Position Type:
Administration/Central Office Administrator
Date Posted:
12/12/2022
Location:
Chase Building - 236 Grand Street
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
open until filled
JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE
CHIEF TURNAROUND OFFICER

DEPARTMENT
Central Office

SALARY
$120,000-$160,000
* Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding

BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION
Administrator (Non-Bargaining Unit)

REPORTS TO:
Receives administrative direction from the Superintendent or other administrative official of a higher grade

FLSA DESIGNATION
Exempt

PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This class is accountable for the development, implementation and coordination of the District's PK-12 educational programs and services as they related to turnaround and focus schools identified by the CT State Department of Education. In addition, this class is accountable for communicating with the residents of the District about this program; determining and addressing the needs of the identified schools in the areas of staffing, curriculum, instruction, and professional development; and providing leadership and supervision of assigned staff.

PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

General Experience:

1. Master's degree in educational administration, education leadership or curriculum instruction from an accredited college or university plus three (3) years in educational administration including experience in curriculum design, planning, implementation and evaluation.
2. Extensive personal experience in turning around low-performing schools, including expertise in turnaround strategies, curriculum, instruction, and teacher and principal effectiveness;
3. The individual must have a proven track record of successfully turning around chronically low performing schools.
4. Has held the position of at least principal or higher administrative position in a public school system for a minimum of five years with demonstrated skills in school management, budget, finance and state programs, funding sources, and talent management; and
5. Such additional education, experience, and other qualifications as determined by the Board of Education. (Lic, etc.)

Special Requirement:

1. In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.

B. CREDENTIALS:

C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Master's degree in education or related field plus eighteen (18) semester hours of graduate credit and completion of fifty (50) school months of successful teaching or service employment as identified in State of Connecticut, Regulation of State Board of Education, Sec. 10-145d-574 (a - f).
2. Connecticut State Board of Education certification as an Intermediate Administrator/Supervisor (092) will be required at time of appointment.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current Motor Vehicle Class D Operator License.

D. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable ability to implement relevant Federal and State statutes, guidelines and regulations in turnaround strategies and effective teaching and learning programs;
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management and supervision principles and techniques, including initiation and administration of programs;
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to perform duties in full compliance with all District, Board of Education, state and federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures, and activities pertinent to the duties of this position;
• Knowledge of curriculum standards and models for programming in general education and special education settings;
• Knowledge of instructional practice and professional development models for PK-12 and specialty areas within PK-12 education;
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI);
• Excellent computer, interpersonal, oral, keyboarding and written communication skills;
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills;
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate statistical data derived from qualitative and/or quantitative research;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information and effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to implement data driven decision making;
• Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality;
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism;
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists;
• Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrate initiative to act;
• Ability to write reports and correspondence consistent within the duties of this position;

PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES

1. Administrators from schools that are identified as turnaround and focus schools as assigned by the Superintendent.

PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

• Managing and overseeing a system of supports and assistance for the lowest-performing schools in the district identified as in the greatest need of assistance; such as Focus, Turnaround and Commissioner's Network Schools.
• Manage the grant writing and submission process for the all schools who receive grant funding in Commissioner's Network schools and the School Improvement Grant
• Identifying resources, including the establishment of a resource list of evidence based strategies and integrated student services, and specific expertise and resources directly relating to school turnaround;
• Annually conducting comprehensive on-site evaluations of schools to determine the root causes of low performance and lack of progress, to assist school and the district in the implementation of intensive school improvement plans, or to provide any of the necessary support services.
• Coordinating with the school improvement division of the State's Department of Education and coordinating and working with the School District's Assistant Superintendents and Chief Academic Officer to identify all state and local resources and supports available to the lowest-performing schools in the greatest need of assistance;
• Serve as the assigned liaison in the school improvement process;
• Build school level leadership capabilities in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendents, agencies and organizations that have experience and capacity and providing leadership development opportunities for principals and other school level leaders in turnaround eligible schools; and
• Identifying best practices for school turnaround, including identifying those practices that are not successful in improving student outcomes, and sharing such information with the District.

PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.
Frequency: Place an "X" in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands





Depth Perception


X



Standing


X



Color Distinction


X



Walking


X



Peripheral Vision


X



Sitting



X


Driving



X


Lifting


X



Physical Strength:





Carrying


X



Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)



X


Pushing


X



Light Work (-20 lbs.)


X



Pulling


X



Medium Work (20-50 lbs)


X



Climbing


X



Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X




Balancing


X



Very Heavy Work (100 lbs.)

X




Stooping


X



Environmental Conditions





Kneeling


X



Cold (50 degrees F or less)

X




Crouching


X



Heat (90 degrees F or more)

X




Crawling


X



Temperature Changes


X



Reaching


X



Wetness

X




Handling


X



Humidity

X




Grasping


X



Extreme Noise or Vibration


X



Twisting


X



Exposure to Chemicals

X




Feeling



X


Exposure to Gases and Fumes

X




Talking



X


Exposure to Unpleasant Odors


X



Hearing




X

Exposure to bodily fluids

X




Repetitive Motion



X


Exposure to dampness

X




Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination



X


Confinement to a Small or Restricting Area


X



Visual Acuity/Near



X


Mechanical Hazards

X




Visual Acuity/Far



X


Physical danger or abuse


X



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.
Waterbury Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.