P-12 Director Of Teaching And Learning 2026-27

Bellevue School District•Bellevue, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Director of Teaching and Learning P-12 is to provide leadership, direction and oversight of identified categorial programs in alignment with and supportive of the District’s Strategic Plan. The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field
Master's degree in education or related field
Principal experience required
Previous Title 1 teaching experience
Minimum of three years of building or district leadership as a certificated administrator
Principal or Program Administrator certificate from the state of Washington
Washington state driver’s license
Possesses knowledge of the requirements of the Washington School Improvement Framework and school Title I plans.
Demonstrates an understanding of the School Improvement process, including development of School Improvement Plans.
Demonstrates an understanding of systematic approaches to support student achievement.
Possesses program knowledge of state and federal programs including Learning Assistance Program (LAP), Every Student Succeeds Act and others.
Demonstrates knowledge of effective human resource management, including supervision and evaluation of certificated and classified staff.
Possesses knowledge of the Teacher Principal Evaluation Program and the Danielson Framework.
Possesses the ability to work collaboratively with parents, school and district staff to support the needs of students as delineated in program scope
Demonstrates an ability to utilize various analytical techniques to determine program needs and outcomes
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills required to work with a community rich in diversity
Possesses the ability to plan and implement programs or initiatives
Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage budgets and resources
Possesses skills that lead to effective work within a team environment, including interdependency and focus on shared goals and vision
Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

Nice To Haves

Bilingualism/ Multilingualism is valued in the department
Strong background in elementary education and early literacy

Responsibilities

Oversees and provides leadership for categorical programs, including Title I, LAP, Advanced Learning, MLL and other state and federally funded programs.
Leads, plans, and organizes the development and implementation of coordinated curriculum and instructional practices for the Advanced Learning program.
Ensures compliance, alignment, and implementation of program requirements in accordance with district, state, and federal guidelines.
Assist as required with school improvement plans.
Provides leadership and supervision of identified teaching and learning department staff under their supervision.
Assigns, supervises, and evaluates program staff under their supervision, in collaboration with other department and school leaders.
Recommends staffing allocations for programs within area of responsibilities in alignment with key priorities and initiatives.
Works with students, parents, teachers and service providers, advisory groups, and others in the community to discuss program recommendations and improvements.
Engages students, parents, staff, and community as required for the duties of the position.
Identifies and provides for the professional development of certificated staff.
Assists in the development and prioritization of program planning required to support the District’s Strategic Plan and other identified areas.
Influences a culture conducive to continuous improvement for students and staff; fosters, recognizes, and supports ethnic, cultural, gender, economic and human diversity throughout the community, while striving to provide fair and equitable treatment and consideration for all.
Addresses systemic barriers to success for students from racially diverse backgrounds. Implementing strategies to foster a sense of belonging and inclusion among all students.
May draft administrative procedures or regulations to implement requirements of adopted school board policies.
Assists in the interpretation and execution of the policies, administrative procedures, and regulations pertaining to the scope of the position.
Collaborates with district personnel, state agency personnel and peers in other districts for the purpose of identifying effective services and/or programs.
Coordinates program components for the purpose of delivering services.
Designs program reviews and student assessments for the purpose of evaluating educational processes and providing feedback to administration for appropriate follow-up actions.
Monitors assigned activities and/or program compliance including financial, legal, and administrative requirements each of the assigned programs.
Prepares and presents public reports and presentations regarding programs, services and responsibilities to the Board of Directors, staff and others, including providing reports for OSPI and other agencies as required.
Collaborates with school administrators for the purpose of supporting the learning needs of students within the context of the program responsibilities of the position.
Fulfills grant requirements for community, state and federal grants, including submission of required documents and compliance of reporting requirements.
Oversees program budgets as required for the program responsibilities of the position.
May be required to work irregular hours, including some evening requirements or an occasional weekend requirement.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.