Assistant Superintendent for Learning Services

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The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

• Attends all Board of Education meetings as administrative liaison in area of Learning Services

• Attends all Board of Education meetings as administrative liaison in area of Learning Services

• Coordinates professional learning efforts for Leadership Team administrators such as Leaders Leading Leaders Leadership Team retreats etc.

• Coordinates research on methods that ensure academic growth and achievement for all students: empowers insight by administrators into the effectiveness of these methods by collecting and analyzing evidence related to the use of these methods.

• Coordinates the Principal Supervision Process (and may also supervise principals): ensures that principal supervisors apply common supervision standards consistently and fairly

• Demonstrates exceptional skills in collaborating with parents and takes a solutions-based approach to solving parent concerns that may arise

• Develops and oversees the Learning Services budget

• Ensures ongoing compliance with all laws rules regulations and Board of Education policies

• Facilitates and/or attends level principal meetings as assigned

• Instructional leader who reports directly to the Superintendent and actively supports her initiatives and the vision and values of the Board.

• Integrates the Board Ends statement and D20 Portrait of a Graduate into the work of their teams to help anchor the Portrait of the Graduate into the fabric of the district.

• Is familiar with the Policy Governance model for the Board and their responsibility to maintain and develop certain Executive Limitations for the Superintendent.

• Leads the District Accountability Committee and coordinates all efforts related to this Board Committee.

• Makes needed provisions for a smooth and orderly transition between grade levels for all K-12 and choice programs and ensures that the content of these programs is aligned with Colorado Academic Standards

• Oversees all responsibilities within the division of Learning Services to include: curriculum development adoption and implementation assessment design and implementation Professional Learning/Summer School/Enrichment Achievement Reporting College and Career Services grants literacy Credit Recovery Program Learning Services Program evaluation services for students with exceptional needs (Special Education 504 English as a Second Language Gifted Education) management of federal grant funds (Consolidated Grant) Learning Services budget Title I Director MTSS Implementation and Educational Technology.

• Oversees process of all new course approvals

• Serves as member of Superintendents Cabinets K-12 Leadership Team and other teams as assigned by the Superintendent

• Supervises the operation of all committees study groups and leadership teams in all K-12 content areas (focused on curriculum development curriculum alignment and articulation assessment and instructional practice.)

• Supervises the production of proposals for funding seeks outside grant funds as well as the management of all related grant funds (Consolidated Grant)

• Supports district-wide use of educational technology tools like Copilot Magic School and IXL to support and promote student learning and works together with various teams to explore and identify responsible use of AI in education.

• Supports ongoing professional learning at school sites and central office and ensures such activity is aligned with D-20 Board and site needs and goals

• Takes a whole-child approach to Identifying and implementing successful academic school practices across the district;

• Understand and is committed to strict confidentiality as required by statute and professionalism with colleagues. Shares information as it relates to the D-20 N1 policy.

• Works with the Superintendent to develop effective methods of providing the Board of Education with timely information regarding the learning and performance of District 20 students and instructional staff

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems

• Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing

• Ability to create training materials and related documentation

• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping document management and filing systems

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors administrators coworkers staff students parents and the general public

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

• Ability to supervise and direct the work of staff members

• Ability to work days hours locations and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision

• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

• Demonstrates citizenship compassion courage discernment excellence honesty hope integrity patience perseverance reliability respect responsibility and trustworthiness

• Demonstrates collaborative and facilitative work style

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written skills

• Desire to be part of a strong student-centered administrative team

• Detail-oriented

• Energetic creative innovative flexible

• Evidence of high professional standing among educational peers

• Evidence of successful leadership on an administrative team

• Evidence of the ability to exercise sound and creative judgment in managing change in a growing school district

• Excellent cooperative collaborative and problem-solving skills

• Interact efficiently with other departments and locations to resolve issues and document solutions

• Knowledge in the specific areas of administration and performance evaluations

• Knowledge of and experience in the use of technology

• Knowledge of choice/school programs in public school and school within school programming

• Knowledge of Colorado standards and benchmarks

• Knowledge of school-based processes and operations

• Knowledge of state laws rules and regulations governing budgetary and accounting aspects of Colorado public schools

• Leadership skills with an emphasis on sound decision-making practices and styles.

• Proven ability to articulate a vision and implement it within a learning organization

• Proven experience in dealing with challenging situations

• Proven experience in making improvements to programs and processes

• Proven experience with the teaching and learning process

• Proven successful supervisory experience

• Research focused in all aspects of work

• Special Education law and issues surrounding IDEA

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Successful experience in providing leadership to large groups

• System integration and the change process

• TAG and ESL learning practices

• Team building

• Variety of assessment tools and best practices for applying results to instruction Colorado Law

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The incumbent operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands if listed are considered essential functions.

• Sits stands walks stoops kneels and crouches/squats while performing duties

• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices

• Uses eyes hands and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

• Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs ladders and/or stools; reach hold grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape size and temperature of objects.

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze communicate compare compile compute coordinate copy evaluate instruct negotiate synthesize reason and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

• Initial Administrator License: Colorado Department of Education

• Initial Principal License: Colorado Department of Education

• Bachelors (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g. B.A. A.B. B.S.)

• Masters degree (e.g. M.A. M.S. . . M.S.W M.B.A. M.L.S.)

• 3-5 Years Licensed School Site Experience

• 3-5 Years Building Principal

• 3-5 Years Administrative Experience in a School or District Level Position

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral (Doctors) degree (e.g. Ph.D. Ed.D)

• 3-5 Years Classroom Teaching Experience

• 5 Years Building Principal

• 5 Years District Level Administrator

Timeline:

Posting Date: Wednesday January 7

Closing Date: Monday February 2 at Noon

Preliminary Interviews: Wednesday February 11

Final Interviews: Friday February 13

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For more information on our benefits please visit Employee Benefits Academy District 20 ().

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How to Apply:
New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

• A letter of application which states why you feel you are qualified for the position and your background

• A statement of your philosophy of administration and the role of the administrator in this position

• A current resume

• Three current letters of recommendation (i.e. less than one year old)

• Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color readable and reflecting official status where applicable)

• Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility as indicated in the job posting above

• We do not accept Alternative Principal Authorizations

No other documents will be accepted. Thank you for not uploading and submitting any additional materials.

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.