Employment Opportunities

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

To apply for a position listed below: Send cover letter, salary requirements and resume to mal-rubaie@mattierhodes.org or fax to the attention of Maria Al-Rubaie.

Contact: Maria Al-Rubaie
Fax: 816-471-2521
Email: mal-rubaie@mattierhodes.org

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Head Start Lead Teacher

JOB SUMMARY

A Head Start lead teacher plans and delivers curriculum to foster preschool children’s social, emotional, and intellectual development, ensuring a safe and healthy classroom environment in compliance with Head Start standards. Key responsibilities include creating lesson plans, assessing child progress, maintaining records, engaging with parents and the community, and helping to supervise classroom assistants. The lead teacher serves as a mentor for the assistant teacher and acts as a crucial link between the program and the children’s families.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION

Leads the teaching team through a collaborative process to develop and implement weekly lesson plans that promote growth in all developmental domains. While utilizing the approved curriculum, assessment and daily routine. Reviews lesson plans with the team during planning time and provides them to parents. Engages in individualized planning based upon children’s goals, needs as well as children’s interests.
Promotes and supports children’s social, emotional and physical development consistent with the philosophy of Head Start, Conscious Discipline and other classroom management techniques. Establishes and maintains respectful and responsive interactions, even when challenging behaviors are present. Supports the development of adaptive skills and behavior management.
Establishes a learning environment that values diversity and provides a variety of multi-cultural experiences. Demonstrates cultural competency and respect for each child’s background by incorporating the cultural and family backgrounds into the curriculum. Maintains a safe, healthy and positive learning environment for children.

ONGOING ASSESSMENT, REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

Completes the DRDP (Desired Results Developmental Profile) three times per year on each child by collecting daily notes and observations as well as data that align with early learning outcomes including the Head Start Outcomes Framework. Develops a strategy and team approach to ensure the data collected is ongoing, objective and consistent. This requires the use of an iPad and other technology methods.
Creates a classroom environment that aligns with CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). This includes creating a positive climate, engaging in meaningful interactions and promoting language and critical thinking skills.
Maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment as required by Head Start Performance Standards. This includes effective supervision of children, utilizing C.A.S.E. when transitioning children from one location to another and maintaining the required classroom ratio. Monitors the arrival and departure of children and records attendance accurately and consistently. Communicates with teaching team regarding roles and responsibilities of the daily routine.
Actively recruits families and community patrons for volunteer participation (In-kind). Develops and maintains supportive and professional relationships with families to enhance parent education, communication, involvement and advocacy. Provides educational guidance to families through two home visits and two parent teacher conferences per year, working with them to set individual goals for their child. Collaborate with parents and families to support their role as the child’s primary teacher and foster positive parent-child interactions.

HEALTH, SAFETY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Completes assigned trainings (minimum of 15 hours annually), participate in professional learning communities, completes paperwork and reporting requirements and meet deadlines set forth by leadership, education coordinator and MARC.
Leads and models professionalism and teamwork within the teaching team, family advocates, leadership and management.
Treats children, families and colleagues with professionalism and supports a positive work environment that aligns with the philosophy of Head Start and Conscious Discipline.
Provide the Education Coordinator and Director with requests for appropriate materials, supplies and equipment as needed. Maintain inventory for classroom use.
Utilize relevant software, programs and technology effectively in the performance of duties. Complete paperwork according to assigned timelines and follow code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
Follow guidelines for reporting incidents of suspected abuse, neglect or contagious disease.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS PURPOSE

Agency staff- wraparound services; intra-agency referrals
Community partners- provide resources and services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Early Childhood Education (Bachelor’s or Associate) or degree in related field with thirty (30) hours that qualify as early childhood.
Experience working with young children and families
Successful completion of required background check and submission of an initial physical and TB screening
Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
Good analytical skills, negotiation skills and problem-solving skills.
Ability to always conduct oneself in a professional manner and to communicate effectively and appropriately with a variety of people from many cultures and diverse backgrounds
Ability to keep accurwat4e records and prepare reports
Computer and other standard office/computer skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education
Three (3) years successful experience working with pre-k children and their families
Experience working in culturally diverse communities
Experience working with Head Start programs
Bilingual

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, bend, stoop, lift objects/children of at least 40 pounds. Use stairs, move quickly from one space to another; spend time outdoors in a variety of weather conditions according to licensing requirements.

