POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction
of the Coordinating Supervisor, the Supervisor of Science (PreK-12) is
responsible for monitoring department programs and initiatives and executing
administrative responsibilities as required. The Supervisor of Science
(PreK-12) assists the Coordinating Supervisor and the Director of Curriculum
and Instruction in developing an aligned curriculum documents, providing
professional development for staff, and developing a budget based on analysis
of needs. Special assignments are received through conferences, written
instructions, ad requests from the Director to the Coordinating Supervisor.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Supervises the
development and implementation in the areas of elementary, middle and high
school science curriculum, instruction, and classroom management of science
materials;
Providing both short
and long-range planning for the improvement of the science program;
Supervises and
coordinates the development and implementation of a professional development
program for teachers of science, including the designing and teaching of state
approved workshops, summer institutes, after school programs, and science
leadership conferences;
Evaluates and
monitors the preparation of curriculum documents, correlation of instructional
material documents, and units of study;
Supervises the
acquisition, distribution and monitoring of instructional resources correlated
to the science curriculum frameworks (e.g., texts, software, computers,
audiotapes, etc.);
Provides regional and
school-level workshops on curricular issues, teaching strategies, and behavior
management in collaboration with the Department of Staff Development and School
Leadership;
Leads PreK-12 teacher
leaders and other science coaches in assisting teachers directly with aligning
classroom strategies to the Maryland State Curriculum;
Develops and oversees
all aspects of grants as it relates to this program;
Assists in the
management of budgets and purchase orders;
Plans and implements special
events in science including the Regional Science Fair and Kids for Science;
Monitors the
implementation of the science program district wide;
Oversees projects as
designated by the coordinating supervisor;
May observe and
evaluate science teachers;
Identifies items for
Formative Assessments in MSA Grade 5 and 8 and HAS Biology; and
Prepares and submits
reports as required by Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum five (5)
years of science teaching experience required in middle and/or high school;
Minimum of three (3)
years supervisory or specialist experience required;
Knowledge of current
trends in science education, including constructivist pedagogy,
performance-based assessment, laboratory safety, and designing of science
facilities;
Demonstrated
competence in developing and leading staff development sessions for teachers,
principals, and parents;
Knowledge of state
standards and alternative modes of assessment;
Experience in writing
curriculum framework guides for science or an integrated curriculum desired;
Demonstrated
experience in writing and managing grants and budgets preferred;
Thorough knowledge of
science pedagogy and science current best practices required;
Experience in leading
staff development initiatives;
Ability to analyze
student performance and participation data;
Knowledge of state
standards, benchmarks and alternative assessment, PreK-12;
Extensive expertise
in the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development
programs and initiatives;
Understanding and
expertise in implementing accommodations and modifications;
Effective planning
and organization skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and meet
deadlines;
Experience working
with state, county and/or federal agencies;
Experience working
with computers and other technology; and
Demonstrated skill in effective human
relations and in oral and written communications.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s
degree from an accredited college or university in any science content or
Science Teacher Education Degree; and Master’s degree required in Curriculum
and Instruction, Science Education, School Administration and Supervision or
Education.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Professional
Certificate; Administrator I certification required and Certification in
secondary science education required.
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.