Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
About Schenectady City Schools:
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. SCSD has an incredibly diverse population; we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
Distinguishing Features of the Director of Athletics, Physical Education, Health, Co-Curricular Activities and Enrichment:
This position encompasses a wide array of responsibility for core physical education and health related initiatives, in order to meet the needs of an equally diverse population. The scope of administrative responsibilities is inclusive of district-wide athletics, curriculum and instruction, and enrichment. Foundational to the core beliefs is an understanding that when students participate in healthy activities through learning and participation, they are more likely to become successful students and ultimately graduates. The innate understanding of community, team work, healthy living, physical and emotional balance, supports the universal expectation that through a committed effort all students can achieve and be successful. Each student is valued and the support inherent in this leadership role can impact and change the trajectory of the students who attend the SCSD.
Typical Work Activities and Expectations:
Actively participate and engage with leadership, in support of district initiatives, professional development, goal setting, project management, mission alignment and leadership development
Develop and coordinate with teachers and coaches, in the development and implementation of activities related to the enrichment of health, physical, and athletic awareness
Athletics:
Collaborate and communicate regularly with families, community organizations, regional organizations and boosters to advocate, promote and enrich SCSD programs
Promote and support students through scholarships and coordination enabling them to participate in college level athletics, including understanding of NCAA eligibility requirements.
Collaboratively review and reinforce the Athletic Code Conduct to ensure and promote successful participation
Recruit, screen, hire and orientation of certified coaches and staff
Evaluate varsity athletic coaches, including the preparation of an end-of-season evaluation summary for each sport season (fall, winter, spring).
Support students in ensuring they meet the necessary medical requirements to participate ? Supervise and/or provide support for athletic event readiness, including inventory, maintenance and replacement of equipment, location preparedness, transportation and support personnel
Develop and create collaboratively an annual budget for athletics, physical and health education, co-curricular activities and enrichment; equitable coordinate and secure event and activity budgetary allocations
Responsible for coordination of supervision of all home athletic events.
Attend monthly Suburban Council Athletic Directors meetings.
Coordinate with the Director of Facilities/O&M the use and preparation of districtwide facilities for the purpose of interscholastic practices and games.
Coordinate with the Director of Facilities/O&M use and preparation of districtwide facilities for the purpose of community use.
Management and oversight of pool maintenance, usage, and promotion of pool utilization ? Coordinate with the Supervisor of Transportation the schedule for all athletic contests and practices.
Maintain accurate records of all athletic coaching certificates, and provide support to coaches in maintaining their certification.
Communicate regularly during the respective athletic season with all coaches on matters related to scheduling of practices and games, personnel, student-athletic performance, budgeting, community relations and other day-to-day operations.
Coordinate the scheduling of game officials for all interscholastic athletic home events.
Physical Education & Health
Collaborate with the Office of Educational Equity on matters of curriculum implementation and program evaluation, budget development and staff development.
Assist building administrators with observations and evaluation of instructional staff for the purpose of enhancement of instructional delivery and student performance.
Maintain knowledge of and assist physical education and health teachers with understanding and implementation of the New York State Learning Standards for physical education and health.
Evaluate and, as appropriate, recommend new instructional materials, methods and programs for physical education and health education instruction.
Assume a leadership role in developing curriculum for new mandates (state or district) for physical education or health education initiatives.
Coordinate department meetings with physical education and health teachers (on a regular basis) for the purpose of instructional continuity and articulation of curriculum.
Meet with the Director of Education Equity & Instructional Support, as scheduled, for the purpose of instructional continuity and articulation of curriculum.
Assist building administrators in the recruiting, screening, hiring and orientation of instructional staff.
Minimum Qualifications
SDL or SDA NYS Certification
Physical Education Teacher NYS Certification
5 successful years teaching experience
Head coaching experience
About Schenectady City Schools:
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. SCSD has an incredibly diverse population; we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
Distinguishing Features of the Director of Athletics, Physical Education, Health, Co-Curricular Activities and Enrichment:
This position encompasses a wide array of responsibility for core physical education and health related initiatives, in order to meet the needs of an equally diverse population. The scope of administrative responsibilities is inclusive of district-wide athletics, curriculum and instruction, and enrichment. Foundational to the core beliefs is an understanding that when students participate in healthy activities through learning and participation, they are more likely to become successful students and ultimately graduates. The innate understanding of community, team work, healthy living, physical and emotional balance, supports the universal expectation that through a committed effort all students can achieve and be successful. Each student is valued and the support inherent in this leadership role can impact and change the trajectory of the students who attend the SCSD.
Typical Work Activities and Expectations:
Actively participate and engage with leadership, in support of district initiatives, professional development, goal setting, project management, mission alignment and leadership development
Develop and coordinate with teachers and coaches, in the development and implementation of activities related to the enrichment of health, physical, and athletic awareness
Athletics:
Collaborate and communicate regularly with families, community organizations, regional organizations and boosters to advocate, promote and enrich SCSD programs
Promote and support students through scholarships and coordination enabling them to participate in college level athletics, including understanding of NCAA eligibility requirements.
