Total 27 Others level Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Home, TN25 4AZ

Job Advertisement: Science Teacher Role in Shenfield
Position: Science Teacher
Location: Shenfield
Salary: £140 - £240 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Are you an enthusiastic Science teacher ready to inspire young minds? A forward-thinking and supportive school and sixth form in Shenfield is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to join their dynamic team.
About the Role:
Deliver engaging and effective Science lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
Foster a love for Science through innovative and interactive teaching methods.
Support students in achieving their academic goals, including preparation for GCSE and A-Level exams.
Work collaboratively with a passionate team of educators to promote academic excellence.
Requirements:
Experience teaching Science at secondary level, with the ability to teach at Key Stage 5 being desirable.
Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
A commitment to nurturing curiosity and critical thinking in students.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo the process).

Job Advertisement: Computer Science Teacher Role in Shenfield
Position: Computer Science Teacher
Location: Shenfield
Salary: £140 - £240 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Are you an enthusiastic Science teacher ready to inspire young minds? A forward-thinking and supportive school and sixth form in Shenfield is seeking a dedicated Computer Science Teacher to join their dynamic team.
About the Role:
Deliver engaging and effective Computer Science lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
Foster a love for Computer Science through innovative and interactive teaching methods.
Support students in achieving their academic goals, including preparation for GCSE and A-Level exams.
Work collaboratively with a passionate team of educators to promote academic excellence.
Requirements:
Experience teaching Computer Science at secondary level, with the ability to teach at Key Stage 5 being desirable.
Strong subject knowledge across ICT
A commitment to nurturing curiosity and critical thinking in students.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo the process).

Now is the perfect time to join us in shaping the future of water! Are you a research engineer or scientist passionate about tackling climate challenges through nationally recognised projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support Net-Zero goals? Are you keen to contribute to Ofwat Innovation Fund projects focusing on wastewater solutions? If your answer is yes, keep reading! This is your chance to become part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation and to make a significant impact in Research, Development, and Innovation (RD&I) at Thames Water.

What you will be doing as a Research Engineer/Scientist

- First and foremost, Research, Development and Innovation.
- Providing an innovative outlook and a natural curiosity for wastewater treatment technologies and solutions.
- Scanning the horizon for new technologies or strategies for solving some of the most significant challenges in the water sector.
- Getting Research, Development, and Innovation projects off the ground while making significant technical contributions to others.
- Designing, planning, implementing, and monitoring activities to ensure smooth operation and high-quality outputs.
- Analysing data (preferably using Python, MATLAB or similar) and logging information to produce robust results, conclusions, and recommendations for business strategy and beyond.
- Writing, structuring and reviewing high-quality technical reports for communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Participating in and presenting project outputs at internal and external meetings.
- Developing excellent working relationships with internal clients, external contractors/suppliers, and research organisations.
- Promote research, development, and innovation to customers and stakeholders to make our projects visible.

This Hybrid role is based at Reading Sewage Treatment Works. However, depending on project requirements, the successful candidate should attend the office and other Thames Water sites.

36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Must have a valid UK driving licence.

What you should bring to the role

- Hold a degree in science or engineering or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- Background in industry experience in a related discipline.
- Have relevant technical knowledge of the industry, such as utilities.
- Good practical skills relevant to the operation and maintenance of pilot plants.
- Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary between £40,000 to £50,000 per annum.
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.
- Contribution to becoming chartered as an engineer or scientist through your chosen institution.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Technical Services is seeking to appoint a Senior Technician with a strong background in the chemical analysis of soils, plants and water to support teaching and research in the School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Sciences. For prospective candidates with experience of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation (e.g., ICP-OES, GC, Elemental Analyser, Continuous Flow Analyser, Ion Chromatography, Cavity Ring Down Spectrophotometry), this post offers an exciting employment opportunity at the University of Reading that currently ranks very highly in the UK for research quality in Earth Systems and Environmental Science.

Joining a small team of technicians, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day running of a suite of wet chemistry and analytical laboratories. Candidates with an aptitude for demonstrating laboratory techniques to staff and students are encouraged to apply.

You will have:

- A science degree, HND, NVQ4 (or equivalent) or basic professional qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Physical Geography, Geochemistry). Candidates with a degree in a related subject (e.g., Biology, Plant Science, Bioscience) may also be considered if they have relevant experience in environmental analytical techniques.
- A broad knowledge across a range of laboratory techniques (ideally quite advanced in some areas), used in Earth Systems & Environmental Science.
- Significant experience of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation.
- Ability to train and demonstrate to staff and students, explain procedures and provide assistance with equipment and techniques where necessary.

Candidates should refer to the Essential Criteria listed in the Person Specification linked to this advert, when preparing their supporting statements. Support working alongside other technical divisions operating across multiple buildings may be required. Training will be provided in specialist techniques and use of equipment, where necessary.

