Assistant Superintendent for Learning Services

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent for Learning Services is expected to provide leadership and accept shared accountability for student achievement and significant academic growth for all students in Academy District 20 and provide leadership to the Learning Services Departments and schools related to academic achievement and the continuous improvement cycle. 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 Superintendent’s 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 N+1 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

Requirements

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
Initial Administrator License: Colorado Department of Education
Initial Principal License: Colorado Department of Education
Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)
Master’s degree (e.g., M.A., M.S., M.Eng., M.Ed., 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

Nice To Haves

Doctoral (Doctors) degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D)
3-5 Years Classroom Teaching Experience
5+ Years Building Principal
5+ Years District Level Administrator
Meets eligibility requirements and has applied for licensure at least one month prior to the start date for the position.

Responsibilities

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 Superintendent’s 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 N+1 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

Benefits

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
Please note fingerprinting and background checks are required for all positions.
Explanations of benefits and benefits eligibility can be found in the most recent benefits guide on the Employee Benefits page of the ASD20 website.

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