make connections to daily practice, adapt programs to participants’ needs, interests and experience.

· Link workshop content to Illinois Learning Standards and to CCM’s mission.

· Prepare the workshop room and materials for the group’s arrival, whether onsite or offsite.

· Arrive early to workshops both within and outside of CCM to prepare and set up materials, and facilitate workshop(s) in classrooms or other spaces.

· Manage time during workshops to ensure that all goals are met and all intended activities are completed.

· Lead and encourage discussion among participants relevant to workshop content.

· Clean-up after workshops, re-pack materials, and return materials to CCM (if offsite).

· Attend all necessary training sessions and meetings.

· Assist with translation of workshop materials to Spanish.

· Administer program evaluation as determined by CCM.

Qualifications:

· Completion of a Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Coursework in education, child development, developmental psychology, etc. highly desirable.

· Broad subject knowledge and comfort teaching diverse content areas, including art, science, math, literacy, as well as practice-based techniques such as playful approaches to learning, and documentation.

· Minimum two years experience working with children in formal and/or informal learning environments. At least one year of experience leading or facilitating groups of adults. Classroom experience highly desirable.

· Understanding of the needs and challenges of classroom teachers.

· Ability to effectively apply curriculum to daily practice as well as incorporate CCM’s philosophy into workshop delivery.

· Ease and experience in working with children and adults from a diversity of cultural, ethnic, geographic, etc., backgrounds; ability to relate curriculum to children and adults with diverse backgrounds.

· Outgoing personality, energetic, enthusiastic, able to have fun and make others comfortable while effectively delivering challenging hands-on workshops.

· Access to licensed, insured vehicle required.

· Bilingual English/Spanish required. A portion of the interview may be conducted in Spanish.

Physical Requirements of the Position:

· Must be able to lift program supplies, up to 50 lbs.

Hours:

Temporary position. Facilitation hours vary.

Other responsibilities may include preparation of program materials, assistance with curriculum development, afternoon meetings or trainings, and evening or weekend sessions.

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Early Math Program Coordinator at CCM

Early Math Program Coordinator (Contract, Temporary)

Chicago Children’s Museum (CCM) will partner with Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Chicago International Charter Schools to implement Playing with Numbers, a comprehensive professional development program for educators of children in kindergarten and first grade, designed to address the need for quality math education. Over the course of the six-month project, this early math program will serve 20 classrooms, 20 educators and up to 700 students.

General Job Function

The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and facilitating professional development programs for participating kindergarten and first grade educators, providing in-classroom support, and creating informal learning activities for kindergarten and first grade students and model lessons for educators. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for building strong, meaningful relationships between program and school partners (administrators, educators, etc.), Chicago International Charter Schools (CICS) and CCM. The Program Coordinator will ensure that educators actively participate in the program, successfully integrate CCM’s resource with existing curricula, and effectively apply age-appropriate and engaging math pedagogy.

Principal Responsibilities

· Fully responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of Playing with Numbers professional development program partnership to support educators and students of CICS teaching teams: ·

· Acts as a content expert on elementary mathematics and is intimately familiar with National Core Standards and Illinois Teaching and Learning Standards·

· Develops and implements a CCM professional development program that strengthens kindergarten and first grade teachers’ ability to deepen their understanding of math concepts and supports age-appropriate math learning and activities in their classrooms·

· Creates model lessons that augment CCM-aligned, CICS-adopted curricula through focused field trip activities and integrated resources and materials·

· Supports participating teachers through classroom observation, team collaboration, and in-classroom support·

· Oversees, facilitates, and manages program evaluation activities and information·

· Reviews and provides feedback on related CCM curriculum for professional development and student programs·

· Contributes to CCM’s overall Student and Educator Programming (SEP) efforts by developing, implementing and evaluating partnership program and workshops·

· Participates in SEP project and department meetings and maintains clear, consistent communication with partners and staff·

· Maintains program records and budgets for reporting purposes

Position Qualifications·

· Proven success in developing and facilitating educator professional development· Experience in project and program management·

· Experience working in urban school settings with diverse populations·

· Experience in differentiating instruction in a classroom or informal setting;·

· Experience in integrating math education in early elementary curricula·

· Strong ability to apply creativity and flexibility in learning situations; demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making and judgment·

· Ability to take initiative, work independently, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities and projects

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external colleagues· Outstanding and fluent writing skills·

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications·

· Ability and willingness to work some nights and weekends required·

· Full compliance with mandatory background check·

· Complete access to a fully insured, licensed vehicle.

· Bilingual preferred

Minimum education requirement:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics Education, elementary, early childhood, or related field required; Mathematics endorsement or Master’s Degree preferred.·

· 3-5 years of experience leading or facilitating groups of adults required; at least 2 years of experience working with children in formal and/or informal learning environments; informal learning experience preferred

· Teaching certification in early elementary grades required

Physical Requirements of the Position:

· Must be able to lift program supplies, up to 50 lbs.

Hours: This is a part-time, grant-funded position. This is a temporary position lasting 10-months with possibility for renewal.

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Chicago Consortium- 5 Essesntial School Reports

A new website launched this morning that gives detailed information about teachers’ and students’ attitudes toward their school.

The five key areas are:

Instructional Leadership: Whether the principal has clear expectations for staff, understands how children learn, and helps plan instruction; whether the school uses a consistent curriculum across grade levels; whether teachers feel like they have influence on hiring, planning school spending and curriculum, and setting rules for students

Professional Capacity: Whether teachers feel responsible for helping each other and for helping students learn; whether teachers look forward to coming to work, and would recommend the school to parents.

Family and Community Ties: Whether parents are greeted warmly and invited to sit in on classes; whether teachers feel they trust people in the neighborhood, that neighbors know their students, and that it is safe for children to play outside.

Learning Climate: Whether students feel like their teachers pay attention to them and are willing to give them extra help; have high expectations; and trust their teachers.

Ambitious Instruction: Whether teachers have quality discussions with their students; whether students participate in key English, math and writing activities; and whether students say they understand their teachers’ expectations.

Program Improvement Professional Development Calendar

The Program Improvement Training Calendar for August-December 2011 is now available. In addition to training dates, the calendar contains registration links, training descriptions, and information on 'who should attend' each type of session.

Please note that the work of The Chicago Out-of-School Time Project is being continued by the Chicago Allies for Youth Success. For more information about the Chicago Allies, visit chicagoallies.org.

Saturday University

The Black Star Project would like to invite youth to partake in their Saturday University program. This is a great opportunity for youth to receive the extra support they need (and deserve) to become successful adults. Saturday University locations are throughout the city and serve a variety of age groups. Classes are FREE!

Click here for a description

Click here for more information and sites

Click here for the flyer

Funding: Tobacco Prevention and Control

The Chicago Department of Public Health is issuing a Request for Proposal to potential community-based organizations to create and sustain REALITY Illinois Chapters. A total of $30,000 is available with a plan to fund 6 agencies at $5,000 each for the support of community events in Chicago that provide tobacco control education, prevention and/or cessation to populations and communities at increased risk for tobacco-related disease and death. These populations include, but are not limited to: youth (ages 13-18), including LGBT, African American, Polish, Asian and Latino adolescents.

Only nonprofit community-based organizations within the City of Chicago with at least one year experience in providing outreach and community event services may apply for these funds. For more information, please feel free to contact Donna Scrutchins at 312-747-2138.

Proposal

Budget forms

Dells Scholars Program

The Dell Scholars Program places greater emphasis on your determination to succeed than your academic record and test scores. We believe that strong college preparation work empowers you to achieve your dreams. Studies show that students who participate in college readiness programs in high school are better able to overcome disadvantages and have an increased rate of completing college successfully. Dell Scholars are students who demonstrate their desire and ability to overcome barriers and to achieve their goals. Your application will be evaluated on your: Individual determination to succeed; Future goals and plans to achieve them; Ability to communicate the hardships you have overcome or currently face; Self motivation in completing challenging coursework; and Demonstrated need for financial assistance.

Deadline: January 11, 2012Award Amount:

Varies Website/Contact Info: www.dellscholars.org/programoverview.aspx

Gates Millenium Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

· High school senior

· African American, American Indian Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American

· US citizen, legal permanent resident or US national Entering an accredited US college or university fall ‘09

· Cumulative GPA of 3.3/4.0 scale (unweighted)

· Federal Pell Grant eligible

· All required forms completed (3) and submitted

Deadline: January 11, 2012

Website/Contact Info: http://www.gmsp.org

AXA Achievement Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

· US citizen or legal resident

· HS senior; planning to enroll full time in an accredited 2 or 4 year college in the fall

· Demonstrate ambition & self-drive

· Recommended by an unrelated adult

Deadline: December 15, 2011

Website/Contact Info: www.axa-achievement.com

Ronald McDonald Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

· High school senior

· Eligible to attend a 2-4 year college or university

· Reside in a participating local Chapter’s geographic area

Deadline: January 27, 2012

Website/Contact Info: http://www.rmhccni.org

the Ron Brown Scholar

Program Eligibility Requirements:

· African American high school senior

· Excel academically

· Exceptional leadership potential

· Community service activities

· Financial need Award:

$10,000 annually for 4 years

Deadlines:

November 1, 2011 - application will be considered for Ron Brown Scholarship and forwarded to a select number of additional scholarships

January 9, 2012 - considered for Ron Brown Scholar Program only

Website/Contact Info: www.RonBrown.org

The Coca-Cola Scholarship

Program Eligibility Requirements:

· Current high school senior attending school in the US

· US Citizens, Nationals, Permanent Residents; Temporary Residents (in a legalization program); Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Paroles

· Seniors anticipating completion of high school diploma during the academic year in which application is made

· Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited US postsecondary institution

· Have a minimum 3.0 GPA at the end of junior year in high school

Deadline: October 31, 2011

Website/Contact Info: www.coca-colascholars.org