Job Description:PLEASE NOTE this vacancy is a split role serving two of our alternative education sites: Innovation Concept Academy at Blewett and Griscom School.Position Title: School Program DirectorPayroll/Personnel Type: 12 MonthJob #: 8092Reports to: Network SuperintendentShift Length: 8 Hours a DayUnion Eligibility: Not EligibleSalary starting at: $120,000Position Summary:The School Program Director serves under the Network Superintendent as the chief executive officer of a school with responsibility to manage all affairs of the school, including general control and supervision of all certificated and classified employees assigned to the school.Essential Functions:
Organize and administer the school in conformity with the policies of the Board of Education and administrative guidelines of the Superintendent of Schools
Provide leadership in improving the total educational program of the school
Work closely with individual teachers, as well as groups of teachers
Make classroom observations, create an atmosphere conducive to learning, and make effective utilization of resources available
Establish conditions that will promote effective learning for both students and teachers
Provide leadership to the staff in determining objectives and identify school needs as the basis for developing long-and short-range plans for the school to which assigned
Enlist the assistance of the Network Superintendent in the use of school resource personnel in the improvement of the program of the school
Establish an effective school administrative organization with clear lines of responsibility and with the necessary delegation of authority
Identify, provide, assign, and coordinate in-service growth opportunities for teaching personnel within the school
Supervise and evaluate the performance of all assigned personnel, recommend appropriate action in cases of substandard performances, and identify and encourage individual teachers with leadership potential
Oversee the assignment of all pupils in such a way as to encourage their optimum growth
Make periodic appraisals of pupil progress
Develop school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline and conduct of pupils as established in district procedures
Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the total program of pupil services, including guidance and counseling
Plan, supervise, and direct the business operation of the school in accordance with district policies and procedures
Make plans for the most effective use of curriculum materials, instructional supplies, equipment, building facilities, and school grounds
Carry out a program of community relations as a means of interpreting and furthering the school program through PTA and other community organizations; and interpret the community and its expectations to the staff and the student body
Serve as a district officer in communication between central administration and teachers and classified employees in the schools, and interpret and implement district policies in the school
Plan, coordinate, and review the work of resource teachers and curriculum consultants assigned to assist teachers in the instructional program
Carry on human relations program in order to maintain high morale among the school staff, parents, and students
Hold fire drills, the object of which is the orderly and expeditious removal of students from the building
Hold regular tornado drills as a part of an established plan to react to a tornado watch or a tornado warning
Make regular reports to the office of the Superintendent as required or requested
Give an accurate accounting of all monies handled in connection with school activities
Provide for building and equipment security and the safety of all personnel within the building
Serve as liaison officer between the school and the Police Department
Develop plans to encourage regular attendance with teachers and students
Assign new instructional personnel in the school
Give an accurate accounting of all personnel leaves of absence for instructional personnel
Plan, supervise, and evaluate experimental programs which may be pertinent to the specific school
Plan and coordinate volunteer programs where beneficial to the school
Publish announcements and coordinate all school activities
Accept requests and grant approval to school and community organizations in respect to building use and the use of school bands, choirs, etc
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Collaborate with others to create a compelling, shared vision and strategy, and goals for school success
Communicate effectively and persuasively in writing, in one-on-one communications, in meetings, and in large group presentations
Collaborate effectively with organizations in the community and relate to the public in a positive and constructive manner (e.g., parents, interest groups, supporters, government agencies)
Use a data-driven approach to assess and make decisions for improving student achievement, employee performance and school operations
Establish and manage projects to successful completion
Demonstrate effective talent management practices, including selection, staffing, supervision, performance appraisal, performance recognition, staff development and promotion
Lead change initiatives and ensure sustainability
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Demonstrate critical thinking skills when reviewing data and addressing issues that involve both abstract and concrete variables
Surface problems, initiate action and solve problems in a timely manner
Ensure equity among programs and learning opportunities for staff, students and parents
Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to diversity
Ensure effective performance management and staff development practices for all school staff are in place
Demonstrate initiative and follow-through on own professional development plans
Demonstrate emotional intelligence, integrity, fairness and ethical behavior
Execute all school-related policies, procedures and guidelines
Execute all school-related legal requirements
Exhibit strong knowledge of auxiliary programs, processes and needs (e.g., transportation, food services, maintenance, and facilities' management)
Exhibit knowledge of school, federal, state and local fiscal management policies and practices
Value behaviors, traditions etc. associated with different cultures
Exhibit knowledge of state, federal and board guidelines related to curriculum development
Execute modern office practices, procedures and equipment
Experience:
Minimum of five years secondary teaching experience
Minimum of three years secondary administrative experience
Education:
Master's Degree in Education or related field (required)
Valid Teaching Certificate (required)
Valid Missouri Administrator Certificate: School Leader K-12 or Principal 7-12 (preferred)
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.Benefits:SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out for all of the details.
Fully-paid health insurance for self
$30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)
$40,000 group term life insurance
Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
Pension plan
Robust wellness programs
Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.
