Jobs and Fellowships

Higher Education Reporter
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
By: Scott Jaschik

Inside Higher Ed seeks hardworking journalist to join online publication

Inside Higher Ed (http://insidehighered.com), a fast-growing national online publication covering the complex and compelling world of higher education, is seeking to add an experienced, industrious journalist to its team of talented and hard-working reporters. Inside Higher Ed, based in Washington, D.C., publishes breaking news, features, commentary, blogs and other content (including audio) each every weekday. It has quickly established itself as a fresh, authoritative, independent voice for its 650,000 unique monthly users, and its reporters mix beat reporting, analysis and creative approaches to telling stories. Candidates should have at least 3 years of full-time professional reporting experience; a background covering higher education is a major plus, but not an outright necessity.

Candidates should be able to juggle multiple articles at once, and should like to dig deeply and to learn. Inside Higher Ed offers competitive pay, good benefits (including health, dental and life insurance premiums paid by us), and three weeks' vacation. Centrally located downtown. Applicants should send a resume, cover letter and five strong clips to jobs@insidehighered.com or to the address below.

Reporter search Attn: Doug Lederman Inside Higher Ed, 1320 18th Street, N.W. , Fifth Floor, Washington, DC 20036

Education Writer/Editor
Friday, July 23, 2010
By: Kelly Engel

Education Daily is seeking a writer/editor

Education Daily is a daily four- to six-page newsletter covering the latest news and issues in the education field from the nation's capital. Staff writers cover the Washington, D.C.-based general education community for LRP's Virginia and Florida-based education products, including the EducationDaily.com Web site. The site is updated daily to provide in-depth, practical information and news for state, district and school-level administrators, beltway policymakers, and frontline educators. Education Daily staff writers contribute to the daily publication with a focus on specific areas within education; collect documents, studies, speeches and other information to populate a comprehensive database; and work independently from home or in the field, with guidance from the Florida office, to provide Washington, D.C.-centric coverage of legislative, policy, and regulatory issues. Contact Kelly Engel at kengel@lrp.com or visit the LRP Career Center at www.lrp.com.

Seeking an Education Writer/Editor to:

• Provide timely coverage of developing education issues that affect state, district and local level policy people, decision-makers and educators.
• Develop sources/go-to people within congressional committees, the Education Department, public/private sector and lobby groups. 
• Provide information on regulations, reports, studies, technology, best practices, operational or policy changes that could affect how readers do their jobs.
• Interview, in person and by telephone, key education experts, decision-makers, researchers, analysts, legislators and service providers.
• Collect information including, but not limited to, reports, studies, speeches, forms, lists and other data to build the EducationDaily.com database. 
• Write daily stories and work on longer-term projects for the print and online products. 
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet coverage needs, including requests for coverage from offsite editors and managers. 
• Adhere to and help develop work processes intended to maximize resources and enhance work/information flow. 
• Show professional courtesy and forbearance to your colleagues in Florida and Washington, D.C. 
• Work independently from home and in the field to deliver content on deadline

Minimum requirements:

• 4-year college degree 
• 3 years reporting experience 
• Able to work full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week from home, in field. 
• Able to attend hearings, meetings and events in the Washington, D.C., area as needed. 

Preferred attributes:

• Experience reporting on elementary and secondary education at the federal, state or local level 
• Experience covering federal or state legislative or administrative branches 
• Experience working on daily news deadlines.

The Chronicle of Higher Education Seeks a Commentary Editor
Thursday, July 22, 2010

The Chronicle of Higher Education is looking for a senior editor to oversee its opinion coverage of higher education and higher-education policy online and in print.

The Chronicle of Higher Education is looking for a senior editor to oversee its opinion coverage of higher education and higher-education policy online and in print. The ideal candidate will have 7 to 10 years of experience editing for a print or online publication as well as deep familiarity with issues affecting colleges and universities. As the editor in charge of The Chronicle's Commentary section, the candidate will help set the agenda for debate in higher education, on issues such as college costs, student affairs, teaching, athletics, campus management, legal affairs, and affirmative action. Working with a team of editors, the Commentary editor identifies compelling issues and authors, commissions articles from leading figures for weekly and daily publication and responds quickly to breaking news and issues of the moment, both in the United States and globally. Interested candidates should send résumés and samples of their work to senioreditor@chronicle.com .

Education Reporter
Friday, July 16, 2010
By: Mara Bellaby

Education Reporter for Florida Today

The Education Reporter will cover Brevard Public Schools and education issues facing Brevard County, Florida and the nation. The successful candidate will be able to produce sophisticated enterprise and watchdog journalism while managing a busy beat. Investigative experience, database work and strong reporting skills are important. In addition to writing about school district initiatives, finance and policy, will also look for stories from inside the classrooms.
Qualified candidates will demonstrate a high level of sophistication in researching stories, including using databases and the Internet. Must have a 4-year college degree and at least five years of reporting/writing experience, preferably including education reporting. Must have an interest in working across all platforms for duties that could include managing an online blog and participating in video reports.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, a resume and examples of your work to Education Editor Mara Bellaby at mbellaby@floridatoday.com

Marketing Firm Seeks Monthy Education Article Writer
Friday, July 16, 2010
By: Rebecca Miller

Reporter to concentrate on higher education issues.

VERGO Marketing, a Scottsdale-based higher education marketing firm, seeks a monthly article writer to write one in-depth, investigative article per month.
Article topics will center around higher education topics. Articles should be 600 - 1000 words in length.
To apply, submit your resume, writing samples and rates to rebecca@vergomarketing.com.

Orange County Public Schools Reporter
Friday, July 16, 2010
By: Dana Eagles

Orlando Sentinel seeks experienced reporter to cover nation's 10-largest school district.

The Orlando Sentinel has an opening for a reporter to cover Orange County Public Schools, the 10th-largest school district in the nation and one of the fastest-changing and most dynamic.
OCPS directly affects thousands of families in the Sentinel's core readership area whose children attend the district's schools, and it indirectly affects thousands of taxpayers who support OCPS' budget of billions of dollars.

The school district's size, scope and management make for great stories, both online and in print. The successful candidate will have demonstrated watchdog and investigative skills, the ability to write with clarity about complex topics and at least five years of newspaper experience.
For recent examples of the types of hard-hitting stories this beat generates, go to http://www.orlandosentinel.com/orangecountyschools.

Because this job delivers news in real time to online users unable to attend school board meetings and budget protests, fluency in online and social-media techniques is essential.
If you're interested, please send a cover letter and six examples of your work to Local Life Topic Manager Kim Marcum at kmarcum@orlandosentinel.com.

Professional Development Project Manager
Thursday, July 15, 2010

The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking a Professional Development Project Manager for its award-winning education project, Teaching Tolerance.

The project is dedicated to helping K-12 teachers promote equity and respect in the classroom and beyond. The project publishes a semiannual magazine distributed at no charge to over 400,000 educators, produces free multimedia curriculum packages, and operates a website,www.teachingtolerance.org. Teaching Tolerance magazine has won more than twenty EdPress awards; the project's documentary films have been nominated for three Academy Awards. The Professional Development Project Manager will be responsible for managing the development, production and assessment of professional development activities for Teaching Tolerance.

Responsibilities:

Project-manage TDSi by maintaining schedules, monitoring and reporting on progress, coordinating new resources for site.
Act as liaison for TT with external TDSi contributors and stakeholders.
Plan and produce professional development lessons, modules and workshops for publication on the TT website.
Champions TDSi and professional development products by coordinating all in-house and external creative, editorial and marketing components.
Monitor current research and practices in educational equity and multicultural education.
Participates in departmental meetings and collaborative projects.
Present workshops and teacher training as needed.
Participates in departmental meetings and collaborative projects.
Performs copyediting for departmental publications.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelors degree required, Master's preferred.
3-5 years experience as an educator, curriculum developer or in educational publishing.
Familiarity with and commitment to educational equity issues and/or a sophisticated understanding of multiculturalism and diversity issues.
Highly organized and attentive to details.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective at managing professional relationships.
Available for occasional travel.

The Professional Development Project Manager works at the Southern Poverty Law Center's headquarters in Montgomery, Alabama, and reports to the Director of Teaching Tolerance. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to humanresources@splcenter.org or mail to: Human Resources, Southern Poverty Law Center, 400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104.

The Southern Poverty Law Center is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people, people with disabilities and women. The Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity.

Writer/Associate Editor
Thursday, July 15, 2010
By: Melanie Mulcahy

The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking a Writer/Associate Editor for its award-winning education project, Teaching Tolerance.

The project is dedicated to helping K-12 teachers promote equity and respect in the classroom and beyond. The project publishes a semiannual magazine distributed at no charge to over 400,000 educators, produces free multimedia curriculum packages, and operates a website,www.teachingtolerance.org. Teaching Tolerance magazine has won more than twenty EdPress awards; the project's documentary films have been nominated for three Academy Awards. The Writer/Associate Editor will edit and coordinate Teaching Tolerance blogs; write blogs, articles and web copy; monitor and contribute to the TT Facebook page; conduct research, check facts and perform general copyediting duties.

Responsibilities:

Writes and edits for print and online publications
Maintains the TT blog by scheduling bloggers, identifying topics, editing and submitting posts
Engages Facebook audience by monitoring news, framing stories in a tolerance context, posting items
Conducts research and fact checking for TT publications
Participates in departmental meetings and collaborative projects
Performs copyediting for departmental publications
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelors degree in journalism, communications or English
Three years of writing and editing experience
Familiarity with and commitment to educational equity issues and/or a sophisticated understanding of multiculturalism and diversity issues
Strong editorial skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

The Writer/Associate Editor works at the Southern Poverty Law Center's headquarters in Montgomery, Alabama, and reports to the Managing Editor. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, references, and writing samples to humanresources@splcenter.org or mail to: Human Resources, Southern Poverty Law Center, 400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104.

The Southern Poverty Law Center is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people, people with disabilities and women. The Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity.

