Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

Job Title: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction

Supervisor: Chief of Staff

Salary: Based on Experience

Job Classification: Exempt

Contract Length: 12-month contract

Job Summary

Under the leadership of the Chief of Staff, the position is responsible for supervising all academic service areas, which include Curriculum and Development, Special Education, Gifted Services, School Counseling, Title Funding, Testing and Data Management Services, Career and Technical Education, and Extended Learning. Position advises the Chief of Staff on issues within assigned area of responsibility; communicates with the School Board and the community regarding division programs; ensures compliance with state and federal regulations; administers the department budget; and supervises staff.

Essential Duties

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

1. With all academic departments, develops and coordinates the implementation of the division-wide strategic plan and supporting goals, objectives, and action plans to attain the vision and mission of the division; participates in high-level planning and decision making.

2. Plans, coordinates and supervises the design and quality of the curriculum aligned to state standards: the instructional improvement and delivery; and the implementation and assessment of instructional programs.

3. Lead a rigorous Plan for Continuous Improvement (PCI) process that results in improved student achievement. 4. Provide leadership in the areas of school improvement planning, principal professional development, and evaluation.

5. Work with school leaders to monitor school improvement and adjust accordingly.

6. Drive the successful integration of evidence-based strategies to ensure the growth and success of all schools.

7. Create a shared understanding of challenges at the school level and identify opportunities for improved student achievement.

8. Assists the superintendent in matters of instruction including long-range planning.

9. Serves on the Superintendent’s Executive Staff, Senior Staff and coordinates on matters of instruction across departments and offices as needed.

10. Interprets assigned instructional programs, philosophy, and policies of the school division to staff, students, and the community at large.

11. Effectively works and communicates with parents, community groups, administrators and others on instructional program matters.

12. Communicates with internal and external audiences on local, state and national levels to articulate information regarding division programs.

13. Effectively work and communicate with parents, community groups, administrators, and others on instructional program matters.

14. Direct all planning for instructional programs; plan and oversee all instructional programs and staff development activities.

15. Evaluate all instructional programs; observe and monitor programs and program staff.

16. Builds the capacity of teachers, support personnel and school administrators to implement effective instructional programs which includes: implementation of a written, taught and assessed curriculum; tiered remedial supports which enable students to receive appropriate support beyond the classroom; and the establishment of sustainable Professional Learning Communities in all schools, which enable teacher to effectively plan, assess and respond to

the instructional needs of every student.

17. Monitors state and federal legislation governing assigned areas and programs, and ensures that the division is in compliance.

18. Identifies, develops and monitors the implementation of federal, state and local programs.

19. Attends School Board meetings/work sessions; and prepares and presents reports for the School Board as requested and directed.

20. Must attend all school board meetings, work sessions and committee meetings.

21. Coordinate special projects on a continuing basis as assigned by the superintendent.

22. Attend numerous committee meetings in the development of instructional, curriculum and related policies, and procedures.

23. Prepares and monitors the department budget and seeks outside funding; directs the preparation of reports necessary to carry out the functions of the department reviews and authorizes requests for the purchase of department materials.

24. Supervises and conducts personnel administration duties for assigned staff.

25. Plans and conducts staff meetings on a regular basis for the effective functioning of the department. 26. Serve on a variety of task forces; attend PTA, School Board, and City Council meetings.

27. Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.

Other Duties

1. Initiates and maintains effective liaisons with other school divisions and professional organizations to maintain a current knowledge of developments and research in the profession.

2. Serves on the Superintendent’s Executive Leadership and Senior Staff

3. Serves as a designee, upon request, for the Superintendent at instructional meetings, programs and ceremonies.

4. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Job Specifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required)

Must possess a Master's degree (Doctorate preferred) in Educational Administration or Curriculum and Instruction. Minimum of three years of public school experience at central office. Must have three years of successful experience as a teacher in public schools. Three years of public school experience as a principal preferred. Must possess budget planning and execution experience. Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and current issues in educational administration. Must possess a demonstrated ability to guide the strategic planning process which supports division goals and programs. Must possess the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable structural or composite characteristics of data, people or things. Must possess excellent leadership, management, and communication skills. Must possess the ability to speak effectively before large groups and high level executives. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school division officials, staff, and the public.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Duties are performed in an office, in schools, community centers and wherever the business of the school division is to be conducted. Overnight travel is required. Must be knowledgeable of and physically able to operate a variety of equipment including personal computers. Must possess a valid driver’s license and physically be able to operate a motor vehicle. Work usually requires walking and standing. Requires ability to talk, hear and communicate via telephone. The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which 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, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Supervision Exercised: Position provides overall supervision of school based instruction and assigned direct reports. Supervision Received: Chief of Staff

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Staff. Petersburg City Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Instructional and Curriculum Leadershipd: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• VDOE License with appropriate Endorsement (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $112,000