Mission and Vision
The mission of Digital Pioneers Academy (DPA) is to develop the next generation of innovators. We prepare students to meet or exceed the highest academic standards, while cultivating the strength of character necessary to both graduate from four-year colleges and thrive in 21st century careers.
DPA will ultimately be a college preparatory middle and high school (6th-12th grade) for students from Ward 7 and 8 in Washington, DC. Beginning with sixth grade and adding one grade per year, DPA will provide a unique, personalized educational experience that integrates best practices from schools across the country, preparing students to be innovators and active citizens in our technology-driven world. DPA's learning model will leverage a curriculum built around traditional subjects with the critical inclusion of Computer Science as a core content area. Through core classes and personalized, project-based work, students will develop computational thinking skills, a set of capabilities that can be flexibly applied to succeed in four-year college and in a variety of fields. In addition to rigorous academics and project-based learning, our innovative approach focuses on character building, diverse out-of-school experiences ("expeditions"), and developing the social and emotional capacities of our students.
Position Summary
Digital Pioneers Academy is seeking dedicated Enrollment Ambassadors to assist with the daily recruitment and interaction with prospective DPA students and their families. Enrollment Ambassadors will be the first point of contact for nearly all of our prospective students and families.
The main responsibly for Enrollment Ambassadors is generating enrollment and facilitating the enrollment process. Enrollment Ambassadors must form a deep knowledge of Digital Pioneers Academy so they can teach families about our school and encourage them to enroll. Enrollment Ambassadors distribute information about DPA through flyers, door-to-door activity, in person meetings, at various community events, by phone, and by email. Enrollment Ambassadors must be outgoing, willing to speak with and approach the public to talk about DPA, and have a unique ability to encourage new families to join our first class of 120 6th graders!
We are looking for motivated individuals who are people-oriented, organized, understand how to represent the DPA brand through exemplary presentation and service, and gets along well in a team. In addition, Enrollment Ambassadors must be able to travel and have reliable transportation, and must be willing to work weekends as needed.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate knowledge of, and support Digital Pioneers Academy's' mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and code of conduct
Understand charter schools; able to educate parents about what charter schools are and are not, dispelling charter school myths
Ability to speak and write fluent English and communicate effectively
Effectively collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community
Maintain regular attendance (ability to find staff substitute limited
Basic knowledge of computer programs (e.g., Google Docs, Excel, etc.)
Ability to learn computer software for data entry
Process documents and materials; assist in the creation of student enrollment records, ensuring their accurate completion; distribute flyers; enter enrollment data, update student information and process student data
Fill out forms with student information; File papers, as needed
Answer phones using a professional and courteous manner; route calls appropriately; kindly answer parent questions and assist with enrollment
Maintain a helpful attitude and give good customer service at all times
Ability to walk community streets to hand-out fliers/talk to families
Knock on doors, giving families information
Approach parents outside stores/restaurants etc. giving them information about Digital Pioneers Academy and answering questions
Form relationships with local businesses and educate owners about Digital Pioneers Academy
Visit local businesses and leave fliers
Actively find and participate in fairs and community events
Make presentations at schools and places where families meet
Make calls and receive calls from all interested families
Participate in work-related training and conferences
Use appropriate language and respect others at all times
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
A successful history of interacting effectively with students, faculty, staff, and outside contacts
Minimum one (1) year community organizing experience, e.g., PTA, labor organizing, neighborhood association, elected office, etc.
Working Conditions:
Environment: Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust, wind, etc.), and sometimes in an office environment. Enrollment Ambassadors are exposed to weather and temperature changes depending on the seasons. Exposure to moderate and loud noise, seasonal temperatures, dust and wind.
Physical Demands: Enrollment Ambassadors are physically active and must be able to lift at least 40 pounds. In addition, this job requires at least 8 hours of continuous standing and/or walking outdoors in minimal shade, stooping, crouching, kneeling, squatting, and twisting.
Work Schedule/Logistics: The working hours vary according to the needs of Digital Pioneers Academy. Work days include weekdays and weekends as needed for recruitment and enrollment efforts. The Enrollment Ambassador must have a car or get her or his own transportation to carry out and complete requested assignments.
Compensation
Enrollment Ambassadors will be Independent Contractors with a start date in early January until February 28, 2018. Enrollment Ambassadors will be paid $20 per hour.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume detailing their experience to resumes@digitalpioneersacademy.org
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