Indianapolis Star is looking for experienced education reporter
Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Newspaper has embarked on a yearlong examination of state schools and the obstacles to improvement

The Indianapolis Star is looking for an experienced education reporter to cover Indianapolis Public Schools and education issues facing the region, state and nation. This is a high-profile beat. We are seeking a reporter who can help lead coverage that not only examines the issues, uncovers problems and identifies the state’s changing educational priorities, but also gets inside the classrooms to tell emotionally evocative stories about the struggles of teachers, students, parents and administrators. Strong storytelling, database work, solid reporting with a watchdog approach and an ability to work across all platforms are helpful.

QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor’s degree and five years of reporting, preferably on a metro daily. A strong background in education reporting is helpful. Please send resume, clips and cover letter to Steve Berta, Senior Editor/Public Service, steve.berta@indystar.com.

Fayetteville Observer seeks education reporter
Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Newspaper needs someone with strong reporting skills and who can juggle multiple assignments.

The Fayetteville Observer is looking for an innovative education reporter to cover the fourth-largest public school system in North Carolina. The reporter will also be responsible for covering the area’s community colleges, public universities and private colleges. The ideal candidate should have excellent storytelling, spelling and grammar skills and be enthusiastic about breaking news and posting stories online. Send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Assistant Managing Editor Lorry Williams at williamsl@fayobserver.com. http://www.fayobserver.com/

Education reporter in Arizona
Monday, June 28, 2010

Wanted: versatile reporter with a focus on watchdog issues

The Arrowhead newsroom in Glendale, Arizona, is seeking an education reporter to cover two northwest Valley school districts in Surprise and Glendale.
The schools in the two cities are disparate but intriguing. The Surprise district is still growing, even in the economic slowdown, and is covered with an eye to how taxpayers are affected.
The Glendale schools face issues of academic achievement common to those in urban areas. The emphasis is on coverage of interest to families.
The reporter who covers the districts must be enterprising and versatile, focusing on watchdog issues for the community Republics, The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com.
Knowledge of multi-media and social media is a plus.
At least two years of full-time experience as a reporter is preferred. Send resume and clips to Venita James, West Valley Communities Editor, venita.james@arizonarepublic.com, (602) 444-6932.

Vice President, PreK-12
Monday, June 28, 2010
By: Daniel Kaufman

Widmeyer Communications is looking for a Vice President to join the PreK-12 Education practice in its D.C. office.

Widmeyer Communications seeks a senior professional with at least 10 years of agency or other relevant communications experience for its Washington, D.C. preK-12 education practice.
The ideal candidate will have extensive media and policy related experience. Prerequisites for the position also include experience in providing high-quality service to a diverse clientele, the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously on tight deadline, experience in strategy development, exemplary writing skills, and the capacity and drive to pursue new business opportunities. Experience with preK-12 education issues preferred.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a full benefits package. Please forward resume, along with cover letter and writing samples to:
Widmeyer Communications
Attn: Human Resources
jobs@widmeyer.com
Reference: VP PK12 DC
Please visit our website at www.widmeyer.com
Widmeyer Communications is an equal opportunity employer

Grants Manager for Communications and Development Team
Monday, June 28, 2010
By: Jen Moon

We are currently seeking a full-time Grants Manager for our Communications and Development Team. The location of this position is flexible and may be based in the central TNTP office in Brooklyn, NY or from a home office anywhere in the United States.

Role and Responsibilities
The Grants Manager will work with the Communications and Development Team to complete a variety of grant writing and reporting projects and provide other support and assistance in the implementation of TNTP's overall development efforts. The Grants Manager will report directly to TNTP's Partner for Development. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Write, edit and coordinate grant applications, fundraising requests and reports
• Track and ensure timely submission of proposals and all supplementary materials
• Forecast upcoming annual grant application needs and deadlines
• Manage grant reporting processes, timelines, and information-gathering efforts
• Coordinate with and advise local TNTP project sites on fundraising and donor relations
• Maintain and develop TNTP's donor management systems
• Track current and historical results of grant-funded programs/ initiatives
• Support CEO/President and TNTP Vice Presidents in all aspects of fundraising
• Provide general writing, editing and other communications support as necessary

This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to apply his or her exceptional organizational and writing skills to have a significant contribution to the growth and development of The New Teacher Project and its mission.

Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who believe deeply in our organization's mission, who thrive in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment, and who demonstrate a record of achievement. Successful candidates will also demonstrate:

• At least two years of grant writing/reporting experience
• Exceptional writing ability and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• A commitment to producing consistently high quality, detailed work
• The ability to identify challenges and actively work to find solutions
• The ability to learn quickly, adhere to tight deadlines, work in a fast paced environment and multi-task effectively
• Familiarity with education issues, research and policy
• The ability to work well independently and with others
• Strong word processing, page layout and graphics design skills (proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint required)
• Flexibility and comfort with ambiguity
• The ability to work effectively with others at all levels of an organization and to consistently display a high level of professionalism in all interactions
• A willingness to work non-standard hours and/or occasional weekends

Compensation
The annual salary for this position is $55,000 or commensurate with experience in a similar position. We also offer a motivated team of colleagues, a collegial atmosphere that values professional development, a comprehensive benefits plan effective on the first day of employment including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, and a 403(b) plan with matching as well as the opportunity to impact the direction of a growing, mission-driven company that is committed to the success of our nation's children.

Communications and Development Team
The Communications and Development Team is a small, dynamic group responsible for TNTP's marketing, fundraising, public relations and communications efforts. TNTP is a revenue-generating non-profit organization that utilizes a blended revenue model to sustain and advance its work nationwide. A majority of TNTP's annual revenue comes from contracts with the school districts and states to which it delivers services; at present, 30% of TNTP's annual revenue comes from leading philanthropies, and TNTP also receives funds from federal grant programs to support specific initiatives. TNTP's FY10 operating budget is approximately $43 million.

Among other things, the Communications and Development team develops materials about TNTP and its programs for external use, coordinates the release of TNTP policy studies, provides communications and public relations support to more than 30 TNTP project sites, manages the organization's overall marketing and fundraising strategies, generates grant proposals and applications for new business, and coordinates with existing and prospective funders. In addition to playing an integral role in the organization's efforts to meet its annual contract and revenue goals, this team is charged with shaping The New Teacher Project's messages and image, an increasingly important responsibility for a rapidly growing organization. In 2009, TNTP was featured in stories by the New York Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, TIME magazine, NPR, Wall Street Journal, Denver Post, The New Yorker, and other major media outlets.

To Apply
Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online. We review applications on a rolling basis so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. We will not consider applications without a cover letter tailored to this position, which can be addressed to the Human Capital Team. The New Teacher Project is committed to fostering and capitalizing on the diversity of our organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply to this position. If you would like to learn more about our mission, please visit our web site at www.tntp.org.

Publications Editor
Friday, June 25, 2010
By: Tracy Crow

An education association, NSDC's publications provide the bridge between what is known about high-quality staff development and how you can put those ideas into practice. The editor must ensure the integrity of NSDC's brand & message in all communication.

Reports to: Associate Director of Publications
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Publications 70% of time
Edit and oversees production on T3, Learning System, Tools, Learning Principal, Policy Points.
Assists with editing of JSD articles.
Manages JSD correspondence.
Copyedits and reviews summer and annual conference programs.
Creates emailers for all newsletters and JSD for those who elect to get emails electronic only.
Provides other editorial assistance as required.
Web site/Electronic Communications Technology 15%
Edits evidence database entries.
Assists in content creation and editing for web site in concert with communications team.
Communications and Marketing 15%
Contributes to and provides editing assistance for the organization's communication efforts;
Contributes to ensuring brand integrity;
Provides editing assistance for marketing for NSDC products, programs, presentations, events, exhibits and sponsorships, and special initiatives.
Monitors systematically all sources of news, research, reports, etc., for potential responses, partnerships, and publications information.

NSDC Team Member
Collaborates with other staff members to implement strategic plan.
Supports colleagues and acts as a "back-up" in their absence when needed.
Participates in consensus decision-making.
Completes annual growth plan and professional development process.
Seeks to continuously improve work processes and methods to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Works in compliance with NSDC staff agreements, employee policies, budget, and protocols.
Exemplifies professionalism in all NSDC work.

Experience/skills required
The successful candidate must have strong written and interpersonal communications skills and demonstrated experience working with others in a deadline-driven publications position. Candidate must have strong skills in editing, writing, proofreading, researching, and crafting content for print and online resources. A bachelor's degree in journalism, English or similar subject, and two to four years of professional experience in writing for and editing publications is required. Experience in nonprofit, education, or association publications desired.

Salary
Salary range is $50,000 - $55,000, commensurate with experience, and in line with similar positions in national non-profit organizations.
Applicants submit a résumé and two to three artifacts that provide evidence of how he or she meets the qualifications and position description in a single file in either .pdf or Word format labeled with the candidate's last name and first initial. Application files should be submitted to joel.reynolds@nsdc.org no later than Wednesday, June 30, 2010.

EWA Seeks Marketing and Development Coordinator
Wednesday, June 23, 2010

This new position will help manage EWA's marketing, membership, sponsorship, and fundraising initiatives

The National Education Writers Association, the Washington-based professional organization dedicated to improving the quality and quantity of education journalism, seeks a Marketing and Development Coordinator to help lead its marketing, membership, sponsor-development, and fundraising efforts.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organized multitasker excited about furthering the mission of a nonprofit organization primarily focused on serving the nation's education reporters. Knowledge of education and experience in nonprofit development, member relations, and constituency marketing are strongly preferred.

