Director of Teaching and Learning

East Providence School Department•East Providence, RI

About The Position

The Director of Teaching and Learning provides direct support and feedback to all instructional and administrative staff on the development of district-wide school improvement efforts and the related programs that support student services grades Pre-K through 12. The individual is responsible for the management of instructional services based on the effective use of data, collaborative processes that include all stakeholder groups, and the use of research based instructional strategies. As a member of the executive team, the Director of Teaching and Learning will provide leadership and strategic vision in coordinating, developing, implementing, and evaluating the District’s instructional programs/assessments and focus on assuring that district instructional staff have the instructional skills/pedagogy, materials, and background knowledge including use of technology to increase student achievement. These skills include building and supporting inclusive learning environments that honors each learner’s identity.

Requirements

Master’s Degree with a minimum of five years of effective teaching experience.
Appropriate Administrative License: Building Principal, Superintendent, Director of Curriculum
Experience in various aspects of school administration
Experience and knowledge of Tiered Approach(MTSS) in Instructional Practices
Experience and knowledge of Scientifically Based Reading Research (SBRR)
Experience and knowledge of Early Intervention to close academic learning gaps
Experience with successfully working with culturally diverse families and communities, and/or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to equity and strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.
Knowledge of the administrative/support services which a school system provides.
Experience and knowledge of facilitating data driven protocols that support student achievement and improvement
Ability to interpret and implement all policies, administrative regulations and negotiated agreements.
Ability to showcase excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.
Ability to provide leadership in the supervision of all school personnel for the purpose of monitoring performance, providing for professional growth and achieving overall objectives of the district's instructional program.
Ability to facilitate the development, revisions and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional services for the district.
Knowledge of governmental statutes, regulations, and rules relating to instruction, curriculum, student learning and ability to advise interested parties of the provisions of the laws.
Ability to counsel with employees to resolve complaints, difficulties, and other matters related to instruction, curriculum and student learning.
Administer the school district’s Mission, Vision, Core Values and Goals.
Ability to prepare district level reports that are required by law or are requested by the superintendent.
Ability to coordinate the district's curriculum program grades K-12 in conjunction with the superintendent, principals, department heads, and teachers.
Ability to serve as liaison between the district and community, interpreting activities and policies of the district and encouraging community involvement with the district.
Ability to provide direction to others and to make independent judgments.
Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, teachers and community .
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds.
Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.

Nice To Haves

Certification or eligibility for certification as a principal or superintendent of schools
Significant leadership experience in public education, central office or district-level administration preferred
Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and leading organizational change
Strong expertise in curriculum and instruction

Responsibilities

Manage curriculum administrative functions
Develop and evaluate the district's educational/instructional program to ensure conformance to state and school committee standards.
Provide for the development of clear and comprehensive assessment of student achievement and interpretation of results to staff, school committee and community.
Recommend district-wide direction as a result of the analysis of student achievement.
Direct the development of the District Improvement Plan and supervise the writing of School Improvement Plans.
Provide leadership and consultation to individual schools as needed.
Establish an environment in which all staff members are comfortable and forthcoming in sharing their ideas, needs and concerns, and in which the staff collaboratively works together to seek solutions and resolutions.
Provide leadership in seeking grant funds and assist in writing and implementing grants to support priorities and district direction.
Work with the Assistant Superintendent to write the CRP
Works with Technology Department to integrate technology into the instructional program
Works with Pupil Personnel and MLL Directors to ensure equitable access to curriculum
Review district instructional and curricular programs for cultural responsiveness and collaborate with other relevant stakeholders to continually improve the inclusivity of culturally responsive instructional methods and curriculum.
Coordinate professional development and training.
Assist individual building principals in addressing their needs in these areas.
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student staff and/or parent information.
Coordinate a staff development program to include an annual needs assessment and the arranging of all in-service activities (workshops, speakers, classes, etc.).
Serve as a consultant to staff/principals regarding instruction.
Assist the superintendent in the district's long range planning for instruction and initiatives.
Work in conjunction with Directors, Principals, and staff to create systems and oversee initiatives including MTSS, attendance and other areas as needed
Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing educational issues of mutual interest with other professionals in the field.
Participate in administrative meetings, committee meetings, negotiation meetings and other such meetings as required or appropriate.
Prepare structured presentations to the Superintendent and other relevant stakeholders to share the program evaluation results.
Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem to be appropriate .