Director of Chapter Technical Programs H.S. of Science & Technology

Director of Chapter 74 Technical Programs at the H.S. of Science & Technology

Join the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership as the Director of Chapter 74 Technical Programs at the H.S. of Science & Technology.

• Accountable to the Principal of the H.S. of Science and Technology.
• Collaborate with school and district staff, outside organizations, and community representatives to secure and maintain State Chapter 74 approval for all existing and new technical programs in accordance with Chapter 74 Regulations.
• Enforce and monitor federal, state, and district regulations.
• Guide staff to improve academic and technical performance through vocational/academic integration.
• Support technical staff in preparing students for upcoming standardized vocational competency testing.
• Ensure technical staff develop pacing documents, newly written vocational framework lesson plans, competency checklists, and safety assessments.
• Prepare for coordinated program reviews, on‑site Chapter 74 program audits, and state on‑site evaluations.
• Maintain Program Advisory Committees (PACs) and General Advisory Committee (GAC) in line with state guidelines.
• Coordinate school and shop projects, construction/renovation activities, and cooperative work experiences.
• Adhere to Chapter 74 regulations concerning facilities, equipment, technology, and instructional supplies.
• Develop and implement Springfield’s annual Local Plan, and manage local, state, and federal grant programs and budgets.
• Ensure OSHA regulatory compliance through technical and school‑wide procedures, including training and certification.
• Maintain accurate inventory of technical programs.
• Assist in the recruitment of new students to the H.S. of Science and Technology.
• Recruit, screen, and provide professional development for career and technical staff.
• Evaluate vocational staff and secure professional development as needed.
• Prepare reports for the Massachusetts Department of Education and represent the school and district at relevant meetings and conferences.

• Enforce and monitor DESE, Vocational Education Regulations, and district policies.
• Plan, develop, and implement new programs and services.
• Convey new initiatives in written and verbal form.
• Ensure compliance with student conformity to school policies.
• Collaborate with public, community agencies, and MA DESE.
• Work cooperatively with faculty, students, and district administrators.
• Develop and implement projects; identify and achieve goals.
• Manage local, state, and federal funding in accordance with regulations.

• Master’s degree in education preferred.
• MA DESE licensure as a Vocational Technology Supervisor/Director.
• At least five years of successful teaching experience in a vocational setting.
• Proficient knowledge of MA Vocational Frameworks, curriculum, methodology, Chapter 74 Regulations, and funding regulations.
• Excellent organizational, managerial, oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of three years of administrative experience in a vocational setting.
• Experience in grant writing.
• Experience managing large budgets.

If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!

About the District:
Springfield Public Schools serves approximately 24,000 students across 44 languages and 60 countries. It is the third largest district in Massachusetts, committed to equity and excellence.

Contact:
Roberto Ortiz – ortizro

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Springfield Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. For Title IX inquiries, contact titleix