DIRECTOR OF ASSESSMENT, FEDERAL PROGRAMS AND FUTURE READINESS

ANTICIPATED START DATE : 7/1/2026

DETAILS:

• 12-month position with district-recognized holidays, paid sick and personal leave, and 20 vacation days
• Administrator contract
• Minimum starting salary $120,000, competitive salary commensurate with experience and education
• District provided benefits package that includes employee health, dental, life and vision insurance
• Contract begins 07/01/2026

JOB SUMMARY: Develops and implements strategic and annual plans focusing on coordination of K-12 career, technical education, and college readiness programs and funding. Supports the District’s instructional goals, administrative needs and communication functions to provide the most efficient and effective support for each program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field required.
• Missouri Administrator certification required.
• Successful experience in teaching (5 years minimum) and administration (3 years minimum).
• Strong technology skills, including use of technology in the instructional process required.
• Experience serving as a school or program administrator, director or coordinator preferred.
• Preference to candidates with training/experience in the continuous improvement by design process.
• Preference to candidates with knowledge of CTE (Career and Technical Education), PLTW (Project Lead the Way), CAPS (Centers for Advanced Professional Studies), Pathways Systems, Alternative Education programs.
• Such modification of the above qualifications as the Board of Education shall deem appropriate.
• Requires a strong work ethic and ability to think critically and solve problems creatively.
• Requires evidence of a strong professional learning network that supports innovative practices.
• Requires collaborative and interpersonal skills with willingness to learn and work productively on a team.
• Requires evidence of ability to implement and sustain programs focused on improving student achievement within a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural school setting with energy and enthusiasm.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and the community.

Key Components Position :

Assessment & Data Leadership

• District Test Coordinator: Oversee all state (including MAP-A), district, and building-level assessments by collaborating with staff to ensure high-fidelity implementation.
• Data Analysis & Strategy: Aggregate and analyze achievement data (ACT, SAT, PLTW, CCR) to formulate instructional recommendations and drive district-wide improvement.
• Staff Coaching: Empower educators to use assessment systems and data effectively for evidence-based decision-making and student growth.

Federal Programs & Grant Management

• Compliance & Fiscal Oversight: Manage federal programs and CTE grants (Perkins, Enhancement, 50/50, Base/Performance), ensuring alignment with legislation and district finance policies.
• Consortium Leadership: Lead the Perkins consortium, facilitating annual MOU reviews and maintaining non-public school partnerships.

Career & Technical Education (CTE) & PLTW

• Program Development: Direct K-12 CTE and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) programs, ensuring vertical curriculum alignment, industry standards, and instructor training.
• Accountability & Improvement: Monitor program success through Common Criteria and Quality Indicators (CCQI) and Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA); collaborate with instructors on formal improvement plans.
• Student Success Initiatives: Expand access to industry-recognized credentials, CTSOs, apprenticeships, and the CTE certificate through targeted promotion and resource allocation.

College & Career Readiness (CCR)

• Pathway Systems: Facilitate the Pathways Systems Framework and A Schools Program to streamline college and career readiness processes.
• Post-Secondary Alignment: Partner with counselors and college advisors to expand dual credit/enrollment opportunities, FAFSA completion, and purposeful course offerings.
• 180-Day Follow-up: Coordinate mandatory graduation surveys and reporting to track student persistence and outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• External Liaison: Foster strategic partnerships with higher education, industry leaders, and local government to facilitate job shadowing, mentors, and teacher externships.
• Curriculum Integration: Work with K-12 teachers to embed "soft skills," career competencies, and professional guest speakers into the core curriculum.

Systems Administration & Reporting

• LMS Implementation: Lead the district Learning Management System (LMS) rollout and support for students, parents, and staff.
• Board Reporting: Research emerging educational strategies and present formal program evaluations and legislative updates to the Board of Education.

For more information regarding job duties and responsibilities, please view the Director of Assessment, Federal Programs and Future Readiness job description.

External candidates must have a resume entered into Unified Talent Applicant Tracking, prior to the closing date , in order to be considered for a position. Cover letters and copies of transcripts are optional. Verification of certification and transcripts will be requested upon hire.

All applicants must apply through Affton's Unified Talent Applicant Tracking website at:

https://affton.schoolspring.com

AFFTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & E-VERIFY PARTICIPANT