EWA is being restructured to better meet the evolving needs of reporters and other education communicators. Because the person filling the newly created position of Marketing and Community Coordinator will help chart the organization's new directions, we are looking for a combination of creative thinking and strong ability to execute on time and within budget. 
Working under the supervision of the executive director in the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C., the Marketing and Community Coordinator will:

• Carry out the organization’s overall marketing strategy, with an emphasis on online marketing to existing and potential members, event attendees, sponsors, and funders.
• Develop and implement a new marketing plan for EWA’s live and virtual events, including its annual National Seminar. 
• Create and execute a plan for significantly ramping up the organization's sponsorship program. 
• Assist the executive director with fundraising, including researching potential philanthropic partners, drafting grant proposals, and reporting back to foundations on grant-funded activities and expenditures.
• Plan and implement changes in the event-management approach used by the organization to produce its National Seminar.

Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, as are strong interpersonal skills and a knack for sales and marketing. Candidates should be familiar with the use of focus groups and surveys, as well as membership and marketing databases. They should also be proficient with e-mail and Web-based promotion and sponsorship strategies.    
 
Salary is commensurate with experience, and health, dental, and other benefits are offered.

Please send a CV and cover letter describing your qualifications to jobs@ewa.org. 

Education Week Seeks Commentary Editor
Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Education Week is seeking a creative, intellectually engaged editor to direct its print and online opinion sections and features.

Education Week, the respected, independent newspaper of record for American K-12 education, is seeking a creative, intellectually engaged editor to direct its print and online opinion sections and features. Education Week takes no editorial positions, but provides a forum for the robust exchange of views and ideas by policy experts, scholars, school leaders, frontline educators, and others with a stake in education. Its Commentary section has a well-established reputation as the leading venue for opinion in the precollegiate field, and the newspaper’s online site, edweek.org, plays an increasingly central part in expanding its opinion offerings and reaching new readers.

The job opening for Commentary editor offers an exceptional opportunity to build on this strong foundation to help advance the national discourse in a critical area of public policy. The editor will be asked to think broadly and innovatively about how Education Week engages its audience of education professionals and other readers through both print and digital media. He/she will help lead the development of new opinion offerings on edweek.org and advance Education Week’s use of the full array of social-media tools, with the aim of fostering a lively but civil virtual community to explore K-12 issues.       

Published by the nonprofit Editorial Projects in Education, Education Week has a subscriber base of nearly 50,000 for its print edition (37 issues a year) and a “pass-along” readership of more than 260,000 others. The edweek.org site has more than 1 million registrants and some 400,000 unique visitors a month. Other Education Week offerings include a daily electronic newsletter (with nearly 240,000 subscribers), specialized e-newsletters, periodic special reports, and a growing program of live and virtual events. 

Key duties: The Commentary editor is responsible for a multi-page section of Education Week that includes essays by outside authors, letters to the editor, and periodic book listings and excerpts, as well as for online-only opinion pieces on edweek.org. He/she selects and commissions commentaries (currently totaling some 250 per year); edits them in consultation with the authors; schedules them for publication; coordinates with graphic designers and Web producers; and shepherds all copy through final proofreading and production. He/she screens unsolicited manuscripts (some 800 per year), maintains contacts with authors, and seeks out new authors. A deputy editor helps with administrative, editorial, and production tasks.

Qualifications: The job demands keen editorial judgment, a sophisticated understanding of the K-12 policy landscape, and an ability to identify emerging ideas and fresh voices in education. At least five years’ experience in a news or other publishing organization is required, along with excellent editing skills. A candidate must be comfortable with online media, adept at working across print and digital platforms, and able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. 

Salary is commensurate with experience and comes with excellent benefits. The office is located in Bethesda, Md., a vibrant suburb just outside Washington, D.C.

To apply: Send letter, resume, and work samples to CommSearch@epe.org or to Education Week, Dept. GC, 6935 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. Equal Opportunity Employer

Dallas Morning News seeks education reporter
Tuesday, June 22, 2010

The Dallas Morning News seeks a seasoned education reporter to join our team covering Dallas public schools.

The Dallas Morning News seeks a seasoned education reporter to join our team covering Dallas public schools. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to execute sophisticated enterprise while managing a newsy beat. We also seek someone with an eye for fresh, classroom-level topics that resonate with students and parents. Investigative skills and an ability to look critically at education policies, finances and practices are essential. Experience covering urban school systems is required. Candidates who speak Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Qualified candidates should contact assistant Metro editor Kamrhan Farwell at kfarwell@dallasnews.com by the close of business Friday, June 25.
 

NABJ Seeks Executive Director
Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Search extended for new leader

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), the nation’s oldest and largest organization for journalists of color, is seeking an executive director to lead it into the next decade. If you are well-organized, outgoing and passionate about journalism and diversity, skilled in managing a multimillion-dollar organization and eager to work with an engaging staff and dynamic membership, then this is your opportunity.

Responsibilities
The NABJ executive director serves as the chief administrator of our association, responsible to the Board of Directors for the day-to-day operations. The executive director is responsible for managing all aspects of the organization, from recommending and participating in the formulation of the association’s mission, goals, and objectives and related policies to planning, organizing, managing, overseeing and directing the staff, finances, programs, publications, fundraising and general activities of the organization. The position includes considerable domestic travel.

Qualifications
The most competitive candidate for the executive director position must:

• Conference Management
• Finance and Accounting
• Fundraising
•  Leadership and Execution
• Marketing and Branding
• Membership Recruitment and Retention
• Negotiating
• Problem Solving

    * Have a proven track record of fundraising and networking, excellent oral and written communication skills
    

• Embrace 21st century technology
• Have at least a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance or related fields
• Have experience with new media frontiers and possess the skills required to access them

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Minimum of five years experience in management and leadership in an organization, corporation or association
• MBA or an advanced degree in a related field
• Previous experience working in a non-profit organization
• Previous experience planning major events

Salary
The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000. The salary and bonus structure offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation and a bonus plan based on performance. In addition, the successful candidate will be able to enjoy additional perks such as a flexible work schedule, telecommuting and travel.

How to Apply
NABJ is being assisted with this important search by Linnie Carter & Associates LLC. All communication related to this search will be held in confidence.

Competitive applicants should e-mail the following documents to linnie@linniecarter.com:

• Cover letter typed in Microsoft Word (The cover letter should address each of the bulleted areas in the aforementioned qualifications section. The bulleted items should be formatted as subheadings, and applicants’ relevant experience should be provided below each subheading. Each subheading should be bolded.)
• Résumé typed in Microsoft Word
• One typed writing sample from the past 12 months
• Names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of five references

Incomplete applications and those that do not adhere to the required format will not be considered. In addition, application materials must be e-mailed directly to Linnie Carter & Associates LLC. Those e-mailed or mailed elsewhere will not be considered. Finally, application materials will not be returned.

The deadline for applications is June 25, 2010.

Education Writer
Monday, June 14, 2010
By: Amber Thigpen

The Dallas Morning News is seeking an education reporter

The Dallas Morning News seeks a seasoned education reporter to join our team covering Dallas public schools. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to execute sophisticated enterprise while managing a newsy beat. We also seek someone with an eye for fresh, classroom-level topics that resonate with students and parents. Investigative skills and an ability to look critically at education policies, finances and practices are essential. Experience covering urban school systems is required. Candidates who speak Spanish are encouraged to apply.
Qualified candidates should contact assistant Metro editor Kamrhan Farwell at kfarwell@dallasnews.com by the close of business Friday, June 25.

Participant Media has two job openings
Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Participant Media, an entertainment production company, seeks a campaign manager and outreach director

Participant Media, an entertainment production company, is seeking an experienced Campaign
Manager to run an 8-10 month social action campaign connected to the movie, Waiting for
“Superman” (WFS), which is scheduled to be released in the fall of 2010. The campaign, which is
designed to advance the nationwide movement for public education reform, will be dedicated to
ensuring that every child gets a great education and is prepared for life beyond high school. The
campaign will utilize a multi-faceted, multi-tiered approach that engages celebrities, the media,
policymakers, educators, business and thought leaders and the American public on the local,
state and national levels.

This position will be responsible for the overall coordination and day-to-day management of a
nationwide social action campaign. The Campaign Manager will supervise staff and consultants
and oversee all campaign activities, including advocacy, programming and event management,
on-line mobilization, and messaging and communications. The position will report to
Participant’s Social Action SVP and will reside in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and Implement Strategy – Work with Participant’s Social Action SVP and other
   senior staff to implement strategy and oversee day-to-day activities. Conduct regularly
   scheduled management team meetings/conference calls and consult on a regular basis with
2. Participant’s management on campaign strategy, direction and implementation. Inform
   campaign Advisory Council of current status with regularly scheduled email updates and
   strategy conference calls.
   Supervise Staff – Supervise staff, which could include National Outreach Director, Event
   Director, Digital Director, and others.
3. Oversee National Outreach Operation – Supervise National Outreach Director and oversee
   outreach efforts to all WFS partners in targeted states to push out the pledge and mobilize
   support for, and participation in, campaign events and activities.
4. Oversee Live Events Operation – Supervise Event Director and oversee the development and
   implementation of live events around the country, including education forums, town hall
   meetings, and special elite and state legislator screenings.
5. Oversee On-line Mobilization Operation – Supervise Digital Director and oversee
   implementation of on-line mobilization activities in pursuit of the pledge and campaign
   advocacy efforts

Position Requirements:

The position requires 10-15 years of senior political campaign and/or organizing experience and
demonstrated leadership capabilities. Knowledge of education issues is desirable. Management
experience and the ability to lead a team of staff and consultants are required, as are excellent
communications and interpersonal skills. Periodic travel is anticipated. Competitive salary
offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Participant Media:
Participant Media was founded in 2004 with the goal of creating quality entertainment about
meaningful issues, while engaging audiences, generating awareness of topical subjects and
inspiring individuals to take action. To this end, the company has created social action campaigns
of varying degrees for each of its films. Participant teams with non-profits and corporations who
are committed to creating an open forum for discussion and education and who can offer specific
ways for audience members to get involved. To date, Participant has developed active, working
relationships with 156 non-profits. Participant was responsible for a worldwide phenomenon
with its 2006 documentary, An Inconvenient Truth, which went on to become one of the highestgrossing documentaries of all time, while raising public awareness of the threat posed by global warming. Among its other films are Syriana, Good Night and Good Luck, The Kite Runner, Charlie Wilson's War, Food, Inc. and the 2010 Academy Award winner, The Cove.

