Position Purpose
Assists the Leadership Academy Network (LAN) Executive Director of Academics and manages instructional support for students and teachers to narrow the achievement gap; serves as the leader for teachers in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and planning to increase teacher effectiveness and drive student achievement; develops and leads campus professional development at the Elementary and / or Secondary levels for multiple LAN campuses.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Instructional Management
- Assists with the academic day-to-day operation; schedules students; monitors student achievement progress; coordinates the instructional efforts of the department heads across multiple campuses.
- Provides professional development for the development of innovative instructional programs; supports effective instruction through demonstration of lessons / instructional assistance.
- Design and facilitate instructional planning meetings for content teams and provides input regarding effective instructional techniques.
- Creation and delivery of LAN assessments and benchmarks across multiple grade-levels, campuses, and / or subjects.
- Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members; supports active involvement in the decision-making process.
School / Organizational Improvement
Takes a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s academic success.Participates in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members as needed.Professional Learning Community
Develops a weekly focus for campus administration teams for walkthroughs and LAN Executive Director of Academics; prepares walkthrough data and provides feedback to the administrative teams on professional development needs.Establishes professional development opportunities that support new teacher growth and development; ensures new teachers develop the effective use of the curricula and lesson planning; coaches new teachers in classroom management and evaluative practices.Assists with regular faculty and department meetings; provides opportunities for peer evaluation, and analyzes instructional and assessment data for the purpose of improving teaching and learning; uses data to develop campus-wide strategies for intervening with at-risk students.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 work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.Supervisory Responsibilities
None.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 current teaching methods and education pedagogy, as well as differentiation of instruction based upon student learning styles.Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.Knowledge of federal and state guidelines and District policies and procedures regarding special population students’ services and programs.Ability to consider academic, social, and emotional needs of students in making decisions about academic settings and accommodations for individual students.Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.Ability to differentiate instructional support for experienced and new teachers.Ability to develop and implement plans in all areas of the instructional program.Ability to develop and implement projects.Ability to use qualitative and quantitative data to make decisions about teaching and learning including student and teacher assessment.Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, community, and stakeholders in a multi-ethnic educational environment.Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.Ability to organize and coordinate work.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.Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings, LAN campuses and professional meetings as required.Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment, including computer 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 mouse; occasional reaching.Lifting : Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).Environment : Works in an office setting; may require occasional 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.Certification / License : Valid Texas Teaching CertificationClear and valid Texas Driver's License required; Insurable by the District's insurance carrier required;Experience : 3 year’s successful teaching experience, experience in inner-city schools with diverse population.Language : Bilingual (English / Spanish) working proficiency preferred in some settings.Some positions may be grant-funded and contingent on availability of funds.
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.
