BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

We firmly believe that all scholars can achieve success in college and the world beyond, so we collaboratively work to foster a college prep culture. Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates positive identity formation for scholars and prepares them to live and work together in a diverse world
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary range of $95,000 - $114,000 commensurate with experience and a comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
• All staff members receive a minimum of 7 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits
• Matched flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Longevity Bonuses
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

In addition, the Director of Inclusion is expected to:

• Support Heads of School (HoS) and Special Populations Chairs/Coordinators to ensure that:
• School goals are achieved with a specific focus on differentials
• General educators provide accommodations and instruction tailored to scholar needs
• There are rigorous and inclusive goals for all scholars with IEPs
• Observe and provide feedback to special populations chairs/coordinators on IEP meeting facilitation, IEP and 504 goals, services, accommodations, and special education teacher coaching.
• Oversee TLC programming by:
• Finalizing TLC vision and guidance document with the input of stakeholders
• Coaching school teams to reach the established vision
• Supporting schools to build TLC schedules that ensure scholars’ needs are met and revise schedules as needed
• Coaching TLC teams to support scholars on alternate assessment
• Facilitating TLC clinical team meetings
• Consulting on upcoming TLC IEP meetings
• Support Response to Intervention (RTI) programming design and implementation to effectively support teachers and students in using research based interventions
• Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for:
• School leaders and their teams inclusive of special pops chairs
• New hire cohorts, inclusive of differentiated PD for special educators and TLC program team members
• General educators as it relates to implementing the supports embedded within Tier 1 curricula
• Serve as a member of the CIA team supporting all BVP schools
• Collaborate with Director of Special Populations and Directors for Grade-levels to build effective academic programs
• Collaborate with other members of network special populations
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Special education admin cert or building admin cert
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a school-based leader who has experience coaching other leaders and leading special education work.
• Knowledge and experience with implementing special education best practices for instruction and assessment and knowledge of standards for scholars on alternate assessment
• Knowledge and experience with the Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and/or state content standards, with expertise in at least one content area
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated strong personal leadership capability, including facilitating adult leaders, interpersonal relations, relationship building and management, and coaching
• Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to produce high-quality work in a timely manner
• Experience on a network or district office team preferred

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.

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