To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to both John Schreiber at john.schreiber@participantmedia.com and Liana Schwarz at liana.schwarz@participantmedia.com.

OUTREACH DIRECTOR
Participant Media, an entertainment production company, is seeking an Outreach Director to
oversee and implement a national advocacy outreach effort for an 8-10 month social action
campaign. The campaign is connected to the movie, Waiting for “Superman” (WFS), which is
scheduled to be released in the fall of 2010, and is designed to advance the nationwide
movement for public education reform. It will be dedicated to ensuring that every child gets a
great education and is prepared for life beyond high school. The campaign will utilize a multifaceted, multi-tiered approach that engages celebrities, the media, policymakers, educators,
business and thought leaders and the American public on the local, state and national levels.
This position will be responsible for the management and implementation of all outreach
efforts to organizations, including non-profits, corporations and funders, that have agreed to
partner on the social action campaign. The Outreach Director will supervise a Campaign
Coordinator and will coordinate activities with consultants and partner organizations, as
necessary. The position will report to the Campaign Manager and will reside in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and Implement Outreach Strategy – Work with the Campaign Manager and
   Participant’s Social Action SVP to develop and implement the campaign’s outreach strategy.
2. Supervise Staff – Supervise staff, including a Campaign Coordinator, and outside consultants,
   as appropriate.
3. Oversee Implementation of Pledge – Develop and implement efforts to push out the
   campaign pledge through outreach to WFS partner organizations.
4. Coordinate Statewide Organizing Efforts – Oversee, in coordination with campaign partners
   and consultants, a strategy to recruit, engage and mobilize up to 25 Team Leaders in each of 15-25 targeted cities/states who will take action in support of the campaign’s pledge and
   advocacy efforts.
5. Mobilize Support for Campaign Activities – Work with partner organizations and campaign
   staff to generate support for, and participation in, campaign events and activities, including
   advocacy efforts, education forums, and a National Townhall meeting.

Position Requirements:
The position requires 5-12 years of senior organizing experience with advocacy and/or national
political organizations. Demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellent communications and
interpersonal skills are required. Knowledge of education issues is desirable. Periodic travel is
anticipated. Competitive salary offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Participant Media:

Participant Media was founded in 2004 with the goal of creating quality entertainment about
meaningful issues, while engaging audiences, generating awareness of topical subjects and
inspiring individuals to take action. To this end, the company has created social action campaigns
of varying degrees for each of its films. Participant teams with non-profits and corporations who
are committed to creating an open forum for discussion and education and who can offer specific
ways for audience members to get involved. To date, Participant has developed active, working
relationships with 156 non-profits. Participant was responsible for a worldwide phenomenon
with its 2006 documentary, An Inconvenient Truth, which went on to become one of the highestgrossing documentaries of all time, while raising public awareness of the threat posed by global warming. Among its other films are Syriana, Good Night and Good Luck, The Kite Runner, Charlie Wilson's War, Food, Inc. and the 2010 Academy Award winner, The Cove.

To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to both John Schreiber at
john.schreiber@participantmedia.com and Liana Schwarz at
liana.schwarz@participantmedia.com.

SERP Institute has two job openings
Monday, June 7, 2010

SERP, a non-profit education research and development organization, seeks a project director in Boston and a DC based research manager.

SERP is a non-profit education research and development organization that was incubated at the National Academy of Sciences, and became an independent Institute in 2003.  The Mission of the SERP Institute is to address urgent problems of classroom and school practice in a timely manner by establishing long-term partnerships with school districts, and engaging in problem-solving research and development with teams of highly accomplished, interdisciplinary researchers, practitioners, and designers/social entrepreneurs.

1.  Boston R&D Project Director Position
Overview:  The SERP Institute, an education research and development organization, seeks a Boston-based project director for a five year, multi-dimensional research and development program focused on reading comprehension in the middle grades.  The project work involves PIs in multiple universities, and partnership with multiple school districts.  Position responsibilities will include managing the collaboration within and across school sites, managing data collection activities, interacting with project sponsors, and writing reports, summaries, and other documents. 

SERP has maintained a partnership with the Boston Public Schools for the past five years.
Qualifications:  Applicants should have a minimum of five years experience in education-related research or research management. A Ph.D. or Ed.D. is desirable, but a master's degree will be considered sufficient if the individual has considerable research management experience.  Previous experience interacting with, or working in, school districts is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills in written and oral language are critical. Experience with curriculum design and development is valuable but not required.

Requirements for Success:  The SERP Institute is a relatively young organization with an ambitious mission.  Success in the SERP environment will require dedication to that mission, flexibility in the kinds of tasks one is willing to take on, a willingness to work respectfully with people in universities, schools, and other organizations.
Compensation: Salary for the position will reflect the successful candidate's experience within the parameters of the project grants. 

     
Applications: Please send an email to Bhoffmaster@serpinstitute.org by June 30th with "Boston Project Director" in the subject line, and attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references. Please, no phone inquiries!

2.  Washington, DC R&D Project Management Position

Overview:  The SERP Institute a seeks a research manager for two large-scale literacy projects.   Project work focuses on content area literacy in the middle grades, and involves R&D partnership work with multiple universities and with multiple school districts.
 
Responsibilities and Qualifications: 
Position responsibilities will include managing cross-site R&D collaboration activities, interacting with project sponsors, and writing reports, summaries, and other documents. Occasional short-term travel may be required.
 
Applicants should have a minimum of five years experience in education-related research or research management. A Ph.D. or Ed.D. is desirable, but a master's degree will be considered sufficient if the individual has considerable research or R&D management experience.  Previous experience interacting with, or working in, school districts is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills in written and oral language are critical. Attention to detail and ability to multitask are critical requirements.
 
Requirements for Success:  The SERP Institute is a relatively young organization with an ambitious mission.  Success in the SERP environment will require dedication to that mission, flexibility in the kinds of tasks one is willing to take on, a willingness to work respectfully with people in universities, schools, and other organizations.
 
Compensation: Salary for the position will reflect the successful candidate's experience within the parameters of the project grants.   
 
Applications: Please send an email to Bhoffmaster@serpinstitute.org by June 30th with "DC Project Manager" in the subject line, and attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references. Please, no phone inquiries!

Education reporter
Monday, June 7, 2010
By: Michael Regan

Non-profit news organization seeks education reporter to join six person team.

The Connecticut Mirror is a non-profit, non-partisan on-line news organization covering government, politics and public policy in the state. Our goal is to revitalize coverage of news in the public interest at a time when most traditional news organizations in the state have had to make drastic cuts in their newsrooms.

We're looking for an education reporter to join our six-person news staff. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience covering education, be a skilled writer with the ability to balance in-depth enterprise and analysis with breaking news, and have Internet skills to help us provide news and information in a variety of ways (website, social networking, email, etc.) to reach the broadest possible audience.

We offer pay with benefits, long hours and great experience as part of the team launching this ground-breaking project. Work with award-winning journalists in an exciting news environment that will include critical issues being decided at the state Capitol and some of the most-watched mid-term elections in the nation.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, three to five work samples and references to jobs@ctmirror.org. Please include "education" in the subject line. The Connecticut Mirror is committed to seeking diversity in its workforce.

Education Week seeks dynamic reporter
Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Reporter needed to write news, features, blogs and to contribute to special projects.

Education Week, the respected, independent newspaper of record for K-12 education, is seeking an intellectually curious reporter to write news, news analysis, trend stories, blog entries, and features, and to contribute to special projects. This is a chance to report for a national audience of decision makers and administrators about a high-profile area of public policy. The successful candidate will be a versatile journalist able to produce incisive, explanatory journalism for the newspaper, file breaking news stories for our continually updated website, and keep readers abreast of a news beat through frequent blog postings. An ability to translate complex academic research for wider audiences is also a plus.

Qualifications include at least three years of reporting experience, ability to juggle multiple assignments, reliability at meeting deadlines, and experience working with both print and digital platforms. Salary commensurate with experience. Congenial workplace in a vibrant suburb just outside Washington, D.C.

Send cover letter, resume, and writing samples to: edweekreporter@epe.org You can also send hard copies to: Education Week Dept. KD 6935 Arlington Road Bethesda, MD 20814-5233

Newspaper Education Reporter
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
By: Peggy Nielsen

The Modesto Bee is looking for a reporter to join its education team.

The Modesto Bee, a 68,000-circulation daily in Central California, is looking for an experienced K-12 education reporter. The right applicant will have proven experience covering schools, be a self-starter and highly organized. He or she must have a solid grasp of trends in and out of the classroom -- the impact of budget cuts, staff reductions and larger class sizes; labor issues; teacher preparation; state testing and evaluation procedures; vocational education and charter schools; and an understanding of socio-demographic data and its affect on schools. The right candidate will have a proven ability to produce a mix of daily stories as well as explanatory coverage. Spanish language skill is desired, but not required.

The Bee's newsroom is one of achievement, training and fun. We want energetic, aggressive reporters with an ear for the language, computer and database skills, a curiosity for their beat and an appreciation for readers.

Modesto is a diverse city of 210,000 in the heart of the Central Valley. It is close to the Bay Area, the Sierra and Sacramento, but with plenty of its own to offer a renovated downtown, expanding cultural and entertainment options, a mild climate and myriad parks and recreational opportunities.
If you're interested, e-mail a resume, five to seven writing clips and three professional references to employment@modbee.com Deadline May 28, 2010. EOE

PreK-12 Account Manager/Sr. Account Manager
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
By: Daniel Kaufman

Widmeyer Communications is looking for an Account Manager/Sr. Account Manager for its PreK-12 DC team.

