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| Title | The 2004 Fellowship in Educational Equity |
| Body | From: "Anselmo Villanueva" The 2004 Fellowship in Educational Equity Description of Responsibilities: Applications are now being accepted for California Tomorrow's 2004 Fellowship in Educational Equity. California Tomorrow is a non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA and dedicated to helping create a fair and equitable society that promotes the full participation of all people. We value all forms of diversity and have done extensive work and research on valuing culture and language as one of our greatest assets. The organization works throughout California to support individual, institutional and community transformation through action research, policy development, advocacy, coalition building and capacity building. The Fellowship is named for Lew H. Butler, a visionary who as President of California Tomorrow's board for 16 years fundamentally shaped the direction of our work. The Fellowship honors his enduring commitment to investing in the development of a new generation of leaders. The 2004 Fellowship in Educational Equity offers an opportunity to work alongside and learn from California Tomorrow's Director, Laurie Olsen. Dr. Olsen is a nationally renown researcher, writer, evaluator, keynote speaker, passionate advocate, state leader and sought-after provider of professional development and technical assistance support to communities and educators on creating equitable and high achieving schools that honor and celebrate the languages and cultures of all children. The 2004 Fellow will accompany and be involved in a variety of activities with Dr. Olsen, including: - coaching schools through equity-centered change processes - participating in state-wide educational justice coalitions - designing and conducting workshops for educators and community members - conducting research on topics related to educational equity - developing materials (tools, publications, videos) to articulate a vision, inspire and inform people about creating inclusive schools and communities - and participating in the life and work of a small, exciting social justice oriented non-profit organization COMPENSATION The Fellowship is a full-time position for 9 - 12 months in residence at California Tomorrow. It pays $2,500 per month, plus health, dental and vision benefits. All travel expenses associated with the Fellowship are covered. A small "learning and personal development" fund is also provided. ELIGIBILITY The ideal candidate has a strong interest in education, teaching and social justice. The candidate should be pursuing a career in public education and/or the non-profit sector and advocacy related to educational equity. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest no later than January 15, 2004. The letter should: explain why you would like this Fellowship opportunity, describe what you hope to do in your life related to education, identify particular issues that you hope to be able to learn about as part of this Fellowship (and why), and tell us about your personal experience and the skills and perspectives that you would bring to this position. Attach a resume and list of three references. Applications should be sent to: California Tomorrow Attn: Laurie Olsen 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 300 Oakland, CA 94612 Questions should be directed to Laurie Olsen at (510) 496-0220, ext. 321 or through email at laurieo@californiatomorrow.org. |
| Source | California Tomorrow |
| Inputdate | 2004-01-07 20:37:00 |
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