Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering
Memphis, Tennessee
Head of School Search for July 2009
The Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering (MASE), Tennessee’s first charter school, was founded in 2003 by the Memphis Bioworks Foundation. Our goal is to be the best math and science preparatory school in Tennessee. MASE targets students who attend schools that are failing to make adequate yearly progress as determined by the state’s accountability standards. MASE also targets students who are in “at-risk” situations as defined by the Tennessee Charter School Act of 2002. MASE hopes to take students from these nonproductive environments and give them the tools and opportunities they need to become part of the 21st century workforce. In this century, where technology, math, science and engineering are cornerstones of success in many careers, the demands on education have changed. Students who want these careers must be exposed to technology in ways not available in existing secondary school settings. While not all students will choose science-oriented occupations, the workers must function comfortably within a technology-based environment. MASE opened its doors to 148 seventh graders in 2003. Now in its fifth year, MASE has evolved into a school of about 900 students in grades six through 12. The mission of the Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering (MASE) is to produce lifelong learners, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and productive members of the global community. MASE will accomplish this mission by focusing on state and national standards, strong industrial partnerships, numerous research opportunities, continuous technological improvements, and a staff committed to social awareness, excellence, and personal responsibility. Students are committed to the idea that success in any form is the result of hard work, self-respect and perseverance.
The Board of Trustees of Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering seek an experienced educator and professional manager who will be a forceful advocate and spokesperson for a superior charter school in the city of Memphis and surrounding communities as well as in the nation. The successful candidate will be consultative, collaborative, and decisive in capitalizing on the talents, dedication and experience of all the members of the MASE community.
Additional information about the school is available on the web at www.discovermase.org
Interested candidates should contact:
Ned Becker 904-755-2299
nbecker@educatorscollaborative.com
To submit papers: email resume, references, statement of educational philosophy, and a cover letter as word documents.