The Executive Director of Middle School Curriculum and Instruction (C&I), under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision making discretion overseeing curricular and instructional programming to include teaching and learning. This position is responsible for ensuring the implementation of instructional resources in all core content areas. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to a wide variety of programs and activities under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, Academic Services.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
State Salary Schedule/Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Deputy Superintendent, Academic Services
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Durham Public Schools. Durham Public Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
Facilitate and oversee the departmental budgets and approves all expenditures associated with the programs
Direct and lead the development of goals, the preparation of short and long-range plans, and the implementation of programs and services
Provide leadership with curriculum and instructional support team in the development of Middle School curriculum guides, task analyses, and assessment items
Lead in the evaluation of instructional methods and programs, recommending how such methods and programs could be implemented in the district
Collaborate with the office of Professional Leaming to plan and conduct district wide instructional programs of professional development based on a needs assessment from a curriculum, instruction, and assessment review
Coordinate and supervise Middle School curriculum & instruction district initiatives
Collaborate with the district staff on the development of local benchmark assessments
Collaborate in the development of strategic plans to meet the objectives set forth by the Superintendent and the Board of Education
Collaborate with Human Resources and principals in recruitment, retention, and placement of personnel and assist with enrollment projections
Oversee complaints related to Middle School curriculum and instructional practices
Provide support for principals and assistant principals
Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
Supervise the curricular and instructional directors, coordinators and specialists in collaboration with the Executive Directors of Middle and High School Curriculum and Instruction
Supervise and conduct personnel administrative duties for direct report subordinates, including hiring and terminations, evaluating, assigning special duties, monitoring attendance and travel reports and granting leave.
Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of public schools
Comprehensive knowledge of school board and administrator objectives, procedures, and organization
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations regarding curriculum planning and organizational development
Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
Ability to develop and monitor a budget
Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in related area required
Master's degree in School Administration or related area required
NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred
Minimum of five (5) years' experience as building or district administrator preferred
Equivalent combination of experience and education
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a NC Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
Must be on-call as a regular part of the job
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.
Durham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Management
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