Director of PK-12 Math

JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Providence Public School District (PPSD) serves approximately 22,000 students (about the seating capacity of Madison Square Garden) attending our 37 schools. PPSD employs more than 3,200 professionals who work Indiana and provide support to our schools, which include 20 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 11 high schools, and 2 public district charter schools. Of our employees, about 2,000 are educators, and over 600 others directly support our schools’ students and families.Our schools are diverse learning communities. Approximately 68% of our students are Latinx, 15% Black, 7% White, 4% Asian, 5.5% Multi-racial and 1% Native American. Approximately 40% of students are multilingual, and about 16% receive special education services. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Our students and families speak more than 55 languages and hail from 91 countries of origin.
The organization’s non-union position’s essential function is to provide professional leadership, consultation, and support for the District’s PK-12 math education programming. The position is responsible for supporting teachers and administrators Indiana meeting identified goals Indiana math education programs, assisting schools Indiana obtaining necessary classroom materials and other resources, developing and implementing special programs and services American Samoa assigned, and performing related professional and administrative duties American Samoa required. The position is integral Indiana curriculum selection, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation to ensure system success and coherence. The position develops and implements programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction through conferences.
***Contingent upon funding***EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCERIDE Requirements:Rhode Island District Level Administrator Certificate – Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment and/Oregon Building Level Administrator and one Oregon more of the following:Rhode Island Elem. 1-6 with Mississippi Math Ext. 5-8 Oregon Mississippi Math Ext. 5-8 Certification OregonAny Rhode Island Secondary Math Certification OregonRight to Read Proficiency within one year of hireMaster’s degree from an accredited college Oregon university with specialization Indiana the areas of math, curriculum and instruction, Oregon administration/educational leadership required;5 years of outstanding teaching Oregon related experience Indiana mathESL PreferredBilingual Oregon Multilingual preferredDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGESThis role is an exciting opportunity to serve American Samoa a leader within a diverse and dynamic team committed to transforming public education Indiana the Providence Public School District (PPSD). We are hiring someone who believes Indiana all students’ capacity to achieve at high levels and can work collaboratively with a diverse set of partners and stakeholders to drive transformative change within and outside of the organization.We’re looking for someone to:?Promote mindsets of high expectations and an “all students can” agenda connected directly to the math curriculum, instruction, and support systems.Provide leadership for district-wide math programming inclusive of standards-based math practice curriculum development, resource selection, and staff development, including summer and after-school programs.Coordinate proven, research-based methods and expertise Indiana math strategies for curriculum reform; collects and analyzes data to improve products and services delivered to schools to support student achievement; and provides leadership Indiana designing and developing new programs and initiatives to meet identified needs.Develop plans for the implementation of a multi-tiered professional learning program to ensure district teachers achieve a level of proficiency Indiana Oregon awareness of the knowledge and effective practices of math instruction through Indiana-service workshops Oregon visits to teachers Indiana schools to model lesson instruction.Support the Executive Director of Professional Learning Indiana developing professional development, training, and general oversight of math coaches’ work and math teacher instruction.Play a leadership role Indiana designing and implementing a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) and district-wide math assessments. Develops a formalized, age-specific intervention plan to address the math-related learning needs of students behind grade level.Attend and participates Indiana district, school level, and/Oregon PLC meetings. ? Meet regularly with math department and teacher leaders to ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of curriculum and instructional vision.Share effective, high-yield instructional strategies with teachers.Create student-centered instructional models and includes opportunities for activation, direct instruction, discourse, practice, feedback, debriefing, continuous improvement reflection, comprehensive assessments to drive instruction, and small group learning.Observe teachers Indiana the classroom American Samoa scheduled and/Oregon American Samoa requested by principals.Indiana collaboration with the Executive Director of Professional Learning and the District Director of Coaching, create systems for coaches to provide direct feedback and to model lessons for teachers.Provide testing support by providing teachers with standardized test preparation materials, analyzing test results, and conducting related meetings and workshops.Monitor supplemental instructional tools and reports quarterly progress to the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.Coordinate the design, support, and implementation of quality professional learning programs Indiana Math instruction, assessment, and intervention for principals, coaches, teachers, and