Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources 

Fairfax County Public Schools - Fairfax, Virginia

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), one of the largest school divisions in the U.S. is seeking a proven leader to serve as the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. FCPS, located in the Washington, DC region, serves a diverse student population of nearly 183,000 students in grades prekindergarten through 12. FCPS students and families come from all over the world and speak over 200 languages. FCPS, is one of the largest employers in Virginia, has 25,175 full-time employees and an operating budget of over $3.5 billion.

Description:

Plans, directs, manages, and evaluates FCPS Department of Human Resources programs, services, and personnel to include the offices responsible for recruitment and staffing, licensure, employee performance, employee relations, salary administration, position classification and organizational development, and employee recognition and retention; sets a strategic framework on behalf of and in collaboration with the Chief Human Resources Officer; serves as liaison between the School Board, employee associations, and advisories, community groups, and the Department of Human Resources.

Required:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources, psychology, or a closely related field.

• Eight (8) years of experience in human resources management or a related field, some of which shall have been in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

• Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum education requirement may be considered for some experience.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public school system policies and human resources programs.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to the FCPS human resources programs.

• Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources necessary to carry out the diverse functions and programs of the department.

• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with school and department-based personnel, officials, and citizens.

• Ability to think strategically.

• Ability to plan, formulate, and execute policies and programs.

• Ability to explain and interpret FCPS regulations, policies, and rules to individuals and groups in order to gain compliance, cooperation, and understanding.

• Ability to analyze a variety of administrative, operational, and fiscal problems and make sound recommendations for solutions.

• Ability to establish effective cooperative working relationships with officials, including the ability to develop consensus that accommodates conflicting interests and viewpoints.

• Ability to create an organizational culture of client-centered service.

• Ability to manage a large staff through subordinates.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Salary Range: $167,820 - $269,575

Interested candidates should apply online here

Equal Opportunity Employer

Assistant Superintendent of Academics

Liberal USD 480 - Liberal, Kansas

Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations

Westwood ISD - Palestine, Texas

Assistant Superintendent

Wyoming City Schools - Wyoming, Ohio

Assistant Superintendent

West Chester Area School District - West Chester, Pennsylvania

The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) seeks an outstanding educational leader to apply to be its new assistant superintendent of secondary schools. The board, superintendent, staff and community are looking for a seasoned educational leader with a proven track record of academic performance and innovation in the secondary environment.

The West Chester Area School District serves a 75-square-mile suburban, urban and rural region in central Chester County, Pennsylvania, known for its many diversified businesses and beautiful historic countryside. The district is comprised of West Chester Borough and the surrounding townships of East Goshen, West Goshen, East Bradford, West Whiteland, Westtown and Thornbury in Chester County, as well as Thornbury Township in Delaware County. The district, which is one of the highest-performing school districts in the commonwealth, serves a diverse population of learners and has a total student population of more than 12,000 students with three high schools and three middle schools.

The WCASD is offering a multiyear contract that features a regionally competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must possess a Pennsylvania Superintendent Letter of Eligibility and experience as a high school or middle school principal or have significant district- level leadership experience. The target date for employment is July 1, 2024. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2024, and the review process and interviews will begin shortly thereafter.

Salary range: $210,000 to $225,000

All contacts regarding this position should be directed to the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Letter of interest and resume should be sent to: Dr. George F. Fiore, Executive Director, Chester County Intermediate Unit, 455 Boot Road, Downingtown, PA 19335, or emailed to WCASDAsstSupt@cciu.org. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

Assistant Superintendent of Academics
Williston Basin School District #7 – Williston, North Dakota

Williston Basin School District #7 located in Williston, North Dakota, seeks an individual with visionary leadership and strong administrative skills to serve as the Assistant Superintendent of Academics in a district of 5,000 students. The salary will be in the range of $175,000 with a comprehensive benefit package. The final salary for the successful candidate will be negotiated and determined based upon proven experience, qualifications and meeting Board criteria.

