What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director for School Improvement and Transformation position at Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District?
Job Description:
The Director of School Improvement and Transformation will support the district’s lowest-performing schools by strengthening the instructional capacity of principals and teachers, fostering sustainable academic growth, and driving long-term student success.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
- Valid Texas Administrator’s / Principal Certificate;
- Minimum of five (5) years of successful principal experience preferred;
- Demonstrated leadership ability with strong interpersonal and effective communication skills; and
- Extensive knowledge, experience, and successful implementation of a school turnaround model required.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Probationary/Term Contract: 250 days
SALARY/ PAYGRADE:.
$96,370 IA-7
Salary Range as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year 2024 – 2025
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Proven expertise and a track record of successfully implementing a school turnaround model.
- Proven ability to contribute to and cultivate a high-performance culture within a collaborative environment.
- Expertise in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), state assessments, and State and Federal school improvement requirements.
- Strong data literacy skills to analyze and use data to inform instruction and school improvement.
- Demonstrated application of high-yield instructional strategies and scientifically research-based instruction.
- Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills to work with principals, leadership teams, and instructional staff.
- Strong coaching, problem-solving, and conferencing skills.
- Ability to view oneself as a positive agent of change.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Dedicate the majority of time to supporting identified campuses by providing professional development to principals, leadership teams, professional learning communities, and teachers.
- Facilitate the Monitored Schools Process.
- Lead data reviews (e.g., district benchmarks, STAAR results) with identified campuses to diagnose barriers to student growth and develop actionable improvement plans.
- Review and provide input on Campus Improvement Plans (CIPs) to ensure effective implementation of school improvement strategies, measurable goals, and aligned activities.
- Assist campuses in fostering a culture of learning and student success.
- Serve on interview committees for leadership positions at identified campuses.
- Provide follow-up instructional coaching to principals and leadership teams to ensure alignment with district curriculum and standards.
- Support efforts to enhance community and parental involvement at identified campuses.
- Actively engage in problem-solving with campus leadership teams to address barriers to success.
- Assist in aligning instructional and budgetary resources to support school improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Curriculum and Instruction Assistant Superintendents to address curriculum, instruction, and data needs for identified campuses.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction and Accountability.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
February 13, 2025
or until filled
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Human Resources 281-517-2680
All applications will be reviewed
Not all applicants will be interviewed
Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.
INQUIRIES:
Chief Academic Officer/Associate Superintendent
BECOME AN ADMINISTRATOR WITH CFISD:
https://humanresources.cfisd.net/careers/administrator
Salary : $96,370