We in Technical Services are committed to the development of our staff and we actively strive to diversify our team. We are a founding signatory of the Technician Commitment and an Employer Champion. We are dedicated to providing all applicants equality of opportunity. You can find out about our inclusive approach on our EDITS page Diversity and Inclusion (reading.ac.uk)

Closing date: 03 November 2024
Interviews will be held: Week commencing 25 November 2024

Contact: Dr Karen Wicks
Contact: Associate Director (Technical Services)
Contact Email address: k.wicks@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Science Teacher - Surrey - £150 to £250 a Day - ASAP start - Temporary

Science Teacher- Surrey
Science Teacher- £150-£250
Science Teacher- Secondary school
Science Teacher- ASAP Start

Are you an experienced Science Teacher?

Are you a qualified Science Teacher?

Are you a knowledgeable Science Teacher?

If you answered yes to the above, then apply for this Science Teacher role now!

Science Teacher- The Role

I am working with a secondary school based in Surrey that are looking to appoint a Science Teacher on a long term basis starting in ASAP. The school have described their ideal candidate as someone that has strong subject knowledge and confident in all aspects of the subject. They are looking for someone that has the ability to plan and deliver high quality lessons. This position will be starting in ASAP and will be a full time position.

Science Teacher- The School

The school is a secondary school, based in Surrey which caters to approximately 1,400 students ranging between 11 to 18. The school is situated close to Walton-On-Thames train station which operates on the Southwestern Railway. In addition to the train, there are multiple bus routes close to the school, and onsite parking for staff.

Apply for this Science Teacher role or contact Sam at TLTP for more information!

We offer a £250 referral bonus for every person you recommend whom we go on to work with. If you know anyone looking for a Science Teacher role, please send us their details.

Here's a unique opportunity! We seek a Research Scientist or engineer to lend expertise to the Ofwat Innovation Funded projects on No-Dig Leak Repair and Pipebots for rising mains. This role calls for a versatile engineer or scientist ready to delve into water and waste network innovation, foster cross-company collaboration, and enhance utility communications. You will be involved with robotics building and testing as part of a multi-skilled approach to innovative engineering.

What you’ll be doing as a Research Scientist/Engineer

- As a Research Scientist/Engineer, you'll lead research projects and activities and make significant technical contributions to others. Your role will involve designing, organizing, implementing, and monitoring research activities to ensure smooth operation and completion.
- Evaluating data and information to produce sound results, conclusions, and recommendations for business strategy. Produce and peer review high-quality technical output documents. relating to the research for Research & Development's internal use, business managers, and external communication.
- Develop working relationships with internal clients, external contractors, and research organisations by participating in and presenting research outputs in internal and external meetings with customers and stakeholders to build awareness of Research and development activities and outputs.

This role will be at Reading Sewage Treatment Works or Kempton, West London Water Treat Works, Hybrid. You will be required to attend the office and sites as the role and business require.

36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Must be a driver.

What you should bring to the role

- Graduate in science, engineering or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- Have relevant technical knowledge of the industry, such as utilities.
- Good practical skills relevant to the operation and maintenance of pilot plants.
- Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary between £40,000 to £55,000 per annum.
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Research Photographer - Dusseldorf (M/W/D)

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COSTAR GROUP – RESEARCH PHOTOGRAPHER (M/W/D) - DUSSELDORF

OVERVIEW

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitise the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.

Learn more about CoStar.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are looking for Research Photographers who will support us as we build out an in-depth understanding of the Commercial Real Estate of Dusseldorf and surrounding areas. This role is responsible for ensuring that the CoStar products are representing the most current and accurate information and photographs on Commercial properties and listings through on-site inspections within the assigned geography. Equipped with state-of-the-art equipment (Canon R6 and 17-35mm lens or similar, drone where applicable, iPad, laptop, Smartphone, Mobile Wi-Fi and traveling via foot/public transport or hybrid research vehicle when necessary) our Research Photographers canvas the market to identify and capture commercial listings, properties, building attributes, tenants and photographs not represented in the CoStar database. Research Photographers are remotely managed by a Photography Manager.

***Please ensure that your application includes either a link to your portfolio of Real Estate/Architectural Photography, or an upload of your Real Estate/Architectural Photography portfolio.***

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive or walk assigned submarkets within core territories to collect the required imagery, information and updates – including: identifying new availabilities, missing Inventory, updating construction status, adding up to date high resolution images where required.

• Cross-reference new leads with current information on CoStar database by researching sales and lease comparable data. Once satisfied that the information is new, collect building data and contact information on property and send to in-house Research team

• Photograph and collect building attribute data and contact information on all commercial properties with for lease and for sale signs working in entire assigned territory

• While in front of the targeted property, collect all visible data fields about the property including, but not limited to, the address, building type, # of stories, gross building area, building height, industrial loading information, retail specific details

• Use Adobe software suite to post process digital images

• Create footprint and rooftop geocode for each building using polygon tool in field mapping software

• Associate any assigned tenant locations to polygon, and photograph tenant space

• Follow daily Field Research procedures including:

• Quality communication to your Photography Manager to ensure assignments are efficiently carried and completed within a predefined time frame.

