Assistant Supervisor of Science

Harford County Public Schools • Bel Air, MD

2d

About The Position

To assist the Supervisor of Science in administering and enhancing all aspects
of the comprehensive HCPS Science Program, with a focus on overseeing the
Harford Glen Environmental Center and Residential Program.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalency from an accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for an Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) endorsed in Science and Administrator I or Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principal, and Principal endorsement.
• Five years of successful teaching experience with demonstrated proficiency in science.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software and other related computer technology.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior building-based administrative experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Supervisor of Science in providing leadership for the comprehensive HCPS Science Program.
• Provides instructional leadership for the Harford Glen Environmental Education Center.
• Oversees and manages the Harford Glen Environmental Education Center facility and budget.
• Supervises the professional and support staff assigned to the Harford Glen Environmental Education Center.
• Manages the grounds of Harford Glen, which operates as a park during the summer and on weekends from April – October, with a particular focus on safety and land management.
• Assists in curriculum and assessment development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Assists in planning and implementing professional development programs to promote improvements in teacher and student performance.
• Participates in the observation and evaluation process of science teachers.
• Assists in the recruitment, selection, and placement of science teachers.
• Serves as a consultant to teachers, administrators, and others at all levels regarding the science program and effective teaching practices.
• Participates on Environmental related committees and workgroups designed to enhance environmental literacy and Green School initiatives.
• Coordinates science activities sponsored by a variety of private and governmental agencies.
• Assists the Supervisor in providing support and leadership to teacher specialists and teachers assigned to the Office of Science.
• Participates in the review, acquisition, utilization, and evaluation of grants to support science education.
• Provides direction associated with environmental education and literacy efforts.
• Serves as a liaison for regional, state, and local environmental programming efforts.
• Serves as a representative for Harford Glen, the Office of Science, and Harford County Public Schools by being an ambassador of the program.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Due to the residential nature of the program, there may be times when an emergency would require administrator support after normal duty hours.

Benefits

• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees