Area Executive Director Job Description (Page 2 of 3) in pdf

 Assists in the preparation of the annual budget for the assigned organizational area, including compiling data,

making revenue projections and recommending service levels and enhancements; monitors and tracks

expenditures, ensuring the area remains within approved budget allocations

Supports school and school curriculum (11-15%)

 Assists schools with identification of needs and areas for growth; assists with the assessment of student

achievement for each school within the designated area to include special student populations; makes

recommendations to the Area Superintendent

 Makes recommendations to the Area Superintendent regarding monitoring and evaluating curriculum

 Makes recommendations to the Area Superintendent with respect to proposals for new educational or

administrative programs, and assists with the implementation of approved programs

 Informs, monitors, and evaluates the implementation of educational policies, statutes, and standards

Provides support towards the implementation of the strategic plan (11-10%)

 Assists in developing, planning, and organizing at the area level, and administering policies and procedures to

ensure the Districts’ strategic plan objectives are achieved

 Assists in developing, planning, organizing and delivering school personnel training activities in coordination with

the District’s Learning and Development strategic plan

 Participates in and monitors the membership of school improvement teams, as well as the implementation of School

Improvement Plans, and coordinates the organization and functioning of area curriculum councils

Builds a Winning Team (6-10%)

 Meets regularly with key personnel throughout the District to ensure that proper information flows through leadership,

including establishing goals, objectives and long range plans

 Coaches and builds capacity of direct reports in order to ensure the success of principals and school leadership

 Collaborates with peers to develop a consistent approach for cultivating a successful team

Performs Other Duties As Required

Education and Experience

Education:

 Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Administration, or related field – Required

Experience:

 Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible experience in Education, Educational Administration, or related field

– Required

 Minimum 3 years of experience as a Principal – Required

 Experience in more than one grade school level (i.e. elementary, middle, high school) – Preferred

Minimum Qualifications

 Knowledge of school and school district policies and practices

 Ability to analyze and solve complex problems relating to students, personnel, disciplinary actions, legal and

regulatory issues, operations, and other management responsibilities

 Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks and responsibilities

 Knowledge of instructional methodologies, strategies, and assessment instruments

 Ability to develop, implement, and monitor budgets

 Excellent verbal and written communications skills

 Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job Title: Area Executive Director

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