Head Start Teaching Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

A Head Start Teaching Assistant works alongside the Head Start Lead Teacher to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities that support children’s health, social- emotional development and school readiness.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION

Collaborates as a team member with the Head Start Lead Teacher to develop and implement weekly lesson plans that promote growth in all developmental domains. While utilizing the approved curriculum, assessment and daily routine. Individualizes lesson plans.
Promotes and supports children’s social, emotional and physical development consistent with the philosophy of Head Start, Conscious Discipline and other classroom management techniques. Establishes and maintains respectful and responsive interactions, even when challenging behaviors are present. Supports the development of adaptive skills and behavior management.
Maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment as required by Head Start Performance Standards. This includes effective supervision of children, utilizing C.A.S.E. when transitioning children from one location to another and maintaining the required classroom ratio. Monitors the arrival and departure of children and records attendance accurately and consistently. Work together with the teaching team regarding roles and responsibilities of the daily routine.

ONGOING ASSESSMENT, REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

Records observations of children and collects data to support the ongoing developmental process utilizing DRDP (Desired Results Developmental Profile). Work together with the lead teacher to ensure the data collected is ongoing, objective and consistent. This requires the use of an iPad and other technology methods.
Supports a classroom environment that aligns with CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). This includes creating a positive climate, engaging in meaningful interactions and promoting language and critical thinking skills.
Assists with the display and presentation of children’s work. Participates in home visits and parent teacher conferences, partnering with families around their child’s education. Completes supporting documentation.

HEALTH, SAFETY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOMENT

Completes assigned trainings (minimum of 15 hours annually), participate in professional learning communities and collaborates professionally with Head Start Leads, Education Coordinator and management team.
Treats children, families and colleagues with professionalism and supports a positive work environment that aligns with the philosophy of Head Start and Conscious Discipline.
Maintains professional and positive relationships with families. Engages families in classroom volunteer and building-wide activities.
Utilize relevant software, programs and technology effectively in the performance of duties. Complete paperwork according to assigned timelines and follow code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
Follow guidelines for reporting incidents of suspected abuse, neglect or contagious disease.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS PURPOSE

Agency staff- wraparound services; intra-agency referrals
Community partners- provide resources and services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Possess a Preschool Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or be enrolled and complete the CDA or degree within one year per MARC requirements
Experience working with young children and families
Successful completion of required background check and submission of an initial physical and TB screening
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team
Ability to always conduct oneself in a professional manner and to communicate effectively and appropriately with a variety of people from many cultures and diverse backgrounds
Computer and other standard office/computer skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate Degree in Early Childhood
Three (3) years successful experience working with pre-k children and their families
Experience working in culturally diverse communities
Experience working with Head Start programs
Bilingual

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Soccer for Success Coach/Mentor

JOB SUMMARY

The Soccer for Success Coach/Mentor/Player will implement the Soccer for Success (SFS) curriculum in participating KC metro sites/schools during after school hours. SFS is the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s innovative youth development program that uses soccer as a tool to combat childhood obesity and promote healthy lifestyles for children in under-resourced urban communities. Core Components of the program include:

Physical Activity: Children participate in 90-minute sessions at least three days a week to ensure they receive the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity.
Mentorship: Each site is staffed by caring coaches who serve as mentors that are invested in the successful development of each child. Mentors stress the importance of doing well in school and avoiding negative influences such as drugs, alcohol, and violence.
Nutrition: Staff delivers nutrition education from the SFS curriculum which was developed in accordance with the CDC’s healthy eating module. Staff also teaches the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices and maintaining healthy eating habits.
Family Engagement: SFS strives to turn parents and family members into advocates who reinforce the program’s teachings by applying them in their homes. Family members are provided with information on nutrition, health, and public services that will aid them in their pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

This is a nonexempt position which maintains some flexibility in schedule due to the nature of the work.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

Conduct SFS sessions three times a week, two hours each day, for twelve weeks (coaches may not be absent for more than two practice per semester)
Adhere to the U.S. Soccer Foundation curriculum, standards, guidelines and procedures for nutrition, education, soccer instruction, mentoring and assessment.
Distribute, collect, maintain, and return SFS issued equipment.
Ensures safety by communicating and enforcing rules, consequences, policies and guidelines at participants’ comprehension level.
Actively engages families in the program.
Provide an emotionally secure environment for program participants and exhibit effective cultural competencies.
Teach and promote appropriate teamwork, sportsmanship, nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices according to the U.S. Soccer Foundation Soccer for Success curriculum.
Demonstrates positive role model actions and behaviors.
Proactively and regularly communicate with Site Coordinator
Respond to phone and e-mail communication within 24 hours.
Inspects soccer equipment for safety hazards, damage or wear. Abide by organizational guidelines, schedules and school policies.
Maintain contact with Mattie Rhodes staff regarding programming and any necessary changes (i.e. cancellation of programming, issues/concerns, equipment needs, etc.)
Flexible schedules, with availability during the week 3 pm – 7 pm. On some Saturday’s 9 am – 11 am.

