WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL - Certified Teacher WCHS’s powerful educational program enables every student to graduate well-prepared for college and the world beyond it. Most importantly, all WCHS students mature intellectually, socially, and morally as a result of being an active member of a school community that endorses high expectations that challenge each student to achieve his/her full potential. In order to fulfil its mission, WCHS is looking for exceptional teachers. Our teachers play very critical roles in realising the core mission, philosophy, and unique youth-centered approach to the school’s educational design. WCHS teachers are not just classroom teachers, but school teachers—educators that are committed to facilitating the entire learning and instructional process and coaching young people to become independent learners, thinkers, and researchers. Prospective Williamsburg Charter High School Teachers: Are committed to the idea that every child can succeed at high levels Believe that they have been called to teach and empower young people Demonstrate a commitment to providing students with a rigorous academic experience Are resilient, resourceful, relentless, and well-able to adapt to the many changes that can happen in an organization focused solely on doing what is best for students Excel at working in a highly collaborative, professional setting but can also work independently Understand the unique needs of the community they serve as well as the complex issues that affect urban youth and their families Are committed to inquiry-based teaching Engage a youth development approach in their interactions with young people by being sensitive to their developmental needs Are passionate and positive about school culture Feel full responsibility for students’ achievement Love ‘the details’ and realise that student success depends almost exclusively on them Are reflective and willing to improve upon their practice through professional development and support Effectively manage their time, resources, and technology Are convinced of the transformative power of education for all students, families, and educators Position Description The ideal Williamsburg Charter High School teacher will provide our students with rigorous instruction. They will be responsible for the following: Teacher as Advisor As students transition to high school, one of the things they could lose is the comfort of having a teacher who understands their background, challenges, and successes. Research has shown that this relationship is a key part of having students feel accounted for and by extension, accountable. In support of our students, our teachers are also Advisors to between 12-15 students for the duration of their high school career. This allows the teacher to become a part of the developmental process of their students and allows each family to have a primary contact within the school at all times. Advisors serve students and families by: Taking complete ownership of the academic, behavioral, and overall success of a group of 12-15 students Ensuring advisees are in attendance, punctual, excelling in all their classes, and seeking out appropriate support Creating an advisory period that acts as ‘home base’ for each student Being the academic expert on each advisee Acting as the liaise between the student, the family, and the school teams Teaching the advisory curriculum that has been created for their advisees’ grade Accompanying advisees on educational field trips as determined by the School Leader Contacting their advisee’s families a minimum of seven times a year and responding within 24 hours to all communications from their advisee’s families Developing and overseeing Individual Student Support Plan plans twice a year for each of their advisees Facilitating discipline-related required meetings on behalf of their advisees Performing any other advisor-related duties as requested Ensuring Student Learning Through Data-driven Instruction: Prepare rigorous, student-centered lesson plans that will engage and motivate students to learn Plan standards-based units of study with clear, intended outcomes and goals in mind Provide meaningful feedback on student work to determine student progress and to make suggestions for improvement Proactively and relentlessly seek new ways to promote student learning Create thoughtful, standards-based assessments Work closely with school leaders and colleagues, using data to drive instruction and by extension, consistently raising student achievement and intervening with improvement plans and support for struggling students Have fun and pass the love of learning onto students! Design opportunities for students to use the world around them as a classroom through field trips and or/inviting guests into the classroom as appropriate Hold students to high behavioral and academic expectations and support students to succeed Model professional and collegial behavior for students Engage in the process of collaborative evaluation with school leaders Ensure that students are well-prepared for all New York State exams and WCHS interim assessments Personal Commitment to On-Going Learning Participate in all assemblies, meetings, school-sponsored events, and professional development activities offered during or after work hours Participate in focus groups, evaluations, and committees as requested to assist with the constant improvement of the school as a whole Participate and support WCHS open-door classroom policy, allowing parents and teachers and other stakeholders to informally observe your work and actively seeking to observe the work of your colleagues for professional development Positively Contributing to Student and Teacher Culture Arrive at school no later than 7:55 AM (to ensure that the classroom is clean, supplies are prepared and the instructor is ready to receive students) and leave no earlier than 3:10 PM (to hold necessary interventions, hold office hours, attend school meetings, and to ensure that students that need extra help are able to receive it). Even with these times parameters in mind, we ultimately seek educators that will simply do whatever it takes and will work relentlessly to ensure each student’s learning is maximized Teach four class periods per school day Serve two periods of School Service per week as determined by his/her supervisor (e.g., Study Hall supervision, cafeteria duty, hallway duty, monitoring of student entry and exit, etc.) Cover at least five periods per semester for absent teachers Proactively involve the student’s family in their learning through regular communications including (but not limited to): weekly informal communication via emails, notes, telephone calls, and meetings Realise that although student achievement is central to our work, Williamsburg Charter High School graduates are not just academically well-prepared, but also good citizens of their community. The cornerstone of our ideology is based on providing students with life skills and a sense of responsibility to their community in addition to an excellent education Share expertise and curriculum with colleagues Respond to all school-related communications within 24 hours, including but not limited to voicemails and emails, from Williamsburg Charter High School faculty and staff (including supervisors and other teachers) Attend and participate in school-related activities and events outside of normal school hours (e.g., Parent Advisory meetings, Back-to-School Night, field trips, student events, and performances, etc.) Adhere to the WCHS Student Handbook, Teacher Handbook, Personnel Policies, and Instructional Manual Education and Credentials Bachelor’s degree At least two years of experience teaching in an urban high school setting New York State certified 7-12 New York State Fingerprint clearance Please apply.
