Director II - Math and Science

Position Type:
Leading District Professional

Date Posted:
6/11/2024

Location:
MATHEMATICS

Closing Date:
06/27/2024
Director II - Math & Science

Reports to: Executive Director - Mathematics/Science & Professional Learning
Pay Grade: 308
239 Days
$109,703 - $132,174
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Purpose

Advances the vision of Learning and Leading in Fort Worth ISD. Supports campuses, Teachers, Principals, and District Service Center staff in implementing a coherent PK-12 strategy to support all learners with a focus on Mathematics and Science. Ensures that the Learning and Leading Division practices are designed to close achievement and opportunity gaps throughout the District in order to ensure equity for historically marginalized students. Ensures appropriate support is provided to campuses through department personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instructional & Program Management

• Coordinates instructional support, curriculum writing, assessment, and development of professional learning for all stakeholders.
• Coordinates a systemic framework to monitor the quality and implementation of instruction and academic support initiatives; plans, and makes recommendations for adjustments, as needed.
• Collaborates across departments/divisions to align research-based and culturally responsive curriculum, practices, strategies, and resources to support the needs of all student populations.
• Collaborates with other team leaders to build the capacity of instructional coaches in supporting teachers to meet the needs of students.
• Coaches and mentors staff to build leadership skills and leadership capacity within the Division.
• Directs and leads department staff in support of content area instruction at campuses.
• Creates and provides guidance for effective, research-based teaching practices.
• Ensures practices are aligned across departments to meet the needs of all students to ensure coherence across the District.
• Leads professional learning across the District along with other Learning and Leading leaders on any and all Instructional Initiatives.
• Stays abreast of current research and trends in curriculum development and instruction.
• Communicates the latest developments in curriculum and innovative instructional techniques and programs to improve student achievement.
• Provides support for the Learning and Leading Division by housing curricular resources and internal documentation for professional learning.
• Provides support for the Learning and Leading Division around curriculum and the implementation of curricular initiatives.
• Develops and manages equitable budgets based on department priorities and District goals.
• Actively promotes the District's equity vision through curricular adoptions, instructional practices, and use of data to improve outcomes for all students with a focus on historically marginalized populations.
• Analyzes instructional progress to evaluate progress toward program goals and gathers other significant data relevant to the success of initiatives, grants, or programs when applicable.
• Implements effective and efficient assessment systems and data collection processes that provide a record of baseline measures and track longitudinal trends.
• Implements extended learning and activities for students in collaboration with District personnel and the community.
• Facilitates implementation of the equity protocol; observes and provides guidance in the use of appropriate equity tools and protocols. Ensures that culturally relevant learning opportunities are provided.
• Monitors the impact of the Division through evaluating progress toward goals, and gathers other significant data relevant to the success of the work.
• Monitors goals, shares reports, and assists in developing action plans for achieving goals.

Safety

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff, and makes recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, as well as District policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student levels.
• Knowledge of assessment and accountability systems, data collection, management, and analysis.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of current theory, research, and best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of special populations, particularly with regard to current national research and best practices.
• Knowledge of current District programs, initiatives, and coaching structures.
• Knowledge of budgets and budgeting processes for both local and federal funds and experience in developing and managing district service center or campus budgets.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of effective research-based strategies, theories, techniques, and methodologies.
• Skill in aligning curriculum instruction and assessment to standards, implementing academic programs, and leading/facilitating effective collaboration among departments.
• Skill in building highly functional instructional leadership teams, and implementing instructional programs effective in improving student academic outcomes.
• Skill in program design, implementation, and management.
• Skill in applying leadership skills and managing a large staff and budget.
• Skill in coordinating, planning, organizing, and facilitating staff development.
• Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Skill in organizational development, communications, public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in written and oral communication, including ability to interact with and influence all levels of district service center, campus staff, and parents.
• Skill in professional development program design and implementation.
• Ability to merge divergent views and expectations into a long-range vision for students, District staff, and the community.
• Ability to provide instructional leadership, engage in creative problem solving, and contribute to effective team building.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents, and members of the community.
• Ability to use qualitative and quantitative data to make decisions about teaching and learning including student and teacher assessment.
• Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.
• Ability to prepare oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, grant proposals, and curriculum documents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to exercise absolute discretion regarding matters of a sensitive or confidential nature.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computers and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university required.
  • Major in Mathematics, Science, Education, or content related field preferred;
• Certification/License:
  • Eligible for a valid Texas Teaching Certification in the area of Mathematics or Science required. Attainment of certification within six months is a condition of continued employment;
  • Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • Required: 5 years' experience including:
    • 3 years' experience teaching Mathematics or Science required;
    • 2 years' leadership (non-classroom) at campus or central office level required;
  • Preferred:
    • Experience as a campus principal or in administration, including significant experience working with Mathematics or Science.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.