• Accurately logging working time and providing production updates.

• Upload data and images collected on the day the properties are canvassed

• Photograph and collect data on multiple properties per day predefined by your manager

• Visually scan commercial properties in assigned submarket while driving or walking, resulting the target number of potential listings (leasing and/or sale signs) per day when working on lead project

• Professionally communicate with property managers and customers via phone, e-mail, and in person.

• Abide by CoStar safety standards

• Maintain company vehicle and equipment

• Represent CoStar in a professional manner at all times

• Participate in monthly conference calls with sales and research teams

• Represent Research Photography at occasional trade functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Repetitive and frequent standing, seeing, sitting and walking up to 8 hours per day.

• Holding 2kgs in one hand for 5 minutes.

• Repetitive hand and arm movements needed to type and write.

• Exposed to various weather conditions each day.

• Exposed to both vehicle noise and possible car exhaust fumes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A full local driving license (clean record preferred) is essential.

• Reading/writing proficiency in English and German.

• Technical proficiency in digital photography and post processing via the use of the Adobe suite of products; Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro.

• A willingness to travel to work across the country on special field related projects.

• Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications.

• An existing portfolio of property exterior and interiors imagery.

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.

• Flexible, with the ability to positively adopt new processes.

• The ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts such as commercial real estate terminology and mapping software.

• Ability to work on own initiative and follow CoStar protocols remotely without supervision.

• Comfortable with working alone with daily support via phone and email.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having a fantastic pathway to develop professionally within CoStar, other perks include life assurance, and competitive remuneration packages!

At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs.

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

POSITION: Creative Content Manager

LOCATION: DSST: Home Office located in Denver, CO.  You can view the current openings at this link. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not listed as we will be posting new roles throughout the Spring.

SALARY: $62,000 - $69,440 based on aligned years of experience up to 6 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver! 

STATUS: Full time year-round, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position

START: Immediate. You can view the current School Year Calendar here. 

DSST Public Schools is looking for a Creative Content Manager to drive online marketing and communications efforts for the network, with a strong emphasis on building the capacity of our schools to effectively communicate and engage with their stakeholders. They will review digital opportunities, aid the marketing team and schools, oversee the annual social media marketing plan and schedule, create social media posts, and coordinate the update of digital assets for DSST Home Office and Schools. The Coordinator will be responsible for tracking and monitoring current social media trends and constantly looking for new opportunities in digital marketing that can help elevate DSST’s brand and drive more engagement with our communities. This unique opportunity will provide exposure to a diverse set of responsibilities and teams as part of a fast-moving organization focused on ending educational inequity in Denver and Aurora.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Creation

• Create strong branded content on social media and our website using strong writing, design and management of systems.

• Serve as a key member of the DSST Marketing and Communications Team by working collaboratively to build efficient systems and take creative ideas from concept to final product.

• Assist in the creation and oversight of branded assets and communications.

• Contribute to a team approach by accomplishing other duties as assigned (may include development, education, training, etc.).

• Manage social media calendar as well as content and publish, monitor engagement, and report monthly digital platform performance

• Capture photo and video content at schools and events to create additional digital content and branding.

• Stay up-to-date on research, trends, and best practices related to the digital marketing, communications, and nonprofit landscape

• Produce original content including blog posts, photos and videos that tell the DSST story in a captivating and interesting way

Campaign Management

• Support in producing digital communications and marketing pieces, including, emails, website copy, and blogs for print and digital. 

• Support DSST’s digital marketing and communication in alignment with managing our marketing tools including social media, communication apps, ReachWell, and DSST’s website.

• Create promotional materials relating to school and campaign events.

• Lead content brainstorming, creation, and feedback gathering with the following Home Office teams: DEI, Advocacy, Family & Community Engagement, Alumni, and more

• Effectively manage multiple projects in an efficient and systematic way

School Collaboration

• Monitor DSST school communications to stay informed about school events and updates; report relevant information back to the broader team.

• Support DSST schools through a strong partnership with the Community Engagement and Recruitment Manager in storytelling through newsletter, social media, ReachWell, and other communications best practices and resources. 

• Assess and evaluate the efficacy of all DSST events and share findings so as to improve future event advertisement, media, and social media outreach.

Other

• Must maintain satisfactory attendance, to include timeliness and fidelity to deadlines.

• May be accountable for the work of others, and will thereby be responsible for ensuring their understanding, execution and managing their performance.

• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2+ years of digital or interactive marketing experience required

• Experience working in and/or providing marketing services to an organization. Record of working successfully across multiple functions

• Has an understanding of digital advertising and social media (direct, social, search, etc.) and media industry trends, developments, and technologies; then uses this knowledge to present business building strategies

• Strong communication and creative skills across multiple mediums, ranging from written words to video and user-interface design

• Strong working knowledge of and experience with various web/advertising/digital technologies, platforms and usability practices to deliver an exceptional online consumer experience

• Excellent computer/technical skills and familiarity with emerging digital mediums

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite programs, or willingness to learn

• Possesses a spirit of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”. 

Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Complete our Interest Form to connect with a member of our Talent Team.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process here. 

 

TOTAL REWARDS

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out our website and our benefits highlight guide to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition. 

Some Highlights:

• Staff Experience Bonus: DSST celebrates staff that continue to choose our network by rewarding a bonus every 3 years in increasing increments from $3,000-$6,000. 

• Excellent Healthcare Plan: We encourage you to check out our benefits guide to see the ways we are committed to the wellness of our staff. We are always looking to improve how we care and, through staff feedback, we’ve been able to implement innovative new benefits such as Fertility Benefits as well as staffing a Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST Staff. 

• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

• Career Development: In addition to weekly coaching from a designated coach, you’ll have access to internal training and development pathways designed by our Professional Development & Training Team as well as external development opportunities. 

REFERRAL

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them here! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Your Future Evolves Here

Our Primary Care Actuarial Team offers candidates the opportunity to support the evolution of value-based care across all lines of business by collaborating directly with primary care providers. We are advocates for creating patient value and demonstrate this by ensuring that our financial arrangements are actuarially sound and sustainable. We value humility, adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and accountability as we solve complex business problems.

Collaboration Opportunities: 

The Associate Director, Actuarial utilizes and develops analytical tools to solve complex business challenges as well as support decision making that can have a considerable impact on the organization and patient health. This role supports Evolent Primary Care activities as well as broader Actuarial business efforts.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Managing a set of value-based care contracts for quarterly financial forecasting and analysis (including attribution, total cost of care expense, non-ffs expense, benchmarking, and quality)

• Support new business underwriting and contract development as part of Evolent payer economics strategy.

• Manage IBNR recommendation process and seasonality analyses for applicable contracts.

• Lead quarterly compliance testing and accounting recommendations for dedicated VBC contracts.

• Manage external consulting engagements.

• Collaborate with internal business teams such as growth, payer partnerships, operations, policy, and finance.

• Partner with team members on complex and ill-defined business problems

Qualifications - Required and Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a quantitative major (e.g. actuarial science, statistics, mathematics, economics, data science) – Required.

• Successful completion of at least 4 actuarial exams- Required.

• At least 4 years of professional experience in analytics- Required.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, query languages such as Python, R, SQL, or SAS – Required.

• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders to solve problems; ability to translate between business needs and analytical needs – Required.

• Exceptionally strong analytical abilities, with track record of identifying insights from quantitative and qualitative data- Required.

• Previous Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Experience – Preferred.

• Actuarial experience with CMS Initiatives such as MSSP, ACO Reach, Primary Care First- Preferred.

• Actuarial experience within value-based contracting across payers (Medicare Advantage, Commercial, Medicaid)- Preferred.

• Experience in claims-based healthcare analytics to drive decision making-Preferred.

• Experience with Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) Risk Adjustment mechanics, implementation, and impact modeling-Preferred.

• Experience with BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy)-Preferred.

• Associate or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (ASA, FSA) -Preferred.

Technical Requirements:

We require that all employees have the following technical capability at their home: High speed internet over 10 Mbps and, specifically for all call center employees, the ability to plug in directly to the home internet router. These at-home technical requirements are subject to change with any scheduled re-opening of our office locations. 

Evolent is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact recruiting@evolent.com for further assistance.

The expected base salary/wage range for this position is $100,000 up to $118,000. This position is also eligible for a bonus component that would be dependent on pre-defined performance factors. As part of our total compensation package, Evolent is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to qualifying employees. All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts.

Research Photographer - Dortmund (M/W/D)

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COSTAR GROUP - RESEARCH PHOTOGRAPHER (M/W/D) - DORTMUND

OVERVIEW

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitise the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.

Learn more about CoStar.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are looking for Research Photographers who will support us as we build out an in-depth understanding of the Commercial Real Estate of Dortmund and surrounding areas. This role is responsible for ensuring that the CoStar products are representing the most current and accurate information and photographs on Commercial properties and listings through on-site inspections within the assigned geography. Equipped with state-of-the-art equipment (Canon R6 and 17-35mm lens or similar, drone where applicable, iPad, laptop, Smartphone, Mobile Wi-Fi and traveling via foot/public transport or hybrid research vehicle when necessary) our Research Photographers canvas the market to identify and capture commercial listings, properties, building attributes, tenants and photographs not represented in the CoStar database. Research Photographers are remotely managed by a Photography Manager.