Account Manager/Senior Account Manager Washington, DC
Widmeyer Communications, a DC-based public relations firm seeks energetic, self-motivated candidates for account manager/senior account manager position. Applicants must have 4-6 years agency or other relevant communications experience. Experience with client relations and management is required. Familiarity with PreK-12 education issues a plus.
Candidates should also possess strong media strategy and outreach experience, excellent writing and organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to meet strict deadlines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
AM/SAM will join a dynamic account team committed to delivering outstanding public relations, public affairs and communications services to leading corporations, foundations, associations, and government agencies.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits package. Please send resume with cover letter and writing samples to:
Widmeyer Communications
Attn: Human Resources
Job Reference: AM/SAM
jobs@widmeyer.com
EEO

Education Week Seeks Event Contents Manager
Saturday, May 8, 2010
By: Dakarai Aarons

Will manage content for leadership forums and virtual events

Education Week, the respected, independent source of news and information on K-12 education, is seeking a versatile, creative, organizationally adept manager to help develop programming and coordinate operations for a growing slate of live and virtual events aimed at school leaders and other educators.
This job offers an entrepreneurially minded person a chance to grow professionally as Education Week and its online site, edweek.org, expand their commitment in this area of service to the education field.
The events content manager works with editors and reporters to identify topics, conceptualize programs, and select featured guests and panelists for live Leadership Forums, webinars, and online chats. He/she works across the organization, including with marketing, sales, and audience-development staff members, in planning, scheduling, promoting, and producing events.
Responsibilities also include helping to analyze survey data on potential topics; writing and editing print and digital promotional materials; reviewing PowerPoint presentations for live events and webinars; ensuring audiovisual needs for live events are met; and coordinating staging of events.
Education Week currently presents four live events a year, with approximately 150 to 200 paid registrants per event, in addition to more than 50 webinars or online chats. Topics for the live Leadership Forums have included "Making Data Matter: Tools to Accelerate Achievement," "Powering Through the Recession: Strategies for Keeping Student Achievement on Track," and "Smart Ed-Tech Strategies for Tough Times."
Among the recent webinar topics are "Building Bridges to Better E-Learning," "Engaging Students, Teachers, and Parents to End the Dropout Epidemic," and "Is the Stimulus Meeting Its K-12 Goals?" Building on the promising results so far in the events realm is a top organizational priority. In helping to advance that effort, the new manager will have the opportunity to think broadly and innovatively about formats and individual features of live and virtual events.
Education Week/edweek.org is published by Editorial Projects in Education, a nonprofit corporation based in Bethesda, Md., dedicated to providing timely, high-quality information across multiple print and digital platforms to serve K-12 policy leaders, administrators, and other education professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS: The events content manager must be able to think conceptually, then frame ideas for programs in concrete, marketable terms and execute them successfully in collaboration with editorial and business colleagues, outside contractors, and guests. He/she needs excellent verbal skills (both oral and written), outstanding interpersonal skills, exceptional attention to detail, proficiency in standard office technology (including PowerPoint), and an ability to juggle tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure. Some experience with planning or managing live or virtual conferences, seminars, or other events is needed. Familiarity with education issues and policy trends is preferred, and news-media experience is a major plus. The job requires some travel.
Salary is commensurate with experience and comes with excellent benefits. The office is located in a vibrant suburb just outside Washington, D.C., and within walking distance of the Metro system.

TO APPLY: Send letter and resume to eventsearch@epe.org or to Gregory Chronister, Executive Editor, Education Week, 6935 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. Equal Opportunity Employer

Public service/education editor
Thursday, May 6, 2010
By: Icess Fernandez

The Shreveport Times is looking for a Public Service/Education Editor to manage a three-person team

The successful candidate will also coordinate long- and short-term investigative and public service projects; plan for Sunday 1A content each month; work with other editors across the department to make sure Sunday 1A content is diverse and comprehensive. WIll edit enterprise and daily copy as needed; help maintain The Times' Datacenter; coordinate release of databases to populate the site.
At least 10 years of daily newsgathering experience, with at least 5 as an editor or supervisor; strong editing skills. Must be familiar with online storytelling and components unique to online environment.
Must present demonstrated writing and reporting ability.

KQED Public Radio, San Francisco
Thursday, April 29, 2010
By: Kathryn Baron

KQED has five newsroom openings

Senior Editor News This editor will lead our new on-air and online news team covering the Bay Area. He or she will run the assignment desk along with our mid-day News Editor and supervise several key staffers.

AM News Anchor This newscaster will anchor our morning newscast in Morning Edition & beyond and contribute to our online headlines and blog. He or she will help develop the kind of smart newscasts that public radio audiences have come to expect.

General Assignment Reporter This reporter will be our main general assignment reporter for local newscasts and online content. He or she will fill in for the AM News Anchor when necessary.

Online News Editor/Blogger This editor is responsible for our news blog and editorial headlines and other news on the web and our other online platforms.

Los Angeles Bureau Chief, The California Report

Go to http://www.kqed.org/about/jobs/.

Select KQED San Francisco and then search.

Juneau Empire seeks city and education reporter
Wednesday, April 28, 2010

The newspaper is looking for a reporter that can write on topics in the Borough of Juneau and the Juneau School District.

Newspaper seeks reporter that can write feature stories, handle day-to-day news reporting and meeting coverage, as well as investigative projects. Reporters should have at least two years of daily newspaper experience, and a four-year degree in journalism, communications or equivalent experience. Photojournalism experience a plus.

For more information, visit:http://juneauempire.com/

Education Sector Seeks New Director
Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Washington-based think tank conducting nationwide search for its next leader.

The executive director will report to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for the activities, growth and overall wellbeing of Education Sector. Trilogy Search, is leading the search process. Interested candidates may contact Chuck Pappalardo at chuckp@trilogysearch.com. To learn more about the position go here.

Higher Education Reporter Wanted
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
By: Phil Freedman

Delaware News Journal seeks experienced watchdog reporter for online and print.

The News Journal, a statewide daily in Delaware, has an immediate opening for an experienced reporter who can cover higher education. The right candidate must be able to craft compelling narratives woven with details from the street as well as documents obtained from sources or through the Freedom of Information Act. We place a high priority on watchdog projects in every beat. We break news online, so the right candidate must hit deadlines that pass every minute, engage with social networks and be adept at acquiring databases that feed enterprise reporting while also giving readers statistical depth they can't get anywhere else. Delaware is a great place to live, just 20 minutes from Philadelphia, 90 minutes from Baltimore and 2 hours from Washington, D.C. and New York City. Delaware beaches are among the best on the East Coast.

E-mail resume and clips to Local Editor Phil Freedman at pfreedman@delawareonline.com or send them to him c/o The News Journal, 950 W. Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720. No phone calls.

Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University seeks director of strategic communications
Wednesday, March 3, 2010

The director will help broaden the Institute's participation in local, national and international educational policy dialogue

The Director of Strategic Communications is an essential member of the Annenberg Institute’s Leadership Team. The Director leads the creation, implementation, and evaluation of a strategic communications and knowledge-sharing plan that broadens the Institute’s participation in the local, national, and international educational policy dialogues and promotes an institutional image/brand and accompanying messaging strategy. The main goal of the strategy is to position the Institute's vision, leaders, and products in the fields of education reform and public policy to general and trade media.

The Director supports the Executive Director and senior staff in articulating and sharing the Institute's vision and expertise with key external audiences and works with AISR departments to ensure effective internal communication.

The Director serves as editor-in-chief for all Institute publications and external communications and supervises the staff and work of an eight-member Communications (print, web, technology) team. The Director has primary responsibility for development, production oversight, and promotion of the Institute's quarterly journal, Voices in Urban Education.

In collaboration with Institute leadership, the Director supports marketing and fundraising efforts and leverages communications tools and strategies to strengthen the development of financial resources necessary to sustain growth and promote continuous program improvement.

Qualifications:

    * Master’s Degree and at least seven years of combined experience in communications and education or related fields

    * Broad and in-depth leadership experience in strategic communications planning and management of complex communications programs, including print, broadcast, and electronic media targeted at a national level.

    * Extensive knowledge of K-12 education – local, regional, and national, a keen understanding of major urban education policy and equity issues and of the national media outlets that provide influential coverage of K-12 education.

    * Significant experience in non-profit management, development including funder relations and grant writing.

    * Strong organizational and proven project management skills and attention to detail.

    * Significant experience supervising the work activities and career development of a team of full-time staff.

    * Ability to communicate effectively through variety of channels, including on-line, face-to-face, video and print and maintain a high level of professionalism and comfort in the world of education policy, education reform, community engagement, educational leadership, media relations, municipal leadership, and a wide range of other stakeholders.

    * A positive, proactive approach to solving challenges, by working with interdependent teams, as well as independently, and being able to respond quickly in a rapidly changing, dynamic environment.

    * Ability to work calmly and in a collegial fashion under pressure and a personal style that will promote excellent interpersonal and collaborative relationships with a diverse group of colleagues within the Institute and a range of partners in the field. 

Apply online at http://careers.brown.edu/

Education Sector Seeks Senior Writer/ Editor
Monday, March 1, 2010

Independent think tank needs experienced, multi-talented writer/editor who can synthesize and communicate complex public policy issues

Education Sector an independent think tank based in Washington, D.C. is seeking a senior writer/editor to join its staff. The person will be responsible for the following:

• Edit/re-write major research reports, policy briefs and magazine articles
• Advance policy ideas by crafting editorials, speeches, and other materials
• Blog, conduct interviews, and write and/or co-author original articles on key educational
issues
• Assist as needed with a wide variety of additional communications activities and editorial
functions, including copy-editing and proofreading both print and online materials.

This is a high-level, but flexible position. We are open to both part-time and full-time applicants,
but expect that the successful applicant will be able to dedicate at least 50% time to our work.
The most competitive candidates will have extensive experience with writing and editing both
complex, long-form feature articles and short, persuasive pieces. Candidates should be highly
organized, meticulous with detail, and have demonstrated strong multi-tasking capability.
Exemplary writing and editing skills, creativity, and an ability to work both independently and
collaboratively on multiple projects and tasks are essential, as is knowledge and proficiency in
MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). A commitment to improving American
education is required; work experience in and/or knowledge of educational issues and public policy is strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience; generous benefits, including health,
dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, monthly leave time for volunteer work, a flexible
spending account, and a yearly contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan are also possible
(depending on the degree of part-time/full-time status). This position is located in our
Washington, DC offices, just south of Dupont Circle (a flexible work schedule and partial telecommuting
is also available).

