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Under the direction of the Chief Academic Officer, the Director - School Improvement leads the Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) school improvement strategy development and oversees the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) designated Comprehensive Support and Improvement Schools (CSI) and Targeted Support and Improvement Schools (TSI) strategy implementation. The Director works closely with staff across offices including the Offices of Academics, Schools, Family & Community Engagement, Continuous Improvement, and Achievement and Accountability, to ensure the district's improvement strategy work and implementation of interventions aligns with the specifications outlined in the grants and in accordance with guidance provided by MSDE. Additionally, the Director will lead the strategic improvement efforts for the district's lowest performing schools. The Director works with colleagues to regularly analyze data to support continuous improvement and ensure that schools are on track to meet the performance targets. The Director serves as an impactful liaison with state agencies and communicates results through reports and presentations to facilitate monitoring and necessary support to schools in need of improvement.
Essential Functions
- Oversees the cross-office team responsible for the district-wide school improvement strategy development and its implementation.
- Leads the cross-office monitoring work for the lowest performing schools, (CSI and TSI).
- Directs assigned staff to ensure improvement strategy implementation with fidelity and in ways that are impactful for improving student growth and achievement.
- Directs cross-functional teams related to the lowest performing, CSI, and TSI schools and the implementation of their improvement plans including but not limited to school leaders, literacy and math coaches, Academic Content Liaisons (ACLs), along with colleagues in Teaching & Learning, Special Education, Secondary Success & Innovation, the Schools Office, the Office of Family & Community Engagement, and the Office of Achievement and Accountability (OAA).
- Leads the collaboration with Data Monitoring and Compliance unit within OAA to track and document financial and programmatic components of the grant and ensures that expenditures are made in alignment with approved grant allocations.
- Frequently engages with appropriate principal supervisors, school leaders, and school-based staff to lead the school-based improvement work and supports in alignment with district and school turnaround strategy.
- Develops strategy and provides appropriate guidance for school leaders on current academic and best practices - specifically in math and literacy - as it relates to school improvement efforts.
- Prepares regular reports and communication for district and/or state review.
- Provides ongoing, timely, and accurate communication between district and state leadership.
- Leads the preparation for monitoring visits from district or state leadership.
- Ensures compliance with all grant-related policies and procedures.
- Engages with OAA to prepare and complete comprehensive reports for each assigned school on a regular basis to inform the support and accountability efforts.
- Manages grants and partnerships to support and further district initiatives.
- Provides advice and technical assistance in the implementation of related grant programs and reporting.
- Provides appropriate supervision, mentoring, and professional growth and development opportunities to assigned staff.
- Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.
COMPETENCIES
- Customer Focus - Commits to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; acts with stakeholders in mind; values importance of providing high-quality customer service.
- Interpersonal Skills - Builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact to diffuse tense situations; can put others at ease and disarm hostility.
- Managing Relationships - Responds and relates well to people in all positions; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; looks for common ground and solves problems for the good of all.
- Functional/Technical Skills - Possesses required functional and technical knowledge and skill to accomplish job tasks at a high level; demonstrates active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.
Salary Information
Maximum Salary: 150331.00
Minimum Salary: 112750.00
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, public policy, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university; master's degree preferred.
- Ten (10) years of aligned full-time professional experience.
- Four (4) years successful related professional experience in academic administration or in monitoring sponsored or non-sponsored projects and tracking expenditures.
- Experience with data analysis protocols, continuous improvement, and key assessments used in Baltimore City Schools (e.g. Amplify, iReady, MCAP, WIDA).
- Prior experience in Title I and/or large grant management preferred.
- Equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in this position may be considered.
- Comprehensive understanding of whole-school reform models, particularly as it relates to urban K-12 school systems.
- Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies, including ESSA, Title I, and COMAR.
- Demonstrated ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, analyze and present high-level quantitative data.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff and partners; community agencies; and federal, state, and local officials.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically while simultaneously delivering tactical solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, and report findings and recommendations regarding grants management processes.
- Proficient in the use of technical computer applications including the Google Suite (e.g. Docs, Sheets, Forms) and Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
Full time or Part time
Full time
Additional Details
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
- Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
- Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
- All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
- All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
- Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see City Schools' non-discrimination statement. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.
For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).
This position is not affiliated with any bargaining unit.
This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.
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