***Please ensure that your application includes either a link to your portfolio of Real Estate/Architectural Photography, or an upload of your Real Estate/Architectural Photography portfolio.***

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive or walk assigned submarkets within core territories to collect the required imagery, information and updates – including: identifying new availabilities, missing Inventory, updating construction status, adding up to date high resolution images where required.

• Cross-reference new leads with current information on CoStar database by researching sales and lease comparable data. Once satisfied that the information is new, collect building data and contact information on property and send to in-house Research team

• Photograph and collect building attribute data and contact information on all commercial properties with for lease and for sale signs working in entire assigned territory

• While in front of the targeted property, collect all visible data fields about the property including, but not limited to, the address, building type, # of stories, gross building area, building height, industrial loading information, retail specific details

• Use Adobe software suite to post process digital images

• Create footprint and rooftop geocode for each building using polygon tool in field mapping software

• Associate any assigned tenant locations to polygon, and photograph tenant space

• Follow daily Field Research procedures including:

• Quality communication to your Photography Manager to ensure assignments are efficiently carried and completed within a predefined time frame.

• Accurately logging working time and providing production updates.

• Upload data and images collected on the day the properties are canvassed

• Photograph and collect data on multiple properties per day predefined by your manager

• Visually scan commercial properties in assigned submarket while driving or walking, resulting the target number of potential listings (leasing and/or sale signs) per day when working on lead project

• Professionally communicate with property managers and customers via phone, e-mail, and in person.

• Abide by CoStar safety standards

• Maintain company vehicle and equipment

• Represent CoStar in a professional manner at all times

• Participate in monthly conference calls with sales and research teams

• Represent Research Photography at occasional trade functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Repetitive and frequent standing, seeing, sitting and walking up to 8 hours per day.

• Holding 2kgs in one hand for 5 minutes.

• Repetitive hand and arm movements needed to type and write.

• Exposed to various weather conditions each day.

• Exposed to both vehicle noise and possible car exhaust fumes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A full local driving license (clean record preferred) is essential.

• Reading/writing proficiency in English and German.

• Technical proficiency in digital photography and post processing via the use of the Adobe suite of products; Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro.

• A willingness to travel to work across the country on special field related projects.

• Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications.

• An existing portfolio of property exterior and interiors imagery.

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.

• Flexible, with the ability to positively adopt new processes.

• The ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts such as commercial real estate terminology and mapping software.

• Ability to work on own initiative and follow CoStar protocols remotely without supervision.

• Comfortable with working alone with daily support via phone and email.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having a fantastic pathway to develop professionally within CoStar, other perks include life assurance, and competitive remuneration packages!

At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs.

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

Research Photographer - Duisburg (M/W/D)

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Job Description

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COSTAR GROUP – RESEARCH PHOTOGRAPHER (M/W/D) - DUISBURG

OVERVIEW

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitise the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.

Learn more about CoStar.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are looking for Research Photographers who will support us as we build out an in-depth understanding of the Commercial Real Estate of Duisburg and surrounding areas. This role is responsible for ensuring that the CoStar products are representing the most current and accurate information and photographs on Commercial properties and listings through on-site inspections within the assigned geography. Equipped with state-of-the-art equipment (Canon R6 and 17-35mm lens or similar, drone where applicable, iPad, laptop, Smartphone, Mobile Wi-Fi and traveling via foot/public transport or hybrid research vehicle when necessary) our Research Photographers canvas the market to identify and capture commercial listings, properties, building attributes, tenants and photographs not represented in the CoStar database. Research Photographers are remotely managed by a Photography Manager.

***Please ensure that your application includes either a link to your portfolio of Real Estate/Architectural Photography, or an upload of your Real Estate/Architectural Photography portfolio.***

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive or walk assigned submarkets within core territories to collect the required imagery, information and updates – including: identifying new availabilities, missing Inventory, updating construction status, adding up to date high resolution images where required.

• Cross-reference new leads with current information on CoStar database by researching sales and lease comparable data. Once satisfied that the information is new, collect building data and contact information on property and send to in-house Research team

• Photograph and collect building attribute data and contact information on all commercial properties with for lease and for sale signs working in entire assigned territory

• While in front of the targeted property, collect all visible data fields about the property including, but not limited to, the address, building type, # of stories, gross building area, building height, industrial loading information, retail specific details

• Use Adobe software suite to post process digital images

• Create footprint and rooftop geocode for each building using polygon tool in field mapping software

• Associate any assigned tenant locations to polygon, and photograph tenant space

• Follow daily Field Research procedures including:

• Quality communication to your Photography Manager to ensure assignments are efficiently carried and completed within a predefined time frame.

• Accurately logging working time and providing production updates.

• Upload data and images collected on the day the properties are canvassed

• Photograph and collect data on multiple properties per day predefined by your manager

• Visually scan commercial properties in assigned submarket while driving or walking, resulting the target number of potential listings (leasing and/or sale signs) per day when working on lead project

• Professionally communicate with property managers and customers via phone, e-mail, and in person.