Collaboratively review and reinforce the Athletic Code Conduct to ensure and promote successful participation
Recruit, screen, hire and orientation of certified coaches and staff
Evaluate varsity athletic coaches, including the preparation of an end-of-season evaluation summary for each sport season (fall, winter, spring).
Support students in ensuring they meet the necessary medical requirements to participate ? Supervise and/or provide support for athletic event readiness, including inventory, maintenance and replacement of equipment, location preparedness, transportation and support personnel
Develop and create collaboratively an annual budget for athletics, physical and health education, co-curricular activities and enrichment; equitable coordinate and secure event and activity budgetary allocations
Responsible for coordination of supervision of all home athletic events.
Attend monthly Suburban Council Athletic Directors meetings.
Coordinate with the Director of Facilities/O&M the use and preparation of districtwide facilities for the purpose of interscholastic practices and games.
Coordinate with the Director of Facilities/O&M use and preparation of districtwide facilities for the purpose of community use.
Management and oversight of pool maintenance, usage, and promotion of pool utilization ? Coordinate with the Supervisor of Transportation the schedule for all athletic contests and practices.
Maintain accurate records of all athletic coaching certificates, and provide support to coaches in maintaining their certification.
Communicate regularly during the respective athletic season with all coaches on matters related to scheduling of practices and games, personnel, student-athletic performance, budgeting, community relations and other day-to-day operations.
Coordinate the scheduling of game officials for all interscholastic athletic home events.
Physical Education & Health
Collaborate with the Office of Educational Equity on matters of curriculum implementation and program evaluation, budget development and staff development.
Assist building administrators with observations and evaluation of instructional staff for the purpose of enhancement of instructional delivery and student performance.
Maintain knowledge of and assist physical education and health teachers with understanding and implementation of the New York State Learning Standards for physical education and health.
Evaluate and, as appropriate, recommend new instructional materials, methods and programs for physical education and health education instruction.
Assume a leadership role in developing curriculum for new mandates (state or district) for physical education or health education initiatives.
Coordinate department meetings with physical education and health teachers (on a regular basis) for the purpose of instructional continuity and articulation of curriculum.
Meet with the Director of Education Equity & Instructional Support, as scheduled, for the purpose of instructional continuity and articulation of curriculum.
Assist building administrators in the recruiting, screening, hiring and orientation of instructional staff.
Minimum Qualifications
SDL or SDA NYS Certification
Physical Education Teacher NYS Certification
5 successful years teaching experience
Head coaching experience
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
About Schenectady City Schools
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
District Director of Human Resources Role
The work of the District Director of Human Resource involves the administration of personnel functions driven by exemplary customer service to ensure a positive and inclusive organizational culture. The District Director of Human Resource has the primary responsibility using an equity lens, for managing personnel data, labor relations, recruitment and employment. Serves as chief negotiator and is policy-influencing. The District Director of Human Resources must lead an office that is responsive to the needs of both administrative staff and all the employees of the district. The District Director of Human Resource reports to the Superintendent of Schools, and provides direct supervision to human resource staff. Does related work as required. The incumbent does related work as required. This position requires a high degree of self-awareness, an anti-racism lens, professionalism and attention to equitable outcomes.
District Director of Human Resources Expectations
The District Director of Human Resources will use an anti-racism and equity lens to lead the following areas:
Employees
Establish and maintain seniority lists for all bargaining units to ensure equity;
Classifies positions and creates specifications for each job class to ensure equity;
Makes hiring and other personnel recommendations that ensure diversity and inclusion to the Superintendent and, upon request, to the Board of Education informed;
Authorizes the compensation of all employees and assists in resolving discrepancies with appropriate authorities to ensure equity in pay;
Administers and interprets all collective bargaining agreements with equity in mind;
Using an equity lens develops, revises and renders opinions upon request to the Superintendent, staff and Board of Education regarding Personnel policies and procedures;
Conducts new employee orientation in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendents; and
Acts as liaison to employees and the public to answer questions concerning personnel and civil service policies and procedures.
Recruitment
Is responsible for the recruitment of a diverse group of prospective employees for all levels of employment, including the superintendent, assistant superintendents and all employee groups; and
Is responsible for developing ads and other methods of recruitment for all employee vacancies that reflect diversity and inclusion.
Negotiations
Through an equity lens, acts as the chief negotiator for the Board of Education for certain contract negotiations;
Is involved in negotiations with all bargaining units;
Represents and advises the Superintendent and the Board of Education in all staff contract negotiations; and
Develops manning tables and determines the cost for all negotiation proposals.
Employee Relations
Represents the Superintendent in liaison meetings with certain employee groups;
Is involved with the liaison process for all bargaining units;
Provides counseling and data on retirement benefits for prospective retirees in all bargaining units; and
Provides leadership driven by equity in developing plans for various topics as related to personnel functions and improved job satisfaction, i.e., health care, flex plan, child care, employment options, and job share.
Grievances/Arbitration
Represents the Board of Education for certain grievance hearings;
Makes determinations on certain grievance hearings for all employee groups and provides advice and counsel for all other grievance hearings for all employee groups; and
Testifies on behalf of the district and otherwise assists in arbitration hearings for all employee groups.
Business/Payroll Departments
Maintains ongoing liaison with the Business and Payroll Departments regarding:
Staffing
Payroll
Budget codes
Works closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Business in the development of the annual school district budget.
Title IX Investigator
Receives complaints of sexual and other forms of harassment;
Investigates complaints of sexual and other forms of harassment, following the procedures for such investigations;
Prepares a written report; and Counsels employees.
American with Disabilities Act (FMLA)
Has responsibility to inform employees of the benefits provided under the provisions of the FMLA
Responsible for administering the mandates of FMLA
Research
Prepares analysis using disaggregated data of hiring practices, employee evaluations, staffing attributes and other personnel matters, upon request, to the Superintendent and the Board of Education;
Does analysis and comparison study of contracts for all bargaining unit contracts in area school districts using metric related to diversity and inclusion;
Does salary comparison studies of area school districts for all bargaining units using metric related to diversity and inclusion;
Does an analysis of absences for all employee groups; and
Prepares student enrollment projections on an annual basis.
Other
Serves as a member of the Superintendent's cabinet;
Has ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and
Performs such other duties consistent with his/her professional competence as the Superintendent and the Board of Education may, from time to time, assign.
About Schenectady City Schools
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
District Director of Human Resources Role
The work of the District Director of Human Resource involves the administration of personnel functions driven by exemplary customer service to ensure a positive and inclusive organizational culture. The District Director of Human Resource has the primary responsibility using an equity lens, for managing personnel data, labor relations, recruitment and employment. Serves as chief negotiator and is policy-influencing. The District Director of Human Resources must lead an office that is responsive to the needs of both administrative staff and all the employees of the district. The District Director of Human Resource reports to the Superintendent of Schools, and provides direct supervision to human resource staff. Does related work as required. The incumbent does related work as required. This position requires a high degree of self-awareness, an anti-racism lens, professionalism and attention to equitable outcomes.
District Director of Human Resources Expectations
The District Director of Human Resources will use an anti-racism and equity lens to lead the following areas:
Employees
Establish and maintain seniority lists for all bargaining units to ensure equity;
Classifies positions and creates specifications for each job class to ensure equity;
Makes hiring and other personnel recommendations that ensure diversity and inclusion to the Superintendent and, upon request, to the Board of Education informed;
Authorizes the compensation of all employees and assists in resolving discrepancies with appropriate authorities to ensure equity in pay;
Administers and interprets all collective bargaining agreements with equity in mind;
Using an equity lens develops, revises and renders opinions upon request to the Superintendent, staff and Board of Education regarding Personnel policies and procedures;
Conducts new employee orientation in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendents; and
Acts as liaison to employees and the public to answer questions concerning personnel and civil service policies and procedures.
Recruitment
Is responsible for the recruitment of a diverse group of prospective employees for all levels of employment, including the superintendent, assistant superintendents and all employee groups; and
Is responsible for developing ads and other methods of recruitment for all employee vacancies that reflect diversity and inclusion.
Negotiations
Through an equity lens, acts as the chief negotiator for the Board of Education for certain contract negotiations;
Is involved in negotiations with all bargaining units;
Represents and advises the Superintendent and the Board of Education in all staff contract negotiations; and
Develops manning tables and determines the cost for all negotiation proposals.
Employee Relations
Represents the Superintendent in liaison meetings with certain employee groups;
Is involved with the liaison process for all bargaining units;
Provides counseling and data on retirement benefits for prospective retirees in all bargaining units; and
Provides leadership driven by equity in developing plans for various topics as related to personnel functions and improved job satisfaction, i.e., health care, flex plan, child care, employment options, and job share.
Grievances/Arbitration
Represents the Board of Education for certain grievance hearings;
Makes determinations on certain grievance hearings for all employee groups and provides advice and counsel for all other grievance hearings for all employee groups; and
Testifies on behalf of the district and otherwise assists in arbitration hearings for all employee groups.
Business/Payroll Departments
Maintains ongoing liaison with the Business and Payroll Departments regarding:
Staffing
Payroll
Budget codes
Works closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Business in the development of the annual school district budget.
Title IX Investigator
Receives complaints of sexual and other forms of harassment;
Investigates complaints of sexual and other forms of harassment, following the procedures for such investigations;
Prepares a written report; and Counsels employees.
American with Disabilities Act (FMLA)
Has responsibility to inform employees of the benefits provided under the provisions of the FMLA
Responsible for administering the mandates of FMLA
Research
Prepares analysis using disaggregated data of hiring practices, employee evaluations, staffing attributes and other personnel matters, upon request, to the Superintendent and the Board of Education;
Does analysis and comparison study of contracts for all bargaining unit contracts in area school districts using metric related to diversity and inclusion;
Does salary comparison studies of area school districts for all bargaining units using metric related to diversity and inclusion;
Does an analysis of absences for all employee groups; and
Prepares student enrollment projections on an annual basis.
Other
Serves as a member of the Superintendent's cabinet;
Has ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and
Performs such other duties consistent with his/her professional competence as the Superintendent and the Board of Education may, from time to time, assign.
