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Director of Instruction/Secondary (Grades 6-12) - Academics and Instructional Innovation (20

Employer
Oakland Unified School District
Location
Oakland, CA, US
Salary
$102,376.10 - $130,652.17 / Per Year
Ref. 8316 TITLE: Director of Instruction, Secondary REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Academic and Instructional Innovation DEPARTMENT: Academic and Instructional Innovation (AII) CLASSIFICATION: Certificated Management Confidential FLSA: Exempt WORK YEAR/HOURS: 227 days/7.5 hours (FT) or as assigned ISSUED: Created: June 2011 Revised: June 2014 Revised: June 2020 SALARY GRADE: CFAD 22 BASIC FUNCTION: Plan and direct the work of the department team to promote and support the District's strategic plan to ensure all students are college and career ready. Duties may involve access to confidential information concerning employer-employee relations. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Accelerate the implementation of the Common Core (ELA/Math), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), support professional learning and increase the quality of rigorous instruction aligned to producing students who are prepared for college, career and community. Recruit, support, develop, and supervise unit managers and specialists. Manage and evaluate the duties of assigned staff in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. Build the capacity of unit members by developing professional development sessions that focus on the strategic plan and the department's focus areas. Coordinate the development, planning, and implementation of high quality professional development. Create opportunities for teacher leaders and leaders District-wide to collaborate about District and department focus areas. Assist site leaders in focusing on instruction and professional learning of school site staff, build capacity of instructional staff to deliver a data-driven instructional cycle, implement curriculum and pedagogy aligned to the Common Core and NGSS and dramatically increase student learning outcomes. Advise departments and cross-departmental teams in supporting school improvement. Develop and monitor budgets in accordance with federal, state, and District policies. Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations. Develop, monitor, and review the operational systems and processes of the department. Coordinate, monitor, and project manage initiatives that are assigned on a regular basis (i.e., library program, literacy initiatives, curriculum adoptions). Communicate the Department's mission, programs, and support services to ensure messaging is presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders. Provide leadership in developing programs, and organizational and budget plans with Department staff. Create District-wide Professional Learning Calendar for all teachers. Develop and monitor department's communication plan. Develop and monitor the Instructional Materials/Williams accountability process. Collaborate with all staff in the department to provide for aligned support for teachers and leaders. Collaborate with site leadership and District administrators about coordinating and aligning teacher and leadership supports. Design, create, implement, and manage the infrastructure aligned to priority areas for the department. Identify, implement, support, and monitor high leverage strategies to retain the best and brightest talent. Develop, maintain, and coordinate partnerships with organizations around teacher and leadership development. Identify resources that contribute to the sustainability of a culturally competent organization. Develop new methodologies to interrupt and address historic and institutional imbedded racist policies, practices, and beliefs. Support the collaborative development of transparent and effective systems of communication among stakeholders. Provide facilitation and planning support for department professional learning. Develop courses of study for each leader that are aligned to themes of practice. Create and implement evaluations for department's program goals and objectives. Coordinate data and develop data reporting system about department's professional learning. Create and monitor a Professional Learning On-line Registration System. Provide in-depth leadership analysis through cycles of inquiry and development. Facilitate and coach department personnel to lead and measure the change of practices, beliefs and policies. Provide leadership to develop and sustain leadership teams across the system. Support teacher leaders and leadership teams who embrace a mission of social justice and equity for all students to change the policies, practices, and structures in schools and the school system that perpetuate inequities. Maintain professional growth in knowledge and skills necessary to implement the District's strategic plan and department focus areas. Develop and update department's policies, procedures, and guidelines. Support department staff by providing advice, counsel, and decision-making; mentor department staff as needed. Travel to sites when needed. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. KNOWLEDGE OF: Applicable federal, state, and District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing work scope Methods to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to work scope Cognitive Coaching Curriculum Strategic direction of the District Various District bargaining unit contracts related to employee evaluation Planning, organization and coordination needed for assigned program Effective strategies, theories, techniques, and methods of professional development Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation Implement plans and evaluate their outcomes Principles and practices of effective leadership Serve as trusted resource to District administrators and facilitate communication throughout the District Budget preparation and management to ensure fiscal responsibility Telephone techniques, systems and etiquette Presentation, communication, and public speaking techniques Knowledge of distance learning (students and adults) systems and platforms Principles and practices of supervision and evaluation Computer software, hardware, and related technology ABILITY TO: Interpret, communicate, implement, and maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing work scope Interpret District collective bargaining contract language Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others of diverse backgrounds, experience, and personalities Perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and policies Communicate effectively in English orally and in writing Model effective communication skills using tact, patience, and courtesy to understand and respond to the needs and expectations of team members and others Analyze, interpret and communicate data Motivate and support adults to transform their practices Plan, organize, and complete work to meet established timelines and deadlines Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective course of action Manage multiple projects simultaneously Implement plans and evaluate their outcomes Prepare and deliver clear and concise presentations to a variety of audiences Participate in District approved professional development to maintain current knowledge of evolving needs of students and the District related to work scope Meet District standards of professional conduct as outlined in Board Policy Supervise, coach, and evaluate assigned personnel Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment PREREQUISITES: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a Master's degree Five years experience in administrative leadership Valid California Administrative Services Credential Experience in classroom teaching, evaluation, research, organizational structures and systems, change management, leadership development, and coaching Must have experience as a school principal in an urban setting Valid California Driver's License, if applicable PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS: Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT: Office environment and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Primary Location: Academics and Instructional Innovation
Salary Range: $102,376.10 - $130,652.17 / Per Year
Shift Type: Full-Time

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