Director of Teaching & Learning

Full-time, twelve month position serving the school division as the Director of Teaching and Learning. This position reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction (ASI) and specifically assists ASI with PreK-12 curriculum, instruction and assessment. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION  AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Demonstrated dedication to students and their needs.
2. Requires a minimum of a Master’s degree in Administration and Supervision.
3. At least five years of recent successful experience as a classroom teacher and preferred experience as a building administrator or supervisory role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide support to building principals and staff in the development and implementation of instructional plans, procedures, and policies.
2. Administer and coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of a division-wide curriculum; clearly communicate and oversee the implementation process and regularly report on the status of division’s education programs and services at the request of the Superintendent or the School Board.
3. Manage and assist with division-wide professional development that aligns with the school division’s strategic plan and priorities.
4. Investigate, review and recommend instructional programs to address educational needs based on analysis of division test data, state/local reports, and research.
5. Coordinates the activities of all groups of the instructional team to achieve a unified instructional program.
6. Plans, implements, and evaluates teaching and learning programs with teachers and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.
7. Partners with the Director of Technology and building administration to provide integration of instruction with digital conversion for best learning outcomes.
8. Meets regularly with Division Instructional Coaches and Reading Specialists to communicate progress in achieving division goals and objectives and needs.
9. Provides leadership to teachers and administrators in promoting quality instructional strategies and resources in all content areas.
10. Evaluate and observe teaching staff as requested by building administration.
11. Recommend the acquisition and purchase of instructional materials and equipment based on available data including textbook and curriculum adoption.
12. Establish division wide curriculum committees who focus on pacing guides, coordinating and sharing best practices, implementing innovative, research-based strategies.
13. Participate in monthly meetings with administrators to discuss curriculum, instruction, data, assessment, and ongoing school improvement.
14. Serve as division liaison with the Local Community College system and provide division oversight for Dual Enrollment, Advanced Placement, and accelerated learning for students.
15. Provide and interpret data related to teaching and learning with administrators and lead teachers.
16. Provide assistance and collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent, Central Office Administrators, and Principals in designing annual professional development plans.
17. Serves as the division’s leader in virtual and blended teaching and learning.
18. Collects, organizes, and disseminates weekly updates to building Administrators.
19. Manages Division Assessment Programs and Serves as the Division’s Director of Testing (DDOT).
20. Stays informed of current educational trends, innovations, and programs and communicates information to administrators and instructional staff
21. Collaborate with the Director of Student Services in implementing intervention, differentiated instruction, and monitoring student data in the areas of attendance, academics, and behavior.
22. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

1. Demonstrated successful instructional and general leadership ability and personal characteristics necessary for working with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and the community.
2. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and community members.
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, present information and respond to questions and concerns from the teachers, administrators and parents.
4. Strong organizational, management, communication, and leadership skills.
5. Models strong work ethic and high standards for all employees.
6. Strong knowledge and understanding of curriculum, instruction and assessment grades PreK-12.
7. Ability to disaggregate and analyze educational and instructional data.
8. Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching and learning and curriculum and instruction practices. 
9. Thorough knowledge of administration and educational Leadership principles, practices and procedures
10. Knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures.
11. Ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.
12. Ability to collaboratively plan and implement systematic school improvement efforts.

Salary : $105,319