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
About Schenectady City Schools
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Role
The work of District Director of Planning and Accountability is to apply an equity lens in directing, supervising, and leading all functions of the Office of Planning and Accountability for the Schenectady City School District. The primary role of this office is to ensure significant student achievement gains, close opportunity gaps and eliminate disproportionality at the school level, as measured by disaggregated school improvement data. Another critical function of this role is to accurately analyze performance measures using multiple sources of disaggregated data and linking them to a decolonized curriculum, culturally responsive instruction, and authentic assessments. Student assessment data, along with other data will also be collected in order to create and manage a District level strategic plan that leads to the continuous equitable improvement of all schools using an Anti-racism approach. In addition, the District Director of Planning and Accountability coordinates the research program, which also includes oversight for the Institutional Review Board (IRB). This position reports directly to the Superintendent and is part of the District’s Leadership Team. This position requires a high degree of self-awareness, an anti-racism lens, professionalism and attention to equitable outcomes.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Expectations (The following list is designed to provide a basic overview of the various work associated with this position. However, this position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this role).
Lead all functions of the Office of Planning and Accountability that are under Local Control;
Serve as Chief Information Officer; Serve as Chief Technology Officer;
Ensure alignment between the District’s Strategic Plan and the schools comprehensive education plans using an anti-racism and equity lens;
Lead a rigorous plan for continuous improvement that results in increased student achievement for all student subgroups and closes opportunity gaps;
Create narrative summaries of analyzed data and develop an executive summary that can be used to report disaggregated findings to the District’s Leadership Team and the Board of Education;
Assist school leaders in developing comprehensive, measurable goals aligned to the District’s Strategic Plan and then provide guidance to ensure goals are achieved though equitable outcomes;
Leading the district’s Improvement Science initiative which includes assisting all school leaders in creating and implementing Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles with their staff, designed to increase student achievement, close opportunity gaps and eliminated disproportionality;
Working with District Leadership and individual school buildings to create anti-racist DCEP and ASCEP Plans;
Coach principals and teachers on the use of disaggregated data to make informed decisions that drive student achievement for all student subgroups;
Provide leadership in the areas of school improvement planning, teacher and principal professional development, and evaluation using an anti-racist lens;
Work with school leaders to monitor school improvement and make adjustments when unusual trends or concerns are identified;
Conducts analysis of academic initiatives with a focus on improving student achievement and closing opportunity gaps;
Serve as a member of the District’s Leadership Team and participate in district wide initiatives and plans, such as Anti-racism building leadership teams;
Provide technical expertise, information, advisement and assistance to the Superintendent regarding assigned functions;
Using anti-racist lens assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures, and programs that ensure equity;
Collaborate with central office staff, building administrators, and department heads to evaluate existing programs, services, and practices, using an anti-racist lens;
Provide leadership in using disaggregated data to make informed decisions about decolonized curriculum, culturally responsive instruction and equity-based programs, assisting staff in making connections between the disaggregated data and the bigger equity picture;
Establish clear and consistent two-way communication with parents, families, and community partners to analyze the effectiveness of our schools and resolve concerns;
Remain informed of current educational trends, practices, and proposed legislation impacting schools and districts, and ensure that information is communicated out to appropriate stakeholder groups;
Oversee Federal and State Accountability requirements related to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and other reporting requirements;
Manage the development and oversight of planning initiatives with local and state government;
Provide leadership and input into the development and maintenance of annual budgets, ensuring funds are distributed equitably;
Supervise district departments, including but not limited to: Transportation, Central Registration, Technology, and Data;
Oversight of grant programs;
Oversight of Staff Trac;
Serve as Home School Administrator and provide broad oversight for all individualized home instruction plans (IHIPs);
Curate ongoing relationships with private and parochial schools in the area.
Serve as Medicaid Compliance Officer for the District;
Oversight of district grant program from application through implementation phases;
Oversight of the District’s anti-racist Pre-Kindergarten program;
Oversight of district equitable assessment program, including the New York State Testing Program (NYSTP);
Using an anti-racist lens design, implement, and oversee the summer enrichment program each summer;
Perform related duties as assigned.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Key Qualities
The ability to lead a large and diverse staff and systems through the process of analyzing and dismantling policies and practices that uphold institutionalized racism;
The ability to acknowledge and respect diverse perspectives;
The ability to inspire trust from diverse groups of people;
Provide leadership and build capacity for cultural awareness;
The ability to model high standards of integrity and ethical behavior;
Knowledge of adult learning theory and the ability to provide professional development to diverse stakeholders;
Working knowledge of English Language Learners;
Knowledge of learning management systems, StaffTrac, and Transfinder;
Working knowledge of how to engage in a large, diverse organization;
Thorough knowledge of organizational development, principles, and practices in formed by diversity and inclusion;
Thorough knowledge of education research methodology; including research design, program evaluation, and data analysis using an equity lens;
Thorough knowledge of modern and complex practices associated with district and school accountability;
Thorough knowledge of School Improvement methods aimed at closing improving achievement for all racial groups, while closing opportunity gaps and eliminating disproportionality;
Extensive knowledge of current of aligning an anti-racist lens with legislature, literature, trends, methods, and developments in the area of test result evaluation;
Extensive knowledge of decolonized curriculums and culturally responsive instructional programs, policies, procedures, practices, and system-wide goals related to equity-driven strategic planning.
