Program Manager

Program Manager For PK-3 MathematicsLocation: Administration or As AssignedReports to: Director, Elementary Curriculum and InstructionFLSA Status: ExemptSalary Band: 7Compensation: $ 68,891.00 - $ 93,003.00Internal applicants are required to upload a resume to their applicationWe are seeking a Program Manager for PK-3 Mathematics to support school leaders and teachers in the planning, monitoring, and implementation of all mathematics programming through a deep understanding of the PK-3 Ohio Learning Standards. By providing high-quality professional development and coaching for PK-3 mathematics teachers, the Program Manager will help CMSD PK-3 scholars become proficient in mathematics. This PK-3 Mathematics Program Manager position requires an individual with superior leadership and analytical, execution, and change management skills. This position will serve as a key contributor to the success of Cleveland's teachers, leaders, and scholars.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides direction and leadership in the development of mathematics curriculum for grades PK-3Ensures the PK-3 mathematics program is in alignment with the Ohio Learning Standards for PK-3 MathematicsProvides consistent support to school leaders and teachers to ensure high levels of implementation of core mathematics programs through research-based best practices and data-driven instructionReviews and evaluates results of state and District assessments, determines trends, and develops and implements action plans to ensure that the District meets and exceeds the District core measuresProvides targeted job-embedded support to teachers and school leaders by implementing an intensive cycle of content support that includes but is not limited to classroom observations, co-teaching, modeling, co-planning, co-facilitating 100 minutes, analyzing student data for action planning, etc.Collaborates with Academic Progress Teams and teachers to develop, monitor, and support the strategies and action steps included in the Academic Achievement PlansParticipates in the evaluation, selection, and acquisition of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and textbooks to support of the mathematics curriculumAssists teachers and school leaders in analyzing data (screening, diagnostic, formative and summative) and identifying necessary academic supports; helps establish protocols and procedures to analyze student work and identify specific areas of need for improvementDesigns and facilitates targeted professional learning to increase teacher capacity and effectiveness and raise student achievementProvides support for creating and implementing selected curricular resources; assists teachers to adjust, modify, and enrich curricular approaches and improve instructional practicesEstablishes and maintains cooperative relationships with a variety of stakeholdersCollaborates with other departments within the Division of Academics as well as other divisions by providing technical assistance and support in the development and/or implementation of District programs, practices, and processesManages targeted curriculum projects on behalf of the Academics Leadership TeamEngages in continuous learning through professional reflection and active collaboration with colleaguesDesigns and delivers instructional content for diverse stakeholders in print, electronic and/or presentation formatPerform other related duties as requiredQualificationsBachelors in Elementary Education or Mathematics in Early Childhood Required, Masters PreferredMinimum of 5 years teaching mathematicsMust have a strong aptitude in mathematicsAbility to analyze data and research best practices in mathematics to support school leaders and teachers with the implementation of research-based curriculumAbility to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and initiativesPossess a strong understanding of data, formative and summative assessments, and a familiarity with how to interpret and deliver data presentations to support principal and teacher understanding of class, grade level, and school level data in support of learning (e.g., ODE Assessments)Deep knowledge of the cycle of teaching and learning with the ability to coach and teach others in this understandingDeep understanding of the three mathematical shifts (Focus, Coherence, Rigor) and the ability to coach and teach others in this understandingDeep understanding of the Mathematics Ohio Learning Standards in PK-3 with the ability to provide professional development and coaching to all educators in this areaDeep knowledge in the curriculum choices of CMSD in PK-3 mathematicsDeep knowledge in best practice teaching strategies specific to PK-3 mathematicsAbility to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects, and responsibilitiesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, school leaders, students, and the publicAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsExpected moving, walking, and standing consistent with an office environment, and occasionally lifting up to 15 poundsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and armsThe employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a normal office environment.Local travel may be required for training/meetings.Note: The above-stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of management to assign other tasks of a similar nature or level of responsibility.