PROGRAM MANAGER OF UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDER (UPK)
Apply NowCompany: Alisal Union School District
Location: District Heights, MD 20747
Description:
Position Type:
Certificated Management/Program Manager of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)
Date Posted:
8/9/2024
Location:
District-Wide
Closing Date:
09/03/2024
PROGRAM MANAGER OF UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN (UPK)
(1 POSITION)
Assignment: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES DIVISION
SALARY: $119,288-140,448 Annually
(Plus $500 Master's Degree stipend or $1000 Doctorate Degree stipend)
WORK YEAR: 206 Days
START DATE: TO BE DETERMINED
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 BY 5:00 P.M.
ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION DEADLINE.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assumes various administrative and technical leadership responsibilities essential to the successful administration of related school operations, activities, and programs. The program Manager provides guidance and support to all schools, principals and teacher leaders in developmentally appropriate instruction for all UPK students.
DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Early Learning Programs.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides instructional leadership to the project staff and assists in determining school needs as the basis for developing long and short-range project plans. Assists in the development and involvement of parents in Early Learning parent advisory committees. Coordinates the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the State Preschool in accordance with federal and state guidelines. Assists in the development and monitoring of Universal Pre-Kindergarten program budgets. Remains up-to-date on all special project funding information and legislation. Monitors State Preschool and/or UPK program to meet compliance requirements. Maintains on-going communication with the District Director of Curriculum Instruction and Educational Services to ensure successful implementation of special programs. Assists in monitoring student progress through Student Study Teams and other accountability programs and processes as related to all Universal Pre-Kindergarten general and Special Education students. Assists in implementing the District-approved curriculum as adopted by the Board of Trustees. Assists with the safety, conduct, and general welfare of students. Counsels students regarding behavioral and educational problems; observes and evaluates student behavior and progress. Confers with administrators, teachers, parents and other concerned agencies and individuals regarding school, students and activities; assists in advising and coordinating activities of parent advisory groups. Assists with the supervision and evaluation of classified and certificated staff. Assists in presenting or coordinating in-service training, workshops, and meetings for certificated and classified employees. Integrates and coordinates services of the areas of responsibility with other organizational units of the district. Ability to manage grants, develop reports, and meet grant deadlines.
Other related duties as assigned.
AREAS OF AUTHORITY:
The Programs Manager Universal Pre-Kindergarten shall have the authority to: Act as Principal at the Early Learning Center. Carry out those responsibilities delegated by the Supervisor and Board Policy. Use discretion in all matters not covered by Board Policy reporting all his/her actions to the Supervisor and the District Office at the earliest time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Administrative Services Credential authorizing K-6 service.
Credential requirements to be supplemented by five years teaching experience, with at least three served as a classroom teacher. Bilingual/Biliterate in Spanish and English highly desired. Must possess an ability to communicate well and to apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model. Must exhibit sound educational philosophy and instructional competence. Must possess an ability to evaluate the instructional process and contribute to high level academic requirements using sound research and educational principles. Must have a strong background in computer technology and standards-based teaching and learning. Must have knowledge of and prior application or experience in improving academic achievement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally lift/ and or move up to 50 lbs. The demands of an extended workday (coverage of building activities and extra-curricular activities, etc.), require a high level of physical endurance. This job requires the ability to handle and balance multiple demands at one time
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:
If you are completing an online application and you are not able to upload a document please email to [redacted].
SUBMIT TO: ALISAL UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
ATTN: Maritza Salazar, Administrative Assistant
155 Bardin Road, Salinas, CA 93905
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 93905. Telephone number ([redacted].
Attachment(s):
Certificated Management/Program Manager of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)
Date Posted:
8/9/2024
Location:
District-Wide
Closing Date:
09/03/2024
PROGRAM MANAGER OF UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN (UPK)
(1 POSITION)
Assignment: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES DIVISION
SALARY: $119,288-140,448 Annually
(Plus $500 Master's Degree stipend or $1000 Doctorate Degree stipend)
WORK YEAR: 206 Days
START DATE: TO BE DETERMINED
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 BY 5:00 P.M.
ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION DEADLINE.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assumes various administrative and technical leadership responsibilities essential to the successful administration of related school operations, activities, and programs. The program Manager provides guidance and support to all schools, principals and teacher leaders in developmentally appropriate instruction for all UPK students.
DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Early Learning Programs.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides instructional leadership to the project staff and assists in determining school needs as the basis for developing long and short-range project plans. Assists in the development and involvement of parents in Early Learning parent advisory committees. Coordinates the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the State Preschool in accordance with federal and state guidelines. Assists in the development and monitoring of Universal Pre-Kindergarten program budgets. Remains up-to-date on all special project funding information and legislation. Monitors State Preschool and/or UPK program to meet compliance requirements. Maintains on-going communication with the District Director of Curriculum Instruction and Educational Services to ensure successful implementation of special programs. Assists in monitoring student progress through Student Study Teams and other accountability programs and processes as related to all Universal Pre-Kindergarten general and Special Education students. Assists in implementing the District-approved curriculum as adopted by the Board of Trustees. Assists with the safety, conduct, and general welfare of students. Counsels students regarding behavioral and educational problems; observes and evaluates student behavior and progress. Confers with administrators, teachers, parents and other concerned agencies and individuals regarding school, students and activities; assists in advising and coordinating activities of parent advisory groups. Assists with the supervision and evaluation of classified and certificated staff. Assists in presenting or coordinating in-service training, workshops, and meetings for certificated and classified employees. Integrates and coordinates services of the areas of responsibility with other organizational units of the district. Ability to manage grants, develop reports, and meet grant deadlines.
Other related duties as assigned.
AREAS OF AUTHORITY:
The Programs Manager Universal Pre-Kindergarten shall have the authority to: Act as Principal at the Early Learning Center. Carry out those responsibilities delegated by the Supervisor and Board Policy. Use discretion in all matters not covered by Board Policy reporting all his/her actions to the Supervisor and the District Office at the earliest time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Administrative Services Credential authorizing K-6 service.
Credential requirements to be supplemented by five years teaching experience, with at least three served as a classroom teacher. Bilingual/Biliterate in Spanish and English highly desired. Must possess an ability to communicate well and to apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model. Must exhibit sound educational philosophy and instructional competence. Must possess an ability to evaluate the instructional process and contribute to high level academic requirements using sound research and educational principles. Must have a strong background in computer technology and standards-based teaching and learning. Must have knowledge of and prior application or experience in improving academic achievement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally lift/ and or move up to 50 lbs. The demands of an extended workday (coverage of building activities and extra-curricular activities, etc.), require a high level of physical endurance. This job requires the ability to handle and balance multiple demands at one time
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].
SUBMIT TO: ALISAL UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
ATTN: Maritza Salazar, Administrative Assistant
155 Bardin Road, Salinas, CA 93905
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 93905. Telephone number ([redacted].
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