ADMINISTRATION

Assist in collecting key data (for example: attendance records and incident
reports) for grant reporting
Attend required training and meetings as needed.
Attend all special events related to SFS as needed.
Submit timesheets as required.
Carry out other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator, Program Director
and Program Assistant Director
Contribute to the development and implementation of the agency’s strategic
initiatives, which include marketing and public relations efforts. Represent Mattie Rhodes Center in the community at various events as assigned

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Passion for urban education, health & nutrition education, youth development and sports
Ability to physically participate as a player during the activities/games with kids
Excellent people skills in a diverse environment
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with staff, site coordinators, parents and players
Ability to motivate others around you and work as part of a team
Daily access to reliable transportation
Must pass a background check and drug test

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required
Knowledge of soccer or sports

Cultural Center and Engagement Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Cultural Center & Engagement Coordinator is primarily responsible for ensuring that the established vision of the MRC Cultural Center is implemented fully.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to day-to-day operations, coordination/marketing of space for community programs and events, coordinating/implementing art exhibitions, and oversight of retail sales. The coordinator will oversee all communication to artists for exhibitions and coordinate all aspects of receiving art from artists, installation of artwork for exhibit and all tags. They will also be the direct contact for all sales of artwork and payments to artists along with pick up and reporting of all sales. The Cultural Center & Engagement Coordinator will work with artists to create marketing materials for every exhibition and will communicate directly with the MRC marketing team for feedback and assistance on creating content for social media and other marketing outlets. The coordinator will work with Cultural Arts Director to ensure that program offerings within the space are diverse and fit the various agency and community needs. The coordinator will oversee all rentals and coordination of usage of space – contracts, all communication to renter and to cleaning company along with support staff. This is a full-time nonexempt position, which requires flexibility in work hours.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION & ENGAGEMENT

60% Cultural Center Coordination & Engagement

Represents MRC Cultural Center with relevant neighborhood organizations, artists, art-related organizations, civic and government agencies, establishing and strengthening strong relationships with community-based partners and other community stakeholders.
Serves as the Cultural Center building coordinator working to identify and manage all logistical needs for the facility including, but not limited to activities and supplies.
Works with the Director of Cultural Arts to develop marketing and outreach materials for the MRC Cultural Center, assisting with the development of programs and the coordination of events.
Works directly with Public Historian/Engagement coordinator for Cultural Center to establish programming and educational content for exhibitions.
Markets, coordinates and facilitates space usage requests and community-building opportunities.
Works with internal MRC programs to facilitate space usage fulfilling the mission and vision of the agency and benefiting program participants and the community (i.e., vaccination clinics, Saturday yoga, career fairs).
Maintains efficient office workflow and administrative processes specific to MRC Cultural Center. This includes, but is not limited to maintaining a schedule of activities and events

30% Exhibit Management & Marketing

Responsible for the oversight of MRC Cultural Center exhibition execution and the implementation of related programming (First Fridays, festival and events, etc.).
Thorough knowledge of exhibit content and themes; ability to give guided tours of exhibits and speak knowledgeably about artists on exhibit as well as art techniques and mediums utilized.
Create and deliver exhibit related marketing and promotional material to existing and new audiences.
Maintain communication with current and potential artists who exhibit their work; obtain and update related documents necessary for exhibition and safe art handling.
Develop and maintain relationships within the art community and the public pertinent to the sustainability and development of cultural arts programming.
Assist Director of Development and Communications with marketing collateral, and other communications as needed—especially as it applies to Cultural Arts programming.
Assist CEO and Director of Development and Communication with Cultural Center related press relations and media outreach specifically associated to expanding audiences to Cultural Center.

