PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR – TEACHING AND LEARNING

Position Type:

DISTRICT LEADERSHIP/PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Date Posted:

12/4/2024

Location:

Academics: Teaching & Learning

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Program Administrator in the Teaching and Learning Department is a key leader responsible for supporting the implementation of district-wide initiatives, managing complex projects, and ensuring alignment of services across the division. This role includes managing resources, grants, and instructional projects while maintaining constant communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Serving as an extension of the Assistant Superintendent, the Program Administrator ensures efficiency, consistency, and alignment in the delivery of teaching and learning services to advance student achievement and district goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Leadership of Teaching and Learning Initiatives: 

• Lead district-wide initiatives such as the curriculum adoption process, professional learning sessions, school turnaround support strategy development, and special projects related to teaching and learning. 
• Develop research-based solutions to academic and instructional challenges, ensuring alignment with district goals and best practices. 
• Act as an extension of the Assistant Superintendent, providing strategic support to ensure the alignment and efficiency of services across the Teaching and Learning Division. 

Project Management and Strategic Coordination: 

• Manage complex projects with multiple workstreams, utilizing project management tools to track progress and ensure timely completion. 
• Break down complex problems, communicate solutions in a clear and compelling manner, and support informed decision-making across the department. 
• Collaborate with departments to maintain consistency of practice and ensure timely support for schools and stakeholders. 

Resource and Grants Management: 

• Maintain and oversee a comprehensive inventory of instructional resources, ensuring equitable access and efficient use across the district. 
• Develop and manage grant applications, budgets, and compliance requirements, preparing reports as needed to ensure adherence to guidelines. 

Professional Learning and Stakeholder Engagement: 

• Coordinate professional learning sessions, including logistics, materials, and participant communication, to align with district instructional goals. 
• Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration with district leaders, school staff, and community partners to drive successful program implentation.

Continuous Improvement and Reporting: 

• Collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend strategies for continuous improvement. 
• Prepare detailed reports to inform district leadership of program progress, outcomes, and areas of need

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• Master’s preferred 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Certification in education, educational leadership or program administration preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of experience in education, program administration, project management, or a related field required.

SALARY INFORMATION

Pay Grade : 135

Work Days: Annual 

POSITION INFORMATION:

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Category: At Will

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Leadership in Instructional Initiatives: Proven ability to lead district-wide projects, including curriculum adoption, school turnaround strategies, and professional learning. 
• Project Management Expertise: Experience managing complex projects with multiple workstreams, utilizing tools to track progress and ensure alignment. 
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Skilled in developing research-based solutions to instructional challenges and presenting them in a clear, concise, and compelling manner. 
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to engage diverse stakeholders and ensure consistency of practice. 
• Grants and Resource Management: Proficient in overseeing grants and maintaining an accurate inventory of district instructional resources to ensure equitable access. 
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to align departmental initiatives with district goals and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and evaluation. 
• Technology Proficiency: Skilled in project management software, data analysis tools, and standard office applications to support efficient workstreams. 
• Equity and Inclusivity: Commitment to ensuring equitable resource distribution and instructional practices across all schools and student populations. 

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students. 

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. 

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