What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD/ELEMENTARY/GT PROGRAMS position at York School District 1?
Job Goal
To implement and maintain curriculum which conforms to district and state objectives; to provide written support and/or convey information; to serve as a resource to other school personnel, the Board and other districts; and to maintain adequate staffing to ensure that objectives of programs and services are achieved within budget guidelines.
Performance Functions
•Coordinates the following district level programs: Pre-K program, kindergarten program, Montessori elementary and parenting.
•Coordinates the implementation of the state curriculum standards/programs in grades pre-kindergarten through six.
•Coordinates with other directors and principals to ensure horizontal and vertical continuity and articulation of the instructional programs throughout the district.
•Coordinates the gifted and talented program.
•Collaborates with other directors and principals in the planning and coordination of the district’s staff development program.
•Develops, implements, aligns and evaluates pre-kindergarten thru grade six curriculum and instructional programs.
•Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
•Performs other related duties as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
•Coordinates with school administrators and programs at assigned elementary schools for the purpose of ensuring individual and site performance objectives are met.
•Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the work unit.
Specific Job Requirements
• Possess and utilize excellent team building skills
• Accept delegated responsibilities willingly
• Able to work under occasional stress
• Possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Communicate effectively with a diverse community
Terms of Employment:
Twelve months/240 days; salary and work year to be established by the Board
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Service Personnel.
