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Director, Division of Title I and Early Childhood Programs and Services

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Director I CODE: 0330 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Director, Division of Title I and Early Childhood Programs and Services GRADE: P MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Coordinates, Manages and monitors the implementation of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, No Child Left Behind (NCLB), and Early Childhood Programs and Services. Plans immediate and long range initiatives for Title I and Early Childhood programs in collaboration with stakeholders, including innovative programming models, budgeting, funding, staffing, accountability, and comprehensive school improvement training. Collaborates with MCPS divisions and departments to ensure that NCLB and Head Start Performance Standard requirements are met. Consults with individual administrators and leadership teams regarding school improvement and school wide programming. Serves on various task forces or committees at the district and state level. Interprets related programs and policies for the Board of Education and County Council. Makes recommendations to staff, administrators, and central office staff regarding the implementation and monitoring of Title I & Head Start requirements; and assists with the development of policies, procedures, and processes to facilitate implementation of mandates in compliance with federal legislation. Supervises staff assigned to the division, including supervisors, coordinators, instructional specialists, and support staff. Develops, writes, edits and monitors grant proposals and required progress reports. Oversees local and federal audits and other evaluative processes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of MCPS organization and administration, policies and procedures, goals and priorities, assessment programs, and state and federal regulations, particularly Title I of NCLB, Head Start Performance Standards, School Improvement grants, and early childhood programs and services. Knowledge of research and scientifically based instructional methods as required by NCLB. Ability to assess program needs, develop short and long range plans, coordinate program implementation through various school system departments and with county, public, and private agencies; develop communication networks with school personnel, parents, and community leaders; plan and lead staff training workshops and school leadership training efforts. Extensive knowledge of the MCPS budget process in relation to grant programs. Ability to work effectively with executive staff, central office supervisors, school-based administrators, teachers, supporting service staff, and external partners. . Ability to prepare grant reports which include effective data displays and an analysis of progress, and presentations for the superintendent, Board of Education, County Council, and other groups as needed. Excellent planning, organizational, management, human relations, and oral and written communication skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree; certification in administration and supervision. Doctor's degree preferred. Five years outstanding teaching experience and/or administrative experience in elementary schools, particularly those with highly diverse populations. Three years administrative experience, principal preferred. Demonstrated leadership and broad experience working with diverse staff. Successful experience working with Title I programs, early childhood programming, and implementing regulations and completing program evaluations. Experience with using technology to prepare reports and presentation to a broad range of audiences. Other combinations of applicable skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland state certification requirements for 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 and county Council meetings and meetings with community groups and school PTA groups
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works in collaboration with various school system departments to implement and monitor requirements of Title I, early childhood programming, and the Head Start Performance Standards to ensure coordinated efforts in supporting schools and providing an effective instructional program for all students.
2. Manages the proper implementation of federal and state laws. Interprets the programs to Board of Education, County Council, staff, and community. Serves as a liaison to appropriate state and local agencies.
3. Provides recommendations for new programs and assists with development of related projects in identified schools.
4. Prepares special reports and annual budget recommendations for Title I and Early Childhood Programming. Develops strategies to improve student achievement. Plans and provides leadership for targeted programs, including funding, training, monitoring, and evaluation. Plans and manages pilot programs.
5. Develops communication networks that enable school personnel, parents, and community leaders to be knowledgeable and provide input on Title I & Early Childhood Programs & Services
6. Works with the Office of Shared Accountability, administrators and school staff in monitoring and evaluating implementation of Title I programs and federal Head Start requirements.
7. Provides leadership for comprehensive school reform training; and professional learning on the Head Start performance standards, along with current research and trends in early childhood education.
8. Represents Title I and Early Childhood Programs and Services on various committees and/or task force groups.
9. Develops budgets and manages accounts.
10. Maintains current knowledge regarding ongoing requirements of related federal and state legislation. Reviews research, studies, and reports as a basis for program planning. Evaluates findings and suggests changes/modifications to improve existing programs.
11. Writes proposals for state and federal grants. Collects data and prepares responses for requests for information.
12. Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates work of staff within the division to maximize services to schools.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Class Established: 7/02
Date(s) Revised: 05/07, 3/2012, 2/2020
Last Reviewed: 2010

This description may be changed at any time.