Interested candidates may apply online at https://rayassoc.com/job-details.php?ID=674

Ph: 319/393-3115

E-mail: kathy@rayassoc.com

Application Deadline: February 4, 2024

Please do not contact the Board or District directly.

  Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

Woodland School District 50 - Gurnee, Illinois

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer.  We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve.
 
If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team!  Minority candidates encouraged to apply.


Position Title:                   Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in this posting. 
 
Position Type:               Administration  
 
Date Posted:                 October 30, 2023
 
Location:                        Educational Support Center
 
Date Available:             When Filled

PRIMARY FUNCTION:   Leads curriculum, instruction and assessment for the district through the lens of equity and inclusion.  Responsible for facilitating student differentiated services including Dual Language, English as a Second Language, and advanced and challenge courses.  Facilitates the full capacity of staff through professional development, evaluation and onboarding of new teachers and support staff. Supervises the leadership of technology and innovation. Fulfills federal and state requirements in the above areas and when necessary, completes all grants,  applications, and reporting. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. License:  Illinois Professional Educator License with endorsement in General Administrative Superintendent endorsement preferred. 
   A.  Required – Masters of Education in Administration and Supervision or Masters of Education in an area of curriculum, instruction or assessment.
   B.  Preferred – Educational Doctorate or Doctor of Philosophy in the areas of administration and supervision, curriculum, instruction or assessment.

2. Experience: 
   A.  Required – Ten (10) years of successful public school district level leadership experience, which includes three (3) years of leadership at the school level. Proven experience leading other administrators. Illinois Qualified Teacher and Principal Evaluator.
    B.  Preferred – Ten (10) years of leadership in a district level teaching and learning/curriculum and instruction department.  Proven experience leading other administrators. Illinois Qualified Teacher and Principal Evaluator.        
   

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership and Vision through Equity 

• Lead the research and evaluation necessary to determine and improve types of programs needed by the students, staff and schools and makes appropriate recommendations to the Superintendent.

• Guide district personnel to educational excellence with equity for all, by endeavoring to provide highly effective teaching and learning options for students from every background.

• Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.

• Provides for continuous evaluation and assessment of the district’s curricular and instructional programs in order to measure their effectiveness and make changes to enhance their impact on student learning.

• Serves on external committees and boards to support the academic programs and mission of the district and gather information on visions and effective applications in education.

• Remains abreast of developments and innovations in the field by reading current literature, attending professional society and association meetings and conferences, and discussing developments and problems of mutual interest with others in the field.

• Evaluates district leaders as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Keeps informed of and interprets all laws, regulations, statutes, rules and policies affecting the educational services of the district.

• Leads the Equity Leaders and equity work in the district. 

Programs and Federal and State Compliance

• Studies all federal and state legislation regarding student achievement and ensures district and school compliance in the areas of services and activities including Elementary and Secondary Education Act and Illinois School and Administrative Code requirements).

• Assumes final responsibility for the writing of all proposals, the filing of all applications and the reporting requirements for federal and state monies.

• Evaluates all federally and state funded projects in operation in the district on a regular basis.

• Compiles and maintains written records and reports on results of all federal projects, and disseminates this information, as appropriate, to other educational institutions, the Illinois State Board of Education and the U.S. Department of Education.

• Performs, or assigns as appropriate, the duties of the District’s Title I, Title II and Title III director and other state or federal mandated programs.

• Supervises the Director of Language Acquisition who serves as the state mandated District Bilingual and ESL Director.

• Supervises all high ability student programming including identification of students, coordination and training of staff and communication with parents.

• Reports on the status of District programs and services at the request of the Superintendent.

 
Curriculum

• Provides leadership in curriculum planning and professional development.

• Provides leadership to facilitate understanding and promote the educational goals of the district.

• Studies, evaluates, and recommends adoption of new instructional materials, methods, and programs, and assists in budget preparation for newly approved instructional programs as related to instructional supplies, equipment, and materials.

