Director of Elementary Schools

Director of Elementary Schools Wythe County Public Schools Wythe County Public Schools - Wytheville, Virginia This job is also posted in Wythe County Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5717739

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

PERSONNEL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

May 15, 2026 Director of Elementary Schools

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To provide leadership and assistance to elementary school principals and elementary teachers in the development and execution of instructional programs that are designed to accomplish the instructional goals and objectives of the school division.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Holds a Masters degree from an accredited college or university and a Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision PreK-12, or as an elementary school supervisor, or as an elementary school principal. 2. Has, within the past ten years, a minimum of five successful years of experience as a teacher, principal, administrator or supervisor. At least three years shall have been as an elementary school principal or assistant principal. 3. Demonstrates the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, citizens, the superintendent of schools, and community agencies.

REPORTS TO

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communicates a clear vision of instructional excellence and continual improvement that are consistent with school division goals. 2. Coordinates the development and implementation of the division's elementary curriculum. 3. Monitors and evaluates elementary school instructional programs and achievement of division goals and objectives. 4. Gathers and analyzes data and makes program and curriculum decisions and recommendations based on the data. 5. Plans and coordinates curriculum development workshops and related training. 6. Coordinates the development of curriculum materials and instructional packages. 7. Acts as a liaison with national, state and community agencies as related to the elementary program. 8. Assists in the planning and implementation of the elementary school testing program. 9. Coordinates special elementary school funding programs such as the Virginia Literacy Act, Federal Title Programs, the Virginia Preschool Initiative, Class Size Reduction, etc. 10. Recommends and facilitates the acquisition of instructional materials and equipment for use in the elementary schools. 11. Assists in the articulation of the K-12 instructional program, including ELL and Gifted. 12. Keeps abreast of current educational trends and programs for elementary schools. 13. Coordinates textbook adoption for elementary schools. 14. Coordinates and supervises accreditation activities for the division's elementary schools. 15. Helps to implement a systematic plan for classroom supervision. 16. Prepares reports on the effectiveness and efficiency of the elementary instructional program. 17. Recommends needed changes in the elementary instructional program. 18. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisor(s).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Twelve-month contract. Salary to be established by the school board.

EVALUATION

Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations for evaluation of supervisory personnel. Current employees of the Wythe County School Board may submit a letter of interest and a current resume. All other interested and qualified applicants may submit a completed application form and supporting documents: Director of Human Resources Wythe County Public Schools 1570 West Reservoir Street Wytheville, VA 24382

Telephone:

(276) 228-5411;

Fax:

(276) 228-9192

Web Site:

https://wythe.k12.va.us/home

Application Deadline:

Until Filled

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker:

1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411. You may also contact these individuals at: https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681 For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements