Executive Director of Elementary Education
Job Posting for Executive Director of Elementary Education at Cedar Rapids Community School District
- Administrator benefit package to include 8.5% district-funded annuity
- 33 PTO days
- Travel and cell phone allowance
- $685.00/month for single health insurance
- Oversee and direct the operations and management of the elementary schools and early learning programs.
- Lead principals at the elementary school level with management, school improvement, and overall leadership development using the High Reliability Schools Framework for School Leaders and the Iowa Standards for School Leaders.
- Plan and facilitate administrative meetings for elementary principals.
- Responsible for the professional development, coaching, and evaluation of elementary administrators and early learning staff.
- Collaborate with and co-facilitate PK-12 administrative meetings with the Deputy Superintendent and Executive Director of Middle Schools.
- Collaborate with Office of Learning and Leadership administrative team on system level strategic planning, operationalizing school supports, and prioritizing district level needs—including professional development, resource deployment, innovative programming, and compliance measures.
- Analyze assessments and student performance indicators to guide school improvement plans
- Plan and direct staffing for all early learning and elementary programs
- Supervise the state-wide voluntary preschool programs.
- Responsible for various budgets
- Serves as a member of the Superintendent’s cabinet.
- Attend Board meetings and prepare reports for the Board upon request.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.
- Review and follow up district complaints regarding parents, students and/or staff
- Review and respond to district appeals after in-district permits were denied
- Oversees the Title 1 and Title 2 program and budget for elementary and non-public schools
- Supports and supervise Magnet elementary buildings
- Supervises/approves time off for elementary admin/support staff
- Places high value on both equity and excellence
- Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
- Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and the performance of our staff.
- Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.
- Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.
- Functions as an effective member of the administrative team.
- Meets today’s educational challenges with a “can do” spirit.
- Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
- Has a track record of success.
- Works with great integrity.
- Commitment to contribute to the education of all students in the Cedar Rapids Community School District.
- Licensure, training and experience in elementary education.
- Skills and disposition to design a positive school culture.
- Ability to orchestrate a safe, orderly, caring community for learning.
- Ability to apply human relations skills effectively.
- Capacity to respond to the needs of a diverse student population.
- Capacity to lead staff development planning and implementation.
- Intrinsic demand for one’s own professional growth
- Interest and experience in teaming, in leading teams, and in participatory decision-making.
- Capacity to develop and utilize oral and written channels of communication.
- Ability to organize and manage details in an orderly and thorough manner.
- Willingness to assume responsibility and to be accountable for decisions.
- Ability to take initiative and inspire others.
- Willingness to adjust to a flexible work schedule.
- Ability to exercise leadership in defining and accomplishing goals and objectives identified through
- the school improvement planning process.
- Awareness of current trends and practices in elementary education.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional Software (Excel, Access, Power Point and Word), Internet, technology, and Outlook email software.
- Effective oral and written communication. Proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and related communication skills, including proofreading, editing, and creating original documents. Excellent written and oral communication skills via electronic, telecommunications, or personal interactions.
- Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.
- Ability to problem-solve independently and with others, take initiative, and work independently without
- supervision.
- Capacity to represent the District in a professional manner, which includes but not limited to confidentiality, collegiality, and the ability to obtain and utilize additional training, if necessary.
- Ability to contribute positively to the productivity of teams.
JobID: 10826
Position Type:
Administration/Director
Administration/Director
Date Posted:
2/1/2023
2/1/2023
Location:
ELSC
ELSC
Date Available:
2023-2024 school year
2023-2024 school year
POSITION TITLE: Executive Director of Elementary Education
CLASSIFICATION: Executive Council Member
REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent
Salary: $149,014.00
Benefits:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are looking for someone who can provide evidence that he/she …
ESSENTIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Master’s of Educational Administration, certification as an Iowa PK-8/PK-12 principal, and current evaluator approval licensure. Experience as a building level and/or district level administrator is preferred. Minimum of four years of successful teaching, counseling, or other qualifying professional experience in an elementary setting.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, reports, regulations, etc. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to administrators, colleagues, parents, students and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions. Ability to use spreadsheets and reporting documents that assist with the computation of data.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret and implement a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff and students. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here 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; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. The employee will frequently use hands and fingers to type/word process, file documents, manipulate papers, and use a copying machine. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as office materials, desks, chairs, and boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is often quiet but may become loud in large group settings. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that will require the employee to arrive and leave as directed and may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. workday. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will be required to work occasionally in outdoor environments.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Cedar Rapids Community School district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources at 319-558-2747.
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