Posting Timeline
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This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
Position Details
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attract talented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials. With the District’s focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice. To learn more about Portland Public Schools, please visit the District website: here.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under administrative direction, oversee the day-to-day implementation, evaluation and expansion of academic and/or academic support programs and designated staff; provide analytic, technical and operational program support; evaluate and maintain a variety of records for assigned program and services.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
- Assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating assigned programs, grants, and local partnerships.
- Organize staffing, curriculum and evaluation of a variety of programs; communicate information regarding programs’ allocations, eligibility allowable services, purchases and other fiscal impacts and obligations related to assigned program.
- Assure that all functions are consistent with applicable state and federal regulations, policies and programs, and the District’s educational goals, objectives and policies.
- Monitor compliance issues as they relate to assigned programs; oversee and monitor certifications and licensures for designated programs staff.
- Lead teams in the use of student data to support school-site staff while increasing their capacity for application of research-based instructional best practices to improve student outcomes and to determine ongoing professional development needs of staff.
- Plan, oversee and coordinate programs for district staff, parents, community organizations and other stakeholders to increase programs’ support.
- Create and support PPS, student, parent and stakeholder partnerships related to assigned programs; develop and implement strategies and opportunities for students to achieve academic, social and emotional growth.
- Lead and participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs; encourage and support implementation of programs, coach and assist educators and others to implement effective instructional strategies; promote the use of technology in teaching and learning process.
- Contribute to a shared leadership team which reflects diverse perspectives; develop and mentor teachers and teacher leaders.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy, Equity in Public Purchasing and Contracting and other board policies; participate in staff development, in-services and trainings related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in K – 12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to educational and business practices with awareness and understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.
- Develop, deliver and provide professional development and training to district staff, partner agency personnel and community groups to assure programs’ goals and objectives are achieved.
- Supervise the performance of assigned certified and non-certified personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions.
- Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, workshops and in services related to assigned programs; prepare and deliver oral and written reports, recommendations, and presentations to the Board, committees, parents, community stakeholders and others regarding a variety of program topics.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
- The Assistant Director oversees day-to-day implementation of educational programs, operations and staff involved with student academic, social and emotional support programs.
- Employees in this classification work with professional educators, school administrators and others to develop and deploy programs which provide opportunities for successful Pre-to-post- K-12 experiences.
- Employees provide leadership, training, coaching, counseling and mentorship to professional educators as well as business support and professional staff and may participate in performance management as related to the assigned program.
- Positions in this classification typically report to a Director – Academic Programs or a Senior Director and have responsibility for leadership within a program, but do not hold full responsibility or accountability for the development, deployment or operational functions of department program activities and staff.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Knowledge of:
- Local state and federal laws and regulations governing assigned programs.
- Curriculum design, planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
- Current practices to improve student achievement. Grant administration and compliance processes.
- Principles and practices of leadership, management, supervision and training.
- Technology and computer software applications relative to education and administration.
- Research-based instructional strategies and models for improving instructional practices for all students. K-12 Education public schools’ laws, policies and guidelines related to administration, curriculum and leadership.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Understand and be sensitive to those of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- Understand and carry out assigned work with minimal supervision.
- Take responsibility to use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
- Collaboratively work with and across district departments and school sites.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Prepare and maintain analytical records and reports. Learn, plan, formulate and execute federal, state, District, and departmental policies, procedures and directives.
- Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies.
- Work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
- Lead, coach and build team skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
- Participate in the implementation of systemic change and successfully implement reform initiatives that produce significant gains in closing the achievement gap.
- Advocate, model and implement Portland Public School’s Racial Equity, Equity in Public Purchasing and Contracting and Affirmative Action board policies. Use a variety of office machines, technologies, word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and assigned programs software.
Content Specific Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of high-quality/effective english language arts and social studies instruction in schools, including observing and coaching teachers to improve instructional planning, teaching practice, and the use of data, assessment, and instructional technology.
- Experience in designing and leading professional development, with emphasis on english language arts and social studies.
- Ensures that the professional development program for english language arts and social studies is focused on how students learn, encompasses both content and pedagogical knowledge and skills, promotes collegial learning, and includes job-embedded opportunities for growth.
- Ability to serve as the central office contact and liaison with parents and the community regarding the english language arts and social studies instructional programs.
- Knowledge of research-based english language arts and social studies curriculum/curriculum development, instruction and assessment practices, especially relative to interventions with struggling learners and students of varying cultural heritages and English proficiencies;
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and school administrators to develop policies and school structures that incorporate effective teaching strategies and use of resources, in english language arts and social studies
- Ability to collect and analyze performance data including, but not limited to, NWEA MAP, assessment, DreamBox, CLASS, state and District assessments regarding the achievement of students, work samples, and other pertinent information affecting the design and evaluation of english language arts and social studies curriculum and instructional practices.
Education and Training:
- A State of Oregon issued Administrative License is required at the time of appointment.
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years as a licensed school professional is required. Experience working in a richly diverse school community and environment.
CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY:
This position is classified as an Assistant Director – Academic Programs on the Licensed Administrator Salary Schedule for 260 work day employees which can be found here.A full review of the classification specification can be found here.
SALARY RANGE: $145,939 – $157,161
FTE: 1.0 FTE
WORK YEAR: 260
STATUS / FSLA: Exempt
Benefits Information
Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.
Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.
For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.pps.net/Page/1635
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