The ability to initiate, monitor, and evaluate new or current programs using an anti-racist lens;
Extensive understanding of the New York State Common Core Learning Standards and ability to apply in a culturally responsive manner;
Extensive skill in designing inclusive data collection instruments such as surveys;
Ability to complete a large scale data analysis and compile accurate records that can be used to develop meaningful reports, charts, and graphs that assist in composing a data narrative.
Extensive knowledge of the rules and regulations regarding the administration of standardized tests and school accountability in New York State.
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
The ability to maintain effective working relationships with School Board members, school administrators, teachers, staff, support staff, and the community;
Extensive knowledge of and successful experience in sound fiscal practices, including budget preparation and the equitable management of district resources;
Demonstrate leadership presence that gains the confidence of a diverse group of employees;
Comfortable having difficult conversations regarding race and other identities, pushing a group’s thinking and challenging ideas to enable better decisions;
Skillfully navigate political structures, relationships, and dynamics to improve results for students;
Actively listen to others, understand nuance, and effectively interpret motivations/perceptions. Able to integrate feedback from others to achieve better results;
Communicates effectively, tailoring messages for the audience, context, and mode of communication.
Build positive relationships and coalitions. Maintain visibility and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at all levels (i.e. district staff, students, families, communities, advocacy groups, etc.);
Build and lead effective diverse teams to achieve ambitious goals;
Assess team and individuals’ skills, identifies development needs, and provides feedback and supports to improve practice, build capacity, and maximize talent;
Promote professional learning and utilize effective adult learning techniques;
Lead team to collaborate with other departments, teams, and stakeholders.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
Valid NYS Certification for School District Leader (SDL), School District Administrator (SDA), or School Business Leader Certification (SBL)
Master’s Degree with specialization related to assessment, evaluation, and research or related fields.
Five or more years of successful administrative experience leading, supervising, and managing comprehensive and assessment evaluation systems preferred.
Five or more years of experience in curriculum development, assessment, and implementation with significant data analysis and statistical analysis experience preferred.
Desirable:
Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Research, Assessment, Measurement, Curriculum Evaluation, or a related field.
The ability to speak multiple languages.
About Schenectady City Schools
With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Role
The work of District Director of Planning and Accountability is to apply an equity lens in directing, supervising, and leading all functions of the Office of Planning and Accountability for the Schenectady City School District. The primary role of this office is to ensure significant student achievement gains, close opportunity gaps and eliminate disproportionality at the school level, as measured by disaggregated school improvement data. Another critical function of this role is to accurately analyze performance measures using multiple sources of disaggregated data and linking them to a decolonized curriculum, culturally responsive instruction, and authentic assessments. Student assessment data, along with other data will also be collected in order to create and manage a District level strategic plan that leads to the continuous equitable improvement of all schools using an Anti-racism approach. In addition, the District Director of Planning and Accountability coordinates the research program, which also includes oversight for the Institutional Review Board (IRB). This position reports directly to the Superintendent and is part of the District’s Leadership Team. This position requires a high degree of self-awareness, an anti-racism lens, professionalism and attention to equitable outcomes.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Expectations (The following list is designed to provide a basic overview of the various work associated with this position. However, this position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this role).
Lead all functions of the Office of Planning and Accountability that are under Local Control;
Serve as Chief Information Officer; Serve as Chief Technology Officer;
Ensure alignment between the District’s Strategic Plan and the schools comprehensive education plans using an anti-racism and equity lens;
Lead a rigorous plan for continuous improvement that results in increased student achievement for all student subgroups and closes opportunity gaps;
Create narrative summaries of analyzed data and develop an executive summary that can be used to report disaggregated findings to the District’s Leadership Team and the Board of Education;
Assist school leaders in developing comprehensive, measurable goals aligned to the District’s Strategic Plan and then provide guidance to ensure goals are achieved though equitable outcomes;
Leading the district’s Improvement Science initiative which includes assisting all school leaders in creating and implementing Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles with their staff, designed to increase student achievement, close opportunity gaps and eliminated disproportionality;
Working with District Leadership and individual school buildings to create anti-racist DCEP and ASCEP Plans;
Coach principals and teachers on the use of disaggregated data to make informed decisions that drive student achievement for all student subgroups;
Provide leadership in the areas of school improvement planning, teacher and principal professional development, and evaluation using an anti-racist lens;
Work with school leaders to monitor school improvement and make adjustments when unusual trends or concerns are identified;
Conducts analysis of academic initiatives with a focus on improving student achievement and closing opportunity gaps;
Serve as a member of the District’s Leadership Team and participate in district wide initiatives and plans, such as Anti-racism building leadership teams;
Provide technical expertise, information, advisement and assistance to the Superintendent regarding assigned functions;
Using anti-racist lens assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures, and programs that ensure equity;
Collaborate with central office staff, building administrators, and department heads to evaluate existing programs, services, and practices, using an anti-racist lens;
Provide leadership in using disaggregated data to make informed decisions about decolonized curriculum, culturally responsive instruction and equity-based programs, assisting staff in making connections between the disaggregated data and the bigger equity picture;
Establish clear and consistent two-way communication with parents, families, and community partners to analyze the effectiveness of our schools and resolve concerns;
Remain informed of current educational trends, practices, and proposed legislation impacting schools and districts, and ensure that information is communicated out to appropriate stakeholder groups;
Oversee Federal and State Accountability requirements related to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and other reporting requirements;
Manage the development and oversight of planning initiatives with local and state government;
Provide leadership and input into the development and maintenance of annual budgets, ensuring funds are distributed equitably;
Supervise district departments, including but not limited to: Transportation, Central Registration, Technology, and Data;
Oversight of grant programs;
Oversight of Staff Trac;
Serve as Home School Administrator and provide broad oversight for all individualized home instruction plans (IHIPs);
Curate ongoing relationships with private and parochial schools in the area.