5% Gift Shop Management

Responsible for the efficient operation of a quality retail operation in accordance with budget allowances.
Supervise cashiering and receipting the sale of merchandise by cash and charge transactions
Submit corresponding reports to accounting.
Participate in consistent inventory of merchandise and stock

5% Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree (BA, BFA) or equivalent with an interest in Latino Art and Culture
Experience in retail sales
Experience in teaching or informal education
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Creativity, flexibility and strong character values are necessary.
Marketing and public relations experience
Experience working with diverse urban populations.
Commitment to cultural competency in provision of services and organizational development.
Computer Literate: MS Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Computer Literate: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, In-Design, Illustrator)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual language ability
Gallery or museum experience

Family Advocate

JOB SUMMARY

Head Start Family Advocate supports the families enrolled in the Mattie Rhodes Head Start Program. This is done through determining families Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance. The Family Advocate supports families with Family Needs Assessments, resource referral and community partnerships as well.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION & ENGAGEMENT

25% Recruitment and Enrollment

Support Head Start funded enrolment requirements by participating in recruitment activities and completing the orientation process into the program. Ensures that enrollment documents are accurate and uploaded into Child Plus as well as support families with the introduction into the Head Start program.
Maintain and monitor the waiting list to ensure the program remains fully funded enrollment.

60% Provide Family Support and Monitoring

Completes Family Needs Assessment according to the required timelines to identify needs and develop action plans to remove barriers that can be disruptive to their child’s success in school such as unemployment, poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, mental illness and other social challenges. Collaborate with teachers and staff to support ongoing communication that support child and family needs.
Facilitate Family Partnership Agreements with families to develop goals that improve the quality of life. Follows up with families to determine if the quality and timeliness of services they received meet the needs identified. Conduct home visits as needed to support access to community resources.
Encourage and support parents involvement in the classroom, parent committee, policy council committee and parent training events. Supports the delivery of evidence-based parenting curriculum opportunities by making referrals to community providers, collaborating with team members and parents on event planning or facilitating a class on site, related to parents’ interest and needs.
Organize files and reviews Child Plus reports to monitor outcomes and maintain compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. This includes entering accurate data into the Program Information Report (PIR).
Monitors classroom enrollment and daily attendance. Contact parents of absent children and document in Child Plus phone contacts and home visits regarding absences and family issues. Support any attendance barriers families may have to maintain 90% attendance in the program.
Collaborates with families, community health providers and Head Start health services to ensure families achieve their child’s health goals and secures a medical and dental home for long-term positive health outcomes. Act as a liaison among school district programs, community agencies, teachers and families.
Complete paperwork according to assigned timelines as well as follow the code of conduct and maintain confidentiality at all times.

10% Community Outreach and Relationships

Participates in a variety of meetings, community events and workshops to become knowledgeable about local resources, advocacy initiatives and best practices when working with families. Complete required annual and professional development trainings.
Treat children, families and colleagues with professionalism and support a positive work environment.
Follow Head Start guidelines for reporting incidents of suspected abuse, neglect or contagious disease.
Utilize Head Start software and technology effectively in the performance of duties.

5% Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field
Data entry and verbal communication skills
Work cooperatively with families while maintaining professional boundaries
Ability to problem solve and remain calm in a crisis situation
Ability to prioritize workload and meet required deadlines
Successful completion of required background check, fingerprinting and submission of an initial physical and TB screening

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual skills English/Spanish or other
Previous Head Start experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, get up and down off the floor, lift objects of at least ten pounds up to 40 pounds; visual ability requires mono and color vision.

Creative Youth Development Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

The Mattie Rhodes Creative Youth Development Specialist is responsible for providing creative, supportive, and engaging arts instruction within an after school, summer, arts program environment. This position implements high-quality creative youth development practices that use the arts to support students’ artistic growth, leadership development, self-expression, collaboration, and social emotional learning. The Creative Youth Development Specialist facilitates classes, workshops, summer camps/classes, and community-based arts experiences for youth in grades 1st–12th at the Mattie Rhodes Center, Mattie Rhodes Art Center, and partner schools/community locations.

