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Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year; Grade M

This position is at the Academy for Discovery at Lakewood.

DEFINITION

Administers the instructional, support, and operational functions of a combined elementary and middle lottery-based specialty school; manages the staff, program and physical resources; performs other duties, as required or assigned.

SUPERVISION

Duties are performed under the direction of an Executive Director of Elementary Schools. Work is reviewed in terms of compatibility with program goals and plans in assigned areas of responsibility. Direct supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and support staff assigned to the school.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the highest level of administration and supervision at a Project-Based Learning/International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (PBL/IB MYP) Lottery-Based Specialty School (grades 3–8).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (Performs a variety of duties itemized below.)

Leads the development of the school’s educational strategy, particularly as it affects the

PBL/IB MYP programs.

Works closely with the district in the implementation of the lottery process.

Interviews prospective employees and makes recommendations regarding their employment.

Prepares or oversees preparation of a master schedule for the implementation of an educational program containing both elementary and middle school programs, with optimum use of facilities and staff.

Supervises the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs and materials for regular, specialty, and special education classes.

Assumes responsibility for the professional growth of all staff members by developing and implementing staff development and in-service training programs.

Reports to the appropriate sources regarding the school’s needs with respect to personnel, curriculum, equipment, and supplies; develops the school’s annual budget request and oversees expenditures and expenditure controls.

Oversees the maintenance of standards concerning student safety, health, discipline, and general welfare.

Provides continuing observation, supervision, and evaluation of faculty and support staff.

Administers a comprehensive community relations program, including school advisory council and PTA.

Maintains continuing communications and serves as a liaison to parents, parent groups, civic, and community organizations to achieve understanding and support for school programs and goals.

Directs or carries out a variety of administrative, operational responsibilities, including general supervision of student transportation and utilization and maintenance of the building and facilities, and cafeteria operations.

Oversees middle school athletics programs and all school non-athletic student activities.

Interprets School Board policies to the school’s students, staff, and to the community.

Performs other pertinent duties as directed and assigned by the Executive Director of Schools.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Understands and clearly articulates the tenets of the IB philosophy.

Understands and clearly articulates the tenets of the PBL philosophy.

Promotes and ensures the implementation of a rigorous PBL/IB MYP education.

Demonstrates broad knowledge of principles and practices of modern public elementary and middle school education, as well as of public school administration and organization, and an ability to apply them to the needs of the school.

Comprehensive knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends, school law, personnel, and fiscal management.

Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of both professional and support staff.

Ability to develop effective working relationships with a diverse community, staff, and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master’s degree in school administration with experience in elementary or middle school teaching and as an assistant principal, coordinator, or director.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Postgraduate Professional License with one or more elementary, middle or high school teaching endorsements and an endorsement in PreK-12 Administration and Supervision.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Work requires normal physical attributes required for walking, standing, sitting, operating office equipment, communication equipment, lifting, moving, carrying light equipment, supplies, etc.

HAZARDS

Most of the time work involves only exposure to normal, everyday risks, however, some activities may involve working with students with disabilities that require knowledge of intervention and restraint techniques.

May be required to resolve student conflicts, work with upset parents, and intervene to prevent trespass or illegal transactions among students.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

Include activities in schools, in the community, and requires one to have or arrange for own transportation.

Work is subject to deadlines and inherent in tailoring and delivering programs to meet the needs of many divergent groups.

Some night and weekend activities.

Work is located in schools, and is subject to normal interruptions.

Some activities involve contact with upset parents and students.