Assistant Superintendent of Schools- (School Leadership)
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- Kansas City Public Schools
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- Kansas City, MO, US
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- Administrator, Assistant Superintendent
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Kansas City Public Schools
Assistant Superintendent of Schools
JOB POSTING
Job Details
Posting ID Asst Supt of Schools
Title: Assistant Superintendent of Schools
Reports to: Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF JOB: To plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate all activities in District elementary and
secondary schools. Position formulates and interprets policies and procedures and ensures compliance
with state and federal regulations. Administers a budget and supervises department personnel. To
maximize services for students in the District by performing the following duties personally or through
subordinate personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned):
Provide leadership for elementary and secondary schools.
Provides leadership and is the executive responsible for a significant increase in measurable academic
achievement for grades K-12.
Oversee school planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of elementary and secondary
schools, and ensure that program activities comply with the Court Order, District policies and Senate Bill
658.
Provide resources from all District departments to assist schools in their improvement of academics.
Reviews and monitors school improvement plans.
Interprets elementary and secondary education programs to the School Board, staff and the public.
Work closely with principals to monitor and observe classroom activities, and conference with principals
and program leaders to strengthen their leadership skills.
Work directly with central support staff and building-based staff to coordinate curriculum development,
instructional delivery, staff selection and evaluation procedures and pre-service/in service training
designed to assist classroom teachers in achieving the instructional goals of the District.
Foster the availability and suitability of programs for students with special needs as feasible and allocate
appropriate building space for programs as needed.
Work cooperatively with other cabinet and executive level staff to plan, project, develop, analyze, and
implement short-range District goals and objectives.
Assists the human resources department in determining staff allocations and with interviewing and
recommending qualified candidates for secondary education professional staff positions.
Work closely with principals and program leaders to develop a collaborative building level staff
development plan that focuses significantly on the improvement of instruction and student learning.
Provide assistance to principals assigned job targets by visiting schools weekly, observing leadership,
teacher performance, student learning, and giving feedback to improve performance. Provide resources
as appropriate to assist principals on job targets to improve leadership skills and promote professional
growth.
Prepare funding proposal; complete, monthly and quarterly financial and other reports as required by the
District, State and assist budget personnel in the resolution of budgetary/audit issues, as necessary.
Initiates and maintains effective liaisons with other school divisions and professional societies to maintain
a current knowledge in elementary and secondary education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes
CORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
These leadership competencies are expected of all Executive level staff at Kansas City Public
School District and form the basis of our performance management system for Executive level staff.
LEADING CHANGE
Continual Learning - Grasps the essence of new information; masters new technical, educational and
managerial knowledge quickly; recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development;
seeks feedback from others and opportunities to master new knowledge.
Creativity and Innovation - Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to
make organizational improvements; creates a work environment that encourages creative thinking and
innovation; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes.
External Awareness - Identifies and keeps up to date on key educational policies and trends at the
national and local level and looks for opportunities to bring best practices to PPS. Factors political, social
and economic trends that affect the organization into management strategy and plans on an ongoing
basis.
Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to
new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Adjusts rapidly to new situations
warranting attention and resolution.
Resilience - Deals effectively with pressure; maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and
persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks. Effectively balances personal life and
work.
Service Motivation - Creates and sustains an organizational culture which encourages others to provide
the quality of service essential to providing excellent support to staff, schools, family and community.
Enables others to acquire the tools and support they need to perform well. Shows a commitment to the
KCMSD mission and goals. Influences others toward a spirit of service and meaningful contributions to
making progress on the KCMSD vital signs.
Strategic Thinking - Formulates effective strategies consistent with the academic, social and
organizational challenges of the organization. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term
perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential stakeholder reactions or
opportunities.
Vision - Takes a long-term view and acts as a catalyst for organizational change; builds a shared vision
with others. Influences others to translate vision into action. Demonstrates a passionate belief that all
children can achieve at high levels.
LEADING PEOPLE
Conflict Management - Identifies and takes steps to prevent potential situations that could result in
unpleasant confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a positive and
constructive manner to minimize negative impact. Maintains emotional self-control in conflict situations.
