• Director of Secondary Teaching & Learning

    Johnston Community School District (Johnston, IA)


    Job ID: 5131795

     

    JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent, the Director of Secondary Teaching & Learning is responsible for oversight and leadership in the areas of secondary curriculum and PK-12 math supports. This position assists buildings with goals and action planning, curriculum review, and development of instructional practices.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, Curriculum or related field

    + Valid Iowa Administrator license with Evaluator endorsement

    + Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience

    + Minimum of two years of successful leadership experience

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Curriculum and Program Review

     

    + Assumes a leadership role in secondary programs, including development of instructional practices, grade level and course standards, and assessment.

    + Facilitates curriculum review process.

    + Facilitates curriculum/program review team in collaboration with building administrators.

    + Collaborates with curriculum review teams to monitor implementation of prioritized standards and instructional resources.

    + Partners with the Teaching & Learning team to support systemic decisions of curriculum.

    + Provides oversight and support for systemic math implementation.

    + Organizes all 6-12 core standards documents.

     

    Building Leadership Collaboration and Coaching

     

    + Assists in developing, monitoring, and supporting continuous improvement plans

    + Assists in implementation of building action plans and goal attainment

    + Collaborates within the PLC process using data to develop classroom instructional strategies

    + Collaborates with building teams to support secondary curriculum, instruction, and assessment

    + Reviews and shares assessment data with stakeholders

    + Maintains regular communication with buildings and district administration concerning world language, computer science, language arts, math, science, and social studies programs.

     

    Professional Development and Support

     

    + Co-leads district level professional learning within the six focus areas of Teaching & Learning

    + Creates and facilitates professional learning focused on a data management system to support PLCs, staff, and administrators in crafting goals and making data-based decisions

    + Coordinates the implementation and support of PLCs across the district.

    + Provides guidance and support for teachers related to parent/guardian relations.

    + Engages in professional development related to functions and responsibilities of position.

    + Conducts timely and constructive performance evaluations of K-12 Librarians.

     

    PK-12 Math Intervention & MTSS

     

    + Collaborates with the Math Implementation Specialist to monitor, coordinate, and assess the district math program.

    + Delivers effective math professional learning for administrators, teachers, and parents.

    + Collaborates with the Math Implementation Specialist to provide leadership in the development and oversight of math support programs.

    + Collaborates with Instructional Services staff to support literacy and social, emotional, behavior, and mental health to align Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) in all areas.

    OTHER FUNCTIONS

    + Prepares communication regarding curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

    + Completes all required training.

    + Performs other related duties, as assigned.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

    + Knowledge of current and best practices in curriculum, instruction, assessment, staff development, and educational coaching

    + Strong foundational knowledge of evidence-based mathematics instruction and research on teaching mathematics

    + Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data-driven decision-making

    + Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Ability to work collaboratively with and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders

    + Ability to provide educational coaching and lead professional development

    + Ability to maintain appointment levels of confidentiality

    + Proficient in technology related to areas of responsibility

    + Competent working in a culturally diverse environment

     

    In evaluating candidates for this position, Johnston Community School District may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

    + Moderate sitting, walking and standing

    + Occasional stooping, squatting, bending, and kneeling

    + Carrying and lifting up to 25 lbs.

    + Use of hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms

    + Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus

    + Indoor work environment primarily in an office or school setting

    + Ability to travel within the district

    DISTRICT STATEMENT

    Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

     

    There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.