Serve as Medicaid Compliance Officer for the District;
Oversight of district grant program from application through implementation phases;
Oversight of the District’s anti-racist Pre-Kindergarten program;
Oversight of district equitable assessment program, including the New York State Testing Program (NYSTP);
Using an anti-racist lens design, implement, and oversee the summer enrichment program each summer;
Perform related duties as assigned.
District Director of Planning and Accountability Key Qualities
The ability to lead a large and diverse staff and systems through the process of analyzing and dismantling policies and practices that uphold institutionalized racism;
The ability to acknowledge and respect diverse perspectives;
The ability to inspire trust from diverse groups of people;
Provide leadership and build capacity for cultural awareness;
The ability to model high standards of integrity and ethical behavior;
Knowledge of adult learning theory and the ability to provide professional development to diverse stakeholders;
Working knowledge of English Language Learners;
Knowledge of learning management systems, StaffTrac, and Transfinder;
Working knowledge of how to engage in a large, diverse organization;
Thorough knowledge of organizational development, principles, and practices in formed by diversity and inclusion;
Thorough knowledge of education research methodology; including research design, program evaluation, and data analysis using an equity lens;
Thorough knowledge of modern and complex practices associated with district and school accountability;
Thorough knowledge of School Improvement methods aimed at closing improving achievement for all racial groups, while closing opportunity gaps and eliminating disproportionality;
Extensive knowledge of current of aligning an anti-racist lens with legislature, literature, trends, methods, and developments in the area of test result evaluation;
Extensive knowledge of decolonized curriculums and culturally responsive instructional programs, policies, procedures, practices, and system-wide goals related to equity-driven strategic planning.
The ability to initiate, monitor, and evaluate new or current programs using an anti-racist lens;
Extensive understanding of the New York State Common Core Learning Standards and ability to apply in a culturally responsive manner;
Extensive skill in designing inclusive data collection instruments such as surveys;
Ability to complete a large scale data analysis and compile accurate records that can be used to develop meaningful reports, charts, and graphs that assist in composing a data narrative.
Extensive knowledge of the rules and regulations regarding the administration of standardized tests and school accountability in New York State.
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
The ability to maintain effective working relationships with School Board members, school administrators, teachers, staff, support staff, and the community;
Extensive knowledge of and successful experience in sound fiscal practices, including budget preparation and the equitable management of district resources;
Demonstrate leadership presence that gains the confidence of a diverse group of employees;
Comfortable having difficult conversations regarding race and other identities, pushing a group’s thinking and challenging ideas to enable better decisions;
Skillfully navigate political structures, relationships, and dynamics to improve results for students;
Actively listen to others, understand nuance, and effectively interpret motivations/perceptions. Able to integrate feedback from others to achieve better results;
Communicates effectively, tailoring messages for the audience, context, and mode of communication.
Build positive relationships and coalitions. Maintain visibility and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at all levels (i.e. district staff, students, families, communities, advocacy groups, etc.);
Build and lead effective diverse teams to achieve ambitious goals;
Assess team and individuals’ skills, identifies development needs, and provides feedback and supports to improve practice, build capacity, and maximize talent;
Promote professional learning and utilize effective adult learning techniques;
Lead team to collaborate with other departments, teams, and stakeholders.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
Valid NYS Certification for School District Leader (SDL), School District Administrator (SDA), or School Business Leader Certification (SBL)
Master’s Degree with specialization related to assessment, evaluation, and research or related fields.
Five or more years of successful administrative experience leading, supervising, and managing comprehensive and assessment evaluation systems preferred.
Five or more years of experience in curriculum development, assessment, and implementation with significant data analysis and statistical analysis experience preferred.
Desirable:
Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Research, Assessment, Measurement, Curriculum Evaluation, or a related field.
The ability to speak multiple languages.
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
District Vision
Schenectady City Schools is a continually improving school district dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, equity, engagement, and efficiency. In the Schenectady City School District, we are committed to cultivating beliefs, policies, and practices that establish socially just conditions for all our stakeholders, with greater attention to marginalized students, families, community, and staff so that they can thrive and transform our current district culture.
Nature and Scope of Job
The Deputy Superintendent serves as the Superintendent in the absence of the Superintendent; provides day-to-day leadership for the School District; provides leadership and direction to all the departments to ensure alignment and attainment of strategic plan objectives and goals; represents the Superintendent, as appropriate, at official school and community functions; and informs the Superintendent of changes in trends, laws, rules, or regulations. The Deputy Superintendent also advises the Superintendent on issues within the school district; ensures compliance with state and federal regulations; and supervises all other staff as appropriate.
