Director for Language, Equity and Cultural Arts (Current Gadsden ISD Employees Only)

Implements, supports and monitors the development and implementation of programs that address the Bilingual Multicultural Act, the Indian Education Act, the Hispanic Education Act and Fine Arts Education Act Directly supervises Fine Arts/Library coordinator. Other duties may be assigned. Complies with the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession; upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives, regulations, GISD school board policies, as well as local, state and federal regulations. Contributes to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of education by fostering equality, fairness and diversity across the school community, including creating, leading and supporting opportunities for involvement. Collaborates with the Associate Superintendent of Finance as Control Agent. Implements to their professional practice the perspective that comes from a non-traditional educational background or an understanding of the experiences of those underrepresented in the educational field. Compiles budgets based on documented program needs by ensuring programs are cost effective and budgets are managed prudently. Working knowledge of short and long-term planning, budgeting, and program development Plan for and monitor expenditures of state and federal grant funds through Title III, Fine Arts Education Act, and emerging grants related to the job title. Maintain an inventory of materials and equipment used specifically from Title III funding. Completes Title III application annually, monitors progress, and updates outcomes to demonstrate success of Title III program. Advocates for programs to meet the needs of marginalized student populations. Assists in the assessment and evaluation of the effectiveness of District programs and the delivery of these programs. Collaborate with the District Test Coordinator to ensure all federal testing mandates are met. Provides leadership that ensures a quality instructional program to include curriculum development, instructional delivery of the developed curriculum, and student outcomes. Collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer on matters of concern, recommends, and evaluates the action needed to alleviate the needs of students and schools. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction of 2nd language learners. Ensures a student-centered, equitable instructional program that is culturally and linguistically responsive. Directs the Superintendent's Equity Council through planning agendas and reviewing student outcomes to assess programming. Work with district teams to analyze student language acquisition data. Directs District Specialists in developing learning opportunities for teachers and instructional assistants. Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities, and self-selected professional growth activities. Attends district team meetings, principal meetings, etc. Must be willing to direct and maintain a program whose sole purpose is to encourage student success at all levels. Assist in the development of the District Education Plan Supervise the implementation of the Digital Equity Survey submission process and report results Ability to build strong partnerships in an environment of collaboration, both internally and externally Ability to develop and sustain a team approach to program and service development Excellent ability to adapt communication and interpersonal style to various audiences and be willing to make oral presentations before large groups of people. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Performs other duties as needed, required, or assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the department District Instructional Specialists and Coordinator of Fine Arts/Library

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, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Master's Degree (M.A.) in Educational Administration. Minimum 5 years principal experience Minimum 5 years teaching experience Minimum of 3 years experience working with marginalized populations Requires knowledge of Yazzie Martinez, Black Equity Act, Hispanic Education Act, Indian Education Act, Fine Arts Act

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

New Mexico Level 3B Administrative License New Mexico Teacher License with Bilingual, TESOL New Mexico Teacher License with Visual Arts endorsement (preferred)

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

Ability to use multiple virtual instructional platforms. Proficient in Google Suites Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites Ability to use multiple student data platforms.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general education periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators and staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The information required for this job will be documented in a computer. Computer-assisted presentations will also be made as a regular part of the job. Maintains emotional control under stress.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Working with researching information, entering data, or information into a computer requires quietness in the workplace. Working with teachers and principals in classrooms and schools requires tolerance to noise.