Leveraging Diversity - Recruits, develops, and retains a diverse high quality workforce. Leads and
manages an inclusive workplace that maximizes the talents of each person. Ensures that equity and high
expectations for all staff and students are ingrained in all aspects of the work of the district. Respects,
understands, values and seeks out individual differences to achieve the vision and mission of the
organization. Embraces the diversity of families and community partners and looks for mechanisms to
expand the involvement of diverse community members in the work of the district. Able to lead staff in
ongoing conversations and self-reflection about race and poverty.
Integrity/Honesty - Instills mutual trust and confidence; creates a culture that fosters high standards of
ethics; behaves in a fair and ethical manner toward others, and demonstrates a sense of responsibility and
commitment to student achievement. Follows through on commitments, maintains an atmosphere of
openness and transparency.
Team Building - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward goal accomplishments. Consistently
develops and sustains cooperative working relationships. Encourages and facilitates cooperation within
the organization and with customer groups; fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, trust. Develops
leadership in others through coaching, mentoring, rewarding, and guiding employees.
III. RESULTS DRIVEN
Accountability - Assures that effective controls are developed and maintained to ensure the integrity of
the organization. Holds self and others accountable for goals and responsibilities. Can be relied upon to
ensure that projects within areas of specific responsibility are completed in a timely manner and within
budget. Monitors and evaluates plans; focuses on results and measuring attainment of outcomes. Holds
self and others accountable to put the needs of students ahead of the needs of adults in the system in
solving problems.
Customer Service - Balancing interests of a variety of stakeholders; readily readjusts priorities to respond
to pressing and changing customer demands, both internal and external. Anticipates and meets the need
of customers; maintains a high level of service; is committed to continuous improvement of services.
Decisiveness - Exercises good judgment by making sound and well-informed decisions that are data driven;
perceives the impact and implications of decisions; makes effective and timely decisions, even
when data is limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; is proactive and achievement
oriented.
Entrepreneurship - Identifies opportunities to develop and implement new processes and programs
within or outside of the organization. Is willing to take risks; initiates actions that involve a deliberate risk to
achieve a recognized benefit or advantage.
Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant
information to make logical decisions; provides solutions to individual and organizational problems.
Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations, and
policies related to specialized expertise, both educational and managerial. Is able to make sound hiring
and capital resource decisions and to address training and development needs. Understands linkages
between administrative competencies and mission needs.
BUSINESS ACUMEN
Financial Management - Demonstrates broad understanding of principles of financial management and
marketing expertise necessary to ensure appropriate funding levels. Prepares, justifies, and/or administers
the budget for the program area; uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities; monitors expenditures in
support of programs and policies. Identifies cost-effective approaches.
Human Resources Management - Assesses current and future staffing needs based on organizational
goals and budget realities. Using merit principles, ensures staff are appropriately selected, developed,
utilized, appraised, and rewarded; takes corrective action when necessary.
Technology Management - Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the
workplace and improve program effectiveness. Develops strategies using new technology to enhance
decision making. Understands the impact of technological changes on the organization.
BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATIONS
Influencing/Negotiating - Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation
from others to obtain information and accomplish goals; facilitates "win-win" situations.
Interpersonal Skills - Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of
different people in different situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with
respect.
Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; listens
effectively and clarifies information as needed; facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters an
atmosphere of open communication.
Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances both internally and externally, engages in cross functional
activities; collaborates across boundaries, and finds common ground with a widening range of
stakeholders. Utilizes contacts to build and strengthen internal and external support bases.
Political Savvy - Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization.
Approaches each problem situation with a clear perception of organizational and political reality;
recognizes the impact of alternative courses of action.
Written Communication - Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a clear, convincing and organized
manner.
Required Qualifications
Specialist Degree in Educational Administration
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience including Leadership experience in areas directly related to Pre-K-12 public education setting
Experience as a School Principal
Experience interpreting and analyzing school data
Outstanding oral and written communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, community leaders, and parents
Strong leadership, communication, and human relation skills
Expert knowledge of elementary and/or secondary curriculum
Knowledge of state/federal regulations and accreditation requirements governing public education programs
Knowledge of and skill in the use of various office applications including database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and other related applications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here 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.
This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with
hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds; visual ability requires mono and color
vision.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Length of Work Year: 12 months
Benefits: Retirement Program, Health, Dental and Life Insurance are provided.
