Assisstant Superintendent of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction

Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction

Job Goal:

To provide leadership in the coordination, development and improvement of the elementary curriculum and instructional programs for the Lee County Schools.

Qualifications:

Must comply with all employment criteria legally established by the Lee County Board of Education.

Hold a valid Professional Leadership Certificate as set forth by the Alabama State Board of Education.

Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university required.

A minimum of five years of elementary (K-6) classroom teaching experience and three years public school administrative experience.

Must have served as a principal for grades that includes elementary or experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Director, Coordinator or Supervisor of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction.

Must have working knowledge of Lee County Schools policies and procedures.

Valid Alabama driver license, reliable transportation, and evidence of insurance.

Must meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Background Check Required: (HB 402 ACT 99-361 Alabama Legislature) Upon offer of employment employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of curriculum and principles of learning.

Knowledge of the law as pertaining to schools.

Knowledge of special education laws, policies and procedures.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.

Ability to work in a collaborative manner to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students, parents, and community service providers.

Physical mobility, dexterity, strength, and visual acuity.

Must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Knowledge of local, state, and national policies which impact elementary education.

Ability to supervise implementation of a sound budgeting process.

Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences in both oral and written form.

Ability to facilitate groups to consensus.

Knowledge of current research and best practices in areas of responsibility.

Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements in areas of responsibility.

Ability to analyze statistical data for trends and performance in various programs and to develop strategies for improvement.

Ability to understand and interpret Alabama statutes related to curriculum requirements and schools operations.

Ability to understand and interpret School Board policy and Code of Student Conduct.

Ability to represent the District at state and regional functions.

Supervisor:
Superintendent

Supervises:
Principals of elementary education and assigned support personnel

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Applicable to All Employees:

• Attend on a regular and predictable basis.
• Complete assigned tasks in a safe manner and in a constant state of alertness.
• Uphold Board policies, including the anti-harassment program.
• Work in a cooperative manner with students, teachers, staff, supervisors, and the public.
• Work effectively and efficiently under time and productivity standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Communication

Conduct on-site visits to schools and individual classrooms.

Maintain a close working relationship with school-based and District-level administrators to ensure information exchange, coordination of efforts, and support for the decision-making process.

Use a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and exchange of ideas.

Use E-mail effectively.

Interact with businesses, community groups, District, and school personnel formally and informally, in person, by telephone, and in writing.

Address and make presentations to District administrators, school and District personnel, and community groups using appropriate media and graphics.

Critical Thinking

Assist in the development of policies and administrative procedures.

Assist in organizational analysis and development.

Assist in the development of the Pupil Progression Plan.

Assist schools in using data, including assessment and evaluation data, as a basis for school improvement planning.

Assist principals with staffing patterns, operations, student management, community relations, program operations, organizational patterns, and space utilization.

Proactive Orientation

Anticipate problems and design processes and procedures to address them.

Empower others to make decisions and carry out responsibilities.

Seek sources and develop proposals for additional resources.

Facilitation

Supervise and evaluate the performance of the assigned school principals and other personnel.

Facilitate solutions to elementary school concerns.

Involve principals in systematic and team approaches to school leadership and management.

Involve principals in problem identification and problem solving related to commonly identified concerns related to school operations.

Coordinate activities among feeder patterns to ensure articulation.

Use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals and groups toward task accomplishment.

Provide leadership for a collaborative team to ensure that curriculum and instructional initiatives are student focused and aligned with the District's mission and beliefs and school goals and improvement plans.

Continuous Improvement

Set high standards of performance for self and others.

Keep well informed about current trends in elementary school education.

Promote and support professional development for self and others.

Provide leadership in providing professional development opportunities for elementary school administrators.

Provide modeling and coaching for employees.

Attend celebrations and events at schools and about schools.

Identify discrepancies between goals and current status in order to stimulate achievement.

Provide support for school's continuous improvement objectives and strategies.

Encourage others to try new and innovative approaches.

Technical/Professional Knowledge

Direct and coordinate the development of the elementary school instructional and non-instructional allocation formulas.

Direct and coordinate the elementary school Code of Student Conduct and manage student discipline concerns.

Assist with the development of educational specifications and school design.

Assist with the recruitment, selection, placement, and appraisal of elementary school administrators.

Interpret programs, policies, and District goals, objectives and philosophy to staff, students, and community.

Assist in the development of the District budget.

Supervise assigned personnel, conduct annual performance appraisals, and make recommendations for appropriate employment actions.

Use technology effectively.

Constancy of Purpose

Assist in development of District goals and plans.

Represent schools at District-level functions as needed.

Work closely with the Superintendent's staff to ensure support for schools in the context of the District's vision and mission.

Maintain good public relations with parents, business, and community groups to provide information and receive feedback.

Assist the Superintendent in District-wide planning to link the curriculum and instructional program and the use of financial and human resources to the District's goals and objectives.

Exercise proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the District.

Exhibit confidence and commitment to the vision and mission of the District.

Serve on the Superintendent's Leadership Team.

Serve as a district representative at emergency shelters as determined by the Superintendent.

Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Managerial

Coordinate elementary school program reviews.

Provide leadership in curriculum and instruction and oversight of elementary schools.

Review elementary school improvement plans and monitor their evaluation.

Coordinate elementary school parent concerns.

Prepare or oversee the preparation of all required reports.

Assist with the recruitment, selection, and placement of instructional and administrative personnel.

Coordinate the transfer of students.

Facilitate reading and mathematics coaches duties between the instruction needs and State requirements and ensure their professional development.

Decisiveness

Provide for the design of professional development assistance plans for assigned personnel as necessary and appropriate.

Assign special tasks in a timely manner and communicate to assigned personnel.

Respond quickly to emergency situations.

Respond to employee discipline concerns with swift, thorough, and appropriate investigation and recommendations.

Serve as an arbitrator on appeals of school-based decisions.

Make decisions in a timely manner with appropriate involvement by others so that actions may be taken and commitments made.

Any and all duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move a minimum of 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move a minimum of 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.

Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions. Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities. Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment. Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a twelve-month contract (242 days). Salary is based on board approved salary schedule.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.