Student Experience & Community Manager
Berlin Metropolitan School
Berlin
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary + benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2023
- Apply by:
- 7 June 2023
Job overview
Berlin Metropolitan School, an international and nationally accredited K-12 school in the center of Berlin, is seeking an experienced and inspiring Student Experience & Community Manager to join our school community starting August 1, 2023. As Student Experience & Community Manager you are representing our student experience and community program which aims to enrich the school life of our students and wider school community. You are providing an inspiring, modern, and high-quality student experience program outside of the classroom. With this program you enrich the learning experiences of our students and inspire them for their academic and personal growth. In your role as Community Manager you are establishing a community building program based on the needs of our BMS community.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO
- further develop the student experience and community program in line with the extra curricula educational and social emotional needs of students.
- implement and manage the after school and club program, the school camp program, the school calendar and events program (concept, resources planning and allocation, execution, impact measurement).
- recruit and manage a team of external specialists who are running courses and activities.
- create and maintain a network to companies, institutions and social projects to form sustainable partnerships.
- manage the BMS event calendar, enrich the current event offers with new ideas and proposals which will enrich our community life and the learning opportunities for students.
- create strong bonds with our BMS community, raise the level of engagement of students and families.
- motivate, empower and enable the BMS team to actively participate in the implementation of the program.
- ensure effective collaboration across divisions to implement the program in alignment with Senior Leaders.
- develop and implement measures to evaluate success of the program regularly and initiate adaptions accordingly.
- oversee and manage the relevant budget.
TO SUCESSFULLY FILL THIS ROLE, YOU ARE
- a strong communicator and motivator with the ambition to inspire others.
- very approachable and visible to your community.
- able to focus on operations but provide effective leadership when needed.
- outstanding for your very strong organizational skills.
- very good in fostering effective collaboration.
- proactive, self-motivated, and have an independent working method.
- service-oriented and solution-oriented.
- a strong team player.
- creative and have conceptual skills.
- experienced in the field of education, event management, program planning, guest relations or similar.
- applying IT skills and using data to evaluate and inform your decision-making and implement change.
- holding degree(s) or certificate(s) in relevant subject area.
- business fluent in English and ideally have a good knowledge of German or are willing to learn the language.
AT BMS WE OFFER
a dynamic workplace aiming for continuous professional development; we provide opportunities and support for active contribution and collaboration. We offer a stimulating work environment with a well-trained, international team, modern tools and an open school community in the heart of Berlin. At BMS, you will have the opportunity to grow and define new quality standards in education together with us. We provide an open-door culture with the leadership team, opportunities for collaborative learning, and foster mutual support. We provide continuous professional development opportunities through annual professional development days and individual training. Our benefits further include weekly health classes, sabbatical opportunities, and a relocation package if you are not already living in Berlin (relocation bonus of 1000€, reimbursement of travel and relocation expenses, assistance in finding housing, etc.).
Please note, due to the system set up we have to set an application close date but we will be starting to conduct interviews immediately and may appoint a suitable candidate before the advert close date.
About Berlin Metropolitan School
BMS is the oldest international school in the center of Berlin. Over 1000 students from more than 60 countries attend our school and are taught using the best international and national curriculum programs. Berlin Metropolitan School is an all-day school, allowing students from kindergarten through 12th grade to complete a modern and values-based education, culminating into an internationally recognized diploma. An international team of 200 dedicated employees lead the way for the learning success of our students.
International Mindedness and Global Engagement
International mindedness and global engagement at BMS are reflected in our respect and appreciation of diverse cultural beliefs, values, attitudes, and languages and our acceptance of the complexities that these present. We challenge one another to consider and negotiate our understandings of other views and ways of thinking as we develop as individuals and enrich our community. Openness to other perspectives is fostered at BMS through learning experiences, which inspire curiosity and empathy, and educators who role-model reflective thinking and debate. Our curriculum presents all learners with opportunities to engage in positive action based upon their knowledge of and compassion for our global society.
Approaches to Teaching and Learning based on the IB Principles
At BMS, teaching and learning challenges students to become engaged learners who are curious about the world around them, knowledgeable and skillful in pursuing their own inquiries and who take actions to bring about positive change. At the heart of our pedagogical approach is the process of inquiry (thinking, questioning, formulating, reflecting and taking action) which is inspired by teachers through meaningful provocations. Learning experiences are scaffolded to ensure that all students achieve ambitious learning outcomes. We believe that teaching and learning is a collaborative process in which all members of the BMS community are involved and is enriched by the diverse experiences of students and educators. Learning is driven by each person‘s desire to grow and succeed both in and out of the classroom.
Character Building
At BMS we recognize that character building is an ongoing process of individual growth. Character building is embedded in our school culture through the IB Learner Profile with all members of the BMS community seeking to exemplify attributes associated with strength of character. Growth happens as students learn to face challenges and adversity with resilience, strive to become mindful and self-aware, and develop those values that we promote as a school. This process involves being aware of and respecting differences between oneself and others. We believe that character building is encouraged and developed by presenting all members of our community with meaningful challenges, choices, opportunities, and explorations with an emphasis on reflection and revision of one’s thinking or approach.
Child Protection
BMS offers a safe and caring environment where students are free to explore and develop to their fullest potential. As an international community with a transient population, our community can also be vulnerable to abuse and therefore we must work to ensure we can raise awareness, act to mitigate risks, identify and address any concerns promptly and in an appropriate manner. Our BMS Child Protection Policy reflects our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youth within our school community. Our practices and processes are guided by German Law (Child and Youth Services Act) and reflect the overall ideals outlined in the United Nation Convention on the Rights of the Child (1990). We aim to provide an environment where students are respected, heard and valued, which is consistent with the values found within the International Baccalaureate Organization and our school Mission Statement.
Please visit our website https://metropolitanschool.com/en to learn more about our mission, our community values and educational philosophy!
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