Assistant Director of Learning and Achievement (2 Positions-1 Elementary and 1 Secondary)
Osseo Area Schools
- Minnesota
- $124,531-144,366 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
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- Coordinate ongoing review of district curriculum, programs and services to assess effectiveness and alignment with the strategic plan.
- Facilitate curriculum development that aligns with the district plan for school improvement.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum for improvement of instruction to produce equitable student achievement.
- Ensure an equity lens in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and professional development by collaborating with others in the teaching and learning department and other interested parties.
- Research new programs, practices, or strategies that will benefit the teaching and learning process and implement for continuous improvement.
- Develop and communicate requirements for each phase of the program improvement process and assure implementation.
- Coordinate program needs and services with other district divisions and departments.
- Collaborating with school administrators to review achievement data and support improvement efforts with a focus on ensuring a strong Minnesota MTSS framework is established across all sites.
- Direct establishment of standards for new course proposals and manage the new course approval process.
- Supervise implementation of the program improvement process, including implementation of advisory teams, and other work groups.
- Advise the Director of Learning and Achievement regarding issues and communication needs related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, research, data and the Minnesota Academic Standards.
- Establish mechanisms for communication related to curriculum, instruction, educational standards, research and data use for staff, students, and community members.
- Design, communicate, evaluate, and annually revise a comprehensive plan for implementation of the Minnesota Academic Standards.
- Design and facilitate processes related to the Minnesota Academic Standards, including the District Parent Advisory Council.
- Develop and distribute communication tools and documents related to the Minnesota Academic Standards.
- Coordinate, allocate and monitor department budgets.
- Annually recommend allocation of program improvement funds to the Director of Learning and Achievement
- Recommend for employment, and coordinate hiring licensed and non-licensed staff ensuring alignment to our district goals of recruitment and retention.
- Supervise coordinators within the department.
- Supervise the planning and development of program improvement in all areas of data, curriculum and instruction.
- Initiate and direct professional development activities in order to bring about increases in the competencies of instructional personnel.
- Coordinate coherent, differentiated professional learning opportunities for all staff, including, but not limited to Learning and Achievement staff, Site Leaders, teachers and education support professionals (ESPs).
- Through collaboration with coordinators, ensure consistency and professional learning opportunities for staff in all departments.
- Establish mechanisms for communication related to curriculum, assessment, and accountability for staff, students, and community members.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with other districts, professional organizations, and the State in relation to curriculum, assessment, and accountability.
- Maintain and promote open communication and collaboration with all segments of the school community.
- Respond to individuals with questions or concerns.
- Keep school administration, staff, and community members informed of the accomplishments, improvement areas and the needs of schools and programs.
- Translate data analysis into language that staff, parents, and community members can understand.
- Collaborate with staff, community, and the Minnesota Department of Education on problems and issues of mutual interest.
- Serve on district, state, and professional committees as appointed.
- Present at school board meetings and work sessions.
- Develop and disseminate information to the public through the district Vision Cards, written reports, presentations, graphic organizers, infographics, and other means.
- Respond to an external request for curriculum, assessment or program information.
- Coordinate responses to external requests for data, including civil rights data collection.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
- Collaborate and provide leadership for projects that integrate various district departments and/or outside agencies. This includes committees, joint work groups, and action teams.
- Provide leadership for collaboration among Learning and Achievement staff members to develop and implement a coherent curriculum and related professional learning opportunities.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
- Perform other duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
- Knowledge of the mission, core values, and strategies of Osseo Area Schools.
- Knowledge of programmatic improvement processes including research, development, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of laws, state mandates, regulations and procedures related to areas of responsibility.
- Understanding of culturally responsive administrative and teaching practices.
- Knowledge and understanding of budgeting and revenue sources and ability to recommend budgets based on system needs.
- Ability to collect, organize and report data required by the Minnesota Department of Education.
- Master's degree in educational field and/or cognitive science or related field.
- Minnesota K-12 principal license required.
- Significant experience serving in district or building leadership position(s).
- Two years supervisory experience required. Five years of supervisory experience preferred.
- The attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self-directed, responsible, problem solver and skilled communicator.
- The ability to examine new approaches and methods, initiate action and render recommendations.
- The ability to involve others in planning, decision-making and continuous improvement.
- The ability to lead and encourage a team of individuals to reach established strategic objectives.
- The ability to work effectively with parents, community groups in diverse local, regional and state agencies.
Bargaining unit:
Desired start date: July 1, 2024Osseo Area Schools offers:
- Meaningful and impactful work
- Opportunities to grow professionally
- A variety of benefits
- and more
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, color, marital status, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the
Veteran's Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org or call 763-391-7007.Background Check Process Upon Conditional Offer:Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.