MBK/ Equitable Opportunity Co-OP resides in the Leadership Team within the Equity, Strategy & Opportunity Gaps of the Boston Public Schools, reporting to Dr. Charles Grandson, Chief Equity & Strategy Officer.  MBK/ Equitable Opportunity Co-OP is responsible for providing support in key areas, performing key tasks to move programs/initiatives forward, and contributing to reports, research, and community-focused meetings to advance the mission of the Boston Public Schools. The MBK/ Equitable Opportunity Co-OP will serve in a junior role within the Division of Equity, Strategy & Opportunity Gaps.   

The BPS Equity and Strategy Division was launched in October 2019. This new division brings many departments together in a common purpose: to ensure that the district places the elimination of disparities, particularly racial disparities, at the center of all of our instructional and operational work. Led by the Chief Equity and Strategy Officer the Division comprises vital departments: the Office of Equity, the Office of the Opportunity Gaps, the Office of Strategy and Innovation, and the Office of Recruitment, Cultivation, and Diversity. Together, these four Offices ensures every department and every school rigorously realizes the district's comprehensive, ambitious, systemic strategic plan; aligns its work to the BPS Opportunity and Achievement Gap Policy; and designs and implements policies, programs, protocols, and curricula intentionally focused on meeting the needs and advancing the academic outcomes of students from historically marginalized groups.

We are seeking applicants for two full-time ESOG co-op for six months(40 hours per week). The co-op will support the office in performing a range of responsibilities, including:

My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Program Support and Administration:

• Provide operations and project management support as needed for the execution of the ESOG MBK Transformative Mentoring program and other programming including tracking deliverables and progress towards desired outcomes
• Draft and manage routine communications to BPS stakeholders
• Perform all other related duties as assigned

Data Management:

• Compile, manage and maintain spreadsheets, graphs, reports based on data collected
• Facilitating data analysis for program reporting 
• Note-taking for meetings and/or events as needed

Marketing, & Communications:

• Execute marketing and communications efforts which include ensuring a consistent, accurate, and compelling web presence; development of marketing materials (i.e. brochures, flyers, web pages, packets for partners/funders)
• Create program materials, including Google Suites presentations, marketing materials, handouts incorporating strong design and brand elements
• Assist with talking points for meetings and events, draft email communications as needed

Applicants with a passion for equity and inclusion, and an ability to relate well to people from a wide variety of backgrounds are preferred. Bilingual skills, particularly in Spanish, are a plus, but not required.

Co-op students will receive increasing responsibility as they master the essential functions of the job. The Office of Equity, Strategy & Opportunity Gaps is eager to support our co-op student in developing new skills, prove their abilities, and rapidly expand their duties.

Qualifications:

The Office of Equity, Strategy & Opportunity Gaps seeks undergraduates who have:

• Demonstrated interest in civil rights, equity, and inclusion
• Interest in education and/or employment law and related issues
• Prior work experience in administration, educational, or other related settings
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with internal and external BPS stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and employ excellent judgment, exercise discretion, and maintain unwavering integrity

Training:

ESOG co-op will receive training provided by the Office of Equity and other Boston Public School staff on a variety of topics, including:

• Education and employment discrimination law, and related internal policies
• Opportunity and achievement gaps in urban education
• Operationalizing racial and other forms of equity in decision-making and policy-setting
• Select topics in civil rights and education 

Transportation: 12-minute walk from the Northeastern campus; accessible by public transportation (5-minute bus from Ruggles)

Wage Type: Hourly

Wage (Minimum): 25.00

Wage (Maximum): If the co-op student substantially increases their responsibilities, their hourly wage may be increased during the placement.

TERMS: Six months 

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation.  Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.