Primary Location:
Board of Education
Salary Range:
Comm w/Educ & Exp / Per Year
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Assistant Superintendent of Schools
JOB POSTING
Job Details
Posting ID Asst Supt of Schools
Title: Assistant Superintendent of Schools
Reports to: Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF JOB: To plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate all activities in District elementary and
secondary schools. Position formulates and interprets policies and procedures and ensures compliance
with state and federal regulations. Administers a budget and supervises department personnel. To
maximize services for students in the District by performing the following duties personally or through
subordinate personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned):
Provide leadership for elementary and secondary schools.
Provides leadership and is the executive responsible for a significant increase in measurable academic
achievement for grades K-12.
Oversee school planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of elementary and secondary
schools, and ensure that program activities comply with the Court Order, District policies and Senate Bill
658.
Provide resources from all District departments to assist schools in their improvement of academics.
Reviews and monitors school improvement plans.
Interprets elementary and secondary education programs to the School Board, staff and the public.
Work closely with principals to monitor and observe classroom activities, and conference with principals
and program leaders to strengthen their leadership skills.
Work directly with central support staff and building-based staff to coordinate curriculum development,
instructional delivery, staff selection and evaluation procedures and pre-service/in service training
designed to assist classroom teachers in achieving the instructional goals of the District.
Foster the availability and suitability of programs for students with special needs as feasible and allocate
appropriate building space for programs as needed.
Work cooperatively with other cabinet and executive level staff to plan, project, develop, analyze, and
implement short-range District goals and objectives.
Assists the human resources department in determining staff allocations and with interviewing and
recommending qualified candidates for secondary education professional staff positions.
Work closely with principals and program leaders to develop a collaborative building level staff
development plan that focuses significantly on the improvement of instruction and student learning.
Provide assistance to principals assigned job targets by visiting schools weekly, observing leadership,
teacher performance, student learning, and giving feedback to improve performance. Provide resources
as appropriate to assist principals on job targets to improve leadership skills and promote professional
growth.
Prepare funding proposal; complete, monthly and quarterly financial and other reports as required by the
District, State and assist budget personnel in the resolution of budgetary/audit issues, as necessary.
Initiates and maintains effective liaisons with other school divisions and professional societies to maintain
a current knowledge in elementary and secondary education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes
CORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
These leadership competencies are expected of all Executive level staff at Kansas City Public
School District and form the basis of our performance management system for Executive level staff.
LEADING CHANGE
Continual Learning - Grasps the essence of new information; masters new technical, educational and
managerial knowledge quickly; recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development;
seeks feedback from others and opportunities to master new knowledge.
Creativity and Innovation - Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to
make organizational improvements; creates a work environment that encourages creative thinking and
innovation; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes.
External Awareness - Identifies and keeps up to date on key educational policies and trends at the
national and local level and looks for opportunities to bring best practices to PPS. Factors political, social
and economic trends that affect the organization into management strategy and plans on an ongoing
basis.
Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to
new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Adjusts rapidly to new situations
warranting attention and resolution.
Resilience - Deals effectively with pressure; maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and
persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks. Effectively balances personal life and
work.
Service Motivation - Creates and sustains an organizational culture which encourages others to provide
the quality of service essential to providing excellent support to staff, schools, family and community.
Enables others to acquire the tools and support they need to perform well. Shows a commitment to the
KCMSD mission and goals. Influences others toward a spirit of service and meaningful contributions to
making progress on the KCMSD vital signs.
Strategic Thinking - Formulates effective strategies consistent with the academic, social and
organizational challenges of the organization. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term
perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential stakeholder reactions or
opportunities.
Vision - Takes a long-term view and acts as a catalyst for organizational change; builds a shared vision
with others. Influences others to translate vision into action. Demonstrates a passionate belief that all
children can achieve at high levels.
LEADING PEOPLE
Conflict Management - Identifies and takes steps to prevent potential situations that could result in
unpleasant confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a positive and
constructive manner to minimize negative impact. Maintains emotional self-control in conflict situations.
