Job Description
Associate Director of Teaching & Learning Burlington School District The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey." The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who: Value different cultures; Engage with the community; Communicate effectively; Think creatively; Skillfully solve problems; and Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential. Burlington School District is seeking one individual to join our Teaching & Learning team as the Associate Director of Teaching & Learning. The Associate Director of Teaching & Learning (Secondary Focus) is a district-level leader who assists the Director of Curriculum and the Executive Director of School Leadership in executing the District's academic vision, with primary responsibility for middle and high school education (Grades 6-12). This role supports secondary curriculum alignment, builds teacher and coach capacity, strengthens secondary Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and supports the District's new teacher induction and mentoring programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Secondary Curriculum & MTSS Alignment In partnership with the Director of Curriculum, support the systematic development, evaluation, and revision of a guaranteed and viable curriculum across all core content areas and grade levels. Ensure instructional materials and methodologies are research-based, culturally responsive, and aligned with state and federal standards. Manage the review, adoption, and implementation of secondary (Grades 6-12) curricula across all content areas. Support the development of MTSS at the secondary level, including the implementation of robust teacher teams (PLCs, Tier 3 Teams, and ESTs) and assessment systems that support data-informed decision-making and ensure all learners achieve grade-level standards. 2. Instructional Leadership Support Provide direct support to instructional coaches across the District in partnership with the Director of Curriculum. Build the capacity of instructional coaches and support the implementation of a robust coaching model that provides consistent instructional support for teachers at the secondary level. Conduct regular non-evaluative walkthroughs with instructional leaders (coaches and principals) to calibrate instructional expectations and practices. Support the development and effectiveness of district-wide PLCs, including the facilitation and training of PLC leaders at the secondary level. 3. New Teacher Development & Mentoring Co-lead the District's onboarding, induction, and mentoring programs for new and early-career educators. Match novice educators with qualified mentors and monitor the effectiveness of mentoring relationships. Design targeted professional learning opportunities to strengthen teacher retention, classroom management, and instructional practice. 4. District-Wide Responsibilities Support district-wide substitute recruitment and hiring in partnership with Human Resources. Partner with the Elementary Associate Director to coordinate pooled hiring processes for general education teaching positions, as appropriate, in collaboration with principals and Human Resources. Serve on district leadership teams, including the District Instructional Leadership Team (ILT). 5. Professional Learning Collaboratively develop professional learning opportunities in partnership with the Director of Multilingual Programs, Executive Director of Student Support Services, and Director of Equity. Support the annual development of a Professional Learning Plan for secondary staff aligned with district priorities and goals. Coordinate district-level professional learning activities, including PLCs and in-service days, in support of district goals. Collect and analyze data to identify and address professional learning needs across the District. Lead curriculum and instructional material review processes, including the piloting, evaluation, and adoption of textbooks, instructional programs, digital resources, and technology subscriptions. 6. Collaboration & Systems Leadership Partner with the Elementary Associate Director to establish a seamless PreK-12 curricular progression and vertical articulation plan. Collaborate regularly with the District Data Team to analyze student achievement trends, monitor equity gaps, and evaluate program effectiveness. Partner with the Technology Integration Team to support effective assessment and instructional practices. Serve as an active and contributing member of the District Instructional Leadership Team, helping shape district-wide academic priorities, policies, and strategic initiatives. 7. Leadership & Administration Report directly to the Director of Curriculum and provide regular progress updates on secondary curriculum, MTSS, and induction initiatives. Collaborate with instructional coaches and school counseling departments to align academic and student support systems. Support the development and implementation of school-level and district-level Continuous Improvement Plans. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of School Leadership. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Minimum Required:
Bachelor's Degree with a focus in PreK-12 Education Preferred:
Master's Degree in Education Leadership or related field Certification Required:
VT Educator Administrator License (Curriculum Director or Principal) Experience:
Three to five years of successful secondary teaching experience. Experience serving as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach, or district-level instructional leader. WORKING CONDITIONS
These are the physical and mental/reasoning requirements of the position as it is typically performed. The inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental/reasoning requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Include but may not be limited to: Face-to-Face contact Noise Levels Verbal contact with others Inside air conditioning and heat EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS
SALARY:
This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly. SCHOOL YEAR
12 months, 261 workdays (based on start date), 8 per day/40 per week BENEFITS
Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits! PAID TIME
Sick Time / Personal Time / Vacation Time. As per the Personnel Manual. Equal Opportunity Employer:
Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged. The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
