Director of Title I

 

Description:
To provide leadership to the Title I program by developing comprehensive opportunities to support students’ academic needs and provide for family engagement.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:
? A Master's degree or higher earned degree from an accredited college or university.
? Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts valid for service as a teacher preferred.
? Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts valid for service as a Supervisor/Director or Assistant Principal/Principal.
? At least five (5) years in education, including successful teaching, and at least three (3) years of successful administrative experience preferred.
? Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
? Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and support innovative educational programs to improve teaching and learning related to the Massachusetts Curriculum.
? Demonstrated knowledge of ESEA, Title I legislation.

 

 

Duties:
? Develops, implements, evaluates, and manages all plans and policies relating to the
Title I program.
? Understands and keeps informed on all aspects of Title I regulations.
? Assumes overall responsibility for the preparation and submission of grant applications
and reports pertaining to Title I and other grants.
? Assumes overall responsibility for the preparation, submission, and management of various grant budgets and amendments.
? Assists in the development and implementation of other assigned state and federal
grants.
? Oversees and assists in the planning and development of contracts for consultants and professional partners.
? Coordinates the activities of the various components of the Title I program, including instructional, parental involvement, support services, and professional development.
? Coordinates programs with district and school staff to meet the needs of a diverse population of learners.
? Analyze district summative and formative assessments in ELA and mathematics to determine areas of student needs.
? Assists in the planning and development of standards-based instructional programs that foster school improvement and enhance student achievement.
? Works collaboratively with other program administrators and building administrators to develop Title I programming for families and students.
? Develops, implements, evaluates, and manages all plans and policies relating to the Title I program.

? Ensure private school participation and implement targeted assistance programs in the participating schools.
? Oversee the private school programs to ensure that they comply with all terms and conditions of the grants and all federal regulations.
? Coordinate/collaborate with district curriculum support personnel and other pertinent administrators toward attaining the objectives of the district and schools.
? Strengthen programs in all schools by providing supplemental academic and/or support services to students most in need.
? Provide evidence-based programs that enable participating students to achieve the learning standards of the state curriculum frameworks.
? Elevate the quality of instruction by providing identified staff with opportunities for professional development that support the Title I program.
? Involve parents/guardians of participating public and private school children as active partners in their childrens education at school through open, meaningful communication, training, and, as appropriate, inclusion in decision-making processes.
? Participate in district and DESE professional development as necessary. Serve as a representative for the Title I programming in DESE training.
? Assist in developing and implementing the District Strategic Plan and school improvement plans and initiatives.
? Manage compliance with Title I standards for instructional paraprofessionals working in program support with funds under Title I, Part A.
? Perform other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent of Schools.

 

 

 

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.