Admin Dean, Early Childhood

POSITION: Administrative Dean, Early Childhood TYPE OF POSITION: 210 Days - Non-Rep Exempt Position One-year assignment Hours may vary based on program needs SALARY: $85,000/year REPORTS TO: Director of Early Childhood SUPERVISION: Non-licensed building staff QUALIFICATIONS: Required BA in Education or other related field Completed or pursuing coursework leading to a school administration license Three years successful teaching or other relevant early childhoodl experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong communication skills, both oral and written as well as the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, parents and community members Understands, advocates, and promotes the importance of Early Childhood Education Strong organizational skills and efficient time-management Demonstrated leadership capacity Fosters a culture of high expectations and achievement for all students and demonstrates a commitment to engaging a diverse community of students, staff, family and community in support of district and school goals. Understands differentiated instruction and continuous improvement with ability to implement school wide instructional initiatives, monitor implementation and direct revisions and adaptations as required to meet the needs of all students. Fosters a culturally responsive school environment with demonstrated ability to effectively navigate racial equity issues with sensitivity and awareness. Demonstrates ability to effectively use data-based problem-solving to integrate academic and behavioral instruction/intervention. POSITION SUMMARY: The Administrative Dean position is a one-year assignment which provides practical experience in school administration duties under the supervision of a licensed Director for candidates who have completed, or are in the process of completing, their administrative licensure with the goal of preparing promising school leaders for assistant Director positions in our district. The supervising Director will ensure that the Administrative Dean is exposed to the full range of leadership opportunities reflected in the administrative role. Successful candidates may be continued from year-to-year. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: These positions are intended to provide professional level school administrative experience. Duties are to be performed under the immediate supervision of the Director. Examples of duties than may be performed include: Assist the Director with providing leadership for the school/program, including creating an inclusive learning environment in the school and maintaining and enhancing the focus of the school Assist the Director with developing and establishing the curriculum Assist the Director in responding to student needs including managing behavior referrals, coordinating behavior response team, outreach to parents, and other critical incident response Serve as an academic advisor to students Serve as a positive role model for students and staff Assist with the interviewing and selection of school/program staff Assist with the supervision and evaluation of non-licensed school staff Serve as a liaison for the school on committees, task forces, and/or community groups Assist with developing and preparing school reports for submission to administration Assist with supervision of bused students; coordinate the bus safety program Assist the Director with developing goals for the school and developing objectives for the school staff in accordance with school policy and procedures Perform the breadth of leadership responsibilities inclusive of the Minnesota State Administrative Competencies Contribute to the District's Strategic Plan efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources Other duties as assigned PHYSICAL FACTORS: Frequent: walking, standing, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District. District 742 is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer