Immediately Need Males Of Color Life Coach - Multilingual (Supporting ESL students) in Dayton, OH

Job title: Males Of Color Life Coach - Multilingual (Supporting ESL students)

Company: Montgomery County Educational Service Center

Job description: Position: Males Of Color Life Coach - Multilingual (Supporting ESL students)



Reports to: Coordinator, Office for Males of Color



Salary Schedule / Grade: Refer to Males of Color Salary Schedule



F.L.S.A Status: Non-Exempt



SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing proactive outreach programs, both on- and off-campus; attracting a diverse group of males; and targeting at risk students (not exclusively) attending Dayton Public Schools.

• Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written; demonstrate solid decision-making and problem-solving skills; as well as, be able to work independently or in a team environment with minimal supervision.


• Must also possess extensive knowledge about African American history, Issues impacting to Males of Color, Educating males of color, Hip Hop Pedagogy, Science, Math, and Literature.


• Develops documents and presentations specifically geared toward Males of Color outreach efforts (presentations, staff workshops, parent workshops/receptions and markets the availability of these presentations throughout their building?s local urban centers.


• Provides classroom instruction to assist students with optimal performance, transitioning to college including, adjustment and academic success.


• Creates and documents a comprehensive list of outreach activities.


• Actively promotes the Office for Males of Color highlighting and promoting programming, activities and progress on Facebook and other social media sites designated by supervision.


• Must be able to facilitate presentations and discussions effectively with diverse groups of people including students, parents, faculty, staff, administrators and DPS Leadership.


• Works collaboratively with the Office of marketing/communication on message development for outreach, including print publications, emails, social media, and various website(s).


• Facilitators should display the behaviors we want to see in our young men and be able to effectively navigate situations requiring duality.


• Facilitators must exude an attitude of professionalism and scholarly behaviors.

• Facilitators should be supportive of student?s extra-curricular activities.

• Creates and/or enhances effective systems for managing and maintaining the program.


• Facilitate team/group Interactions and activities, lead group discussions, positive mental attitude and promote excitement about ?Males of Color? events.


• Facilitator?s should provide unsurpassed student service and make interactions with students and parents as positive as possible.


• Demonstrates mature, courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and DPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes harmonious and effective workplace environment.


• Plan monthly events for students and staff.


• Enthusiastically promotes the MOC?s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.

• Maintains absolute discretion and confidentiality of work-related issues, records and DPS information.


• Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as needed basis.


• At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position.

• Support and maintain the District?s core principles in the areas of professionalism, curriculum, instruction, culture, and customer service. Demonstrate courage, compassion, patience, and a passion for teaching in daily activities.


• Meet the challenges of delivering education in an urban school setting. Use instructional methods to help struggling learners reach grade level.


• Navigate competing instructional initiatives and find ways to apply them to the classroom effectively.


• Build confidence in student, parents, and guardians that academic achievement is attainable through high expectations and sustained effort.


• Collaborate and engage effectively with teachers and administrators to implement instructional strategies that promote student success in content areas.


• Build positive rapport and trust with families and community partners to facilitate their engagement in education efforts.


• Participate in district-organized professional development activities and seek out opportunities for self-development to improve instruction design and delivery skills.

• Maintain complete, accurate student records as required by state law, district policies, and administrative regulations.


• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, resolve behavioral issues, and address academic progress.


• Attend staff meetings and professional development activities.


• Serve on various committees.


• Plan assignments for classroom volunteers and supervise their activities.


• Maintain the confidentiality of student records.


• Abide by state and national standards while administering assessments.


• Perform other duties as assigned

• Dependability = reliable attendance, consistently address and resolve issues


• Integrity = honesty, refraining from talking behind others? backs, ethical decision-making


• Collaboration = tactful and courteous with students, parents, public; work harmoniously with others


• Compassion = showing concern, being friendly and approachable


• Excellence = professional grooming and attire; commitment to delivering quality instruction

• Coping with Stress = think critically and solve problems in difficult situations; capable of handling interruptions effectively


• Interpersonal Skills = successfully interact and engage with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and others; enjoy working with children


• Presentation Skills = creatively share information verbally and in writing to build interest and engage student learners; organize and present information in meaningful, easy-to-understand ways


• Adaptability and Flexibility = willingness to change methods and approaches as appropriate

• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S.


• Current and valid State of Ohio teaching licensure appropriate for the specific teaching position


• Must pass Federal and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation background check in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code Section 3301-83-06

• Bachelor?s or Master?s Degree or Equivalent Experience


• Experience working with diverse groups urban youth


• Effectively working with a diverse and multicultural student? body


• Working knowledge of multicultural programs and systems


• Awareness of the issues related to students of color and college or career readiness

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs


• Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 40 lbs.

• Work is performed in a classroom setting


• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue


• Work may be subject to frequent interruptions


• Potential exposure to disruptive parents and students


• Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines


• Periodic travel for meetings, professional development activities, and work assignments

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