• Abide by CoStar safety standards

• Maintain company vehicle and equipment

• Represent CoStar in a professional manner at all times

• Participate in monthly conference calls with sales and research teams

• Represent Research Photography at occasional trade functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Repetitive and frequent standing, seeing, sitting and walking up to 8 hours per day.

• Holding 2kgs in one hand for 5 minutes.

• Repetitive hand and arm movements needed to type and write.

• Exposed to various weather conditions each day.

• Exposed to both vehicle noise and possible car exhaust fumes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A full local driving license (clean record preferred) is essential.

• Reading/writing proficiency in English and German.

• Technical proficiency in digital photography and post processing via the use of the Adobe suite of products; Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro.

• A willingness to travel to work across the country on special field related projects.

• Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications.

• An existing portfolio of property exterior and interiors imagery.

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.

• Flexible, with the ability to positively adopt new processes.

• The ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts such as commercial real estate terminology and mapping software.

• Ability to work on own initiative and follow CoStar protocols remotely without supervision.

• Comfortable with working alone with daily support via phone and email.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having a fantastic pathway to develop professionally within CoStar, other perks include life assurance, and competitive remuneration packages!

At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs.

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

 

POSITION: Director, Teacher Development and Instructional Leadership 

LOCATION: DSST: Home Office

SALARY RANGE: $98,000 - $109,760 with up to 6 years of aligned experience

STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Full time, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO) 

START: Immediate

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Vice President, Teaching, Learning and Curriculum, the Director, Teacher Development and Instructional Leadership will lead the strategic development and implementation of our teacher and instructional leader professional growth initiatives. This role is crucial for ensuring our educators are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to deliver high-quality, engaging, and effective instruction. This role will be responsible for the strategic oversight of our comprehensive teacher development and instructional leader development programs, directly leading and managing the Senior Manager of New Teacher Development and Experience and Senior Manager of Instructional Leadership. Together, they will work to ensure that our educators have access to high-quality professional growth opportunities, resources, and support systems. This role is vital for ensuring strong instructional practices, teacher effectiveness, and teacher retention, all of which will positively impact our desired student outcomes. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

Lead and manage Teacher Development and Instructional Leadership Team (25%)

• Directly lead and manage the Senior Manager of New Teacher Development and Experience and Senior Manager of Instructional Leadership, setting clear goals and expectations, providing consistent coaching, and ensuring the effective implementation of teacher development initiatives.

• Model a feedback-rich culture on your team, promoting reflective practice, the sharing of best practices, and a commitment to professional excellence.

• Coach the team to implement impactful school support and partnership that is influenced by school director needs and feedback. 

Oversee Teacher Development Strategy (25%)

• Refine DSST’s teacher development strategy - for new and returning teachers - ensuring alignment with our mission and educational goals, with a particular emphasis on curricular content.

• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality professional development programs for teachers, including summer training and ongoing professional development throughout the school year.

• Develop an online learning experience aligned to DSST’s Teacher Development Progression that includes virtual modules and aligned coaching resources.  

• Evaluate the impact of professional development activities on teacher perception and performance and student outcomes, leveraging data from surveys, observations and student learning to make informed adjustments and improvements.

• Lead ongoing trainings and revisions to teacher evaluation tool and goal guidance, conducting annual working group to seek feedback on tool and goal resources. 

• Oversee the budget for teacher development programs, ensuring strategic allocation of resources to maximize impact.

• Stay abreast of the latest educational research, trends, and best practices, especially in the realm of new career teacher professional development, to continually elevate the quality of DSST’s teacher development program.

Lead the Instructional Leader Development Strategy (25%)

• Lead implementation of DSST’s Instructional Coaching Vision, ensuring coaching is content-specific, supports curriculum implementation and is aligned to DSST’s differentiated teacher development pathways.  

• Design yearlong scope and sequence of professional development, including summer training and monthly training, for Instructional Coaches.  Evaluate the impact of professional development activities on impact of coaching, leveraging data to make informed adjustments and improvements to the approach of instructional leadership development. 

• Collaborate with content Directors to execute a coherent school support model that develops the capacity of school based coaches to implement DSST’s Instructional Coaching Vision and improve student learning. 

• Design and lead monthly School Director instructional training in collaboration with Managing Directors, ensuring coherence to school coaches development experiences. 

Collaborates closely with other members of the broader Schools & Academic Leadership team, School Directors, instructional coaches, and external organizations for increased impact (20%)

• Collaborate with school leadership to assess instructional needs and support the adoption of effective teaching strategies and practices that enhance student learning.

• Forge and manage partnerships with external organizations, educational institutions, and experts to introduce cutting-edge teaching practices and resources to DSST Public Schools.