• Support the development of curriculum and the purchasing of resources to support the wide range of identities of students in the district.

• Coordinates all formal efforts of the certified staff in projects of curriculum and instruction improvement.

• Works with administrators, Equity Leaders, specialists, curriculum coordinators and teacher committees in organizing and coordinating grade level and departmental meetings, in order to effect horizontal and vertical continuity and articulation of the curriculum and instructional programs throughout the district.

• Communicates the approved curriculum to the certified staff and maintains a list of approved instructional materials.

• Supports the instructional technology vision of Woodland that supports teaching and student learning at all levels through software selection, professional development and delivery, and other district-wide technology planning and policy development as needed.

• Supports the Equity Leaders and other curricular leaders in their work to facilitate the integration of equity into curriculum.

 
Instruction

• Provides guidance to and works collaboratively with staff members in the planning, administration and evaluation of professional development activities.

• Works with principals in the improvement of individual staff competencies to reflect instructional best practices.

• Collaboratively works with principals and staff on best practice and effective evaluation techniques to improve the instruction provided in the district.  When needed provides training to all staff in the improvement of instructional techniques.

• Facilitates instructional methods which reflect the needs of the diverse student enrollment through capacity-building activities.

 
Assessment

• Assumes responsibility for reviewing and evaluation results of District-wide testing programs, and for other evaluative measures used by the schools.

• Develops, implements, interprets, and communicates the results of the district’s testing program to the entire school staff, to the Board, and to other interested parties.

• Reviews assessment data to determine equity gaps and develops plans to reduce gaps in student achievement.  

 
Support Staff Professional Development

• Works in collaboration with school administration and department leaders to determine professional development/training for all Support Staff.

• Ensures that Directors and school administration facilitate the development of Support Staff throughout the district.

• Supports school administration and department leaders in conducting quarterly new hire orientation sessions for all Support Staff as requested.

 
Administration

• Supervises all departmental personnel as assigned.

• Assists in the recruitment, screening and employment, training, assignment of instructional personnel.

• Prepares drafts of needed Board policies, administrative rules and status reports for the Superintendent’s review and action.

• Assists in the development and coordination of the sections of the budget that pertain to curriculum and instruction.

• Works collaboratively with the schools and other departments in integrating and coordinating individual and collective efforts into a unified program for the district.

• Studies federal legislation, projects and programs for the possibilities and opportunities they offer for educational grants, entitlements and allocations relevant to the needs of the district.

 
OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Planning and Preparation – Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy, student needs, and available resources.  Effectively breaks down large organizational issues into attainable elements.  Manages the multitude of expectations in the role.

• Communication – Fosters an environment of respect and collegial rapport.  Supports the leadership team in effectively communicating the plans, actions and programs related to curriculum, instruction and assessment.   

• Leadership – Collaborates with staff, students, parents, community members and local and national educational leaders at all levels to build the best possible solutions to the complex challenges of the district. 

• Professional Responsibility – Reflects on professional practice independently.  Determines areas of professional needs and develops solutions to increase capacity. 

 
Technical:       Uses digital tools including state systems, school district management tools and general office productivity tools, for example, district email system, Google platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and the district’s attendance system.
 
Interpersonal: Works collaboratively with a team, makes difficult decisions that impact the district, works respectfully with students, parents, staff, and administration.  Communicates effectively with students, parents and staff.  Exhibits reasonableness in dealing with people. Possesses strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.  Develops and maintains positive relationships with staff, parents, students, businesses and community.  Cope with deadline pressures; works harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc.; and follows directives given by Administration. Must also be a creative problem solver; and empathetic, humanistic and open-minded.
 
 
DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.

2. Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.

3. Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.

4. Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.

5. Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.

6. Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.

7. Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the district, in a courteous and professional manner.

8.  Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.

9. Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.

10. Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.

11. Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
 
Manual Dexterity:       Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.
 
Physical Effort:           Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.
 
