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Director, Division of Consortia Choice and Application Programs

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Director I CODE: 0287 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Director, Division of Consortia Choice and Application Programs GRADE: P MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, provides leadership for the implementation of the Choice process in the Northeast Consortium, Downcounty Consortium, and the Magnet Middle School Consortium. The director also supervises the recruitment, marketing, and application processes for center, magnet, and special programs. The director is a liaison between central office staff and school principals on Consortia choice and application program implementation issues and provides supervision for Consortia Choice and Application Programs staff. The director is responsible for presentations to the Board of Education and frequent dialogue with parents, community members, business and higher education partners, and media representatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the instructional programs of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS); thorough knowledge of educational theory, research-based best practices, National Standards, and Maryland State Content Standards. Knowledge of school improvement planning process and curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation. Knowledge of Consortia choice and application program processes and procedures. Ability to collect, analyze, and use data for program planning and marketing. Writing and technology skills necessary for producing comprehensive reports and making presentations and the ability to conceptualize, lead, and evaluate large-scale projects. Excellent interpersonal skills built on communication and collaboration.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in the area of curriculum and/or administration. Experience as a classroom teacher, curriculum supervisor/coordinator, assistant principal, and/or principal; experience providing leadership in designing, planning, and implementing instructional programs. Experience with and/or knowledge of the implementation of Consortia choice programs and application program and processes. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. Ability to increase responsibility and leadership in the position; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland State Administrator I certification requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Attendance at evening Board of Education meetings, PTA presentations, choice information meetings and open houses, application program meetings and open houses, and other school programs are required.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides leadership for the implementation and evaluation of Consortia choice process and center, magnet, and special program application processes.

2. Provides support for the collection of program data.

3. Provides leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Choice process in the Northeast Consortium, Downcounty Consortium, and Magnet Middle School Consortium as well as center, magnet, and special program application processes.

4. Works with staff in the Office of School Performance and the Office of Strategic Technologies and Accountability on issues related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Choice student assignment process as well as center, magnet, and special program application processes.

5. Supervises planning an implementation of parent and student outreach information related to the Choice and application program processes.

6. Communicates with stakeholders including correspondence and meetings with parents, students, MCPS staff, community members, business partners, parent organizations, and media representatives regarding choice and application opportunities and processes.

7. Supervises the enrollment of students into Consortia schools.

8. Responds in writing to all appeals for change of school assignments.

9. Collaborates with Field Office staff regarding all transfers into, and out of, Consortia schools.

10. Coordinates the middle school to high school articulation process for the Northeast Consortium and Downcounty Consortium.

11. Coordinates the elementary school to middle school articulation process for the Magnet Middle School Consortium.

12. Coordinates the center, magnet, and special program articulation process.

13. Meets regularly with principals and program coordinators regarding program implementation and Choice and application program processes planning and implementation.

14. Actively pursues opportunities for life-long learning and professional growth.

15. Provides leadership in designing and developing new programs, processes, and initiatives to meet identified needs.

16. Uses creative and critical thinking in curriculum work, staff management, and problem-solving.

17. Supervises workload of Consortia and application program staff.

18. Performs related work as required.
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