Associate Superintendent - Middle Schools JobID : 12142
12 / 9 / 2024
Location :Stamford, CT
Date Available :07 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date :01 / 12 / 2025
Position Type :Administration - Certified / Associate Superintendent
The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.
Note : Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.
General Statement :
The Associate Superintendent - Middle Schools is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and supervising K-8 and 6-8 School principals and supports all efforts in those schools to ensure alignment with district and school goals.
The Associate Superintendent - Middle Schools reports to the Superintendent and is a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet.
Major Responsibilities :
Coach / Mentor / Supervise and Evaluate PrincipalsCoaching and Mentoring / Supervising and Evaluating – Provide guidance and direction to and supervise and evaluate approximately seven (7) principals in meeting district-wide and school goals.
Communication – Work closely and communicate regularly as part of a highly collaborative executive leadership team to ensure cohesion among school buildings.School Improvement Planning and Monitoring – Support principals in the development, progress monitoring and implementation of SIPs – establish and manage alignment of SIPs with District Goals and Objectives; ensure SIP use of district strategies; align stakeholders around strategic vision.Development of Vision and Strategy for K-8 & 6-8 SchoolsCurriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - Oversee implementation of best instructional practices; ensure students are receiving rigorous Tier 1 instruction; collaborate with district staff to develop and implement programs and initiatives designed to meet the needs of all students.
Implementation of District Vision - Ensure alignment between BOE, Superintendent, Central Office, Principals and Teachers with a focus on learning / performance goals.Other DutiesCoordinate with and respond to the Board of Education, City Departments and City Boards – Engineering Department, Risk Management Department, IT Department, Controller’s Office, Planning Board, Board of Finance, and other Boards as needed.
Collaborate with other Associate Superintendents, department heads, principals, etc.Engage directly in matters of personnel and human resources.Recommend positions for addition and elimination as part of the budgetary process.Participate in recruitment, hiring and staffing decisions for principals and other staff that yields high quality staff.Provide input to the Superintendent in preparation for collective bargaining negotiations with certified employees on behalf of the District.Coordinate with State and Federal organizations as needed.Represent the Superintendent of Schools as needed.Perform additional duties as assigned.Supervises the following :
Principals
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards :
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Knowledge and Skills :
Knowledge of effective teaching techniques and instructional practices that result in quality learning for all students.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with others.Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Effective, active listening skills.Organizational and problem solving skills.Knowledge of and / or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e. Windows); Office suites (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs); Presentation Software (i.e. PowerPoint, Keynote); Spreadsheets (i.e. Excel, Google Spreadsheets); Communication and Collaboration tools (i.e. Skype); Accounting Software (i.e. QuickBooks); Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, PowerSchool); or any other technology deemed relevant for this position.Qualifications :
CT CSDE Intermediate Administration or Supervision certification (092) or eligibility.A minimum of five (5) years experience in educational leadership positionMinimum of three (3) years of experience as a school principal.Demonstrated record of achievement in an urban school district and up-to-date familiarity with developments and trends in teaching and learningDemonstrated experience and expertise in Stamford Public Schools’ strategic focus areas.Superior communication skills (oral and written)High standards of ethics, honesty and integrityOrganizational and leadership experience including data analysis, decision-making, experience in professional development, and grant managementBudget management expertiseSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and / or Stamford Board of Education may find appropriate.Work Year :
12 months in keeping with contracts for executive management personnel
Salary : Highly competitive
APPLICATION PROCEDURES :
Online application is required.
Internal Applicants - Please upload :
A cover letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for this positionA resumeA minimum of 3 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current supervisorExternal Applicants - Please upload a minimum of 3 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current or recent past supervisor.
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