Director, Compensatory Programs Position Available In Chatham, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Director of Compensatory Programs at Savannah-Chatham County Schools oversees the Title I Program, ensuring compliance with federal mandates and district initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role requires a Master's degree in education, educational leadership certification, and prior teaching and management experience. The position involves coordinating federal programs, tracking expenditures, and providing technical assistance to schools for improvement. The salary for this role is based on certification level and experience, with an annual contract and 250 work days.
Job Description
Director, Compensatory Programs
Savannah-Chatham County Schools
SUPPORT SERVICES
– Savannah, Georgia This job is also posted in Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
Job Details
Job ID:
5108568
Application Deadline:
May 01, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 17, 2025
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION
This position is responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of the Title I Program in accordance with the federal mandates of the Every Student Success Act (ESSA), and the district’s school development initiatives.
REPORTS TO
Executive Director, Student Support Services
SALARY SCHEDULE
Teacher
WORK DAYS
250
REQUIREMENTS:
1.
Education Level:
Master’s degree in education from an accredited college or university
Preferred:
Education Specialist degree from an accredited college or university
2.
Experience, Skill, and Certification:
Valid certification in educational leadership
Three or more years of classroom teaching experience
Prior experience in management and administration
Preferred:
Valid certification in educational content area
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Coordinates program and fiscal aspects of Title I, Title IV, McKinney Vento, and Neglected & Delinquent to meet the requirements of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).
Works with the leaders of The Office of Instructional Excellence in developing and implementing the federal and state Compensatory Programs and the district’s School and Academic Improvement initiatives. Monitors and tracks expenditures of state and federal grants for accuracy and compliance.
Develop and monitor procedures for the purpose of complying with District, State, and Federal regulations and guidelines.
Oversees federal programs in the Consolidated Application, by administering, coordinating, and monitoring the development of fiscal and program documents for Consolidated Application Programs.
Completes and submits the annual Title I Comparability Report for the school district. Coordinates the completion of the Comprehensive LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP).
Organizes, coordinates, and monitors efforts for compliance in the following programs: Family Engagement, Homeless programs, Neglected & Delinquent, and School Improvement.
Provides technical assistance to schools identified for school improvement in the development of their Comprehensive Needs Assessment, School Improvement Plans, and budgets. Consults with charter and private school officials annually to disseminate information about the federal educational programs available in the district and how charter and private schools qualify to participate in them. Develop plans for providing tutors and educational materials to participating private schools, institutions and homeless shelters to ensure that at-risk children receive equitable services. Serves as district administrative contact for the Consolidated Application and collaborates with appropriate personnel to oversee the federal programs it funds. Maintains accurate and appropriate documentation necessary for federal and state compliance.
Compiles schedules, reports, budgets and forms relative to federal and state regulations.
Participates in district meetings and workshops for the purpose of identifying issues, developing recommendations, providing training, or gathering information required to perform functions.
Prepares and delivers oral and written reports, recommendations, and presentations to the Board, committees, parents, and others regarding federal programs.
Performs other federally approved duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization. Non-Essential Responsibilities
A responsibility is considered to be “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:
it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.
Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition. (NONE)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Incumbents will receive an annual contract. The work calendar will be 250 days. Salary will be determined based on level of certification and allowable experience. Physical and Sensory Demands
OFFICE:
Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$74,754 to $134,106 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