The Creative Youth Development Specialist designs and delivers relevant, culturally responsive, arts experiences in ceramics, digital art, drawing, mixed media, 2D art, and other traditional and non-traditional materials. This role contributes to a positive learning environment where young people feel welcomed, respected, and encouraged to take creative risks while building confidence, problem-solving skills, and healthy relationships. The Creative Youth Development Specialist may also support Cultural Center programming/tours, exhibition-related art activities and events, general agency initiatives, and community-based events as needed. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a semi-flexible work schedule; evenings and select weekends may be expected.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION & ENGAGEMENT

45% Accountabilities

Implement relevant, culturally responsive, and engaging arts activities for youth in grades 1st–12th in alignment with Mattie Rhodes Center’s Youth Development goals, and program standards.
Design and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans, workshops, camps, and class activities that support artistic growth, creative risk-taking, leadership development, collaboration, and social emotional learning.
Create a welcoming, structured, and supportive classroom/studio environment where youth feel respected, encouraged, and safe while using tools, materials, and equipment appropriately.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with youth, parents/caregivers, program partners, and community members through regular communication, and program outreach.
Address student needs, safety concerns, and behavior issues in coordination with the Program Manager and Teaching Artist team following Mattie Rhodes center policies and Student Handbook.

25% Program Support

Maintain daily attendance, registration and student file management.
Complete required program assessment tools, evaluations, surveys.
Familiarize and use selected online reporting and data collection tools.
Coordinate, communicate, and collaborate with team members.
Manage personal & agency email communication, calendars, and daily correspondence across platforms.

25% Preparation

Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the classroom and studio spaces.
Maintain supplies, equipment, and inventory.
Understand & learn various art tools, materials and available technology.
Ability to demonstrate techniques with students and Teaching Artist team.
Complete required agency & department training and training log.

5% Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Two to three years of experience working with school-age children and young adults in out-of-school-time or similar instructional settings.
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of various art tools, materials and processes.
Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills
Creativity, flexibility, and teachability.
Strong time management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate as a team member.
An awareness and commitment to positive youth development practices, creative youth development and community arts education.
Able to demonstrate patience and compassion when working with youth and the ability to think clearly in crises.
Proficient & capable in PC-based OS, Microsoft Office/OneDrive applications, Apple iPad functions and creative design applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate or bachelor’s degree in art or art education or relevant field of study.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) speakers are preferred.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation to programming sites (as needed), and a clean driving record.

Community Wellness Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

The Soccer for The Community Wellness Specialist will implement health related curricula for participating sites/schools throughout the Historic Northeast and surrounding areas during after school hours. This position will collaborate with several other organizations to promote programming and events for both youth and adults across the Kansas City Metropolitan area, which includes, but it is not limited to the following programs:

Ryogoku Soccer Academy – the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s innovative program that uses soccer as a tool to promote social skills and healthy habits.
Youth choose a community challenge, form solutions, and promote system change for their neighborhood.
Plan and conduct regular support group sessions for at risk teenagers by implementing Kid-Grit curriculum.
Promotes healthy behaviors and interactions between peers by providing a safe environment for social engagement.

While the Community Wellness Specialist will primarily facilitate health related programming, this position may also provide support at additional youth development, agency, or community-based events. This position is a part-time, non-exempt position. The responsibilities of this position require a flexible work schedule and reliable transportation.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION & ENGAGEMENT

75% PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

Implements and supports the innovation of quality programs and services for youth of all ages.

Assists the Youth Development Coordinator or site-based lead in the delivery of program activities guided by the standards set forth by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and the agency.
Responsible for following program structure and contributing ideas to the agency’s Youth Development resources, including curriculum development and program design.
Addresses safety and behavior concerns with each student or participant as dictated by Mattie Rhodes Center behavior support and management policy.
Inspect equipment for -safety hazards, damage or wear to ensure safety of youth, staff and program site.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and program partners and engage them in programming.

20% PROGRAM SUPPORT & PROMOTION

Responsible for providing support in the implementation of other Mattie Rhodes Center youth/family related endeavors, activities, and events.
Assist in creation and disbursement of educational/program/event promotional materials.
Responsible for collecting registration, tracking attendance, sign-in procedures and implementation of program assessments and keeping this information up to date for reporting.
Participate in supervision and team meetings as required.
Pursue professional development opportunities as recommended and required by Mattie Rhodes Center. (18hrs of annual training are required of all Youth Development staff)

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Passion for youth development, urban education, health and nutrition education, and sports.
Ability to physically participate as a player during activities/games with kids.
Experience working with school-age children in out-of-school time or other teaching environments.
Experience in a family service agency working with diverse urban populations.
Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion in working with youth.
Ability to prioritize and think clearly in crisis situations.
Flexibility and the ability to work independently and cooperate well in groups.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation to program sites, clean driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of sports (general, not competition level)
Bilingual (Spanish)

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