Department: Sherman Center for Early Learning in Urban Communities/
Maryland Early Childhood Leadership Program (MECLP)
Department Description: The multidisciplinary Sherman Center for Early Learning in Urban Communities (Sherman Center) was established to advance George and Betsy Sherman’s vision of improving learning experiences and outcomes for young children in Baltimore City. To achieve this mission, the Sherman Center connects theory, research, and practice, and schools, families, and communities to promote the educational success of children ages three through eight.
MECLP, a program of the Sherman Center, is an early childhood workforce development program designed to develop and support early childhood leaders who will generate positive change and significantly improve school readiness and related outcomes for early learners, particularly disadvantaged and vulnerable children and their families.
Position Title: Sherman Center - Graduate Program Assistant
Description of Duties:
The Graduate Assistant (GA) will provide administrative support to MECLP, its Advisory Committee and Sherman Center staff.
Program Responsibilities
oProvide administrative support for MECLP and Sherman Center staff
oAssist in creating curriculum binders, ordering materials and text books, scheduling class room assignments, planning programs and events.
oSupport course instructors, cohort members, course completers, mentors and Advisory Committee members in creating an active and engaged Community of Practice.
oSupport MECLP’s Program Director in grant proposal development and submission
oUtilize Google App tools to create shared, digital communications via Documents, Excel Sheets, Forms, Flyers, and Websites
oMonitor and report the MECLP shared email account activity to appropriate staff members
oSupport the evaluation activities of MECLP
oContribute to the development of new MECLP initiatives
oAssist with the organization and maintenance of MECLP files and databases
oMaintain MECLP’s website and utilize other communication tools and social media platforms
Hours:
This is a half-time, 12-month GA position. The successful candidate will work 10 hours/week; 20 hours of paid leave will be granted for vacation in accordance with UMBC’s Graduate School guidelines (https://gradschool.umbc.edu/files/2020/05/GA-Handbook-Spring-2020.pdf).
Compensation: The successful candidate will receive a biweekly stipend of $409.49 and tuition remission of up to five credits/semester (including summer sessions). Student fees and health insurance are negotiable.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2021 (schedule – TBD / virtual and face to face)
UMBC does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identify, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal.
Application:
Please complete the following application and return it and a current resume to MECLP’s Program Director, Liran Laor, via email at liranlaor@umbc.edu by Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Interviews will be conducted between Monday, August 9 and Wednesday, August 11, 2021. The selected GA will be notified by Friday, August 13, and an offer response will be required by Monday, August 16, 2021.
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I.Short Answer Questions:
Please answer the following questions briefly AND in a way that allows us to get to know you, your aspirations, and your motivations for applying for this positon.
1.What motivated you to apply for this position?
2.What characteristics make you uniquely qualified for the position?
3.Describe your future goals. How will this experience support those goals?
II.Please email your resume along with this application to liranlaor@umbc.edu.
III.What is the best way to get in touch with you?
Please indicate your availability for a 45-minute interview between Monday, August 9 and Wednesday, August 11, 2021 by listing ALL days and times you are available between 10 am - 4 pm.