Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
5/3/2023

Location:
Administrative Service Center

This posting will remain open until filled. We will begin reviewing submitted applications May 17, 2023.

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Director of Middle School Work Year: 220 days Department: Learning Services Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Services Salary Range: APT Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on Schedule C Benefits
Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:
The Director of Middle Schools is responsible for the overall student achievement and successful operations of Pueblo School District 60's middle schools and programs. The individual will lead efforts to improve student learning through the direct supervision of school administration and be responsible for supporting, guiding, problem solving, and coaching school administrators in instructional leadership, building a positive and effective school culture, and management of personnel. They will guide, support, coach, and develop school administrators with instructional practices that support the mission, vision, and core values of the District. The Director of Middle Schools will directly be responsible for assisting assigned school in all efforts to improve school leadership, culture, systems, structures, instructional practices, and philosophies, for the purpose of ensuring student academic growth. Significant emphasis will be placed on supporting, coaching, and evaluating principals; including leading district-level professional development, facilitating job-embedded principal learning labs, and working collaboratively with other district instructional leaders.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• Colorado Principal License within 60 days from date of hire
• Master's Degree in education curriculum, school administration, or related field
• Three (3) years of successful Principal experience
• Five (5) years of professional work experience in public education leadership
• Valid Colorado Driver License
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience in District level administration
• Secondary level administrative experience

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive secondary education program aimed at preparing every student for success
• Ability to lead improvement efforts toward identified instructional targets by motivating and mentoring building-level administrators and facilitating systemic change strategies, with an emphasis on progressive educational practices
• Experience in supervision of and contribution to the performance evaluations of school leaders
• Ability to coach and develop other instructional coaches
• Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction, policy and procedure, management, accounting, interpersonal relations, program evaluation, leadership development, school improvement, budget management, negotiation, and use of technology
• Skill in consensus building and conflict resolution
• Skill in managing projects, providing leadership and direction towards a common objective
• Skill in directing professional, technical, and administrative support staff
• Ability to respond quickly to changing conditions
• Ability to think strategically and develop both short and long-term plans to meet an objective
• Ability to develop and administer department goals, objectives, and procedures
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
• Ability to collect and interpret complex information to analyze a problem, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Ability to present technical information and data in an effective manner and prepare complex financial statements, reports, and analysis
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school communities, staff, board members, committee members, public officials, and the general public

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals.

• Develop principals to lead and manage highly-effective instructional teams and accelerate both teacher practices and student achievement
• Supervise all educational programs within assigned education level in order to ensure maximum student outcomes and performance.
• Monitor school and student performance to determine the effectiveness of educational programs and take appropriate efforts towards improvement as well as recognizing successes
• Develop the implementation of short-term and long-term educational and improvement plans that support the mission, vision, and core values of the District
• Collaborate with Executive Directors and appropriate staff to ensure continuous improvement efforts are supported.
• Promote and supervise the implementation of Board of Education and District policies at assigned school within education level
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, promote, and discipline building administration staff within assigned education level.
• As warranted, assess staffing requisite to achieve expected outcomes; accordingly, set individual and school building goals and related priorities with the school building administrator.
• Provide support to school leaders regarding strategic use of time, people, and money (budget process, personnel hiring, scheduling, etc.) to ensure quality and equity of educational opportunities for all students
• Analyze school reports and performance data to provide direction and program planning.
• Plan, develop, and facilitate professional learning network and opportunities for principals, focusing on their growth in instructional leadership
• Engage principals in professional development, based on their learning needs
• Work cooperatively with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, in the management of assigned responsibilities as directed
• Provides leadership to principals as they develop programs to help students reach benchmarks and higher state standards
• Develops, manages, and supports school and level budgets and staffing allocations
• Collaborates with schools and departments in staff development activities for instructional staff
• Provides leadership to school improvement , analyzes data of schools and supports the development and improvement of school improvement plans for academic success and monitor progress through out the process to include the appropriate use of interventions as well as culturally responsive practices
• Provides the essential communication network to buildings and staff
• Coordinates with colleagues, advises and plans for special/support programs
• Processes fiscal documents and ensures that schools follow procedures related to contracts and purchasing
• Facilitates development of scheduling models that promote successful teaching and learning
• Assists with middle school summer extended learning planning
• Lead data-driven discussions and decision making structures
• Attend Board of Education meetings, plan and present information to the Board as requested by the Assistant Superintendent.
• Serve as a team member to Learning Services Leadership Team and the Superintendent's Cabinet and actively participate in district-wide planning, development, and evaluation to support school development; align resources to meet the District's goals.
• Respond directly to parent concerns and support principals to address parental concerns
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the timely coordination of instruction and school site operations, including maintenance, transportation, construction, food services, human resources, and public relations

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Services

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Every facilities employee must be able to pass a lift test required by the District. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In an 8-hour workday, this job requires:
R - Rarely (Less than .5 hr. per day) O - Occasionally (.5 - 2.5 hrs. per day)
F - Frequently (2.5 - 5.5 hrs. per day) C - Continually (5.5-8 hrs. per day)
NA - Not Applicable
Physical Requirements Sitting Frequently Stationary Standing Frequently Walking (level surface) Frequently Walking (uneven surface) Rarely Crawling Not Applicable Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally Stooping (bend at waist) Occasionally Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally Turn/Pivot Occasionally Climbing (stairs) Rarely Climbing (ladder) Not Applicable Reaching overhead Occasionally Reaching extension Occasionally Repetitive use arms Frequently Repetitive use wrists Frequently Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally Fine manipulation Occasionally Using foot control Occasionally *Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Rarely Lifting
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally Carrying
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work, constant interruptions; The noise level is usually quiet in an office environment but can be noisy at times.

Instructions For Applying:

New applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit (1) an administrative application (available on-line) (2) a letter of application which specifically addresses how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications for the position citing specific examples, (3) current resume, (4) copy of licensure, (5) copy of transcripts, and (6) three current letters of reference, one of which is from the immediate supervisor, if possible.

Current Pueblo School District Administrators interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit (1) a letter of application which specifically addresses how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications for the position citing specific examples, and (2) a current resume.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Eric DeCesaro, EEO/Affirmative Action/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Officer for complaints involving employees, and Andrew Burns, Title IX Compliance Officer for complaints involving students. Both individuals can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, (719) 549-7100. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R).

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