Director of Finance-SIGNATURE THEATRE Signature Theatre, one of New York's leading off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a DIRECTOR OF FINANCE- for The Pershing Square Signature Center on West 42nd Street. About Signature Signature Theatre is an artistic home for storytellers. Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home, producing several productions annually. In 2005 Signature began its groundbreaking Signature Ticket Initiative, providing affordable tickets to all its productions. In 2012, Signature opened The Pershing Square Signature Center, the Frank Gehry-designed 75,000 square foot Center featuring three theatres, two rehearsal studios, a central, public lobby with a café and bookstore, as well as administrative offices. EDIA Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community and access are strongly encouraged to apply. Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities. Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signaturetheatre Position Summary Signature is seeking a Director of Finance who has solid accounting skills as well as analytical and leadership abilities to guide Signature’s financial policy while also being an active partner with the senior leadership team in planning the organization’s future strategy and implementing ongoing operations. The Director of Finance will report to the Executive Director and will lead all financial administration, business planning, and budgeting and advanced working experience with accounting software Financial Edge. The Director of Finance collaborates closely with peers on the senior leadership team, including the General Manager, Director of Human Resources, Associate Artistic Director, and Directors of Development, Marketing, and Production, as well as the Board Treasurer, and Finance, Investment, and Audit Committees. The Director of Finance directly supervises the Finance Assistant and the Accounting Manager. The Director of Finance will require working experience with Financial Edge. Responsibilities • Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls, and operational policies and procedures; make recommendations for increased efficiency and effectiveness. • Coordinate and direct daily and periodic accounting operations and processes, assuring that financial records and systems are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. • Participate in the strategic planning process as an integral member of the senior leadership team through development and use of predictive models and activity-based financial analyses. • Perform cash flow analysis and planning to ensure availability of funds as needed for the operating entity. • Maximize return and limit risk on cash by managing bank balances, and overseeing investments managed by external investment manager in conjunction with Board Investment Committee. • Monitor and confirm financial condition by conducting internal audits. • Lead communication with external auditors to prepare annual audited financial statements and 990 returns. • Prepare accurate interim financial statements and special reports for both internal and external use, through collection, analysis, and consolidation of financial data. • Prepare annual operating budgets, capital budgets and periodic budget re-forecasts. • Achieve budget objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions. • Liaise with the Finance Committee and participate in Committee and Board meetings. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, through research and awareness of existing, new, or anticipated legislation, and consult with legal counsel to advise management on needed actions or potential impacts. Desired Skills and Experience • Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree or above in accounting and/or business administration, or possess equivalent business experience, and have five-plus (5+) years’ experience with a major non-profit, operating on an annual budget of at least five million ($5M). • The ideal candidate will have skills in managing processes and analyzing information, developing standards and policies, non-profit accounting, and auditing experience. Preference will be given to candidates with a Certified Public Accountant designation and/or an MBA, experience with Financial Edge, or other financial software, is required. Familiarity with Tessitura is a plus. Compensation This is a full-time exempt position with an annual salary of $100,000.00-$120,000.00 Benefits Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate in tax-saving flexible spending, commuter and 401(k) plans. Considerations All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, affectional preference, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, disability, genetic predisposition, age, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
As a Cost Estimator, you will help accurately assess project costs, enabling our team to deliver exceptional landscaping projects on time and within budget. You will work closely with our project managers and clients to ensure that every estimate reflects the quality and attention to detail we stand for. On the Job, you would: - Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates. - Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. - Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products. - Assess the cost-effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. - Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. - And More! ** Cost Estimator Qualifications and Skills:** - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. - Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools for constructing or repairing outdoor landscapes, parks, recreation areas, buildings, Planting, or other structures such as highways and roads. - Using mathematics to solve problems. - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. - Talking to others to convey information effectively. - Listen fully to what others say, take time to understand their points, ask questions as appropriate, and do not interrupt at inappropriate times. - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or problem approaches. Education and Requirements: - 5+ years' Experience as a landscape estimator, construction estimator, landscape project manager, or with an estimating background is a plus. - Experience bidding valued at $250,000 or more - Strong knowledge of cost control and contract management principles - A high school diploma or equivalent, a degree in construction management, landscape design, or a related field, is preferred. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. - Reliable transportation - Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office. - If you’re ready to impact our growing business significantly, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. Benefits - Competitive salaries - Comprehensive health insurance coverage - Retirement savings options - Paid time off - Professional development opportunities - A positive company culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being. - Supportive and friendly work environment. - Flexible work schedule - Opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and grow with our company