What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Superintendent position at Pike Road School District?
System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create.
System Vision: Our students are lifelong learners who use their knowledge, skills, and influence to make the world a better place.
Pike Road Schools
Job Description for Deputy Superintendent
System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create.
LOCATION: Pike Road School District
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
SUPERVISES: Classified and certified school personnel as designated
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
TERMS: 240-day position in accordance with an individual contract.
JOB GOAL:
Serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the school district in the absence of the Superintendent and is vested with the authority of the Superintendent to make decisions and resolve issues related to the day-to-day operations of the Pike Road Schools District
Serve as a senior leader to the Superintendent and provide leadership for the district to create and implement high-leverage strategic initiatives, clear and thorough execution strategies, with monitoring and accountability systems for performance excellence
Provides guidance as to the appropriate use of all resources; oversees changes in policy and practice; and assists in the preparation of agenda for Board meetings
Direct activities of the district to be in compliance with law, policy, and regulations in a manner that ensures the optimal use of district assets, and high levels of achievement
Provide leadership in the development of system-wide improvement strategies; and monitors progress within and across disciplines
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in educational administration/instructional leadership, or related field required, Doctorate preferred.
Valid Alabama administrator certificate required.
A minimum of five (5) years teaching and/or administrative experience.
Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of modern education and ability to apply them to the needs of the school.
Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialties.
Knowledge of student growth and development.
Ability to plan, organize, and delegate effectively.
Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others.
Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, including, but not limited to, learners, lead learners, staff, parents, and community members.
Knowledge of school law, Board policies, and school system regulations.
Demonstrated skill in recruitment, selection, induction, and assignment of personnel.
Successful previous experience in maintaining effective discipline.
Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
Ability to use and facilitate the use of technology to communicate, manage data, and produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, and is responsible for the overall direction, management, coordination, and evaluation of the following departments/employees: Secondary and Elementary Area Directors, Director of Special Education, Director of Student Services, State and Federal Compliance, and Director of Transportation
Systems alignment for teaching and learning, personnel/business/operations, communications/public relations/community partnerships
Strategic planning and execution
Academic programming (rigorous and adaptive learning systems)
Accountability processes/Cognia Accreditation/State compliance
Policy management
Overseeing the implementation and revision of the district’s strategic plan
Board and Community Relations
Attend all committee, regular, and special board meetings as requested by the Superintendent for the purpose of informing and interpreting all matters related to administration
Demonstrate skill in anticipating, managing and resolving conflict with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community
Promote a positive image that supports the vision and mission of the district
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in relating to and communicating with staff, school board, community and media
Budgeting/financial management
Administer and monitor assigned department budgets and ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed effectively and efficiently
Monitor and align state, local, and federal unit allocations for maximum effectiveness and efficiency
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with CSFO and business office for school and district decisions regarding staffing and personnel
Communication
Maintain a positive and effective working relationship with the Superintendent, Board, coworkers, employees, outside agencies and organizations, and the general public
Effectively communicate with colleagues
Maintain good judgement and decision making when dealing with supervisors, co-workers, district officials and employees, and outside agencies and organizations, and the general public
Instructional Management
Ensure student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and the findings are used to make programs and services more effective
Provide strategic leadership and support for district and building level administrators in monitoring the implementation of the district curriculum
Personnel Management
Assist with developing training options and/or improvement plans in the development of staff to ensure best practices, and efficient and effective operations of the district
Policy, Reports & Law
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy
Review and recommend revision of Board Policy to the Superintendent as necessary
School & Community Relations
Clearly communicate district needs and programs to parents and to the community and respond to their concerns in a timely manner
Address, both formally and informally, complaints of parents, students, and staff as necessary
Participate in civic affairs that are appropriate for educational leaders
Reinforce and augment all duties and responsibilities through frequent campus visits and high visibility within the schools and community
School Organizational Culture and Climate
Promote an open, collegial environment among staff and develop positive staff morale
Appropriately assess school district culture and climate in conjunction with teachers, parents, and others; use findings to maintain or improve conditions
Regularly conduct Culture and Climate surveys and provide ongoing feedback to the Board, administrators, and teachers
School Organization Improvement
Demonstrate high expectations for staff and student performance in a manner that builds leadership capacity and inspires high levels of performance
Use a wide variety of evaluative data and needs assessment findings to formulate goals and objectives cooperatively with the school board, staff, and community
Oversee district and school accountability processes including development of short and long term performances metrics, development and delivery of reports on school and system performance
Student Management
Help to ensure that student services are effective in promoting student conduct and social growth
Ensure building level administration effectively implements student discipline policies and procedures
Ensure that the consequences for inappropriate student behavior are applied uniformly and consistently across all school campuses
Ensure that due process is conducted regarding students’ rights
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Attends professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovations related to position
Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Executive Leadership Team and participate in the strategic planning process to meet the District’s mission and goals
Provide input in the development of policies and administrative guidelines for areas of responsibility, and support the implementation of programmatic goals and objectives on a district-wide basis
Conduct professional development and training, including preparing training materials for staff and board members
Serve as a member of the District’s Emergency Response Team
Demonstrates professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress and appropriate professional manner for the workplace
Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, state data, state standards, board policy, administrative procedures and forms, and governmental regulations and guidance
Maintains strict confidentiality
Adheres to good safety practices
Adheres to all district rules, regulations and policies
All other duties as required or assigned by the Superintendent
EVALUATION: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Pike Road Board of Education policy on evaluation of classified personnel.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.
The Pike Road Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Board Approved: 3/24/2025
Please ensure that you have uploaded the following documents to your Teach in Alabama application:
1) Letter of Interest
2) Resume
3) Copy of Transcripts
