Dean of Undergraduate Programs jobs in Pueblo, CO

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

COMPENSATION PLAN:  Administrator

PAY RANGE: Range 4

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SUPERVISOR: Adaptive Programs Principal

LAST UPDATED: 03/08/2022

SUMMARY: Assist the Principal with instructional and organizational leadership, direction, supervision, operations, and accountability at the school. Implement school practices, procedures, and policies for the attainment of the school’s educational philosophy, goals, and objectives and the District’s mission and strategic initiatives. Enhance and support growth and academic achievement of all students. Assist with management of the human resources and inspire vision, motivate excellence in instruction, and model service-oriented administration. Serve as a member of the Administration Council (AdCo).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks describe the basic functions of the job and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job. The following frequencies and percentage of time spent are approximations only.

• Monitor the implementation of professional learning in the classroom. Work with teams of certified staff on common assessments, analysis of student work, interventions, lesson planning, and enrichment opportunities. [Daily, 30%]
• Supervise and evaluate the individual and group performance of the school’s personnel. Submit written appraisals and recommendations to the Principal. Develop and monitor all members of the staff to build their capacity to meet the learning needs of the students. Promote the establishment of a productive environment for all school personnel and students. [Daily, 20%]
• Supervise and monitor student behavior in an effort to maintain an academic environment conductive to student achievement including, but not limited to, supervision during lunch, in the hallways, and during extra-curricular activities at night and after school. [Daily, 15%]
• Work with a diverse range of students on a daily basis to ensure individual success. [Daily, 10%]
• Support and promote student achievement and progress toward graduation through student conferences, interventions, and school-based support systems. [Daily, 5%]
• Serve as a liaison for school and community relations. Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, including families, and respond to diverse community interests, concerns, and needs. Promote positive public relations. [Daily, 5%]
• Analyze and use student assessment data to drive instruction, make recommendations regarding policy, and communicate with stakeholders. [Weekly, 10%]
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. [Daily, 5%]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Education Administration, Curriculum Leadership, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in school administration, school leadership, teaching, or related field
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of data analysis of student achievement, curriculum and instruction, budgeting and accounting, special education laws, and master agreement/labor relations.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal relations skills.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Advanced skills in human relations, leadership focused on learning, and organizational theory.
• Advanced skills in public relations, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
• Advanced skills in dealing with students and staff with diverse needs at various levels.
• Ability to be flexible and patient and adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to effectively motivate and supervise people.
• Ability to assist with developing, administering, monitoring, and coordinating budgets and initiating requisitions.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to promote and follow the Board of Education policies, District policies, and building and department procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Willingness to contribute to cultural diversity for educational enrichment.

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: All certifications, licenses, and registrations must be valid and unexpired.

• Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Administrator license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five (5) years of experience in school administration, school leadership, teaching, or related field

• Linguistically Diverse Education endorsement.

• Administrative experience.

• Exposure to alternative learners and at-risk youth.

• Exposure to Post-Secondary Workforce Readiness.

• Desire to work with secondary students.

• Desire to work with special education students.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate physical effort.

• Lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional bending and reaching.
• Occasional standing and walking.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing.
• Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Visual concentration, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Usually a moderate noise level.
• Normal school district environment.

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