Director of Elementary Education

Waterloo Community School District•Waterloo, IA

About The Position

Responsible for directing the district’s instructional programs at the elementary level and facilitates the ongoing development and alignment of the district’s elementary programs; coordinates Title at elementary schools; guides the mentoring of new building principals at the elementary level; facilitates the content of PK-5 professional development for building leaders; provides supervision and support for elementary school principals.

Requirements

Master’s degree in educational administration from an accredited institution
Iowa administrator and evaluator license
A minimum of 5 years teaching and 3 years administrative experience
Experience with developing and implementing budgets required
Current knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Current knowledge of best practices in education and special education
Demonstrated record of effective management and communication strategies
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Knowledge of budgeting procedures and management related to the areas of responsibility
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work effectively through the committee process to accomplish goals
Ability to handle adversity in an effective manner
Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
Ability to handle crises
Ability to prioritize tasks and mobilize human and fiscal resources to complete tasks in an orderly manner
Ability to use computer technology for planning and managing areas within the scope of responsibility for this position
Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
Word processing skills
Spreadsheet skills
Electronic presentation skills
Web navigation skills
E-mail management skills
Computer network knowledge applicable to the position
Knowledge of computer-related storage devices
Knowledge of computer security expectations

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility, in conjunction with the administrative staff, for the quality of the educational program of the district.
Oversees the PreK program in collaboration with the Special Education Department.
Schedules and conducts meetings with principals and personnel in Teaching and Learning necessary for educational planning and operation.
Lead Elementary administration in instructional leadership professional development.
Provides leadership and coordination of the mentoring of elementary principals in accordance with state statutes.
Communicates with parents and the community on matters relating to educational programs.
Coordinates the evaluation of needs, arrangements and provision of professional development in the area of student and support services for building administrators.
Evaluates designated personnel.
Assists with hiring and other personnel decisions as appropriate.
Develops and monitors budgets for areas of responsibility.
Serves on district incident command team.
Recommends Board policies related to areas of responsibility and develops administrative guidelines as needed.
Serves as a contributing member on the District Leadership Team.
Attends Board meetings as needed, serves as a resource person and assists with presentations of information and/or recommendations and prepares Board exhibits as appropriate.
Adheres to high ethical standards and demonstrates professionalism when acting as an agent of the district.
Keeps the Superintendent and Associate Superintendent advised on all relevant matters.
District assessment coordinator.
Oversees elementary summer school.
Performs duties in accordance with Iowa Standards for School Leaders.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Associate Superintendent.