Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Jefferson Township Local School District

Position Summary

The Executive Director of Teaching and Learning serves as the instructional leader and district-level principal. This position is responsible for providing visionary leadership in curriculum, instruction, assessment, school improvement, student achievement, and the day-to-day administration of the schools. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the Superintendent, Curriculum Specialist staff, students, families, and community stakeholders to ensure a rigorous, equitable, and student-centered educational experience.

This position serves as the Instructional Leader of the Junior and Senior High School and supporting the K-6 school environment while also providing district leadership in teaching and learning initiatives. Due to the scope of responsibilities, a valid Superintendent License issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is required.

Reports To: Superintendent

Employment Status:    Full Time

FLSA Status:220 Days

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Ohio Superintendent License.
• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful building-level administrative experience.
• Demonstrated success in improving student achievement and organizational effectiveness.
• Knowledge of Ohio education laws, regulations, and accountability systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Preferred:

• Experience leading secondary schools.
• Experience with district-level curriculum and instructional leadership.
• Experience in strategic planning, school improvement, and data analysis.
• Experience managing budgets and personnel.

Essential Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

• Serve as the chief instructional leader for the district.
• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment programs.
• Monitor student achievement data and implement strategies to improve academic outcomes.
• Ensure alignment of curriculum and instructional practices with Ohio Learning Standards.
• Facilitate professional learning opportunities focused on instructional excellence.
• Promote innovative instructional practices that support college, career, and military readiness.
• Communicates with the Superintendent in a timely and efficiently manner
• Implements the adopted Board curriculum with fidelity and support to ensure staff and student needs are met

Building Leadership

• Serve as the instructional leader
• Supervise and evaluate certified and classified staff each year as required by ODEW
• Implements practices and procedures, rules and regulation within the school as according to the requirements of ODEW
• Requisition and inventory of supplies, textbooks, equipment, and other resources for the functioning of the building with the support of the Superintendent
• Maintain a positive, safe, and supportive school culture and monitor school discipline to identify areas to address
• Communicate in advance with the Superintendent regarding absences and coordinate with the remaining district leadership for support
• Confer with the Superintendent regarding expulsion recommendations prior to scheduling the meeting
• Supervise the custodial and food service staff 
• Oversee student attendance, discipline, behavior interventions, and restorative practices.
• Coordinate school operations, schedules, activities, and special programs.
• Lead school improvement planning and implementation

District Leadership

• Collaborate with the Superintendent to establish district instructional priorities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans and continuous improvement initiatives
• Represent the district in community events including but not limited to Board Meetings 
• Support district compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Monitor the district initiatives related to curriculum, assessment, MTSS, gifted education, intervention services, and academic programming.
• Assist with accreditation, accountability, and reporting requirements.

Personnel Leadership

• Recruit, mentor, support, and retain high-quality staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct evaluations and provide meaningful feedback to staff.
• Develop leadership capacity among teachers and support personnel.

Family and Community Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with families, community organizations, higher education institutions, and business partners.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding school and district initiatives.
• Represent the district at community meetings, events, and professional organizations.

Fiscal and Operational Management

• Assist in developing and monitoring school and departmental budgets.
• Ensure effective stewardship of district resources.
• Support grant development and implementation efforts.
• Oversee the allocation of instructional resources and materials.
• Plans and implements the required safety drills.
• Supervises the school's extra-curricular activities 

Leadership Expectations

The Executive Director of Teaching and Learning will:

• Demonstrate a relentless focus on student achievement.
• Model integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
• Foster a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability.
• Promote equity and access for all students.
• Utilize data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Build collaborative relationships across the district and community.

Additional Duties: 

Complete other duties as assigned by the Superintendent