Primary Duties
Participate with the Superintendent and other senior staff to develop goals, objectives, and policies for administrative services which facilitate and support improved learning and achievement for all students enrolled in Schenectady City Schools.
Participate with the Superintendent and other senior staff to create and maintain systems and decision making processes that eliminate inequities across the range of student differences and their intersections.
Direct all facets of the daily operations of the Office of the Superintendent to ensure compliance with Board of Education policies and all local, state and federal regulations.
Provide communication counsel and support to the Superintendent to ensure the District's strategy, objectives and performances are effectively communicated to external and internal audiences.
Attend all Board of Education and cabinet meetings; providing assistance in the preparation and execution of these meetings to the superintendent.
Liaison with Board of Education Committees, external regulatory agencies, and the public as assigned, serving as the Superintendent's representative.
Plan agendas, facilitates meetings, organizes staff participation and communicates the results of meetings at the direction of the superintendent.
Regularly evaluate program effectiveness utilizing stakeholder feedback to improve service delivery.
Monitor departmental budgets and ensures alignment with District Improvement Plan.
Plan and coordinate the evaluation program for District personnel.
Assist the Superintendent with supervision of all district and building administrative staff.
Review and recommend changes appropriate to the maintenance of a positive district image to fellow cabinet staff.
Monitor and report Audit results and assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.
Assist in the preparation and development of the budget; including participation in public communication regarding the budget and the development process.
Analyze and manage sensitive issues that arise frequently in the rapidly changing environment of the Superintendent's office where improper handling may have serious consequences for the school district.
Address the needs of parents in the office when the Superintendent is not available.
Assist Human Resources and Pupil Support offices in supervising investigations of complaints against staff and students.
Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certification assigned by the superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.
Qualifications
Master's Degree
Permanent certificate in a teaching field
NYS Administrator Certification (School District Administrator or School District Leader)
Minimum five (5) years as successful experience as a school principal
Excellent integrity, good moral character and initiative
A commitment to a school district mission of eliminating Race, Economics, and Disability as predictors of student achievement
A commitment to a school district mission of being an Anti-Racist Organization that focuses on eliminating oppressive systems since all systems of oppression are interlocked and interwoven.
A background in or experience with culturally responsive education and anti-racism work
Has experience in labor management and an understanding of a collaborative approach to working with all Bargaining Unit Leaders.
Enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with staff, students, parents and community members
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms of English
Valid driver's license
Skill in word processing, spreadsheets, and the use of data in a problem solving process
Knowledge of and some skills in the field of Organizational Development
District Vision
Schenectady City Schools is a continually improving school district dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, equity, engagement, and efficiency. In the Schenectady City School District, we are committed to cultivating beliefs, policies, and practices that establish socially just conditions for all our stakeholders, with greater attention to marginalized students, families, community, and staff so that they can thrive and transform our current district culture.
Nature and Scope of Job
The Deputy Superintendent serves as the Superintendent in the absence of the Superintendent; provides day-to-day leadership for the School District; provides leadership and direction to all the departments to ensure alignment and attainment of strategic plan objectives and goals; represents the Superintendent, as appropriate, at official school and community functions; and informs the Superintendent of changes in trends, laws, rules, or regulations. The Deputy Superintendent also advises the Superintendent on issues within the school district; ensures compliance with state and federal regulations; and supervises all other staff as appropriate.
Primary Duties
Participate with the Superintendent and other senior staff to develop goals, objectives, and policies for administrative services which facilitate and support improved learning and achievement for all students enrolled in Schenectady City Schools.
Participate with the Superintendent and other senior staff to create and maintain systems and decision making processes that eliminate inequities across the range of student differences and their intersections.
Direct all facets of the daily operations of the Office of the Superintendent to ensure compliance with Board of Education policies and all local, state and federal regulations.
Provide communication counsel and support to the Superintendent to ensure the District's strategy, objectives and performances are effectively communicated to external and internal audiences.
Attend all Board of Education and cabinet meetings; providing assistance in the preparation and execution of these meetings to the superintendent.
Liaison with Board of Education Committees, external regulatory agencies, and the public as assigned, serving as the Superintendent's representative.
Plan agendas, facilitates meetings, organizes staff participation and communicates the results of meetings at the direction of the superintendent.
Regularly evaluate program effectiveness utilizing stakeholder feedback to improve service delivery.
Monitor departmental budgets and ensures alignment with District Improvement Plan.
Plan and coordinate the evaluation program for District personnel.
Assist the Superintendent with supervision of all district and building administrative staff.
Review and recommend changes appropriate to the maintenance of a positive district image to fellow cabinet staff.
Monitor and report Audit results and assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.
Assist in the preparation and development of the budget; including participation in public communication regarding the budget and the development process.
Analyze and manage sensitive issues that arise frequently in the rapidly changing environment of the Superintendent's office where improper handling may have serious consequences for the school district.
Address the needs of parents in the office when the Superintendent is not available.
Assist Human Resources and Pupil Support offices in supervising investigations of complaints against staff and students.
Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certification assigned by the superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.
