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Director, Family and Community Partnerships

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Director I CODE: 0330 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Director, Family and Community Partnerships GRADE: P MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, assesses family and community needs and coordinates the planning and implementation of a variety of programs to build the capacity of schools to provide services to students and families to support student learning and performance on local, state, and national assessments. Provides leadership for the implementation of family, community, and business partnership programs and services to ensure accountability for the Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) Strategic Plan outcomes and Board of Education policies. Works with state county, public, private, and volunteer agencies to plan for comprehensive family outreach programs. Collaborates and consults with program directors/ and supervisors, parents, and community organizations in the design of parent materials, workshops, and presentations to support parent knowledge of and engagement in schools and their children's academic program.the PreK-12 curriculum and instructional program. Develops communication of networks to enable school personnel, parents, and community leaders to be knowledgeable about curriculum and instructional programs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough Knowledge of current literature and research on national parent outreach program models that support student learning and academic achievement. Ability to assess program needs; conceptualize new programs, particularly for diverse communities; develop short and long-range plans; and, coordinate program implementation through various school system departments and with public and private agenciesthrough collaboration with other MCPS offices and community organizations; ; develop communication networks with school personnel, parents, business, and community leaders; plan and , coordinate, and leads staff training workshops; infuse technology multimedia to support parent outreach program and use computer applications as office tools; manage the work of the division staff assigned to the Family and Community Partnerships Unit;; oversee development of division's strategic plan, provide direction and guidance for improvements to Goal 3 of the MCPS Strategic Plan; and write grant proposals, and prepare budget documents and , financial reports, and reports to the superintendent and Board of Education.. Thorough knowledge of local policies and procedures, MCPS and MSDE testing procedures, state and federal regulations and laws related to elementary schools. Excellent management, planning, organization, written communications, and human relation skills required.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education with an emphasis in administration and supervision. Doctor's degree desirable. Experience as a principal or assistant principal is desirable. Considerable outstanding teaching experience or related experience. Successful experience in directing, supervising, and evaluating staff. Experience in program development and implementation. Demonstrated leadership and broad experience working effectively with diverse staff, students, parents, and the community. 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.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland state certification requirements for supervisor and principal or administrator I.
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, as well as meeting with community groups and school PTA groups.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans, develops, and coordinates parent and community outreach activities and programs that support improved student learning and academic achievement. Manages specific countywide programs and activities, such as National Network of Partnership Schools, Corner Process Model and other related responsibilities.

2. Directs collaborative development of curriculum and instructional program resources for the parents and the community.

3. Develops business and community partnerships.

4. Monitors the effective implementation of Board policies regarding family and community involvement and recommends goals, policies, and programmatic changes.

5. Coordinates the development and dissemination of reports and information relative to the program for staff, Board of Education, parents, community members, business leaders and schools.

6. Oversees management of financial accounts and expenditures and prepares reports annual budget recommendations.

7. Recommends Family and Community Partnerships staff allocations.

8. Maintains contacts as appropriate with college faculties, professional organizations, and other groups or individuals who influence direction of family and community involvement.

9. Collects data and prepares responses to requests for information.

10. Represents family and community partnerships on task forces and committees.

11. Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 4/04
Date(s) Revised: 9/06
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.