Civil Rights Advisor

Location: Mitchell School Reports To: Kendra DownsThe Kittery School District is currently seeking an advisor to supervise and guide the work of the school's student-led Civil Rights Team in accordance with the Maine Attorney General's Office. The mission of the Civil Rights Team Project is to increase the safety of elementary, middle level, and high school students by reducing bias-motivated behaviors and harassment in our schools. At Mitchell School the ideal candidate for this position will be someone who possesses an interest in the Maine Civil Rights Team Project through the Maine Attorney General. This candidate will support the school's civil rights team by apprising themselves of the Civil Rights Team Project in Maine and advising students to actively engage their school community in thinking and talking about issues related to: race and skin color, national origin and ancestry, religion, disabilities, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation. Candidates must submit to a criminal history record check through the Maine Department of Education. Required application materials include a completed Applitrack application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon job offer). A copy of current certification (if applicable) and three current letters of reference are also required. Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years. Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresources@kitteryschools.com.Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making out an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.