Director of Mathematics & Science

at  Del Valle ISD

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Three years experience as a classroom teacher
Three years experience in instructional leadership roles

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Master’s degree in education administration
Valid teaching certification

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of curriculum development, including how to write, align, and implement a sound curriculum
• Ability to analyze data and act on the data
• Knowledge of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
• Knowledge of pedagogical strategies and instructional materials
• Understanding of backwards design, constructivism, and learner driven inquiry
• Understanding of Professional Learning Communities and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and needed supports for administrators and educators
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

• Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the curriculum and instruction department.
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Direct and manage the district’s mathematics & science curriculum. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and the instructional program is effective and efficient, incorporates district goals, and supports student achievement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of support staff in the curriculum and instruction department.