Special Assistant to the CEO

We seek an energetic, ambitious, and well-organized individual to provide a range of support functions for the Principal/CEO. The Special Assistant will work closely with the CEO on all aspects of her role at DPA. The role is part administrative assistance (50%) and part special projects (50%).

This position is a unique opportunity to get in at the ground floor at an innovative educational institution. We are looking for a dynamic individual with a passion for improving educational outcomes, and a desire to be at the center of running a fast-paced, ambitious organization. The ideal candidate will be interested in pursuing a long term career in education or non-profit management, and motivated to use this position to pursue senior leadership roles as DPA grows.

• Developing strong relationships with parents and scholars, creating investment in school culture and academics

• Implementing curricula and activities to meet academic standards 

• Teaching scholars through an inquiry-based curriculum that focuses on the dual tenets of logic and reasoning

• Designing assessments that measure progress towards academic standards

• Using assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices

• Driving academic outcomes by analyzing scholar work and data, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure dramatic gains for all scholars

• Participating in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and schoolwide functions

• Collaborating with partner Humanities teacher to create consistent structures and systems for your shared cohort of scholars

• Serving as an advisor to a small group of scholars

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Special Assistant

• Function as a point of contact and liaison for the CEO with executive team, staff, and partners/constituents
• Manage communication with key internal and external parties, demonstrating an awareness of time-sensitive issues and prioritizing accordingly
• Provide general administrative support including scheduling, drafting correspondence, and answering and screening incoming calls and emails
• Other related duties as assigned

Special Projects

• Lead strategic initiatives and design new or improve upon current systems to support DPA goals
• Oversee grant writing efforts in support of DPA
• Support and manage DPA fundraising efforts

• Highly motivated team player with demonstrated commitment to excellent education and demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Thorough understanding of US education landscape and knowledge of key educational reform institutions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple priorities with tight deadlines
• Highly resourceful, flexible, proactive, and efficient
• Self starter looking to gain long term experience in the education sector
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task, work independently, and work well under pressure
• Adept at using a number of platforms, including but not limited to G-Suite, Mailchimp, and Squarespace

Digital Pioneers Academy offers a highly competitive salary based on experience and an excellent and comprehensive benefits package.