Director of Teaching & Learning

Work Days: 250

Job Group: Cabinet

FLSA Status: non-exempt

JOB TITLE: Director of Teaching and Learning REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent

GENERAL DUTIES SUMMARY:

The individual in this role will be a member of the Superintendents Cabinet andas suchthey must be a leader for equity capable of strategic and systems thinking balancing efficiency with process most notably in improving student outcomes. This individual should be able to collaborate with others to ensure that systems and processes are integrated and aligned exhibit sound fiscal management maintain employee morale maximize opportunities and benefits for each child and staff member and contribute to the overall mission and goals of Tigard-Tualatin School District.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and evaluate assigned building administrators Assessment Coordinator various TOSAs and classified support staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides leadership in the development of processes strategies and feasibility planning to ensure that the necessary human and fiscal resources are appropriately utilized in order to achieve the Districts Strategic Plan results.
• Lead the District in creating and implementing a vision for equity including professional development community partnership leading initiatives and the implementation of equitable practices to eliminate achievement gaps in the District.
• Build and maintain collegial communications/relations between central office administrators building administrators TOSAs staff parents and the schools to implement and/or maintain teaching and learning services and programs (TAG TWI ELL).
• Direct district-wide department efforts to implement continuous improvement efforts including the introduction of standards assessment and systems of accountability.
• Provide District leadership to organize create and develop a system of assessment and assist teachers and staff with instructional planning re-teaching and achievement of student growth outcomes.
• Strategically guide and implement high impact strategies leading to optimal education that centers equity for all students and instructional results that close the achievement gap.
• Review data to assess impacts and make recommendations. Research and recommend solutions to a wide variety of complex issues and topics related to curriculum and instruction.
• Provide oversight and accountability for State and Federal grant programs for Title I Title II Title VI ELL etc. including the preparation of education-related grant applications evaluation reports and related documentation as required by State and Federal entities.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of instructional programs on student learning and achievement and adjust as necessary including pilot programs.
• Plan organize and participate in the evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment.
• Plan organize control and direct the operations of Districts K-12 instructional priorities and implementation; develop procedures for schools.
• Communicate with other administrators personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; receive and respond to parent issues or concerns and make referrals as necessary.
• In partnership with District and School administrators oversee and direct District work on Continuous Improvement Plans.
• Monitor program budget allocations expenditures fund balances and related financial activities to ensure that allocations are accurate revenues are recorded expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
• Support the Superintendent Cabinet Board and department administrators to develop and implement services and programs to achieve operational goals. Attend all School Board meetings.
• Coordinate the sharing of best practices and curriculum across district schools.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of - and experience with laws regulations and guidelines related to State and Federal grant programs and related District policies procedures and budgets.
• Evidence of strength in written and oral communication skills timely communication and a desire to provide strong customer service.
• Solid technology skills adept with multiple platforms and systems and an understanding of the importance of technology in students education the world of work and as a life skill.
• Evidence of high expectations positive outlook and the ability to model these behaviors for students staff parents and the community.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem resolution skills.
• High degrees of organization and flexibility comfortable in a fast-paced environment skilled at setting priorities and coordinating activities; adaptable to changes while still meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and culturally responsive practices.
• Thorough knowledge of instructional theory and practice including assessment of instruction.
• Demonstrated leadership of substantive change processes in schools/districts.
• Knowledge of school building operations needs and concerns; knowledge of effective supervision techniques methods and practices.
• Knowledge and experience in budget development and administration.
• Proven ability to craft and deliver effective presentations and high-quality reports as well as to draft policies/procedures and produce publications.
• Ability to reach logical conclusions and make high quality decisions involving others appropriately in decision making related particularly to budget and staffing.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum five years of successful teaching experience
2. Minimum three years of successful experience in educational and administrative environments
3. Bachelors and Masters degree in Education with an emphasis on curriculum design and instruction; Doctorate preferred.
4. Oregon Administrative license (or ability to attain)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Limited lifting of objects weighing 15-25 pounds is required.
• The individual is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The majority of the work day is spent indoors.
• Occasional night duty is required and the individual may be called in response to emergency calls at all hours.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Administrative contract and Board Policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the administration reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.

Required Experience:

Director