Working Conditions:  Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist.  Must be able to travel to other district buildings and conferences.  Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed.
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:      Full-time position, 260-Days, Exempt Status
 
SALARY RANGE:                      Salary and benefits established by the Board of Education
 
EVALUATION:                            Conducted yearly     

HOW TO APPLY:  External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application.
 
All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting: 
 
CONTACT PERSON:
            Mr. Robert Machak
            Superintendent of Schools
            rmachak@dist50.net
            (847) 596-5603

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  When filled
 
Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories.  The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the Districts Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.

Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement

Framingham Public Schools - Framingham, Massachusetts

The Superintendent of Framingham Public Schools invites highly qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement. 

With almost 9,800 students, Framingham Public Schools is comprised of nine (9) elementary schools, three (3) middle schools, and a high school. The District also takes pride in its preschool program and an alternative high school.   Framingham Public Schools house a committed faculty and staff; with 1,076 teachers, 256 paraprofessionals, and 950 support staff personnel, Framingham aims to ensure a unified approach and dedication to excellence in teaching all students. FPS is committed to excellence for all students. The mission statement guides the work: Through a comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in our rich and diverse community. FPS and the community stand united in core values: Providing a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive teaching and learning environment; Engaging antiracist and responsible civic advocates; Respecting diversity of thought, learners, cultures, and community; Fostering learning and healthy growth of all students and staff; Ensuring every school will be an active, participatory, equitable community.

Diversity among teachers undoubtedly advances the academic achievement of students. As a district, Framingham Public Schools is committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity of its students, remaining culturally proficient and inclusive in order to live, learn, and work together in a vibrant and diverse world. To that end, the district wishes to reflect the diverse community it serves by embracing the individual skills, perspectives, and experiences its people bring to the workplace and harnessing these for high performance and improved service delivery. Framingham Public Schools seeks to retain the diverse talent in its workforce and support its people to maintain a long and productive working career.

The Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement works closely with the district’s various stakeholders and is responsible for prioritizing and operationalizing initiatives, especially those dealing with curriculum, faculty hiring, staff recruiting and retention. This individual is responsible for guiding efforts and creating opportunities to define, assess, and promote diversity, equity and inclusion, educational and employment opportunities, and cultural fluency. This outstanding leader oversees and develops the District’s collaboration with businesses, community organizations, and post-secondary school partnerships. The Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement ensures legal compliance with state and federal laws as they pertain to student discipline and well-being, interacts with parents when issues arise.

For more information about the district and the position, please visit the district website at: https://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/

Desired Qualifications: This leader must be able to demonstrate excellence in supervision and administration of personnel and programs in a school setting, particularly in communities challenged by high levels of poverty and cultural diversity. A thorough knowledge of techniques of staff development, learning and family systems, as well as of family and community engagement frameworks, is essential.  The candidate should have evidence of successful experience in strategic planning, goal development, and budgeting, as well as expertise in identifying, collecting, and analyzing data necessary to assess institutional climate and develop key strategies. Experience in working with businesses to bring additional funding resources to the District is preferred. A Master’s Degree in an educational discipline from an accredited college or university is required, as is a current and valid MA DESE license as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent; a doctoral degree is preferred. 

Framingham Public Schools will offer a competitive contract and salary in the range of $155,000 to $175,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with a generous benefits package.

For more information, please contact: Dr. Anthony Bent; Framingham Assistant Superintendent of Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement Search; NESDEC; 28 Lord Road; Marlborough, MA 01752; Phone: 508-481-9444, Email: search@nesdec.org

To access the application, please visit https://www.applitrack.com/nesdec/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?AppliTrackJobId=249&FromAdmin=True

The deadline for submitting applications is November 28, 2023. Preliminary interviews are planned to begin on December 11. The start date for this position is early 2024 as mutually determined.

