POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Director of Curriculum and Instruction,the Instructional Supervisor–Mathematics K-5 coordinates all facets of curriculum and program
evaluation for the grade levels K-5
Mathematics programs.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Supervising
all facets of program planning and development and associated budgets
(including grants) for the Mathematics office, including identification of
program priorities in the Quality Schools Program Strategic Plan for
Mathematics K-5, facilitation of major workshops and meetings, and provision of
oversight to monitor operations;
Coordinating
all facets of curriculum development and program evaluation for the K-5 Mathematics
programs;
Supporting
all facets of personnel management for the K-5 Mathematics program by providing
ongoing input concerning quality of staff performance, and developing programs
of study to upgrade the skills and knowledge base of the K-5 Mathematics
teaching staff;
Developing
and implementing systemic, program-specific, and school-based programs of staff
development in all aspects of the Mathematics program including training
design, delivery, and evaluation;
Providing leadership
in all phases
and facets of
administrative operations for
the K-5 Mathematics program;
Coordinating
the review, approval, acquisition, and distribution of appropriate equipment,
materials and print and non-print resources to support all facets of
Mathematics program planning, development, and implementation;
Serving
as school system spokesperson for parent and community groups and stakeholders
to articulate relevant facets of Mathematics program operations;
Providing
ongoing interaction and articulation within and across the Department of
Curriculum and Instruction, other departments and divisions, and at the
systemic level, emphasizing strategic planning and problem solving related to the
state standards; and
Performs
other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Demonstrated administrative skills;
sound knowledge, skill
and understanding related
to the major
content area assigned;
Demonstrated
public speaking and human relations skills; demonstrated expertise in writing
and administering grants;
Full
knowledge of current trends in Mathematics education, including constructivist
pedagogy, performance-based assessment, instructional materials and design of
Mathematics facilities;
Demonstrated
competence in developing and leading staff development sessions for teachers,
principals and parents;
Knowledge
of state standards, benchmarks and alternative assessments, K-5;
Experience
and expertise in personnel and program evaluation;
Extensive
expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional
development programs and initiatives;
Excellent
written and oral communication and technology skills; and
Extensive
experience in the area of budget development and fiscal management.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or
university, preferably Curriculum and Instruction, and five (5) years
successful experience teaching
mathematics at the elementary level required.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Professional
Certificate; Certification in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) and
Administrator I certification required; Administrator II certification
preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in overseeing and providing
guidance to the unit staff/teachers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.