Talent Manual
What is one job posting location that we no longer use?
Simplicty, Idealist
What buses are SBC IV most acessible from?
Bx6, Bx15, Bx21, Bx35
What years did Classical win Blue Ribbon Awards?
2014 and 2019
How will staff now greet scholars, parents and visitors, if not with a handshake?
A friendly wave
What is the first question of the phone screen script?
What interests you in working at Classical?
What are three ways that Talent engaged with students via the soft launch of University Partnerships in the Spring of 2020?
-Coffee Chats
-Class Presentations
-Flyers
What operational positions are currently posted on Classical's website?
Food Service Aide
What were the pass rates on Math and ELA in the last year that pass rates were posted?
97% Math and 91% ELA
Name 5 instructions that will be listed on signage
-stay home if sick
-cover nose/mouth with a face covering
-store PPE properly
-social distance
-report symptoms of COVID-19
Why do you require scholar uniforms?
Uniforms help staff, scholars, and families focus on learning by reducing social stigmas and lowering costs for families
Help to communicate the seriousness with which scholars and staff approach learning.
Where should phone interview notes be stored?
Scorecards in greenhouse
Name 3 expectations we require our families to commit to
-at school on time every day ready to learn
-parents provide a quiet area at home to complete homework
-parents support the school they chose
-scholars are in uniform
-parents ensure their scholars get a good night's sleep
Where did Mr. Amaya go to school?
Lafayette College
True/False: attendance to social skills groups will be required for all scholars
False
The high school application process in NYC works exactly like the application process to most colleges and universities. Scholars apply and it’s highly competitive. You can find a list of the high schools our alumni attend on our website – in the family page.
Everything we do is geared towards ensuring scholars are prepared for the high school of their choice and are able to access highly competitive schools.
We find that they often are accepted to highly competitive schools.
To support parents in navigating this process, we have a full-time high school admissions counselor who works with students and families throughout the application and selection process.
What is an interesting fact about Classical?
Everyone teaching the same lesson at the same time so there may be an echo effect (may be able to hear them all saying the same)
Each team has a grade team leader and a stand-up meeting in the morning to norm lesson planning, set cultural norms, and review logistics for the day
What is the goal of the FAC?
The goal is to provide all parents with the necessary tools to support and raise successful scholars who will become citizens of impeccable character.
Continues Impact, Fellowship Completion, Teaching Certification, Typical Trajectory, and Teaching Placement
When does Phase 2 start?
September 29th
What is the rubric for "When have you gone above and beyond in pursuit of your goals?"
1- non answer
2-vague approach
3-concrete approach, high bar or high drive
4- concrete approach, high bar and high drive
Who should be included in hiring emails?
School Directors, Davis, Long, Talent Manager, and IC who observed the candidate
Who wrote "Management Strategies All New Teachers Should Know"?
Ms. Nicholas
How many students attend Relay?
1,400 students
How many days per week can 4th grade scholars anticipate being on site?
2
Can teachers tweak the curriculum?
Our curriculum is built through teacher input and years of data. It is foundational to our high performance and enables teachers to develop quickly even in their first year. Our scholars’ education is too vital to ignore the work of our best teachers, so no, we don’t allow teachers to change the curriculum until the end of the year once they have the data on which to guide their suggestions.
Encourage you to come w/ an open mind. You’ll likely find you can infuse your authentic voice/creativity into scholar support outside of changing the curriculum.