Director, Science

Director, Science

Coordinates and reviews plans designed to provide a comprehensive education program in science for grades K-12. Provides leadership in the areas of curriculum development, staff development, and the effective utilization of instructional materials. Monitors programmatic activities / initiatives and ensures that they are in compliance with the School District of Philadelphia's action plan.

Oversees and directs the activities of staff; coordinates the planning and implementation of curricular programs and initiatives relative to K-12 science; develops plans that address continuous student improvement in response to District data.

Provides direct support to the Deputy of Curriculum and Instruction with regard to science instruction.

Oversees and reviews benchmark test content and design; researches current instructional practices and models for effective instruction.

Plans and coordinates meetings and the work of science curriculum specialists and school based instructional leaders and coaches

Works collaboratively with internal departments, institutions of higher education and other external organizations and agencies.

Ensures continuous, provided support in the implementation of quality science instruction, assessments and personalized professional development on best practices.

Develops, plans and conducts ongoing professional development training for instructional leaders on integrating best practices.

Observes and monitors the implementation of quality science instruction at schools.

Coordinates with the School District initiatives and the State regarding the effectiveness of the science program implementation.

Attends community and professional meetings as appropriate to support curriculum

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university.

Seven years of full-time, paid, professional experience in education, three of which have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity and have involved implementing instructional strategies.

All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume.

Certificates / Licenses

Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania certificate for K-12 or Elementary and Secondary Principal.

OR

Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania certificate to supervise Science for the Science specialty.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of :

• PA Common Core Standards and curriculum development, as well as implementation and instructional strategies related to curriculum, content and problem-solving.
• The principles, practices and methods of education in Science.
• A variety of pedagogical modalities.
• Research related to the field of expertise.
• The principles of educational administration.
• Supervisory methods and techniques.

Demonstrated ability to :

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Nondiscrimination

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