Director of Teaching and Learning, Administrative Center

The Director of Teaching and Learning is responsible for managing and leading professional learning opportunities supporting curriculum development implementation and assessments to connect student academic and non-academic performance data to increase student achievement and promote rigorous instructional practices. This role provides input in the development and continuous improvement of a comprehensive K-12 instructional program in direct support of the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Professional Learning

• Oversees the District Professional Development Committee (PDC) Classified Staff PDC and collaborates with the PDC Chair(s) to develop assess and implement the District Professional Development plan.
• Coordinates facilitates and leads district-wide professional learning programs including those programs specific to the District (e.g. Lab Classroom Program Summer Institutes) and the mentoring program for new teachers.
• Advocates and provides professional learning opportunities to stakeholders related to district goals and strategic decisions.
• Plans and oversees feedback practices related to professional learning (e.g. Kickup SAI).

Teaching and Learning

• Oversees coordinates and facilitates the Districts initiatives around Future Ready Learning.
• Supports the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in the development and monitoring of the Districts Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) and ongoing school improvement goals.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to provide leadership for the development and implementation of curriculum instruction and assessment practices.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to the design implementation and continuous improvement of a balanced K-12 assessment system (formative interim and summative) aligned to district goals.
• Assists the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning with the coordination of Federal Programs (Title programs) including providing support for the monitoring of grant budgets and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Superintendents of Teaching and Learning and Equity and Student Services to build district-wide capacity for data literacy by developing protocols for analyzing academic behavioral attendance and perception data to improve student learning.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning on statewide initiatives including (but not limited to) SRSN market value assets APR and graduation requirements.
• Collaborates with building principals and leadership teams to use data to inform Building Improvement Plans and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) processes.
• Supports the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to prepare and deliver annual reports to the Board of Education regarding student achievement data assessment results and professional learning effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to ensure that all relevant staff are able to effectively use the District data warehouse system.

Other

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. (Attendance) - Administrative and supervisory duties require regular daily attendance.
2. (Mobility) - Requires independent travel to work sites within and outside the District.
3. (Reading) - Read and interpret correspondence test results printed reports and legal documents for administrative purposes.
4. (Dexterity) - Operates standard office equipment and demonstrates procedures to staff.
5. (Writing) - Prepares and maintains written reports; provides written procedures for plan preparation and implementation; develops correspondence for officials inside and outside the District.
6. (Communicating) - Discusses programs with employees and citizens; provides instruction and in-service training; conducts individual or group meetings; provides oversight and evaluation of assigned staff.
7. (Sight) - Reviews published educational materials for selection purposes.

Physical Demands (Strength)

• Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or
• Exerts up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or
• Exerts a negligible amount of force constantly.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES:

(Experience) - Vocational Preparation:

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience required.
• Successful school administration supervision or leadership experience preferred.

(Experience) - Education Preparation:

• Masters degree with in-depth preparation in school leadership or curriculum and instruction required; doctorate preferred.
• Missouri Administrative Certification preferred.

Essential Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies and assessment literacy.
2. Ability to interpret assessments reports and observational data to identify trends and root causes.
3. Knowledge of best practices for educational equity and the ability to address opportunity gaps through inclusive bias-aware assessment.
4. Ability to communicate effectively regarding Board of Education Goals Mission and Strategic Decisions.
5. Ability to support the Assistant Superintendent in the fiscal and regulatory management of federal and state grant programs.
6. Demonstrated success at leading continuous improvement efforts and raising student achievement.
7. Ability to manage multiple programs (e.g. MTSS PLC) and lead professional growth.
8. Exercises sound judgment on sensitive issues and maintains a professional network.
9. Ability to work collaboratively with District personnel families and the community.
10. Commitment to professional growth by staying current on educational literature and sharing research with staff.

TERM of EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve-month administrative position (260-day work calendar). Employment terms are specified by the Board of Education.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Primary duty is the performance of work directly related to the management or general business operation of the District. Primary duty includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.

The Job Description above identifies the essential functions skills and experience required in this classification. This description does not identify all job duties that may be required.

Tentative Timeline

• Posting Expires: Feb. 6
• Screening Interviews: Feb. 11
• Panel Interviews: Feb. 17
• Peformance Task: Feb. 24
• Final Interview: Feb. 25
• Board Approval: March 4

*Search timeline is subject to change.

Education: Masters degree required.

Certification: Missouri teachercertification required Administration certification preferred.

Experience:5 years of teaching experience required; leadership experience preferred

Compensation: $110000

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

FLSA Status:Exempt

Work Calendar: 260 Day Work Calendar

Please understand that in order to be considered as a candidate you must complete all steps in the application process. These steps include completing the online application uploading your cover letter resume transcripts and three current references with contact information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the School District of Clayton not to discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender national origin age or disability in its programs or employment practices as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Full Non-Discrimination Disclosure

Required Experience:

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