Applying for the Position
To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, and at least THREE
writing samples (preferably of varying lengths and on multiple topics) to
hr@educationsector.org. The subject line in your e-mail should read “Senior Writer/Editor.”

Writers Needed
Thursday, February 25, 2010
By: Leisa Fell

National Education Association's Member Benefits seeks freelancers

The National Education Association's Member Benefits Corp. (NEA's MBC), is looking for experienced freelance writers to provide original content with an education angle for its web site, neamb.com. Our audience consists of the 3.2 million teachers and education professionals that make up the NEA.

We are interested in writers who understand the lives of educators and can create short (550-750 words) feature articles that speak to our K-12 education-focused audience. Our most pressing need is for writers who can provide content for our Professional Resources section, which consists of features about classroom/education culture, classroom technology, and other general education topics set at a national level. Please see our web site and review our content to understand our style. Writers who have recent K-12 teaching experience are preferred.
If interested, please send a resume and at least three samples to: editor@neamb.com

Education Week seeks Assistant Managing Editor
Thursday, February 18, 2010

Editor will work on print and online publications

Education Week, the respected, “go to” source for news and information on K-12 education, is seeking a creative, versatile Assistant Managing Editor to join a talented team of editors, reporters, contributing writers, Web producers, and other media professionals dedicated to providing first-rate print and digital content for education policymakers, frontline educators, and wider audiences.

Published by the independent, nonprofit organization Editorial Projects in Education, Education Week spans multiple platforms, including a weekly print edition (with a subscriber base of nearly 50,000 and a “pass-along” readership of more than 260,000 others), a well-established online presence at edweek.org  (with more than 1 million registrants and some 400,000 unique visitors a month), a daily electronic newsletter (with nearly 240,000 subscribers), other specialized e-newsletters, periodic special reports, a growing roster of staff- and guest-written blogs, popular webinars and online chats, video, and a recently launched series of live events for education leaders. Education Week has embraced the use of Web 2.0 tools, which have been integrated across edweek.org and on social-networking and other content-sharing sites, including Twitter, Facebook, and Vimeo.

Applicants for the AME position must be enthusiastic about using the full range of media tools available to 21st-century journalists, and with taking an entrepreneurial approach to developing new applications for those tools and forging partnerships to help expand the content and reach of Education Week.  

Duties include: Overseeing print and online coverage in assigned beat areas, including managing a core group of staff reporters; establishing relationships with contributing writers and other freelancers to augment and complement staff reporting; conceiving and assigning story ideas; editing copy for substance, style, and usage; writing print and Web headlines and promotional text; collaborating with other editors and the Web, design, and photo staffs in planning, producing, and presenting news coverage and other content; and helping identify and implement ideas for webinars, chats, and live events.                  

Qualifications: At least five years’ experience in a news organization, including editing experience, is required. The job demands keen news judgment and sharp editing skills; an ability to work effectively with reporters and other colleagues, both one-on-one and as part of a team; and a knack for juggling multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced but congenial work environment. Knowledge of education policy issues is a plus.

Salary is commensurate with experience and comes with excellent benefits. The office is located in Bethesda, Md., a vibrant suburb just outside Washington, D.C.

To apply: Send letter, resume, and work samples to AMEsearch@epe.org or to Education Week, Dept. GC, 6935 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. Equal Opportunity Employer

The Chronicle of Higher Education and The Chronicle of Philanthropy seek talented news researcher and writer
Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Journalist will manage several database projects

The Chronicle of Higher Education and The Chronicle of Philanthropy are looking for a senior news researcher and writer to join its editorial research team that produces surveys and databases and computer-assisted reporting projects for both publications. The publications are seeking a top-notch writer and numbers person who can explain complicated data in both story and graphical forms that grab readers’ attention.

The successful candidate will manage several existing database projects, suggest and plan new projects, report and write articles based on data, work with reporters and editors to provide data on both deadline and long-range projects, and collaborate with the art department and web producers to create and enhance data graphics.

Requirements: Extensive experience with database reporting, with the ability to construct, maintain, and work with quantitative databases. Deep knowledge of the tools to make database reporting successful, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Excel, Access, and Filemaker, with some familiarity of online data-presentation software, such as ArcInfo, Django, or Web Frameworks. Demonstrated ability in presenting data online and in maps and mashups in a reader-friendly and engaging way. Strong attention to detail is necessary. Some knowledge of external online data resources in the fields of higher education and the nonprofit world, a plus.

 Interested candidates should send a cover letter, résumé, and up to five samples of their work to datajob@chronicle.com with “Senior News Researcher and Writer” in the subject heading. No phone calls, please.

Online Editor
Monday, February 15, 2010
By: Toni Coleman

ONLINE EDITOR: Diverse: Issues In Higher Education is looking for an energetic and organized online editor to work out of its Fairfax, Va., office. Working closely with the editor of the magazine, the online editor will manage the magazine's web site, DiverseEducation.com.

ONLINE EDITOR: Diverse: Issues In Higher Education is looking for an energetic and organized online editor to work out of its Fairfax, Va., office. Working closely with the editor of the magazine, the online editor will manage the magazine's web site, DiverseEducation.com. Primary duties include:
Assigning compelling, relevant and timely articles to both in-house editorial staff and freelancers. Writing stories as needed.
Editing stories for substance, style and accuracy.
Preparing web articles daily for dissemination via electronic newsletters, ensuring that all e-newsletters are created and disseminated on time.
Working with the magazine editor on content integration between print and electronic media, planning web coverage that will supplement magazine content.
Preparing web content while integrating compelling and creative text, still images, audio- and video-file components and links to relevant Internet resources.
Managing bloggers and planning special web-related projects, such as web chats.
Posting content daily and ensuring all links are functional.

Part editor, part web strategist, the ideal candidate will have a background in daily news as well as experience generating web traffic and building online communities. Strong news judgment, ability to work independently and in a team, and ability to adhere to tight deadlines daily are key. Candidates must be familiar with AP style and have some multimedia experience. Familiarity with higher education issues a plus.

Please send résumé and 3 clips to: Toni Coleman; Cox, Matthews and Associates; 10520 Warwick Ave., Suite B-8, Fairfax, Va., 22030; E-mail: Editor@diverseeducation.com; or fax to (703) 385-1839. No phone calls, please.

Branding & Visibility Manager
Sunday, February 14, 2010
By: Virginia Besser

Lead an ongoing and enhanced agency effort to increase WestEd's visibility and impact. Requires 5 years of experience in strategic branding, visibility, public relations, and news media. Apply online at http://www.wested.org/jobs

WestEd, a nonprofit research, development, and service agency, works with education and other communities to promote excellence, achieve equity, and improve learning for children, youth, and adults. While WestEd serves the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah as one of the nation's Regional Educational Laboratories, our agency's work extends throughout the United States and abroad. WestEd has 17 offices nationwide, from Washington and Boston to Arizona, Southern California, and its headquarters in San Francisco.

WestEd's Communications Department provides a wide range of institutional support to the agency's efforts in accomplishing its articulated mission of working with education and other communities to promote excellence, achieve equity, and improve learning for children, youth, and adults. This support includes working with agency researchers, developers, and service providers to identify, develop, and disseminate useful research-based knowledge; producing collateral materials for the agency and its individual programs; continuously improving and populating WestEd's award-winning website; operating a full-service publishing house for in-house authors; representing WestEd and its work at conferences and in other venues -- and conducting this work while integrating WestEd's approach to branding and agency visibility.

We work collaboratively with staff members from throughout the organization, as well as with external partners, to improve the reach and effectiveness of information exchange and to broaden and sustain WestEd's reputation for doing high-quality, meaningful, and effective work.

Position Description
The Communications Department is seeking an individual to lead an ongoing and enhanced agency effort to increase WestEd's visibility and impact. This person will have at least five years of direct relevant experience in strategic branding, visibility, and public relations, including work with the news media. Ideally, this person will also be broadly familiar with the field of education, including research, practice, reform, and policy.

Responsibilities
Take the lead in a collaborative effort to further articulate and implement a strategic and integrated WestEd visibility and outreach approach that builds on the agency's branding practices and tools, media relations, and newly implemented social media strategies.
Ensure that the agency's sales and visibility efforts are coordinated and consistent; serve as point person for WestEd's approach to outreach and branding.
Collaborate with others in the agency to develop and implement agency-, program-, or project-specific visibility, outreach, and branding plans.
Develop and implement publication- and other resource-specific plans as needed, as well as a plan for sale and dissemination of WestEd publications and resources.
Participate as an active member of WestEd's website team, including but not limited to helping analyze website data and recommending and/or implementing strategies based on analyses.
Write visibility materials, including but not limited to brochure copy, web-based promotional copy (e.g., email blasts, e-newsletters), news releases, product catalog text, and event write-ups.
Handle media relations (both proactive and responsive) and track results; handle or appropriately refer all other informational requests about WestEd and its work.
Collaborate with others on strategic conference presence and presentations; represent WestEd at events as appropriate.
Analyze the effectiveness of ongoing visibility, outreach, and branding activities; analyze WestEd's capacity for assessing the impact of these efforts and propose a plan for doing so more effectively within existing budget constraints.
Provide complete and accurate outreach, sales, and dissemination reports on a quarterly basis to WestEd's Board of Directors.

