Program Director, Community Support Systems

MADERA COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

CLASS TITLE: PROGRAM DIRECTOR COMMUNITY SUPPORT SYSTEMS

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned administrator(s) collaborate coordinate facilitate and support the academic behavioral and social-emotional learning needs of students within the community; facilitate the integration of site district county and state resources for a family centered equity driven hub strengthened by community partnerships and wrap-around services. Support the planning development implementation and evaluation of program activities including technical assistance and integrated systems of support.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Plan organize and implement professional development and technical assistance related to community schools and systems of support related to the academic behavioral and social-emotional needs of students (i.e. Multi-Tiered Systems of Support etc.).

Provide technical expertise information and assistance to school districts divisions within Madera County Superintendent of Schools (MCSOS) administrators and others regarding community schools and integrated systems of support.

Meet and work collaboratively with district school and appropriate district county and state educational representatives including representatives from other state and local agencies; support planning efforts for student achievement and mental wellness.

Attend meetings at the local state and regional levels; organize and implement methods of dissemination for county and district audiences.

Participate in the planning and delivery of integrated support to schools and districts; conduct needs assessments analyze data and gather community partner input regarding community schools.

Prepare and maintain program records and reports.

Provide oversight and coordination of school and community-based services and service providers.

Coordinate linkage of identified students and families to appropriate programs activities and services.

Research and identify programs and funding to support the implementation and sustainability of community schools.

Work collaboratively with members of MCSOS and external partners to plan design and implement professional development to address identified needs of teachers administrators and community partners.

Assist in the writing implementation monitoring and evaluation of grants and projects.

Develop and maintain active liaison relationships with school districts MCSOS staff school site administration community partners and other clients to provide support services related to assigned program(s); coordinate work with other state and regional programs and agencies networks and alliances as needed to implement program requirements.

Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned.

Coordinate effective implementation of local state and/or federal initiatives for MCSOS and school districts in Madera County.

Work effectively with school districts teachers administrators community organizations and parents to support student achievement and wellness.

Prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical reports records and files related to assigned activities and personnel.

Serve as a technical resource for community schools and integrated student supports; provide detailed and technical information to districts schools and external partners.

Research compile assemble and evaluate a variety of technical information related to assigned area(s).

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Effective research-based delivery systems and resources to support school improvement and increase student achievement.

Multi-tiered systems of support.

Social-emotional learning.

Current educational research and best practices.

State and federal accountability systems.

California state standards and assessment systems.

Professional development strategies and opportunities.

Technical writing and editing skills.

Oral and written communication skills.

Principles and practices of administration supervision and training.

Applicable laws codes regulations policies and procedures.

Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.

Operation of a computer and assigned software.

Model communication and interaction that respects and includes all individuals and their languages abilities and cultures.

Community Schools Partnership Framework.

ABILITY TO:

Plan develop conduct implement and evaluate systems of support.

Facilitate effective meetings workshops and conferences.

Collect analyze and interpret student performance data.

Develop measurable goals and objectives and establish priorities.

Evaluate projects/programs.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Interpret apply and explain rules regulations policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and contribute to a positive work environment.

Present a positive image of the Madera County Superintendent of Schools.

Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Provide high quality customer service to internal and external collaborative partners at all levels.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Work independently with little direction.

Plan and organize work.

Prepare comprehensive records and reports related to assigned area.

Model empathy and sensitivity while working collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: Masters Degree in education or related field and three years successful administrative experience at a school district or county level.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Administrative Services Credential.

Valid Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services Credential.

Possession of a valid California Class C drivers license. Incumbents must be insurable by the liability carrier for the Madera County Superintendent of Schools.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment and offsite locations for training and presentations.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Stamina to perform multiple assignments and tasks with many interruptions and deadlines while under a variety of circumstances including critical intense or urgent situations.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Seeing to read a variety of materials.

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.