Stipend NEASC Self-Reflection Committee Member (CHS) (SY25-26)

Title -Stipend - NEASC Self-Reflection Committee Member (CHS) (SY25-26)

Reports to: Building Principal

About Chelsea Public Schools:

The Chelsea Public Schools (CPS) is a gateway school system that welcomes and educates all students and CPS we believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best by ensuring a safe and supportive environment for school and classroom environments. The school system educates over 6200 students in 11 schools including a pre-K-1st grade school 4 elementary schools 3 middle schools a virtual school and 2 high schools. CPS is a culturally responsive school district. We believe that students learn best when they are engaged in meaningful relationships that fosters and promotes high expectations and risk taking. We are a district of multilingual students where languages are an asset to student development and growth. More information about CPS can be found on our website at Responsibilities:

NEASC Self-Reflection Committee Members are responsible for collaboratively examining the institutions alignment with NEASC standards through a structured and evidence-based self-assessment. Members gather data analyze practices and contribute to writing portions of the Self-Reflection Report. The goal is to ensure an honest thorough and constructive evaluation that supports continuous school improvement.

• Study and understand the specific NEASC Standards relevant to the committees assigned area (e.g. Learning Leadership Resources).
• Evaluate current institutional practices policies and outcomes in light of the NEASC standards.
• Identify strengths and areas for growth or improvement.
• Collect and review relevant documentation data and artifacts to support claims and findings.
• Conduct interviews surveys or focus groups (if applicable) to gain insight from faculty staff students and other stakeholders.
• Analyze findings critically and collaboratively.
• Draft assigned sections of the Self-Reflection Report ensuring clarity accuracy and alignment with NEASC expectations.
• Edit and revise content based on feedback from other committee members and leadership.
• Ensure appropriate evidence is cited and properly referenced.
• Attend and actively participate in regular committee meetings and training sessions.
• Work collaboratively with the NEASC Accreditation Coordinator Steering Committee and other working groups.
• Engage in constructive dialogue and consensus-building within the committee.
• Approach the self-reflection process with honesty integrity and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Help formulate actionable recommendations based on findings.
• Contribute ideas to strengthen institutional practices and student learning outcomes.

Qualifications Required:

1. A Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
2. Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education teacher licensure in grade and subject area appropriate for the assignment;
3. Citizenship residency or work visa required
4. Strong analytical and writing skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines.
6. Familiarity with the schools mission strategic plan and current initiatives.

Terms:

This position is for the 2025-2026 academic school year. The pay for this position will be at the contractual rate of $37/hr up to a maximum of $1000 per Self-Reflection Committee Member. CHS is looking to recruit up to 10 members which would be 2 members responsible for each standard.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Chelsea Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type:Full-Time

Contact Information

• Ingrid Colon
• 500 Broadway
• Chelsea Massachusetts 02150
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