Fine Arts Curriculum Supervisor

Position Type:
Administration/Curriculum Supervisors Date Posted:
5/20/2024 Location:
Chase Building - 236 Grand Street Date Available:
06/27/2024 Closing Date:
open until filled Waterbury Public Schools
JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE
Fine Arts Curriculum Supervisor DEPARTMENT
Academics INCUMBENT NAME
BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION
School Administrators of Waterbury REPORTS TO:
Receives administrative direction from the Chief Academic Officer, Deputy Superintendent, Superintendent or other higher level administrator as assigned FLSA DESIGNATION
Exempt PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION
This class is accountable for providing the essential leadership for developing and maintaining the best educational program of the assigned department as it pertains to curriculum, staff and the learning environment and being a productive member of the building leadership team. This class assumes the educational leadership and supervision for the assigned department to ensure that students are provided instruction that meets and exceeds the State Core Curriculum Content Standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Curriculum Supervisor works collaboratively with all Principals to lead and nurture members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities within the assigned department for planning, coordination, curriculum development, program evaluation, talent management, financial management, and resource scheduling, staff observations and staff evaluations. Guidelines for Class Use: Curriculum Supervisors may be assigned to the following areas: Mathematics; ESL/Bilingual; Early Education; Health and Physical Education; Reading and English Language Arts (ELA); School Readiness; STEM; Fine Arts; Social Studies; and Career Technical. PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE General Experience: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of professional teaching experience. Special Requirement: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment. B. CREDENTIALS: C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate CT State Board of Education Certification with endorsement in related subject area and Administrative Certificate. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator's license. D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: All teachers in this category must meet all of the State's CEU requirements for recertification. E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, organization of the content field, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning; Considerable knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the Curriculum Supervisor is assigned; Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies; Considerable knowledge of formative and summative assessment best practices; Considerable knowledge of adult learning theory and coaching cycles; Excellent presentation skills that promote best practices in professional learning; Knowledge of child development; Knowledge of classroom management techniques; Knowledge of instructional technologies; Knowledge of learner outcomes; Knowledge of learning theory, students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective, and theories of multiple intelligences; Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts; Knowledge of Response to Intervention (RtI); Some knowledge of community resources; Excellent listening skills; Leadership skills; Skill in classroom management and organization; Skill in modeling best practices in the classroom; Skill in human relations, mediation, conflict management and interpersonal interactions; Skill in maintaining and developing reports; Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds; Ability and knowledge of staff evaluation process; Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations; Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI); Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to evaluate student performance and to present these evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement; Ability to multi task and be flexible; Ability to plan and implement lesson plans based upon District and school goals, as well as the objectives, needs and abilities of students; Ability to provide appropriate instruction in core subjects; Ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications; Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate; Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment; Supervisory ability; Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES Supervise and evaluate assigned certified and non-certified staff in the department with the purpose of improving instruction and learning, and achieving the school's mission and goals. PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties. Adheres to school law, CT State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and District procedures, and contractual obligations; Assists new teachers in the assigned department with school and department procedures; Assists with the closing of school at vacation times and at the end of the year; Attends required Academic Office meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees; Communicates regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice, so as to create a cooperative relationship to support the student in the school; Communicates with the Chief Academic Officer regularly about the needs, successes, and general operation of the assigned department; Completes in a timely fashion all records and reports as required by law and regulation or requested by the Principal; Conducts meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the assigned department, distributing minutes of each meeting to the administration and to all assigned department members; Continues to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and professional growth experiences; Coaches certified staff as needed; Develops with individual staff members a Professional Improvement Plan (PIP); Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school; Ensures compliance with all laws, administrative codes, Board policies and regulations including Affirmative Action mandates; Ensures that personnel evaluation procedures are accomplished in a fair and consistent manner that encourages accountability, growth and excellence, in accordance with law, Board policy, and contractual requirements; Ensures that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem solving and creativity, address each student's needs, interests, and skill levels, encourages the student to define individual goals and accept responsibility for learning, and provide a variety of methods for the student to