Qualifications
A strategic thinker: comfortable and skilled in formulating long-range goals and strategies for achieving them, but flexible in responding to new and sometimes shifting priorities
Experience developing and implementing strategic sales, visibility, branding, public relations, and media plans and with tracking the results of such efforts (e.g., media coverage)
Proven, exceptional ability to conceptualize, write, and edit
Excellent oral communication skills; able to represent the organization intelligently and amiably
A collaborator, team-player, a people-person -- someone who works well with individuals in a wide variety of roles within the agency and externally
Familiar with the field of education improvement and reform
Able to quickly grasp complex new information and, in turn, to represent complex ideas clearly and engagingly
A self-starter who is able to work independently, but is collaborative by nature; finds satisfaction in working productively as a contributing member of professional teams
Personable: able to initiate and maintain strategic and collaborative relationships, and to interact productively and efficiently across the agency and with staff at all levels of the organization
Excellent organizational skills; able to prioritize, multitask, and remain calm in a deadline-driven environment
Experience analyzing data and developing impact reports
Strong familiarity with using new technologies and social media to further the agency's branding, visibility, and public relations efforts
Experience writing simple HTML text
Able to attend occasional overnight, out-of-town events
Bachelor's degree a necessity. Advanced degree in relevant fields a plus.

Application Process
We invite you to apply online at http://www.wested.org/cs/we/view/hr_pos/3175

Human Resources
WestEd
730 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
http://www.WestEd.org
WestEd is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Scholarship Community Builder
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
By: Colleen Rogan

Excellent associate-level position with Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, a national education foundation.

Description:
Under the direction of the Program Manager, this position is responsible for developing the community of Jack Kent Cooke Scholars and alumni through the Foundation's private Scholar extranet and Scholar events and maintaining content on the Foundation's public website. See full listing at www.jkcf.org.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree required as well as two years of professional experience in new media or related field. Additional experience in web design, communications, public relations, or journalism strongly preferred. Must demonstrate a superior level of proven written and oral communication skills. Must be flexible team player, detail oriented, and have excellent organizational skills.
To Apply:
Email your cover letter, resume, and 2-5 page writing sample to: resumes@jkcf.org and note "Scholarship Community Builder (Source: EWA)" in the subject line. No phone calls please.

2010 Broad Prize for Urban Education
Friday, January 29, 2010

Foundation seeks outstanding journalist to lead project

The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation is seeking an experienced education writer to travel as “project journalist” with The Broad Prize site visit team to each of the five Broad Prize finalist school districts in the spring of 2010. The writer will identify story threads that illustrate district-wide “best practices” being used in these districts, conduct interviews and develop features on each district. The project journalist’s primary responsibility will be to write brochure copy (consisting of five district profiles, each at 1,500 words), as well as fact sheets (five fact sheets, each at 2,000 words) on each districts’ best practices, targeted to an audience of school district leaders in the 100 largest American school districts, education policy leaders and the media. The project journalist will work collaboratively with site visit team researchers and foundation staff to determine optimal best practices to highlight. 

Project Expectations
(1) The foundation seeks a writer skilled in reader-friendly, journalistic-style story-telling targeted to mainstream audiences (rather than purely academic writing). 
(2) The project journalist is expected to attend up to four days (subject to the discretion of The Broad Foundation) of site visits in each of five finalist districts and conduct follow-up interviews by phone if necessary. The Broad Prize finalist districts (and site visit locations) are generally announced in early April.
(3) Brochure and fact sheet copy will be subject to multiple editing cycles, reviewed by site visit researchers and foundation staff, and will be fact-checked by the relevant school district. 
(4) Appropriate copy and editing timelines will be established by The Broad Foundation by April 2010, but the project journalist’s role will run approximately from May through October, when the winner of the 2010 Broad Prize is announced. Travel is generally confined to five weeks in May and June.

Proposal Submission
• The Broad Foundation requests that interested writers submit proposals including:
(1) a resume or CV
(2) three writing samples regarding K-12 education
(3) a quotation for all services, broken down by writing deliverable*
for instance:
$XX for the brochure
$XX for five district briefs
*Travel and other expenses should not be included in the proposal.  These expenses are subject to The Broad Foundation’s pre-established limits.

• Interested parties should review the full scope of work at:
http://www.broadeducation.org/about/careers.html 

• Proposals should be emailed to the address below no later than February 22, 2010.
Rachel Smookler
Director, Marketing & Communications
rsmookler@broadfoundation.org
310-954-5057

• To view sample writing and to learn more about The Broad Prize, please visit http://www.broadprize.org/past_winners/2009.html

Education Writers Association seeks new executive director
Thursday, January 28, 2010

Lisa Walker leaves EWA after 24 years of service

The Board of the National Education Writers Association (EWA) is looking for a new Executive Director. The organization’s current Executive Director is leaving after leading the organization for the past 24 years. You can read about EWA's new direction here. You can also listen to EWA board members discuss changes here.

For the past year, the EWA Board has been engaged in a process to determine the future of the organization as the journalism industry experiences its most significant structural changes in decades. The board seeks an Executive Director who will help complete the strategic planning process, redefine EWA’s service mix for those who write and shape opinion about education, and increase the fundraising profile of the organization. Specifically, the board seeks a person who understands the challenges, but also sees the opportunities in the media realignment.  As new modes of communication, new ways to aggregate and distribute information, and new voices expand the dialogue about education, EWA seeks a new Executive Director to navigate these changes and create a strong, sustainable organization.

Qualities we are seeking:
• entrepreneurial spirit
• demonstrated leadership ability
• collaborative management style
• eagerness to navigate the changing media environment
• excellent oral and written communication skills.
Essential knowledge includes:
• deep understanding of the critical issues in education, from early childhood education to post graduate
• familiarity with the current media landscape, including social media.

Relevant experience could include:
• working as a writer, editor or journalist
• running a small organization or company
• hiring and managing staff
• creating and managing a budget, especially one that comes from multiple funding sources
• working with national funders, preferably those who have an interest in journalism and/or education
• success at fund raising, especially from national foundations
• developing and executing a strategic plan
• running high-profile conferences

Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation will be based on experience as well as the candidate’s combination of the qualifications listed above. EWA provides health benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, four weeks of annual vacation, and two weeks of sick leave.

Deadline:
The EWA board will accept resumes or CVs until February 19th, 2010.

 
Contact:

Please send resumes or CVs, with a cover letter expressing your interest in the position, to:
Whitney Kent
c/o Lipman Hearne Inc.
wkent@lipmanhearne.com

No phone calls, please. Questions about the position can be forwarded to Whitney Kent at the email address above, and will be answered as received.

Center on Education Policy seeks new President/Chief Executive Officer
Friday, January 22, 2010

Private nonprofit organization that advocates for improved public schools looking for extraordinary candidates

The Center on Education Policy, a private non profit organization is seeking a new president/chief executive officer.

The three major attributes that a person should have to be considered for this position are the ability to lead the organization, the ability to deal with the news media and others externally, and the ability to raise funds.

As such, candidates should be strong supporters of public schools, knowledgeable about federal and state education policy, and be able to demonstrate an understanding of research methods and procedures. Significant national policy experience preferred.  Ideally, candidates should be able to show strong fund-raising success and significant experience dealing with the news media. A demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staffers, and outside consultants is a must There are no formal advanced degree requirements, but a doctorate or law degree would be advantageous.  

Salary would be negotiable.

Please send a resume as well as a letter or e-mail (cep-dc@cep-dc.org) to CEP explaining your interest and qualifications by February 19, 2010.  Tell us how you found out about the opening All inquiries will be acknowledged; after an initial screening, prospective candidates will be contacted.
Visit CEP's website at http://www.cep-dc.org/.

CEP's MISSION AND ROLE
The Center on Education Policy is a national, independent advocate for public education and for more effective public schools.  The Center, with a current annual budget of about $2.1million, helps Americans better understand the role of public education in a democracy and the need to improve the academic quality of public schools.  We do not represent any special interests.  Instead, we try to help citizens make sense of the conflicting opinions and perceptions about public education and create the conditions that will lead to better public schools.

Communications Manager, University of Maryland
Thursday, January 14, 2010
By: Search Committee

Position available at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

The University of Maryland's Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center seeks a Communications Manager to work as part of a team to raise the national and international profile of The School of Music, Department of Theatre, and Department of Dance and to attract the best faculty, students, and visiting artists. This newly created position supports the University's strategic plan, which strongly states the importance of the arts at Maryland. The Communications Manager will lead media outreach initiatives that focus on the accomplishments of the faculty, students and alumni in the academic units referenced above. In essence, the Communications Manager will tell the story of the performing arts at the University of Maryland, beyond what happens on stage.

1.Incorporate the performing arts academic units' off stage activities into the overall news circuit of the Center. Create and implement strategies to build the reputations and support recruitment of faculty and students to the School of Music, Department of Dance, and Department of Theatre by positioning and pitching stories to both scholarly/trade and popular media outlets, as well as University publications. Monitor industry trends and utilize knowledge to create promotional publications and materials for print, electronic and new media to help build the reputations of the academic units.
Write press releases for performing arts academic units, as assigned.
Work closely with communications and marketing colleagues to ensure proper coordination of communications materials.

2. Generate coverage of, and media interest in, the Center's performances and events
In collaboration with the Communications Coordinator and other colleagues, develop and pitch story ideas, and coordinate coverage of performances and events at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
Interface with the Development Department and Cultural Participation to ensure a shared pool of information about the Center and its activities and successes.
Write press releases for the Center, as assigned.
Schedule and provide coverage of press table at performances and events.

3. Provide a high level of customer service to all Center stakeholders
Serve as a departmental point of contact for day-to-day internal press related requests, including providing press and institutional materials, participating in strategic messaging and facilitating internal communications with the Associate Director and Director.

4. Supervise Communications Coordinator and student worker(s).

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, marketing, communications, public relations or related field required. Five years direct experience in journalism, media relations and/or public relations required. Experience in higher education communications, marketing, and/or public relations strongly preferred. Performing arts experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Excellent written and oral communications skills. Knowledge of AP style. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under tight and changing deadlines. Thorough knowledge of news values and marketing preferred.

