Executive Director, Literacy and Humanities

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL JOB TITLE : Executive Director, Literacy and Humanities REPORTS TO : Chief Academic Officer DEFINITION : Provides leadership in the design, development, selection, and implementation of literacy and humanities curricula, including related professional learning, aligned to the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future . Ensures that instructional materials and resources address and support the systemwide goals, initiatives, and priorities. Identify and coordinate the implementation of measurement indicators to evaluate the quality of curriculum, effectiveness of implementation, efficacy of professional learning, and student outcomes. Performs additional duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

• Provides leadership in the design, development, selection, and implementation of literacy and humanities (i.e., social studies, foreign languages) curricula, aligned to the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future .
• Lead and coordinate the evaluation, selection, and implementation of high-quality literacy and humanities curricula, textbooks, supplemental materials, and software to support the core instructional program, as well as tiered and differentiated instruction.
• Provides leadership, direction, and oversight for the development of instructional procedures, processes, and Superintendent Rules, aligned with Board of Education Policies, including, but not limited to, grading and reporting, management of assessment protocols, and evaluation of assessment validity and reliability.
• Collaborates with leaders of schools and programs to ensure that instructional practices and service models are aligned with research, regulations, and policies through classroom observations and the facilitation of professional learning.
• Identifies professional learning needs and plans and coordinates systemwide training on effective, research-based instructional practices and pedagogy and evaluates the efficacy of the professional learning to identify next steps.
• Directs the usage of the operating budget and federal and state funds equitably to positively impact learning opportunities. Prepares an annual department operating budget with supporting data necessary for clarification to the superintendent and the Board of Education. Oversees management of financial accounts and expenditures.
• Demonstrates leadership in the understanding of assessment administration, data analysis and subsequent instructional implications. Experienced with program and instructional evaluation methods.
• Collaborates with all content offices to ensure the integration of instructional content and concepts and with the Departments of Multilingual Achievement and Special Education to ensure all students have equitable access to high-quality literacy and humanities curricula.
• Hires, coaches, observes, and evaluates professional and support staff members in the department in accordance with evaluation timelines.
• Keeps abreast of local, state, and national developments to effect changes in operation; keeps knowledgeable regarding ongoing and new program development. Reviews recent literature and research studies and reports. Evaluates findings and suggests changes or modifications to improve existing programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education, Training and Experience :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in a field directly related to the assignment.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctorate degree is preferred.
• Eight (8) years of leadership/management experience directly related to the above responsibilities and includes at least five (5) years' experience as a school administrator.
• Instructional or leadership experience in both elementary and secondary schools.
• Experience with budget management and grant preparation, compliance, and fiscal monitoring.

Licenses and Certificates :

• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator I and Administrator II endorsements required.
• Reading Specialist or ESOL endorsement is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of current research-based instructional practices.
• Demonstration of skill, experience, content knowledge, and pedagogy of literacy and language education.
• Demonstration of skill and experience in data analysis.
• Demonstrated success in incorporating assessment requirements into classroom instruction.
• Demonstration of experience in curriculum design, development and implementation.
• Knowledge and demonstration of adult learning theory and professional development models.
• Demonstration of strong leadership, organization, communication, and human relations skills.
• Demonstration of strong knowledge and skill in computer/educational technology.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office or school environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. The work of this class involves travel to sites throughout Baltimore County. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights and weekends. This position is eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System. Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools, and a separate completed application must be submitted for each position and location in which you are interested.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors.. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 ). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 ). Contact Information Susan B. Stansbury
Director, Staffing
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
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