Director of Curriculum - Math and Science

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE : Director of Curriculum – Math and Science

LOCATION:   Curriculum, Instruction, and Accountability

SALARY:   Administrative Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:   12 Months

REPORTS TO : Chief Academic Officer

JOB GOAL: To carry out school system policies and procedures relating to Math and Science education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must hold a license appropriate to the area of assignment. Master of School Administration degree preferred.

Master's degree or higher preferred from an accredited college/university with five years of teaching experience.

Thorough knowledge of Math and Science programs and BOE policy governing these programs.

Possesses thorough knowledge of Math and Science standards and  process for accessing them.

Possesses knowledge of powerful, innovative, and research-based Math and Science practices.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms.

Ability to lead engaging, effective professional development with teachers, administrators and central staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain current knowledge of K-12 Math and Science curriculum  standards and impending legislation, state and federal regulations, and performance standard requirements; communicate pertinent information to appropriate school system staff and stakeholders.

Develop and ensure implementation of Math and Science standards and initiatives.

Schedule, attend, and facilitate state and local meetings as assigned.

Attend appropriate Math and Science meetings and conferences to stay abreast of current research, appropriate content and recent innovative  strategies.

Coordinate and provide Math and Science professional development.

Develop a process for the purchase, storage, distribution, and monitoring of Math and Science materials.

Coordinate curriculum and programming for Math and Science and in alignment with learning standards.

Coordinate all appropriate competitions related to Math and Science.

Coordinate with Teaching and Learning Specialists on a regular basis to ensure relevant teaching strategies are employed at all school sites to best serve students.

Other duties as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff and community members.

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid NC driver's license.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives and others.

Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.

Ability to supervise and coordinate a variety of staff programs and activities.

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.