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Assistant Director - Accelerated Student Programs

Employer
Detroit Public Schools
Location
Detroit, MI, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Title:  Assistant Director, Accelerated Student Programs

Posting Date: February 13, 2018

Closing Date: February 28, 2018

Salary Details: $67,229.10 -  $90,376.20

Job Type: Administrative

Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and/or vacation days.

Reports to: Deputy Superintendent of Schools (or Designee)

Location:  Academic Programs

Position Summary

The Director of Accelerated Student Programs is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the middle and high school acceleration programs, including Dual Enrollment, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate. Providing leadership in the identification and authorization of school programs.    Provide support to schools in the management of program requirements, professional development and recruitment.   General policies of the program are reviewed and approved by the Deputy Superintendent of Schools and/or Superintendent. The Director of Accelerated Programs oversees the articulation of agreements between university partners for accelerated course offerings. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED: (Qualifications which are essential to the position)

Education
  • Must possess and provide evidence of a minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited institution, Secondary Schools, or an equivalent agency. 
  • A copy of transcript(s) with degree conferred must accompany letter of interest.  
  • Graduate work beyond the Master’s Degree is preferred. Preparation may include systematic graduate study and competence in the following areas:
  • Specialization in Educational Guidance and Counseling
    • Systematic study in at least five of the following areas:
    • Human development and behavior (behavioral sciences)
    • Curriculum and Supervision
    • Research techniques and procedures
    • Group dynamics and procedures
    • School-community relations
    • Organization and administration of guidance services
    • School Administration

Experience
  • Must present evidence of a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as an administrator and/or equivalent.
  • Successful experience in the areas below:
    • Diversified occupational background
    • Participation in college planning and program development
    • Leadership in professional organizations and activities for student acceleration
    • Planning and implementation in accelerated programs
    • Interpreting school programs to professional or lay groups.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the general supervision and administration of the Deputy Superintendent of Schools (or Designee), the Assistant Director of Accelerated Programs will be responsible for the following: 
  1. Providing leadership in planning, organizing, conducting, implementing and evaluating comprehensive accelerated programs.
  2. Articulating and publicizing accelerated programs efforts to school district and community.
  3. Articulating the goals, objectives, activities, and expected outcomes of accelerated program services.
  4. Developing and implementing funded program components.
  5. Managing the operation of the Office of Accelerated Programs.  
  6. Evaluating staff performance according to district policies and procedures as necessary.
  7. Coordinating and collaborating initiatives with other units in the school district.
  8. Seek and implement effective procedures for upgrading the skills and other professional development efforts districtwide.
  9. Prepare and maintain budgets within pre-determined limits
  10. Perform other related responsibilities as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent of Schools (or Designee).

SECURITY CLEARANCE

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

If you are a current Detroit Public Schools employee, presently employed with the district, you do not have to submit a fee related to obtaining the Detroit Public Schools security clearance.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

If you are hired to fill a vacant position, you will be required to submit a Detroit Public Schools security clearance.

At point of offer to hire, please be advised that you will be responsible for a non-refundable payment of $64.50 via Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover Card, cashier's check, or money order, payable to the DPSCD Police Department. No personal checks or cash is accepted. DO NOT SUBMIT PAYMENT WITH APPLICATION.

Method of Application:

Applicants MUST apply through the online application system. ONLY applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position. All applicants are to attach a copy of their transcripts, most recent resume and cover letter. A copy of your valid teacher certification must be attached if certification is required for the position you are applying.

Applicants will receive an automated confirmation once they have successfully applied for a position.

Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's employer(s) prior to hire.

It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. All documentation must be submitted along with the letter of interest. Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete information will not be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Division of Human Resources via email at recruitment@detroitk12.org or office at (313) 873-6897.

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit does not discriminate against, deny benefits to or exclude participation by any person in its programs, activities or employment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion or handicap.

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