demonstrate performance and accomplishments; Establishes a professional rapport with students and with staff that earns their respect; Establishes and maintains an effective accounting and inventory system for departmental supplies, materials, and equipment; Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior; Establishes procedures for evaluation and selection of textbooks, instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations to the Chief Academic Officer; Establishes procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean and safe classrooms, with proper attention to the visual, acoustic, and thermal environments; Evaluates and monitors all curricula of the assigned department, developing and modifying when appropriate to ensure that the curricula assists teachers with instruction that meets and exceeds the Core Curriculum Content Standards; Follows schedules and procedures for the supervision of students in non-classroom areas, including before and after school, and bus loading and unloading; Informs the Principal of difficulties that the staff is experiencing; Is responsible for the preparation and management of Department budget and coordinating with the Chief Academic Officer, Grant Managers, and other Curriculum Supervisors in order to leverage and seek available resources to fund curricular activities; Keeps assigned department staff informed and seeks ideas for the improvement of the school; Leads a planning process to ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned department programs and activities; Maintains in safe working condition and safely operate electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities; Maintains positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of resource agencies within the community; Maintains visibility with students, staff, parents, and the community, attending school and community functions regularly to demonstrate a genuine interest in the students and staff; Monitors classes with substitutes, particularly those with a history of a high incidence of behavioral problems; Notifies immediately appropriate personnel of evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids; Organizes and maintains a public relations system for the assigned department that consistently celebrates and informs parents and the community of the accomplishments of students, staff and the school; Organizes, manages, evaluates, and supervises effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the assigned department consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school and District, including instructional programs in the Core Curriculum Content Standards, program evaluation, financial and resources management, substitute coverage, personnel management, schedules of classes and tests, and community relations; Proactively manages resources to ensure cost effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability within assigned area; Protects confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and uses discretion in sharing such information within legal confines; Provides opportunities for effective staff development that addresses the needs of the instructional program and needs of the staff, including professional literature, workshops, conferences, visitations, and sessions in which the staff shares successful practices and strategies; Provides regular opportunities for professionals and students to celebrate success in instructional programs and extra-curricular activities; Recommends personnel, courses, and number of sections so that a master schedule for instructional programs is established, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the District and school's philosophy, mission statement, instructional goals and school level objectives; Recommends to the Principal personnel to fill vacant positions in the assigned department, following District recruitment and selection procedures; Recommends to the Principal the supplies and equipment needed to support instruction and assist with ordering, following established procedures; Represents the school and District at community, state, and professional meetings; Researches, and collects data regarding the needs of students, and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications in existing programs; Serves as a role model for teachers, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of teaching; Summarizes, interprets, and disseminates current developments in learning, instructional strategies and classroom management through reading of professional journals, participation in professional development, and involvement in professional organizations; Supervises the instructional programs of the assigned department, evaluating lesson plans and tests, and observing classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development; Uses effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community, including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate and audible speech; Uses excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents, and colleagues; Uses the State Frameworks and approved curricula so that each student meets and exceeds the Core Curriculum Content Standards; Works closely with other assigned department chairs, administrators and supervisors to coordinate services and activities; Performs related duties as required. PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required. Frequency: Place an "X" in each box that is appropriate to your job. NEVER (N) OCCASIONALLY (O) FREQUENTLY (F) CONSTANTLY (C) 0 % of Shift 1-33% of Shift 34-66% of Shift 67-100% of Shift Working Conditions N O F C Working Conditions N O F C Physical Demands Depth Perception X Standing X Color Distinction X Walking X Peripheral Vision X Sitting X Driving X Lifting X Physical Strength: Carrying X Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.) X Pushing X Light Work (-20 lbs.) X Pulling X Medium Work (20-50 lbs.) X Climbing X Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.) X Balancing X Very Heavy Work (100 lbs.+) X Stooping X Environmental Conditions Kneeling X Cold (50 degrees F or less) X Crouching X Heat (90 degrees F or more) X Crawling X Temperature Changes X Reaching X Wetness X Handling X Humidity X Grasping X Extreme Noise or Vibration X Twisting X Exposure to Chemicals X Feeling X Exposure to Gases and Fumes X Talking X Exposure to Unpleasant Odors X Hearing X Exposure to bodily fluids X Repetitive Motion X Exposure to dampness X Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination X Confinement to Small or Restricting Area X Visual Acuity/Near X Mechanical Hazards X Visual Acuity/Far X Physical danger or abuse X The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary. Prepared on: July 25, 2019