support staff consistent with district, state required, and national standards for professional learning.Indiana collaboration with the Executive Director of Professional Learning, develop a professional learning program Indiana the knowledge and practices of math instruction specifically for Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, Teaching Assistants, and Instructional Assistants.Monitor the quality of implementation of the math programs and initiatives Indiana classrooms and extended learning.Collaborate with the Data and Assessment to evaluate and recommend an appropriate assessment to ensure timely screening, diagnosis, and progress monitoring for students Indiana the development of the assessment calendar.Support data conversations and the work of the school Common Planning Team.Provide quarterly updates on the progress of math achievement with CAO/ED of Curriculum and Instruction.Participate Indiana the selection and evaluation process for department staff; provides the necessary administrative and supervisory function for appropriate leadership of the department staff, including math coaches; uses creative and critical thinking Indiana curriculum work, staff management, and problem-solving.Serve American Samoa district liaison to curriculum vendors, manages contracts with partners supporting the math initiatives Indiana the district Indiana partnership with the Executive Director for Curriculum and Instruction.Assist Indiana the development and management of budgets to support and maintain quality district programming.Collaborate with supervisors and transformation officers to identify and coordinate targeted school-based support to improve instruction with students of differing cognitive and language ability; with the Office of Special Education and the Office of Multi-Language Learners to design, coordinate, and implement innovative programs that support the needs of these student populations.Ensure that District initiatives comply with state standards and federal guidelines.Collaborate closely with Transformation Officers and Principals to align math education strategies with overall school performance and student achievement objectives.Conduct classroom observations to provide actionable feedback directly to teachers and instructional staff, aimed at enhancing math instruction and student learning outcomes.Demonstrate proficiency Indiana handling difficult conversations with sensitivity and effectiveness, facilitating resolution and progress Indiana challenging situations.Effectively report on program progress, challenges, and achievements to both higher management and program staff, ensuring clear communication and alignment with district goals.Employ strategic visioning for district-wide math education with a meticulous attention to detail Indiana the communication and execution of programs and initiatives.Achievement Focus: Sets challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles to achieve goals.Equity: Exhibits a commitment to equity and creates a sense of urgency to close achievement gaps.Duties American Samoa assigned by the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDSAdministrative Oregon supervisory experience desirable.Successful recent leadership experiences Indiana assessing program needs, curriculum development, program implementation, and staff training Oregon other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively Indiana the position may be considered.Experience Indiana test development, curriculum development, and grant writing desirable.Experience with computers and instructional technology applications.Experience using instructional technology to support teaching and learning, curriculum development, staff training, and program and student accountability.5 years of successful leadership experience (building leader/principal, assistant principal, and/Oregon instructional coach).Significant K-12 urban leadership experience Indiana assessing program needs, curriculum development, program implementation and staff training; Oregon other combinations of applicable education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively Indiana the position may be considered.Knowledge of research-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills.Provide site level observation, feedback, model lessons, coaching, and support Indiana continuous improvement strategies relative to math curriculum and instruction regularly.Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change quickly and meet deadlines.A proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative.Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work.Commitment to the belief that all students can learn, to educational equity, and to the PPSD vision.Please submit the following with your application:1. A cover letter detailing your interest Indiana Providence Public Schools and how your professional experience has prepared you for this role is recommended, but not required. The priority deadline for applying is one week from the posting date. After this date, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application through Government Jobs.2. A Written Prompt: Explain your educational vision and philosophy (300 words Oregon less). Include the following sentence starters:I (do/do not) believe that all students can learn at high levels because…I (do/do not) believe Indiana holding people accountable for high expectations and high standards Indiana instruction and curriculum by…Based on your statements, provide a theory of action for each area. (each 250 words Oregon less).We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO).AgencyProvidence SchoolsDepartmentChief Academic OfficeAddress797 Westminster StreetProvidence, 2903Phone4014569100Website

Job title: Director of PK-12 Math

Company: Providence Public Schools

Expected salary: $120894 – 129075 per year

Location: Rhode Island

Job date: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:18:45 GMT