About the role#
The Director of Operations Fellow is a full-time, one-year position designed to prepare you for a future role as a Director of Operations (DOO). You will serve as a member of a school operations team, working in partnership with a Principal to support the academic and cultural environment. This fellowship focuses on professional development, experiential learning, and practical application to build your leadership capacity.
What you'll do#
- Participate in professional development workshops and engage in practice clinics involving case studies and role plays.
- Work alongside a host DOO to observe and analyze operational systems.
- Complete weekly deliverables and regional projects to gain exposure to key operations tasks.
- Act as the primary DOO in place of your host for a 4-6 week immersion period.
- Create written reflections and growth plans to document your learning and development.
- Receive individualized coaching and feedback to support your progress as a leader.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 4 years of total work experience.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in operations leadership and 1 year of experience coaching or managing others.
- Proven experience in project planning and execution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Access.
- Ability to manage ambiguous situations and prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to conduct difficult conversations respectfully.
- A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and the success of our students.
- School-based or educational experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Camden, New Jersey.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Uncommon Schools
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit organization that manages urban public charter schools. Founded in 2005, the network operates with a focus on closing the opportunity gap for students from economically disadvantaged communities. The organization is based in New York and employs 2,819 people. It specializes in data driven instruction and professional development within the primary and secondary education sector.
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