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School Director - Lower School (Gr K-5) - 997295
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Job Number: 506327
Work Type: Full Time with Full Benefits
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Department: USD Lower
Categories: Teaching - JK - 12
| About Us: |
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| Job Title: | School Director - Lower School (Gr K-5) - 997295 |
| Location: | Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida |
| Work Type: | Full Time with Full Benefits |
| Job Category: | Exempt |
| Hiring Range: | Commensurate with experience. |
| Pay Basis: |
Annually |
| Subject to Grant Funding?: | No |
| Essential Job Functions: | 1. Administers and supervises assigned areas of educational activity which relate to administration, curriculum and instruction, guidance, extra-curricular activities, public relations, teaching staff, associate directors and varied personnel. 2. Maintains congruency between the school's mission statement and all activities of the lower school and promotes and enhances the image and reputation of the division. 3. Acts as the educational leader of the school division, responsible for the day-to-day operation; develops a dynamic professional learning community within the division that actively engages all stakeholders. 4. Uses research-based practices to create, implement and monitor school improvement plans and improve academic and operational functions under his/her control. 5. Observes, supervises, and helps evaluate the faculty in the development and implementation of curriculum; supervises the teaching process, and reviews and evaluates the academic programs. 6. Makes recommendations to the Head of School for improvements affecting economy, efficiency, and quality functions and operations; explains, interprets and enforces policies, methods and procedures. 7. Utilizes resources/expertise to improve personnel processes, instructional processes and all academic operations and functions under his/her control. 8. Develops, monitors and controls budget and funds as assigned. 9. Works closely with students, parents, school staff, agencies, NSU/community groups and other entities. 10. To be aware of the educational, physical, social, and psychological needs of the members of our school community and to develop plans for meeting these needs. 11. Oversees and directs the activities of the department chairs, the sponsors of various student organizations and activities, and faculty committees. 12. Ensures compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies; maintains the educational standards established by the State of Florida and by those agencies that examine and accredit the school. 12. Ensures compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies; maintains the educational standards established by the State of Florida and by those agencies that examine and accredit the school. 13. Oversees physical condition of the building and grounds to assure student safety and forward requests to Physical Plant. 14. Works with other directors in developing coordinated programs which respond to mission and needs. 15. Performs other duties as assigned or required. |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: | 1. Ability to interpret and explain guidelines, policies and procedures. 2. Decision-making, problem solving, and analytical skills. 3. Excellent organization and planning skills. 4. Takes initiative, is flexible, and provides great attention to detail and accuracy. 5. Excellent written and oral communication skills. 6. Information gathering and monitoring skills, including the ability to analyze data and prepare reports while maintaining confidentiality. |
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| Required Certifications/Licensures: | |
| Required Education: | Master's Degree |
| Major (if required): | |
| Required Experience: | 1. Minimum of five (5) years administrative experience in a school setting. 2. Experience in managing curriculum development, budgeting, group leadership, public relations issues. |
| Preferred Qualifications: | 1. Demonstrated leadership ability in promoting 21st century learning and technology integration. 2. Experience in a variety of areas within the education profession. 3. A fond regard and respect for children. 4. A commitment to implementing the school's mission with a focus on personalized learning and innovative programming. |
| Is this a safety sensitive position? | No |
| Background Screening Required? | Yes |
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| Sensitivity Disclaimer: | Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. |
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