Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement Commission on Public Schools
Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement Commission on Public Schools
Posted on :
18-04-2025
Employer Active
1 Vacancy
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Share
Send me jobs like this
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Monthly Salary
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
18-04-2025
Job Description
Please submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the following questions by or before May 5th 2025:Why are you interested in this positionWhat experiences in your background have prepared you for this positionWhat experience do you have with AccreditationNEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES INC.Associate Director for Accreditation and School ImprovementJob SummaryThe Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement will coordinate oversee and support the Associations Accreditation process through engagement with school leaders school visits onsite school support and related professional assistance activities. Additional responsibilities include development of policies procedures and protocol revisions assisting with the planning of commission meetings overseeing school accreditation visits and conducting workshops as well as providing support for schools implementing individual school improvement plans. The Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement will be assigned other NEASCwide responsibilities in both accreditation and professional assistance capacities.Organizational ResponsibilitiesThe Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement is appointed by and ultimately responsible to the President/CEO of the Association. The Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement will report to the Director for Accreditation and School Improvement and the Chief Accreditation Officer depending on the particular responsibilities that are assigned.Duties/ResponsibilitiesOversees NEASCs Accreditation Program Informs and advises educational institutions about Association and Commission policies and procedures relative to the accreditation process through school visits and other means. (While a primary area of responsibility these duties are shared with other staff members at the direction of the Chief Accreditation Officer and the Directors for Accreditation and School Improvement. Works collaboratively to develop and revise accurate highquality accreditation materials for school and visitor audiences Develops coordinates and leads workshops for visiting team leaders team members schools and school committees working on the accreditation process Reviews accreditation reports and recommendations for accuracy and completeness and to ensure materials meet Association and Commission expectations Builds and maintains relationships with a cohort of schools in order to guide and support those schools through the accreditation process and towards continual school improvement Coordinates accreditations with partner agencies including operational planning and protocol and process development Coordinates the selection of volunteers for accreditation teams Identifies potential accreditation team leaders and team members; ensuring the appropriateness and availability of individuals who can effectively serve schools Develops and undertakes the process of assessing team members Prepares notification letters to ensure accuracy and consonance with Association and Commission actions and then supports schools as they follow through with the requests made by the Commission Assists/participates in the review revision and development of Association andCommission policies and procedures Responds to inquiries regarding the Association and the Commissions Guides schools from candidacy to full membership in NEASC Maintains communication with other members of the staff to ensure that the purposes of the Association and the Commissions are effectively fulfilled Analyzes comments concerning the accreditation process from CEOs team leaders and team members as they relate to the Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvements responsibilities Serves as a resource to member schools about educational trends in New England and best practices as observed in member schools Promotes NEASC as a thought leader in global education through speaking engagements webinars and article publications Collaborates with the Directors for Accreditation and School Improvement and the NEASC administrative staff to identify opportunities to optimize accreditation processes Identifies and follows up with new schools school groups and other business opportunities to promote NEASC growthResponsibilities Related to Commission Meetings Assists in preparation and schedule for Commission meetings making reviewer assignments and coordinating these activities with the assigned individuals Attends Commission meetings and provides information about Commission and Association policies and procedures and specific institutional issues Trains new Commissioners Writes formal notification letters resulting from Commission meetings and serves as a resource to schools about Commission expectations Leads generative work sessions of the Commission Plans and coleads summer workshop/conference as assignedNEASCwide Responsibilities Performs NEASCwide assignments as determined by the Chief Accreditation Officer in consultation with the Directors of Accreditation and School Improvement and the President/CEO Collaborates with other NEASC staff to support and advance NEASC goals objectives and initiatives Keeps informed about issues in education and accreditation through a continuing review of the literature and attendance at the appropriate state regional and national (or international) meetings Promotes an appreciation for the value of peer review continuous school improvement and engagement in the NEASC accreditation processRequired Skills/Abilities Critical analytical skills Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Strong interpersonal skills evidenced by the demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and work with various constituencies in achieving organizational goals. Excellent organizational skills Knowledge of change improvement and growth in educational organizations Proficient with Microsoft Office and Office 365 applications including databases Word SharePoint and Teams Ability to develop workshop curriculum and lead workshops in person and remotely Willingness to work with a broad range of educational institutions reflecting a range of educational pedagogyEducation and Experience Earned postsecondary degree in an appropriate field commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. Professional experience in education Educational leadership experience Knowledge of and/or experience with the voluntary accreditation processPhysical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional lifting of file boxes or meeting materials (up to 25 pounds).Salary and benefits are competitive with those of a school administrator and commensurate with more information about NEASC please visit our website at is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).Job Type: FulltimeBenefits:Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planSchedule: Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:Lowell MA 01851: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lowell MA 01851
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
Key Skills
Report This Job
Disclaimer: Drjobpro.com is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page.