Additional Duties (5%) 

• Model our Core Values, Commitment to the Human Condition, and our commitment to equity as a Leader within the Network

• Play an active leadership role in building and sustaining Home Office culture

• Engage with our school communities to actively build relationships between our schools and the home office

• Participate in & support the execution of Home Office & Network-wide events

• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects as determined by the CoS that are critical to DSST’s success

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university required

• 5+ years experience leading in urban schools and/or communities

• At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a school, Charter Management Organization or other educational organization

• 2-4 years of experience in new career teacher development

• Experience at a high-performing charter school highly preferred but not required 

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”. 

Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Complete our Interest Form to connect with a member of our Talent Team.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process here. 

 

TOTAL REWARDS

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out our website and our benefits highlight guide to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition. 

Some Highlights:

• Staff Experience Bonus: DSST celebrates staff that continue to choose our network by rewarding a bonus every 3 years in increasing increments from $3,000-$6,000. 

• Excellent Healthcare Plan: We encourage you to check out our benefits guide to see the ways we are committed to the wellness of our staff. We are always looking to improve how we care and, through staff feedback, we’ve been able to implement innovative new benefits such as Fertility Benefits as well as staffing a Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST Staff. 

• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

• Career Development: In addition to weekly coaching from a designated coach, you’ll have access to internal training and development pathways designed by our Professional Development & Training Team as well as external development opportunities. 

REFERRAL

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them here! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

POSITION: Communications Student Cohort Members

LOCATION: DSST: Home Office in Denver, CO

SALARY: Students will be paid $20 hourly and $50 for each piece of creative content developed

STATUS: Seasonal, part-time, not benefits eligible

START: Immediate. You can view the current School Year Calendar here. 

DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks a group of Communications Student Cohort Members to lead a communications campaign focused on sharing the message that charter schools are free, public and open to all.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DSST Public Schools seeks a cohort of students with a creative spirit and can-do attitude that are excited to tell the DSST story. This cohort will lead DSST’s creative content creation for a specialized campaign. They will be trained on and then create a variety of content based on their interests, including  graphic design, photography, videography and social media campaigns. This is a paid position. Students will be paid for their time in professional development, as well as for each piece of content they create.

 

Cohort Development Attendance

• Cohort members will be required to attend three professional development sessions and one final convening to share their work and report on campaign success.

Content Creation

• Create relevant content that tells the DSST story with the lens of the messaging that charters are free, public and open to all

• Produce original content including blog posts, photos and videos that tell the DSST and charter story

• Edit photo and video to create brand-aligned assets

• Create printed and digital collateral 

Campaign Development

• Support the DSST marketing & communications team in developing a robust campaign centered around public, free and open to all messaging

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Junior or Senior, as designated by credit hours, at a DSST high school

• Has an understanding of social media 

• Strong communication and creative skills across multiple mediums, ranging from written words to video and user-interface design

• Excitement to share their educational story with external audiences

• Excitement to learn about digital marketing, social media and communications campaigns

• Excellent computer/technical skills and familiarity with emerging digital mediums

• Possesses a spirit of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”. 

Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Complete our Interest Form to connect with a member of our Talent Team.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process here. 

 

TOTAL REWARDS

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out our website and our benefits highlight guide to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition. 

Some Highlights:

• Staff Experience Bonus: DSST celebrates staff that continue to choose our network by rewarding a bonus every 3 years in increasing increments from $3,000-$6,000. 

• Excellent Healthcare Plan: We encourage you to check out our benefits guide to see the ways we are committed to the wellness of our staff. We are always looking to improve how we care and, through staff feedback, we’ve been able to implement innovative new benefits such as Fertility Benefits as well as staffing a Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST Staff. 

• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

• Career Development: In addition to weekly coaching from a designated coach, you’ll have access to internal training and development pathways designed by our Professional Development & Training Team as well as external development opportunities. 

REFERRAL

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them here! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

POSITION: Director, Humanities 

LOCATION: DSST: Home Office

SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $106,400 with up to 6 years of aligned experience

STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Full time, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO) 

START: 7/1/2024

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DSST Public Schools (DSST) is seeking a dedicated and visionary Director of Humanities to join our team and lead transformative efforts in humanities instruction across our network of schools. The Director of Humanities, will play a pivotal role in selecting and implementing curriculum, fostering teacher development, and ensuring that all students have access to culturally responsive and rigorous instruction. This role will be responsible for the strategic oversight of the Humanities Team, directly leading and managing the Senior Manager of Middle School Humanities, the Senior Manager of High School Humanities, the Humanities Curriculum Specialist, and the Manager of Instructional Equity. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

Develop Team for Impactful Content and Curriculum Programming and School Support (40%):

• Lead the development of a highly effective team to implement DSST's humanities instruction across the network of schools.

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members to ensure they are equipped to support schools effectively.

• Collaborate with school leaders and instructional staff to identify areas for improvement and provide targeted support to enhance humanities instruction.