Assistant Superintendents of Schools

Poudre School District - Northern Colorado

Assistant Superintendent

Lane Education Service District- Eugene, Oregon

Lane Education Service District  (aka Lane ESD) seeks an exceptional educational leader who will help continue to shape an inclusive organizational culture aligned with our equity-focused strategic plan. Serving as a member of the Superintendent’s executive team, our new Assistant Superintendent will play a vital role in ensuring high levels of collaboration amongst and between departments, effectively communicating with all stakeholders to prioritize services to children and their families, community partners, and our component school districts. They will be instrumental in helping Lane ESD ensure program resources and improvement efforts are aligned to meet our established commitments in our Local Service Plan (LSP).

The mission of education service districts is to respond to the unique needs of their local school districts and communities by offering a broad spectrum of solutions to achieve Oregon’s educational goal of equitable, high quality, cost-effective and locally responsive educational services to all students. Lane ESD serves over 52,000 students in 16 school districts in the Willamette valley. We partner with our school districts, Pre-K organizations, local community colleges and universities, and other community agencies to accomplish our vision of building a beloved community of learners while promoting a culture of respect, community engagement, and equity-mindedness for our staff.

Lane ESD is located in one of the nation’s great college towns:  Eugene, Oregon.  Located in the beautiful south Willamette Valley with easy access to the mountains or the coast, Eugene and its sister city, Springfield, offer a variety of indoor and outdoor opportunities for culture, recreation, fun and relaxation.  Eugene, also known as Track Town, USA, is home to the University of Oregon, Bushnell University, and Lane Community College.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned educator with a strong service orientation. Candidates who share Lane ESD’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for students, and staff are encouraged to apply.

Salary range is from $138,000 to $150,000 (2022-23 salary schedule) and bilingual/bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply. Our vacancy is open through April 14, 2023 and our new teammate will begin July 1, 2023.  To apply, please click here. For inquiries, please reach out in confidence to Robyn Bean.

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

City School District of New Rochelle - New Rochelle, New York

The City School District of New Rochelle is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Role: To provide effective administration and management of the certified and noninstructional personnel areas of the District, and to develop a climate in which optimum staff performance and morale are maintained.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Assure compliance with State and Federal laws pertaining to education, Commissioner's Regulations, Board of Education policies, regulations of the Superintendent, and requirements of negotiated contracts with District employees.

● Establish, maintain, and supervise the pedagogic recruitment program for the School District.

● Supervise the evaluation process of all pedagogic personnel and prepare tenure recommendations for review by the Superintendent of Schools.

● Advise and consult with the Superintendent of Schools on appointments and continuing service of professional personnel.

● Evaluate prior service credit and experience for salary placement prior to recommendation for appointment.

● Supervise and maintain all personnel records of the District's pedagogic employees, including certification, attendance, and in-service training.

● Provide advice regarding certification of professional personnel and maintain District liaison with certificating agencies.

● Recruit non-instructional personnel and assist supervisors in the selection process.

● Maintain and supervise the non-instructional personnel operation for the School District.

● Process and advise on requests for leaves and transfers of assignment from non-instructional personnel.

● Assist in the development of non-instructional job descriptions, classifications and organization of line and staff responsibilities.

● Assist administrative and supervisory personnel in interpreting the agreement between the School District and the representative units, and advise on proper maintenance of the various sections and sub-sections of the agreement.

● Advise the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools on procedures and proposals for negotiations with the representative units of the School District when requested.

● Advise on the proposals presented during negotiations.

● Participate as a representative of the Superintendent of Schools in such legal proceedings as may be involved in the relationships with the several representative units in the School District.

● Maintain continuing personnel liaison with the schools of the District and the staff of the schools so that the best interests of the District may be served.

● Supervise the District staff benefits program.

● Prepare reports/studies related to the personnel area when requested by the Superintendent.

● Attend meetings of the Board of Education; serve as a resource person when necessary.

● Perform such other responsibilities as may be requested by the Superintendent of Schools and authorized by law.

