Director of Leadership Development and Accountability (Director I, II)

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Company: Alisal Union School District

Location: Springfield, IL 62762

Description:

Position Type:
Certificated Management/Director of Leadership Development and Accountability

Date Posted:
8/6/2024

Location:
Educational Services Dept.

Closing Date:
09/03/2024DIRECTOR OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY (1 POSITION)

ASSIGNMENT: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES DIVISION

SALARY: DIRECTOR I, II (Salary range is based on experience and qualifications)
$139,271-$169,837 Annually
(Plus $500 Master's Degree stipend or $1000 Doctorate Degree stipend)

WORK YEAR: 222 workdays per year

ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION DEADLINE.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Assistant/Associate Superintendent of Educational Services and in cooperation with other District administrators, the Director of Leadership Development and Accountability shall assist in providing leadership, vision and strategic direction for curriculum, instruction, assessment, data analysis, school improvement, supervision, and professional development for elementary site leaders. The Director will provide key strategic direction and project management while leading the continued development of the state, regional and local data, assessment, and accountability. The Director will integrate the management and analysis of student data seamlessly into the district's effective execution of state assessment and accountability standards. The Director shall support in planning, organizing, and supervising the overall functioning and management of the elementary instructional program, and collaborate, coach and provide supervision to elementary principals in meeting identified instructional goals of the District.

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Assistant/Associate Superintendent of Educational Services.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides onsite support and assistance to elementary principals. Works with principals to review and analyze assessment data for the purposes of improving teaching and student learning.
Establishing district wide goals and educational goals for the schools that foster instructional excellence. Supervises compliance with the requirements of the California Department of Education, state and federal regulations. Supports and monitors the implementation of grades TK-6 curriculum in cooperation with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Collaborates with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Associate Superintendent of Educational Services in planning of activities, monitoring of programs, and preparing professional development. Creates a strong professional learning experience for assistant principals. Visits school sites and classrooms to provide instructional support to principals using best-practice and research-based instructional methods. In collaboration with Associate Superintendent, addresses parent and or guardian concerns regarding student experiences. Develops, implements, and analyzes assessments to determine learning mastery and review data to determine trends. Assist in building and sustaining a "culture of evidence" documenting student learning, and contributing to excellent teaching and effective learning. Advise and collaborate with school leaders on organization issues, and student achievement based on current data and information for the purpose of ensuring accountability measures and district initiatives are being met. Disaggregate data and create reports; and provide evaluative findings (including student achievement data) for the review of curriculum and instruction program effectiveness. Compiles and disseminates reports on student achievement (i.e. academic dashboards). Works cooperatively with school leaders, leadership teams, and instructional TOSA's in developing and supervising the procedures for administering local and state assessments. Coordinate the ordering and use of all local and state assessment materials. Ensures compliance with federal and state accountability requirements. Complete assessment calendar for the district. Disseminate information regarding requirements of the state assessment program including test administration, security, and confidentiality. Serves as the lead liaison with California Department Education assessment and accountability staff. Serves as the California Dashboard Coordinator. Assists in the development of data and printed materials for the purposes of public information. Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to: Lead and facilitate cooperative team efforts. Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with all levels of staff and public. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Use technology and computer applications appropriate to the work environment. Meet schedules and timelines. Work independently with appropriate direction. Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Maintain confidentiality. Education: An earned master's degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard from a recognized college or university. The appropriate teaching and administrative credentials as required by the State of California. Experience: Three years of successful teaching experience, preferably at the elementary level; Five years of successful management experience at the school or district level, preferably with three years as an elementary school principal or comparable combination of relevant experience. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of leadership, management, supervision, and training. Curriculum design, planning, development, implementation, and audit/evaluation. Computer-based instructional and management systems. Grant development, application, and management process. Current research on testing and evaluation programs. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual / Biliterate (Spanish / English)

PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Physical strength to perform the tasks that may be required of a Director of Assessment and Accountability. These physical requirements include: Physical and mental stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Manual dexterity sufficient to write, use the telephone and business machines. Vision sufficient to read printed materials and computer screens. Hearing sufficient to communicate in person and hold telephone conversations. Speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversational distances on the telephone and addressing groups. Physical ability to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, and to reach overhead. Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, district, school site to site) drive an automobile and to respond to emergency situations. Physical strength sufficient to lift 25 pounds. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments.

TO APPLY: IN-DISTRICT APPLICANTS need to submit an Interest Form, Resume, Cover Letter, and 3 Reference Letters (reference letter must include signature and not older than 18 months). OUT-OF-DISTRICT APPLICANTS need to complete a Certificated Application, Resume, Cover Letter, and 3 Reference Letters (reference letter must include signature and not older than 18 months). You can obtain an application at www.alisal.org or www.edjoin.org. Please apply at https://www.applitrack.com/alisal/onlineapp/

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
  • Certificated Application
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • 3 Reference Letters (not older than 18 months)
  • Copy of Transcripts
  • Credential Copy (Copy of a valid California Administrative Credential & California Teaching Credential)

If you are completing an online application and you are not able to upload a document please email to [redacted].

NOTE: Alisal Union School District will require proof of U.S. Citizenship, alien registration or authorization to work in the U.S. before an applicant may be appointed to any District position. All appointees will be required to complete a designated form.

Alisal Union School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district programs, activities, and employment based on actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or any other legally protected status; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For issues related to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and Title IX complaints, contact AUSD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Mr. Arturo C. Duran, 155 Bardin Road, Salinas, Ca. Phone ([redacted].

Attachment(s):
  • Director of Leadership Assessment and Accountability.pdf

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