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Community Manager for Education Equity & Access
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Position Number: 3333907
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education - Elementary

JOB TITLE
Community Manager for Education Equity & Access

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
STEM Education

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Community Manager for Education Equity & Access is an integral team member of both the STEM Education Center and Mass Academy of Math and Science in enabling equitable and inclusive teaching in STEM with PreK-12+ educators and in building equitable STEM pathways for students from underrepresented groups. The Community Manager will coordinate learning experiences and programs with multiple stakeholders in the Worcester-area community, and will also manage the ASPIRE-RC program that builds the capacity for inclusive and diverse STEM faculty at community colleges.

WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applicants must have demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and/or commitment to do so as an employee at WPI.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

Build and manage relationships in the local community for teaching experiences for the Teacher Preparation Program and for equitable STEM pathways in K-12
- Set up and manage pre-practicum experiences for Teacher Preparation Program (TPP) students in the local community (e.g., afterschool programs, community-based organizations) to provide access to high-quality STEM learning opportunities for K-12 students and community engagement for WPI students
- Collaborate with community partners on behalf of Mass Academy of Math and Science to develop and implement academic support programs for middle school students to strengthen and diversify STEM pathways
- Build TPP practicum (i.e., student teaching) placement and hiring pipelines with secondary schools in the local area

Promote and support PreK-16 teachers in developing equitable and inclusive STEM curriculum and instructional practices
- Coordinate the development of curriculum and assessment on Culturally Responsive Pedagogy for pre-service teachers (Teacher Preparation Program) and for Professional Development (PD) offerings for in-service educators
- Coordinate the support for TPP students, mentor teachers, and program supervisors in equitable STEM learning practices and assessment
- Oversee the development of learning modules on Culturally Responsive Pedagogy for seminars, workshops, and Communities of Practice (CoP) for the ASPIRE-RC program

Manage the Worcester area ASPIRE-RC program (grant funded) for building capacity for inclusive and diverse STEM faculty at community colleges
- Cultivate and maintain partnerships with local Higher Ed. Partners (e.g., Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester State University, Clark University, etc.) for recruitment of program participants
- Coordinate trainings on teaching inclusively for diverse learners in STEM in higher ed. for Worcester area graduate students and postdocs
- Oversee recruitment, selection and matching of mentors and mentees
- Conduct periodic check-ins with program mentors and mentees
- Coordinate ASPIRE-RC events (e.g., class observations, cohort meetings)
- Manage grant budget (e.g., stipends) and quarterly program assessment
- Write periodic reports for stakeholders and funding agency

Foster Equitable and Inclusive Pathways for STEM Learning Opportunities with WPI
- partner with Undergraduate Studies and Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Multicultural Education (ODIME) in innovative academic opportunities that support students from underrepresented groups
- coordinate with the Office of Undergraduate Studies to support mentor and instructor training programs for early research experiences designed for students from marginalized groups and/or are first generation
- in collaboration with Mass Academy of Math and Science, coordinate mentoring opportunities for middle school students

Be in integrated team member of the STEM Education Center and Mass Academy of Math and Science to collectively work to transform STEM education with an equity lens
Perform other duties as needed or required

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in STEM, Education, Social Sciences, or related field required
Commitment to building equitable, diverse, and inclusive STEM learning opportunities and communities
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and organizations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) to work with students, teachers, school administrators, higher ed. faculty & staff, and community members

Preferences:

Masters degree in STEM, PreK-12 education, higher education leadership, social sciences, or related field preferred
3 years of experience in relevant education equity, access, and community work
Experience with cultivating relationships across a broad range of educational institutions and organizations
Ability to work with people of varying levels of buy-in on an initiative to ultimately achieve goals
Demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice within the context of educational institutions
Familiarity with MA public school systems and community colleges

Salary Range: $65,000- $75,000, commensurate with experience

Please include a cover letter, a minimum of three professional references and diversity statement to be considered for this position.

WPI requires employees to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 with booster. For additional information on WPI's response to COVID-19, refer to https://www.wpi.edu/we-are-wpi

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Community-Manager-for-Education-Equity-and-Access_R0001941

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.