Leveraging Diversity - Recruits, develops, and retains a diverse high quality workforce. Leads and
manages an inclusive workplace that maximizes the talents of each person. Ensures that equity and high
expectations for all staff and students are ingrained in all aspects of the work of the district. Respects,
understands, values and seeks out individual differences to achieve the vision and mission of the
organization. Embraces the diversity of families and community partners and looks for mechanisms to
expand the involvement of diverse community members in the work of the district. Able to lead staff in
ongoing conversations and self-reflection about race and poverty.
Integrity/Honesty - Instills mutual trust and confidence; creates a culture that fosters high standards of
ethics; behaves in a fair and ethical manner toward others, and demonstrates a sense of responsibility and
commitment to student achievement. Follows through on commitments, maintains an atmosphere of
openness and transparency.
Team Building - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward goal accomplishments. Consistently
develops and sustains cooperative working relationships. Encourages and facilitates cooperation within
the organization and with customer groups; fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, trust. Develops
leadership in others through coaching, mentoring, rewarding, and guiding employees.
III. RESULTS DRIVEN
Accountability - Assures that effective controls are developed and maintained to ensure the integrity of
the organization. Holds self and others accountable for goals and responsibilities. Can be relied upon to
ensure that projects within areas of specific responsibility are completed in a timely manner and within
budget. Monitors and evaluates plans; focuses on results and measuring attainment of outcomes. Holds
self and others accountable to put the needs of students ahead of the needs of adults in the system in
solving problems.
Customer Service - Balancing interests of a variety of stakeholders; readily readjusts priorities to respond
to pressing and changing customer demands, both internal and external. Anticipates and meets the need
of customers; maintains a high level of service; is committed to continuous improvement of services.
Decisiveness - Exercises good judgment by making sound and well-informed decisions that are data driven;
perceives the impact and implications of decisions; makes effective and timely decisions, even
when data is limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; is proactive and achievement
oriented.
Entrepreneurship - Identifies opportunities to develop and implement new processes and programs
within or outside of the organization. Is willing to take risks; initiates actions that involve a deliberate risk to
achieve a recognized benefit or advantage.
Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant
information to make logical decisions; provides solutions to individual and organizational problems.
Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations, and
policies related to specialized expertise, both educational and managerial. Is able to make sound hiring
and capital resource decisions and to address training and development needs. Understands linkages
between administrative competencies and mission needs.
BUSINESS ACUMEN
Financial Management - Demonstrates broad understanding of principles of financial management and
marketing expertise necessary to ensure appropriate funding levels. Prepares, justifies, and/or administers
the budget for the program area; uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities; monitors expenditures in
support of programs and policies. Identifies cost-effective approaches.
Human Resources Management - Assesses current and future staffing needs based on organizational
goals and budget realities. Using merit principles, ensures staff are appropriately selected, developed,
utilized, appraised, and rewarded; takes corrective action when necessary.
Technology Management - Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the
workplace and improve program effectiveness. Develops strategies using new technology to enhance
decision making. Understands the impact of technological changes on the organization.
BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATIONS
Influencing/Negotiating - Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation
from others to obtain information and accomplish goals; facilitates "win-win" situations.
Interpersonal Skills - Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of
different people in different situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with
respect.
Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; listens
effectively and clarifies information as needed; facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters an
atmosphere of open communication.
Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances both internally and externally, engages in cross functional
activities; collaborates across boundaries, and finds common ground with a widening range of
stakeholders. Utilizes contacts to build and strengthen internal and external support bases.
Political Savvy - Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization.
Approaches each problem situation with a clear perception of organizational and political reality;
recognizes the impact of alternative courses of action.
Written Communication - Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a clear, convincing and organized
manner.
Required Qualifications
Specialist Degree in Educational Administration
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience including Leadership experience in areas directly related to Pre-K-12 public education setting
Experience as a School Principal
Experience interpreting and analyzing school data
Outstanding oral and written communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, community leaders, and parents
Strong leadership, communication, and human relation skills
Expert knowledge of elementary and/or secondary curriculum
Knowledge of state/federal regulations and accreditation requirements governing public education programs
Knowledge of and skill in the use of various office applications including database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and other related applications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here 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.
This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with
hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds; visual ability requires mono and color
vision.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Length of Work Year: 12 months
Benefits: Retirement Program, Health, Dental and Life Insurance are provided.
Primary Location:
Board of Education
Salary Range:
Comm w/Educ & Exp / Per Year
Shift Type:
Full-Time
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