Director for Teaching and Learning

Position Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, coordinates the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching and learning at Ralston.

Essential Functions:

The following description is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities associated with this position. It is not meant to be an inclusive list of every task or responsibility.

• Assists in strategic plan development and execution of goals related to teaching and learning at the secondary and district level.
• Coordinates with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning on leading the Teaching & Learning BOE subcommittee and the Committee on American Civics.
• Leads the curriculum adoption process including programming for Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses.
• Facilitates, support, and co-plan the development of professional learning opportunities.
• Supervises CTE programing, including Perkins grant administration.
• Assists the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the K-12 instructional framework.
• Serve as a primary source of support for principals related to teaching and learning, daily operations, school improvement, and program implementation.
• Supervises district assessment and assessment analysis.
• Interprets district policies and procedures related to curricular matters to staff, parents, community members, and the Board of Education.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of current programs as related to student achievement.
• Reports to the Superintendent and Board of Education on an as needed basis.
• Ensures compliance with Rule 10 reporting with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.
• Coordinates administrative meetings and trainings for administrative staff.
• Provides updates to the board of Education on matters related to teaching and learning at the secondary level.
• Coordinates summer school programming.
• Supervises learning programs for secondary students outside of the normal school structure
• Maintains a regular and predictable attendance history while employed by the district.
• Performs other duties as assigned by theAssistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning or the Superintendent of Schools.

Equipment:

• Uses standard school and office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephones.

Travel Requirements:

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of effective instructional practices and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction.
• Knowledge of current educational technology and trends.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the ability to formulate action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding secondary curriculum.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written format.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with others.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in a standard office and school building environment.
• For a complete list of the physical and mental demands needed to perform the essential functions for this position, please see the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements.

Qualifications Profile:

• Certification/License
• • Nebraska teaching certificate with endorsements in the areas of leadership, administration, supervision, curriculum and instruction, or equivalent.
• Education
• • Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
  • Master’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Experience
• • Three years of secondary curriculum development and implementation preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt