Chief of Schools

Fowler Elementary District•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief of Schools provides support services to the administrators and staff in the areas of curriculum and instruction and advises the superintendent on all matters dealing with testing, instructional programs, curriculum, textbooks, etc. He/she assist schools and teachers in conducting State and District assessments and aids in analyzing assessment data to improve instruction and increase student achievement. He/she supervises the Academic Services, Early Childhood and Student Services Departments. The Chief of Schools also supervises the Teacher Mentor Program for all first and second year teachers in the district. May act on behalf of the Superintendent when he/she is absent from the district or is unavailable when an emergency arises.

Requirements

Master's Degree or above in Educational Administration or Curriculum and Instruction from an accredited four-year college or university
Valid Arizona Administrative Certificate
Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
Arizona Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement; or 45 SEI hours (or able to obtain within first year of school employment in Arizona); or Bilingual Endorsement; or English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement is required
Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
Five (5) years of successful teaching experience
Five (5) years of successful administrative (principal and district office) experience
Must be capable of developing effective instructional programs
Strong leadership and implementation skills
Above average organizational, decision-making and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication with extensive skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar
Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired
Must be capable of developing effective instructional programs
Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with superintendent, principals, staff and other personnel both in and outside the district
Must have effective and appropriate public speaking skills
Experience in planning and delivering professional development to school personnel
Experience in certified supervision and evaluation
Experience in interpreting and implementing state and federal laws regarding education
Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with administration, staff and other personnel both in and outside the district
Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
Access Arizona Standards for specific grade level and/or subject area goals and objectives
Work effectively with all levels of the educational and support staff
Analyze, present and use student test data to improve instruction and student achievement
Identify and implement programs and activities that will support student achievement
Evaluate personnel in accordance with state and district policies and regulations
Provide professional development to district administrators and staff(s)
Comprehend and perform functions from written and verbal instructions
Prioritize work, take initiative, adhere to time restraints and attend to multiple tasks concurrently
Communicate ideas and programs to individuals, staff, parents, community, etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired

Responsibilities

Acts as an advisor to the Superintendent on all matters relating to the curriculum and instruction programs of the district, and solicits the Superintendent’s input on major decisions.
Oversee curriculum development within the district and ensures that all district curriculum aligns with state academic standards
Work with school and district committees to evaluate curriculum effectiveness and implement appropriate curriculum improvements as necessary
Ensure district testing programs align with curriculum and instruction
Oversee the State student achievement testing program
Coordinate and develop an assessment schedule for quarterly benchmarks and other on-going assessments with principals
Create and maintain quarterly assessment growth records according to grade level, subject area, school and district
Facilitate a district committee comprised of principals and staff members to evaluate and/or develop guidelines for the teacher and non-certified staff evaluation processes
Assist in the teacher recruitment process as requested
Work with the principals to analyze testing data and assist in instructional and curriculum planning based on data
Identify problem areas in the curriculum and work with schools to develop solutions
Assume leadership in the articulation of instruction and curriculum between district schools
Participate in the decision-making process for long range planning regarding instruction, programs, textbook adoption, etc.
Facilitate student fieldwork, student teacher and intern programs
Evaluate mentor teachers regarding their individual and group performance in accordance with the district and state policies and procedures
Supervise all aspects of the district mentoring program
Supervise textbook selection process including the evaluation of textbooks, resources and materials
Prepare and present to the superintendent and the governing board textbook adoption plans
Coordinate the training and implementation of all new textbook and materials with the school principals
Ensure quality staff development to improve student achievement and professional growth by planning and instructing and/or facilitating inservices consistent with district and school goals
Serve as a member of the district’s administrative leadership team
Initiate and facilitate monthly Assistant Principal meetings
Attend School Board Meetings
Participate in district sponsored professional development workshops/in-services
Read professional journals and other publications to continually remain current on all legal requirements governing education
Maintain strict confidentiality and use appropriate discretion when working with all district personnel and student and family records and/or information
Adhere and support all Governing School Board policies and/or regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes and federal regulations pertaining to education
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Governing School Board, the Superintendent or his/her designee
Other duties deemed important and assigned by the Governing Board or the Superintendent