Supervisor of Guidance, Scheduling, and Math (K-5)

The Upper Darby School District is seeking applicants to fill a Supervisor of Guidance, Scheduling, and Math (K-5) position located at the Administration Building - 

JOB GOAL
Provides leadership and oversight for the district's comprehensive school counseling program, master scheduling processes,
and K–5 mathematics curriculum and instruction. This position ensures alignment with Pennsylvania Department of Education
(PDE) regulations, district strategic goals, and best practices in academic planning, student support services, and mathematics
achievement. The Supervisor works collaboratively with building administrators, teachers, counselors, and central office staff
to promote student success and operational efficiency. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Oversee implementation of a comprehensive K–5 school counseling program aligned with PDE standards.
2. Supervise and evaluate school counselors and teachers.
3. Ensure compliance with Chapter 339 School Counseling Plan requirements.
4. Monitor student academic progress, graduation pathways, and career readiness initiatives.
5. Support student mental health initiatives in collaboration with student services personnel.
6. Oversee development and implementation of district master schedules.
7. Ensure equitable student access to required coursework and advanced programming.
8. Analyze enrollment projections and staffing needs to inform scheduling decisions.
9. Utilize student information systems and scheduling software to optimize efficiency.
10. Provide leadership in K–5 mathematics curriculum development and alignment to Pennsylvania Academic Standards.
11. Supervise and evaluate mathematics staff and counseling staff (as assigned).
12. Analyze student achievement data to inform instructional improvement strategies.
13. Lead curriculum review cycles and resource adoption processes.
14. Coordinate professional development in mathematics instruction and assessment.
15. Support MTSS implementation in mathematics.
16. Serve as a member of the district leadership team.
17. Collaborate with building principals to support instructional improvement.
18. Present reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of School Directors.
19. Support district strategic planning initiatives.
20. Maintain effective communication with families and community stakeholders.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Education Level             Education Details                                                   Req         Pref

Bachelors Degree            In Education, Counseling, or related field                       X
Masters Degree               In Education, Counseling, or related field                                     X

Licenses and Certifications

Enter Licenses/Certifications        Lic/Certification Details                        Req        Pref

Pennsylvania Principal's Certificate    Valid Pennsylvania Supervisor or K-12          X

                                                      Principal Certification

                                                      PA Math Certification                                                X

SCOPE
Analytical Demands

• A high level of analytical demands involve gathering and interpreting complex data and finding solutions to unusual and difficult problems.

Mental/Visual/Stress

• Work which frequently produces a high level of mental, visual and stress fatigue. For example, work which is frequently performed under pressure, and/or which requires intense mental application or attention to details 21%-50% of work time.

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity and auditory acuity.
• Ability to communicate effectively in all aspects of the job.

Temperament

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make judgments and work under high level of stress.
• Ability to work as a leader, coordinator and a member of a team.
• Must be courteous and able to effectively manage job responsibilities.
• Must be cooperative, congenial, service oriented, and promote these qualities.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to be respectful and empathetic.

Cognitive Ability

• Ability to communicate effectively, to organize tasks, to handle multiple tasks, and to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions, to read and write, to communicate effectively, to organize tasks, to handle multiple tasks, and to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, business associates, and general community.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.

 Specific Skills

• Must possess leadership skills.
• Must possess supervisory skills.
• Ability to operate various office equipment.
• Must possess active listening skills and conflict mediation skills
• Plans and prioritizes assignments effectively. Able to handle several ongoing tasks and projects at once.
• Able to adjust to changes in the work environment.
• Reports to work on time, gives a full day’s work and makes effective use of time while on the job.
• Maintains a good attitude toward administration, fellow employees and the public.
• Maintains productive working relationship with immediate supervisor.
• Demonstrates the ability to acquire the skill required to operate new and existing software and hardware.

Workplace Expectations

• Ability to provide direction to others.
• Ability to create and delegate assignments.
• Shows initiative and the ability to complete assigned tasks without supervision.
• Ability to communicate, comprehend and perform complex computations.
• Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
• Ability to organize office setting to efficiently accomplish tasks.
• Ability to work independently and make work-related decisions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information in accordance with district policies.
• Ability to use technology for group meetings, presentations (i.e. overhead, document camera, projector and video equipment).
• Acknowledges individuals’ requests and handles them in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Promotes a positive team environment through active cooperation with others.

Physical Demands

The school recognizes that reasonable accommodations must be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or

disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

Working Environment
Working Condition

• Typical office environment
• Subject to inside environmental conditions

 NOTICES:

1. Performances of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Personnel.

2. The School District retains the right to change this job description at any time for any reason, with or without advance notice.

3. The School District retains the right to assign such additional duties as may be necessary for the efficient or effective operation of the School District.

4. The School District retains the right to change the qualifications for the job.

5. The School District retains the right to waive the necessity for any applicant or employee to have all required qualifications.

Our Mission:

It is the mission of the Upper Darby School District to provide a comprehensive educational program that develops all learners into critical thinkers, with effective communication skills, empowering them to adapt to an ever-changing world. Our students will demonstrate integrity and confidence while cultivating a learner's mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others.

Our Belief Statements:

• Upper Darby School District's academic programs are based on the following beliefs, which were endorsed by the 2007-2013 Strategic Plan Steering Committee.

We believe:

• All individuals are capable of learning.
• Individuals learn in different ways and at different rates.
• Individuals have the right to be treated with respect and dignity.
• Students are unique individuals with varied talents and skills.
• Successful learning experiences build self-esteem.
• Learning is most effective in a caring environment where high standards of social interaction are maintained.
• Education should encourage individuals to acquire knowledge and attitudes necessary to live in a changing global society.
• Critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making are essential life skills.
• Updates in technology necessitate continuous personal and organizational adjustment.
• Professional development of all staff is vital to meet the changing needs of students and to reflect current best practices.
• The educational program must meet the needs of all learners and be responsive to the needs and resources of the community.
• Cultural and ethnic diversity is a valued strength of our community.
• Society benefits when individual rights are balanced with the needs of the group as a whole.
• Quality public education directly benefits the entire community.
• Lifelong learning is essential for all individuals.
• Education is the responsibility of the entire community, the school, the family, and, most importantly, the individual.

The Upper Darby School District is an equal opportunity education institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected category. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state law, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and with federal law, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.