Requirements:

● A minimum of a Master’s degree in Education or a closely related field at the time of application

● New York State School District Administrator (SDA) or New York State School District Leader (SDL) certificate at the time of application.

● At least five (5) years of successful District Level Human Resources experience in a public school setting.

Application Deadline: 4/21/2023

Start Date: 7/1/2023

EOE: Minority candidates are encouraged to apply Please do not send resumes to Human Resources: They will not be accepted.

All applications should be submitted via www.olasjobs.org

Assistant Superintendent

Albemarle County School District - Albemarle County, Virginia

Apply to www.macnjake.com  

The Albemarle County School District, Albemarle County, Virginia, is seeking a highly qualified Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. The Albemarle County School District wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position on or before July 1, 2023.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist Albemarle County School District in identifying and screening the candidates.

Enrollment: 13,500 students

Location: Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia– which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.

Albemarle County Public Schools

Albemarle County Public Schools is committed to providing all students the opportunity to learn from talented, diverse educators who represent the many cultures and experiences of our community. We seek to hire leaders who demonstrate the ability to work with culturally diverse students, staff, and families, who see themselves as lifelong learners – always willing to learn new skills to best meet the ever-changing needs of our students, staff, and school community.

In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work to build school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. ACPS is the first school division in the state of Virginia to adopt an anti-racism policy. Our strategic plan, Learning for All, guides our work. 

We seek highly effective leaders who are able to help us achieve our Mission: Working together as a team, we will end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student.

Currently, ACPS is undergoing an audit of our instructional practices through a partnership with Bellweather. Through this audit, we are focused on the essential question:

Why are pass rates for ACPS students of color on the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) for K-5 reading, K-5 math, and high school Algebra I lower than the averages for other students of color in the state and lower than their peers in other demographic groups in ACPS? The new Assistant Superintendent for Instruction will be charged with leading implementation of the audit’s recommendations.

The Position

The candidate must have the appropriate Virginia certification and the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership.

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: 

The Assistant Superintendent for Instruction provides leadership and coordination for Pre-K - 12 curricular, assessment, and instructional programs. This Superintendent’s Cabinet Level position oversees all instructional programming as well as programming for Special Education and Student Services, Federal Programs (Title 1, ESOL and World Languages, Homeless, Migrant), Intervention, and Home School. This position ensures full implementation of the division's curriculum, assessment, and instruction model leading to the accomplishment of the ACPS Strategic Plan, Learning for All, and alignment with the key levers of the Virginia Standards of Learning, ACPS Framework for Quality Learning, Professional Learning Community model, and Educator Performance Appraisal. This position ensures full implementation of the division’s Instructional Coaching model.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates and implements curriculum and instructional decisions that support the successful achievement of the instructional goals of the Virginia Standards of Learning, the Division Strategic Plan including the Goals, Vision, and Mission of the School Division, and the School Board/Superintendent Priorities;

• Establishes and monitors standards of performance for the evaluation of student progress and directs continuous evaluation of the instructional programs based upon student performance trend data;

• Coordinate and collaborate with Superintendent’s Cabinet members to implement and sustain the educational enterprise of ACPS;

• Monitors effective implementation of curricula, assessment, and instruction in all schools;

• Oversees the development of all division-level curricular unit frameworks and common assessments;

• Collaborates on an ongoing basis with the Director of Professional Development to ensure alignment with key instructional strategies and programming;

• Collaborates directly with principals regarding staffing standards and expectations of structures and scheduling.

• Supervises multiple directors in the Office of Instruction;

• Oversees the selection of learning resources for division adoption;

• Works collaboratively with Department of Accountability, Research, and Technology in the development and monitoring of division-level assessments and benchmarks;

• Provides leadership for school-based instructional coaching programming that provides content-specific, technological, and pedagogical support for teachers;

• Leads division initiatives to improve student achievement within all student membership groups;

• Conducts ongoing evaluations of the instructional programs with appropriate reports to the Superintendent.

• Provides leadership for intervention services that are coordinated across the school division;

• Oversees and assists in the development of federal program grants that comply with federal mandates

• Ensures that federal program regulations are monitored and managed;

• Manages and monitors all federal program monies;

• Identifies, recommends, and monitors division-level funds for instructional programs;

• Coordinates and reviews state reports;

• Serves as the division’s administrative representative to appropriate curriculum, assessment and instruction organizations

• Assists in the creation of school board agenda items and the development of school board agendas;

• Works regularly with the School Board in area of assignment;

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited graduate program with emphasis in curriculum and instruction required; Doctorate degree in school administration, curriculum and instruction or a related field preferred. Minimum of 10 years of successful teaching and administrative experience, with leadership experiences in increasingly responsible roles in education. Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with endorsement in Administration and Supervision PK-12. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be appropriate and acceptable will be considered.

Search Timeline:

• Closing date for applications: April 13, 2023

• Albemarle County School District selects finalists to interview: April 21, 2023

• Interviews with the Albemarle County School District: late April 2023

• Selection of new Assistant Superintendent: early May 2023

• Appoint new Assistant Superintendent: mid-May 2023

• Start date: July 1, 2023

Contact information:

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St., Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com

School Website: http://www.k12albemarle.org

Consultant:    Dr. Barry Carroll      b_carroll@macnjake.com

Albemarle County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.

Assistant to the Superintendent

School District of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Enrollment is approximately 10,200, Grades PreK-12
Annual budget: $264 million
Appointment on or about March 1, 2023
Salary Range:  $165,000-185,000, depending on experience

The School District of Lancaster is a leader in urban education in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Serving more than 10,000 students, the district is known for its rich diversity and dedicated faculty and staff.

SDoL provides a comprehensive educational program for Grades PreK-12. The district is home to 22 schools: 12 elementary schools providing full-day Pre-K and Kindergarten through Grade 5, four middle schools for Grades 6 through 8, one K-8 building, McCaskey High School Campus, which is comprised of two buildings, J.P. McCaskey and McCaskey East, Cyber Pathways Academy, a fully online K-12 program, and Full Circle Learning, an innovative hybrid program for students in Grades 1-4. District students are also served through alternative programs, including the DASH Program, Phoenix Academy, Buehrle Academy, Lancaster County Prison and Youth Intervention Center (YIC). The student population is diverse and global, including 60% Hispanic students, 17% African-American or Black, 13% Caucasian, and nearly 10% Asian or other ethnicities. Nearly one in five students is an English Language Learner and/or a student who receives Special Education services. Additionally, students speak more than 50 different native languages.

SDoL is proud to offer the IB Diploma Programme and six Career and Technical Education Programs at McCaskey High School. McCaskey Campus, the four middle schools, and our one K-8 school are candidates for the IB Middle Years Programme for Grades 6-10. The district has implemented a full one-to-one instructional technology program, meaning each student in Kindergarten through Grade 12 receives an iPad or other device for learning throughout the year.

SDoL schools are the cornerstone of a great community. Lancaster City has become known as a premier destination for its cultural, historical, and entertainment attractions and is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s “Best Places to Live.” SDoL’s curriculum benefits immensely from the city’s cultural assets. It is one of the many reasons SDoL has been named one of the Best Communities for Music Education for the past 12 years.

The mission of the School District of Lancaster is simple: “To ensure every child receives an excellent education.” And we believe—together we can!

Job Goal:   To ensure the district meets its goals and objectives by promoting instructional alignment and school effectiveness

Supervises: Director of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment; Directors of School Leadership; Director of Special Education; Director of Student Services

Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, educational administration, or a related field, PA letter of eligibility, university transcripts, all required clearances, current Act 24, three (3) current letters of recommendation, application, cover letter, and resume.

Submit application materials to Mr. Flip Steinour, COO, Lancaster-Lebanon IU13, 1020 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601, or electronically at flip_steinour@iu13.org. EOE.

Application Deadline: January 6, 2023.

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