Lead Curriculum Adoption, Implementation and Revision (20%):

• Drive the adoption and implementation of humanities curriculum across the network, ensuring that the process is inclusive, transparent, grounded in clear criteria, and informed by culturally and linguistically responsive practices. 

• Implement change management best practices to facilitate smooth transitions to new curriculum materials, providing support and resources to teachers and school leaders throughout the process.

• Facilitate stakeholder engagement in the curriculum adoption and implementation  process, soliciting feedback from teachers, students, parents, and community members to inform decision-making.

• Establish ongoing feedback loops to gather input on curriculum effectiveness and revise materials as needed, ensuring continuous improvement over time.

Collaborate for Coherence in Teacher and Coach Development (20%):

• Work collaboratively across the organization to ensure coherence between teacher development, coach development, and curriculum implementation in the humanities.

• Partner with the assessment and data team to align assessment practices with curriculum goals and objectives, ensuring that assessment data informs instructional decision-making.

• Collaborate with other content area directors and instructional leaders to integrate humanities instruction into cross-curricular initiatives and school-wide priorities.

Lead Network Approach to Literacy Intervention (15%):

• Develop and manage a network-wide approach to literacy intervention, providing strategic direction and support to schools in implementing evidence-based literacy practices.

• Collaborate with school leaders, literacy coaches, and interventionists to identify students in need of additional support and develop targeted intervention plans to address their needs.

• Monitor the effectiveness of literacy interventions and make adjustments as needed to ensure all students are making progress towards literacy proficiency.

Additional Duties (5%) 

• Model our Core Values, Commitment to the Human Condition, and our commitment to equity as a Leader within the Network

• Play an active leadership role in building and sustaining Home Office culture

• Engage with our school communities to actively build relationships between our schools and the home office

• Participate in & support the execution of Home Office & Network-wide events

• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects as determined by the CoS that are critical to DSST’s success

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university required in Education, Humanities, or related field 

• At least 2 years experience leading in urban schools and/or communities with a focus on humanities instruction, instructional coaching and curriculum implementation

• At least 5 years of Humanities teaching experience in a school, Charter Management Organization or other educational organization

• Experience at a high-performing charter school highly preferred but not required

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”. 

Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Complete our Interest Form to connect with a member of our Talent Team.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process here. 

 

TOTAL REWARDS

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out our website and our benefits highlight guide to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition. 

Some Highlights:

• Staff Experience Bonus: DSST celebrates staff that continue to choose our network by rewarding a bonus every 3 years in increasing increments from $3,000-$6,000. 

• Excellent Healthcare Plan: We encourage you to check out our benefits guide to see the ways we are committed to the wellness of our staff. We are always looking to improve how we care and, through staff feedback, we’ve been able to implement innovative new benefits such as Fertility Benefits as well as staffing a Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST Staff. 

• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

• Career Development: In addition to weekly coaching from a designated coach, you’ll have access to internal training and development pathways designed by our Professional Development & Training Team as well as external development opportunities. 

REFERRAL

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them here! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.

REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!

    

Job Posting Title:

Teacher - Science - Elementary

    

Job Description:

Under supervision of the Principal and/or Assistant Principal, teaches and instructs students in academic subject matter, along with social, behavioral, and other educational or related skill areas; plans, develops, organizes, implements, and assesses a comprehensive educational program for students; assists in other school programs as assigned; creates a supportive and flexible program and environment conducive to learning and personal growth according to each student’s ability and interests. Encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds • Frequent sitting and standing • Occasional bending or squatting.

    

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

.6 Elementary science teacher at homeschool enrichment program located at New Hope Church in Castle Rock. Workdays are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

    

Responsibilities:

--- You would maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development preparing required reports on students and activities.

--- Teachers are responsible for managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.

--- Our teachers are integral parts of their school and the school community, performing certain duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and supporting certain extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations, participating in department and school meetings, and parent meetings.

--- As a teacher you would be expected to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

--- You are challenged with new teaching methods and educational tools in an ever changing and strategic environment. You would plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

--- You would utilize technology and integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities, instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, observe, evaluate, encourage and provide feedback on student's performance and development.

    

Certifications:

Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

    

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

    

Position Type:

Regular

    

Primary Location:

Cloverleaf Home Education

    

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

 

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

24

 

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE):

0.60

    

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

185 Work Days

   

Full Salary Range:

$50,182.00 USD - $107,346.00 USD Annual

   

Position Salary Schedule Eligibility:

General

   

Licensed position salaries are set based on one of three salary schedules; General, Hard to Hire, and Specialist/Extremely Hard to Hire. DCSD will award up to 7 years of previous licensed teaching experience at the time of hire. Click HERE to view the current DCSD Licensed Salary Schedules*.

• *All salary amounts listed on the schedules are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

   

Benefits:

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans:

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

June 7, 2024