Senior Administrator, Title

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR

WORKING TITLE

Title I Low Performing School Support

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Title I/Academics

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Administrator-Band 3

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Manages and coordinates Title I program activities and assigned staff for the implementation of Title I programs as an integral part of the total curriculum and instructional program, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements specifically for Low Performing Title I funded schools. Collaborates with other departments, schools, and community groups to ensure a coordinated effort in providing an effective instructional program for all students in Low Performing Title I funded schools.

Designs and delivers professional development activities to instructional coaches and school system staff in Low Performing Title I schools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Title I legislation and federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to Title I programs;
• Extensive knowledge of the needs of Title I students from diversified backgrounds and various learning abilities and styles;
• Extensive knowledge of the use data analysis to identify trends and recommend practical, actionable strategies for improvement;
• Extensive knowledge and experience in facilitating professional learning communities and leadership development opportunities focused on school turnaround;
• Demonstrate leadership and team building skills;
• Utilize Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to provide consistent coaching and strategic support and deliver professional development to Principals and leadership teams in Low Performing schools;
• Ability to lead progress monitoring efforts to ensure schools stay aligned with district and state improvement expectations;
• Ability to partner with central office staff to align resources and support directly to the needs of LP schools;
• Ability to serve as a direct connection between the Office of Title I Programs and LP schools to ensure ongoing communication and accountability.
• Ability to build relationships of trust with Principals, while having the flexibility to adapt quickly to the unique challenges of all Low Performing Title I funded schools;
• Ability to assess program needs and plan short and long-range programs for Low Performing Title I funded schools;
• Ability to analyze, understand and recommend strategies and support based on the data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, teachers, support staff, vendors, and federal and state contacts.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Curriculum and Instruction,
• Educational Administration, or related field;
• Three years of experience as a teacher or administrator in an elementary school.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator's License in a content teaching area;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working directly with Title I and/or low-performing schools;
• Proven success in leading school turnaround or transformation work;
• Strong understanding of state accountability systems and improvement planning.

• Provides leadership for the development and implementation of specific programs in Low Performing Title I funded schools, including literacy and math intervention, parental involvement, pre-kindergarten, and/or extended learning programs. Develops long and short range goals and plans for the improvement of initiatives in Low Performing Title I funded schools; evaluates goals and plans to determine effectiveness and identify needs.
• Supports the Title I School wide program in planning and implementing school reform strategies. Assists Low Performing Title I funded schools in analyzing and reviewing data to address Title I school improvement requirements. Coordinates supplemental educational services under Title I school improvement.
• Collaborates with school system staff in identifying professional development needs in Low Performing Title I funded schools. Designs and delivers professional development related to Title I programs.
• Works in collaboration with various school system departments, school-based staff, and community groups regarding program initiatives, implementation, and evaluation. Represents Title I and the school system on various…