The Chief of School Support and School Leadership is responsible for the supervision of the district’s schools and school leaders. The incumbent supervises and evaluates Area Associate Superintendents and provides guidance and leadership related to principal leadership, school performance and the effective and efficient operation of schools and school resources. The Chief of School Support and School Leadership is a member of the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet and works closely with executive staff on strategic planning, improvement planning and goal attainment.

Provides Area Associate Superintendents and Instructional Directors with frequent, actionable feedback to build principals’ leadership, instructional and management capacities resulting in gains in academic achievement for students;

Develops and build a high-performing area structure focused on supporting the work of school leaders and their leadership teams;

Institutes routine systems of principal colleague school performance data reviews to dialogue, share and develop strategies to address areas of concern;

Engages with the Superintendent of Schools and fellow chiefs in developing communication systems that ensure the smooth flow of information (both vertically and horizontally), to concentrate efforts to best support schools and increase student achievement;

Leverages the resources of central office departments and teams and coordinates their delivery in the best interests of schools;

Monitors the work of school teams in devising, implementing and executing a plan of action for school improvement;

Fosters meaningful relationships with families and community stakeholders to create a strong neighborhood structure to support the learning of all students; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Possess a strong background in educational leadership; demonstrated competence in the ability to manage and supervise a department and staff;

Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, executive leadership and other stakeholders at all levels;

Ability to apply critical thinking skills in program planning and rendering solutions to various issues;

Manage financial, material and human resources effectively;

Ability to utilize and train in the use of technology tools to improve efficiency and productivity;

Ability and demonstrated competence in collecting, analyzing and using data and information to plan, implement and make recommendations regarding programs;

Ability to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate program goals and initiatives targeted at increasing student achievement;

Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities; possesses the flexibility to adapt as necessary;

Ability to exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive and confidential information;

Possess skills in collaborative leadership of individuals and groups; supports the department’s vision and promotes open communication; and

 

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to produce comprehensive reports and deliver presentations.

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the area of curriculum and/or administration or other relevant field required; Doctorate degree preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and/or administrator experience required.

Holds or is eligible for Maryland Professional Certificate with Administrator II endorsement; holds or is eligible for Superintendent’s endorsement.



Oversees and provides guidance and direction to the unit staff.



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.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




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