START DATE: April 2010

SALARY: High $50s

TO APPLY: For best consideration, submit letter, resume, and names, telephone/FAX/email of three professional references by February 12, 2010 to: Communications Manager Search, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Suite 3800 CSPAC, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742-1625 (FAX 301-405-5977). EOAA Employer

Advisory Committee
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
By: Dan Crawford

The Potomac College Professional Advisory Committee provides you with an opportunity to help us continue to improve teaching and learning.

Potomac College
Professional Advisory Committee 2010
The Professional Advisory Committee provides you with an opportunity to help us continue to improve teaching and learning. We invite professionals with experience and insight to review syllabi, evaluate assessment and define learning outcomes.
Potomac College is a regionally accredited, four year college with Associates and Bachelors degree programs in Government Contract Management, Business Management, Information Technology, Accounting and International Business. We are also interested in those individuals who can provide input related to General Education (Sciences, Humanities, Arts and Mathematics).

The Professional Advisory Committee meetings consist of a dinner and two hour discussion and/or assessment activities. There may also be some follow-up questions/discussions my email. Because of the nature of the matters to be discussed, members will need to sign a confidentiality agreement. While no monetary compensation is offered, those participating will develop valuable skills in professional assessment.
Please submit your letter of interest, resume or curriculum vita to:
dan.crawford@potomac.edu

Syracuse University Job Opportunity in DC
Friday, January 8, 2010

Professional needed to staff the Paul Greenberg House in Washington, DC

The Syracuse University Paul Greenberg House in Washington, DC is seeking a professional to fill a temporary position for approximately 25-30 hours per week. Schedule dependent on House activity and may include some evening hours. This position is available immediately and includes providing support at the House in all aspects of SU activities in the Washington region. Responsibilities include: staffing the reception desk, greeting visitors (alumni, students, faculty), managing and answering inquiries (in person and phone), managing event logistics and RSVPs, and supporting the SU in DC staff as needed. Proficiency in MS Office and proven interpersonal and organizational skills a must. Familiarity with Syracuse University a plus.

Send resumes via email to Ann Donahue Yockey, Executive Director, Regional Operations for Greater Washington at aedonahu@syr.edu.

Dart Awards for Excellence in Coverage of Trauma
Friday, January 8, 2010

New categories have been added to contest

The Dart Awards for Excellence in Coverage of Trauma is accepting submissions for its annual contest. The Dart Awards recognizes exemplary journalism on the impact of violence, crime, disaster and other traumatic events on individuals, families or communities, focusing on the experience of victims and survivors, and contributing to public understanding of trauma-related issues. Contest deadline is January 29, 2010.  Dart Award winners, honorable mentions and finalists will be announced in April 2010. Go here for more information.

Journalism Fellowships 2010
Monday, January 4, 2010

Several prestigious institutions are now accepting applications from journalists to participate in year long fellowships.

Journalists looking to deepen their reporting crafts can apply to these prestigious fellowships.

• The Niemen Foundation for Journalism at Harvard is accepting applications until Jan. 31. Fellows will spend a year at Harvard University in Cambridge, Ma.
• The Spencer Foundation and the Columbia School of Journalism is accepting applications until Jan. 31. Fellows will conduct fieldwork at Columbia in New York City.
• The John S. Knight fellowship is accepting applications until Feb. 1. Fellows will spend a year at Stanford University in Palo Alto, Calif.
• The Knight Wallace-Fellows at Michigan is accepting applications until Feb. 1. Fellows will spend a year at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Manager of Online and Interactive Media
Friday, December 18, 2009
By: Chloe Louvouezo

This fast-paced public relations agency seeks qualified candidates for the position of Manager of Online and Interactive Media. The position is responsible for the management and execution of online media and e-outreach activities.

Manager of Online and Interactive Media

CommunicationWorks, L.L.C., a fast-paced public relations agency focused on education, youth, and social policy issues, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Manager of Online and Interactive Media. The position reports directly to the agency's Director of Media Relations (and works closely with the director of state policy and campaigns) and is responsible for the management and execution of online media and e-outreach activities.

Primary duties include:

-Advise clients on best practices for developing online media and social networking strategy.
-Architect and deploy online strategy to reach and influence a broad range of audience segments, including: the general public, policymakers, and practitioners.
-Manage the development of client Web sites and online marketing tools with the ability to test for program optimization.
-Define key performance indicators to be measured and analyzed for each execution.
-Build the firm's Web analytics practice that delivers Marketing and Business Intelligence to the firm and its clients.
-Assist in developing proposals for new business.

The ideal candidate will have:

-Three to five years experience in new media and social marketing strategy develop.
-Experience with Google Analytics, Web Trends, Omniture, or another enterprise-level analytics platform.
-Experience in using social media to advance policy change and building public will
-Knowledge of K-12 and higher education strongly desired
-Ability to execute projects and tasks independently
-Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
-A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to manage time effectively
-Strong oral and written communication skills
-Interest in staying abreast of emerging ideas and trends in field
-Agency experience preferred but not required

Based in Washington, D.C., CommunicationWorks is a full-service communications and public relations agency specializing in promoting new ideas, programs, and research to help its clients improve the quality of our schools and colleges, the lives of our youth, and the vitality of our communities. CW clients include many nationally recognized not-for-profit organizations, foundations, think tanks, major corporations, trade associations, colleges and universities, national associations and commissions, and federal and state agencies.

CommunicationWorks offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Susan Ruberry by email at sruberry@commworksllc.com. No phone inquiries, please.

For more information on CommunicationWorks, please visit www.commworksllc.com.

The First Five Years Fund seeks national director
Thursday, December 10, 2009

Early childhood organization looking for leader to manage advocacy team

The First-Five Years Fund is seeking a national director who will contribute to the overall strategic vision of the FFYF and shoulder a substantial portion of managing its team of consultants. The mission of the FFYF must guide all the work and decisions of the organization. The National Director should make regular trips to Washington and elsewhere to meet with members of the team as well as with allies and other partners in the field. The National Director oversees the advocacy team based in Washington, D.C. and would also help with alliance-building efforts with others in the early childhood field, and would explore opportunities to collaborate with non-traditional allies. The National Director will report to the Executive Director of the FFYF.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and manage the FFYF’s federal advocacy and legislative efforts and be top strategist for the federal government relations team on the Hill.
• Serve as ambassador and external marketer of the First Five Years Fund at national conferences, in meetings with key Congressional lawmakers, with the media and with federal advocates.
• Help make the FFYF the go-to organization for media, federal lawmakers and others for information about quality early learning. Help coordinate grassroots efforts to leverage federal support.
• Implement the strategic plan of the FFYF, using the FFYF Work Plan as a guide.
• Keep the day to day activities of the FFYF moving at a brisk pace, and work closely with and in support of the Executive Director.
• Generate ideas and opportunities for how the FFYF could use its champions and other high profile supporters of early education to further the cause.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Education—Bachelors or Masters.
• Management—Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible expensive and management that includes program development, program administration, staff supervision, financial management and board interaction.

 REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Embodies the FFYF mission and is driven by outcomes.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Works well on deadline.
• Is an eager, entrepreneurial self-starter, particularly on larger projects.
• Passion for policy, as well as understanding of and interest in the federal legislative process.
• Works hard to get up to speed if not already well-versed in early childhood policy.
• Keeps up with news and is well-informed.
• Strong management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong sense of ethics.
• Ability to articulate, persuade, engage and listen effectively. Skilled at strong and compelling presentation.

Travel requirement:  40%

Send resume and other inquiries to Cornelia Grumman, executive director, First Five Years Fund, Chicago, IL 60603; cgrumman@ffyf.org. Visit the First Five Years Fund website.

Writers Needed
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
By: Renae Bent

Non-profit is looking for people to work on scripts for multi-media presentations

The Monterey Institute for Technology and Education (MITE), a 501(c)3 non-profit, has received funding from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to develop multimedia courseware in algebra 1 (middle school curriculum) and developmental math (community college curriculum).
We are hiring professional writers to create scripts that engage the learner and illuminate concepts that maximize the use of multimedia. Cinematic experience, or writing for multimedia, is required and math background or basic understanding of mathematics preferred. Writers will be required to organize and structure information logically, write engaging content that allows learners to meet pre-determined learning objectives, and visualize graphics that suit the target audience. We are looking for independent contractors at an hourly rate of $25.00 per hour.
If you are interested in participating in one or both of these projects, please send a summary of your background and a writing sample along with any questions you may have to:

Renae Bent, Editorial Project Management
Monterey Institute for Technology and Education
rbent@montereyinstitute.org

Dart Center Academic Fellowship at the Columbia School of Journalism
Applications are being accepted for the Dart Center Academic Fellowship program at Columbia University. The new program is designed to provide college and university journalism faculty and advisers to student media advanced skills in teaching the art and craft of newsgathering, storytelling and self-care when reporting human tragedy.

The Spencer Education Journalism Fellowship
A year long fellowship at Columbia School of Journalism in New York City offers three journalists a $75,000 stipend to work on a project that advances the understanding of the American education system.

Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism
A six-month fellowship program at Ohio State University, offeringprofessional journalists a $20,000 grant to work on an independentpublic affairs project of their choosing.

Knight-Wallace Fellows
University of Michigan program for eight months of study and a $55,000 stipend geared toward experienced professional journalists.

Nieman Fellowships
Harvard University administers awards to midcareer reporters, editors, photographers, producers, editorial writers and cartoonists, and Internet specialists for 10 months of study at Harvard and a $55,000 stipend.

John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships
A Stanford University program for outstanding mid-career journalists that offers a $55,000 stipend and the chance to study and perform professional research.

The National Education Writers Association is developing additional services to better meet the needs of more of our members as part of our new strategic plan.  Included is a new listing service for freelance writers and editors, and employers, in the fields of education and youth issues.

We will update the listing of freelancers monthly.  If you would like to be included on the list, please complete this form, which EWA will make available to potential employers on this website. EWA will not broker relationships between parties beyond providing this list; we will not pass on resumes and clips that are not linked to in this form.

For employers, the database can be viewed here.

Send questions to freelance@ewa.org.