Qualifications
Master's Degree
Permanent certificate in a teaching field
NYS Administrator Certification (School District Administrator or School District Leader)
Minimum five (5) years as successful experience as a school principal
Excellent integrity, good moral character and initiative
A commitment to a school district mission of eliminating Race, Economics, and Disability as predictors of student achievement
A commitment to a school district mission of being an Anti-Racist Organization that focuses on eliminating oppressive systems since all systems of oppression are interlocked and interwoven.
A background in or experience with culturally responsive education and anti-racism work
Has experience in labor management and an understanding of a collaborative approach to working with all Bargaining Unit Leaders.
Enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with staff, students, parents and community members
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms of English
Valid driver's license
Skill in word processing, spreadsheets, and the use of data in a problem solving process
Knowledge of and some skills in the field of Organizational Development
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
District Vision
Schenectady City Schools is a continually improving school district dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, equity, engagement, and efficiency. In the Schenectady City School District, we are committed to cultivating beliefs, policies, and practices that establish socially just conditions for all our stakeholders, with greater attention to marginalized students, families, community, and staff so that they can thrive and transform our current district culture.
District Director of Business and Finance
The District Director of Business and Finance is responsible for using an equity and anti-racist lens to execute the overall financial operations of the school district, including the preparation, implementation and administration of the school district’s budgetary process, fiscal reporting and state aid. This position serves as leader for all aspects of business operations, including accounting, auditing, capital construction projects, contract services, federal aid, food service, insurance and benefits administration, payroll, and purchasing. This position also has responsibility for providing input and support in the negotiations process with the employee unions.
Schenectady City School District seeks an experienced equity-driven school business official to assume the position of District Director of Business and Finance beginning July 1, 2021.
The District Director of Business and Finance reports directly to the Superintendent and serves as a key member of the district’s executive leadership team.
Applicants with New York State Certification as a School District Administrator (SDA) or School Business Administrator (SBA) or School District Business Leader (SDBL) are preferred. Consideration may be given to exceptional candidates meeting Civil Service criteria and requirements for the title of Business Official or Business Manager.
The successful candidate will have:
At least five years of experience as a successful leader driven by equity in the areas of public school finance, budget development, management and business office operations including experience with self-funded health insurance, bargaining unit contract negotiations, business contract negotiations and services, building leases, RFPs and capital project referendums.
Excellent leadership skills with a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience developing budgets and financial processes through a lens of equity that ensures equitable outcomes.
Solid track record of working collaboratively with Black and Brown communities and groups representing all segments of the school community, with attention to all underrepresented groups.
The Schenectady City School District is in a unique financial position due to COVID-19 relief funding. The district is poised to receive $70 million in federal aid over the next five years. Currently, the district is realizing an increase of $11 million in Foundation Aid funding. If Foundation Aid is fully implemented, the district will receive an additional $30-40 million annually.
Starting Date: July 1, 2021, or as soon as practicable
Salary: Competitive
Application Deadline: Continuous until filled. Interviews will be ongoing commencing June 3, 2021.
Those interested in being considered should submit a letter of interest, resume, and recommendation letters to:
https://schenectady.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
District Vision
Schenectady City Schools is a continually improving school district dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, equity, engagement, and efficiency. In the Schenectady City School District, we are committed to cultivating beliefs, policies, and practices that establish socially just conditions for all our stakeholders, with greater attention to marginalized students, families, community, and staff so that they can thrive and transform our current district culture.
District Director of Business and Finance
The District Director of Business and Finance is responsible for using an equity and anti-racist lens to execute the overall financial operations of the school district, including the preparation, implementation and administration of the school district’s budgetary process, fiscal reporting and state aid. This position serves as leader for all aspects of business operations, including accounting, auditing, capital construction projects, contract services, federal aid, food service, insurance and benefits administration, payroll, and purchasing. This position also has responsibility for providing input and support in the negotiations process with the employee unions.
Schenectady City School District seeks an experienced equity-driven school business official to assume the position of District Director of Business and Finance beginning July 1, 2021.
The District Director of Business and Finance reports directly to the Superintendent and serves as a key member of the district’s executive leadership team.
Applicants with New York State Certification as a School District Administrator (SDA) or School Business Administrator (SBA) or School District Business Leader (SDBL) are preferred. Consideration may be given to exceptional candidates meeting Civil Service criteria and requirements for the title of Business Official or Business Manager.
The successful candidate will have:
At least five years of experience as a successful leader driven by equity in the areas of public school finance, budget development, management and business office operations including experience with self-funded health insurance, bargaining unit contract negotiations, business contract negotiations and services, building leases, RFPs and capital project referendums.
Excellent leadership skills with a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience developing budgets and financial processes through a lens of equity that ensures equitable outcomes.
Solid track record of working collaboratively with Black and Brown communities and groups representing all segments of the school community, with attention to all underrepresented groups.
The Schenectady City School District is in a unique financial position due to COVID-19 relief funding. The district is poised to receive $70 million in federal aid over the next five years. Currently, the district is realizing an increase of $11 million in Foundation Aid funding. If Foundation Aid is fully implemented, the district will receive an additional $30-40 million annually.
Starting Date: July 1, 2021, or as soon as practicable
Salary: Competitive
Application Deadline: Continuous until filled. Interviews will be ongoing commencing June 3, 2021.
Those interested in being considered should submit a letter of interest, resume, and recommendation letters to:
https://schenectady.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx