What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON - SCIENCE PRE-K-12 position at Christina School District?
POSITION: DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON - SCIENCE PRE-K-12
LOCATION: District-Wide position for the 2024-2025 school year
(May be filled as a Chair of Co-Chair)
REPORTS TO: Director of Teaching and Learning
Qualifications
MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT: July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply online, upload a letter of interest, and resume to your completed application no later than June 14, 2024. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.
Performance Responsibilities
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Employment is Conditional Upon Receipt of an An Acceptable Criminal Background Report, a Negative Pre-Employment Drug Screening and a Child Abuse Registry Check Showing You Are Not on the Registry at any Level
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.
LOCATION: District-Wide position for the 2024-2025 school year
(May be filled as a Chair of Co-Chair)
REPORTS TO: Director of Teaching and Learning
Qualifications
- Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification in a Content Area
- Master’s Degree, preferred
- Three or more years successful AVID teaching experience preferred
- Experience developing and delivering various professional development i.e. seminars, interactive work sessions, small group and one on one coaching
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, school administrators and central office staff
- Knowledge of AVID best practices in teaching and learning
- Knowledge of AVID strategies to increase student engagement
- Knowledge of AVID instructional differentiation strategies
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT: July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply online, upload a letter of interest, and resume to your completed application no later than June 14, 2024. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.
Performance Responsibilities
- Actively participate in the creation and implementation of district-wide goals, department goals, and content area goals
- Assists administration in improvement of instruction through analysis of assessment data
- Attend all year-round meetings as scheduled by supervisor
- Participate in select building level meetings
- Disseminate area/content/department information to peers through meetings, emails, texts, etc. and ensure continuous communication flow
- Greet, assist, and provide support to new (or new to content area) educators & support staff
- Lead department/grade level discussions regarding students and assist in the creation of opportunities to improve or accelerate student achievement
- Manage the department budget; responsible for order forms, distribution of supplies and materials, and inventory supplies and materials for their department/grade level
- Meet with administration to discuss district climate, school/district policies and other various content/area related issues
- Monthly (or more frequently as required) communicate area/department needs and concerns to administration
- Participate and lead summer planning sessions
- Plan and deliver professional learning opportunities as directed by administration
- Plan and/or assist in community outreach
- Manage online area/department presence (website, social media, etc.)
- Responsible for informing, monitoring, and/or completing the field trip planning and implementation for district-wide opportunities
- Schedule, plan/publish agenda, lead or facilitate, and provide minutes for department/PLC meetings
- Serve as a liaison between the district administration and the schools
- Summarize and report area/department events and information at building level meetings
- Support student success through the discussion of truancy, academic failure, climate, etc. for students and provide recommendations
- Additional responsibilities at the discretion of supervisor and district administration
- Instructional Leadership: Provide guidance and support to elementary and secondary science teachers in instructional strategies, lesson planning, assessment methods, and differentiation techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Professional Development: Coordinate and facilitate professional development opportunities for science faculty to enhance their content knowledge, pedagogical skills, and use of instructional technology.
- Resource Management: Manage the allocation of resources, including science kits, textbooks, instructional materials, and laboratory equipment, to support effective teaching and learning in the science department.
- Family and Community Engagement: Communicate regularly with families and the community about the science curriculum, and opportunities for involvement in science-related activities, events, and initiatives.
- Coordinate ONE District family information night per school year
- Community Connection and Pride: Manage the “Science” curriculum page of the CSD website and provide regular updates to District newsletters and communication.
- Curriculum Alignment: Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of the science curriculum within the department and across grade levels, disciplines, and educational programs.
- Cultural Responsiveness: Promote cultural responsiveness and equity in science education by incorporating diverse perspectives, experiences, and resources into the curriculum and instructional practices.
- Safety and Compliance: Chemical Safety Compliance Officer for the District. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices for laboratory procedures, equipment usage, and environmental health to maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.
- Science Kits. Responsible for overseeing the organization and distribution of science kits for the District. This role involves managing inventory, coordinating with educators to ensure kits meet curriculum standards, and maintaining high-quality materials.
- Coordinates timely delivery, provides support to teachers, and continuously improves the kits based on feedback and educational advancements, by liaising with vendor.
- Innovation and Integration: Explore innovative approaches to science education, such as project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, STEM initiatives, and cross-curricular integration, to enhance student engagement and achievement.
- Serve as primary contact for District Garden Coordinators.
- Attend designated CSD Board Meetings to share information
_______________________________
Employment is Conditional Upon Receipt of an An Acceptable Criminal Background Report, a Negative Pre-Employment Drug Screening and a Child Abuse Registry Check Showing You Are Not on the Registry at any Level
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.
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