Senior Administrator, Title I

Wake County Public Schools; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 61.344 - 74.489; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wake County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Senior Administrator for Title I Low Performing School Support. This role involves managing Title I initiatives, collaborating across departments, and fostering professional development for educators in low-performing schools.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and possess extensive knowledge of Title I legislation and best practices for educational improvement. The position allows for a hybrid telework schedule.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive knowledge of Title I programs and federal regulations.
• Experience in data analysis for identifying educational improvement strategies.
• Ability to develop and facilitate professional learning for educators.

Aufgaben

• Manage and coordinate Title I program activities.
• Design professional development for instructional staff.
• Support schools in achieving Title I compliance and improvement.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of Title I legislation

Data analysis

Leadership and team building

Communication skills

Coaching and support

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction or related field

Three years experience as a teacher or administrator

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR

WORKING TITLE

Title I Low Performing School Support

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Title I/Academics

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Administrator-Band 3

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE:

Manages and coordinates Title I program activities and assigned staff for the implementation of Title I programs as an integral part of the total curriculum and instructional program, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements specifically for Low Performing Title I funded schools. Collaborates with other departments, schools, and community groups to ensure a coordinated effort in providing an effective instructional program for all students in Low Performing Title I funded schools. Designs and delivers professional development activities to instructional coaches and school system staff in Low Performing Title I schools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Title I legislation and federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to Title I programs;
• Extensive knowledge of the needs of Title I students from diversified backgrounds and various learning abilities and styles;
• Extensive knowledge of the use data analysis to identify trends and recommend practical, actionable strategies for improvement;
• Extensive knowledge and experience in facilitating professional learning communities and leadership development opportunities focused on school turnaround;
• Demonstrate leadership and team building skills;
• Utilize Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to provide consistent coaching and strategic support and deliver professional development to Principals and leadership teams in Low Performing schools;
• Ability to lead progress monitoring efforts to ensure schools stay aligned with district and state improvement expectations;
• Ability to partner with central office staff to align resources and support directly to the needs of LP schools;
• Ability to serve as a direct connection between the Office of Title I Programs and LP schools to ensure ongoing communication and accountability.
• Ability to build relationships of trust with Principals, while having the flexibility to adapt quickly to the unique challenges of all Low Performing Title I funded schools;
• Ability to assess program needs and plan short and long-range programs for Low Performing Title I funded schools;
• Ability to analyze, understand and recommend strategies and support based on the data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, teachers, support staff, vendors, and federal and state contacts.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Curriculum and Instruction,
• Educational Administration, or related field;
• Three years of experience as a teacher or administrator in an elementary school.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator's License in a content teaching area;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working directly with Title I and/or low-performing schools;
• Proven success in leading school turnaround or transformation work;
• Strong understanding of state accountability systems and improvement planning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides leadership for the development and implementation of specific programs in Low Performing Title I funded schools, including literacy and math intervention, parental involvement, pre-kindergarten, and/or extended learning programs. Develops long and short range goals and plans for the improvement of initiatives in Low Performing Title I funded schools; evaluates goals and plans to determine effectiveness and identify needs.
2. Supports the Title I Schoolwide program in planning and implementing school reform strategies. Assists Low Performing Title I funded schools in analyzing and reviewing data to address Title I school improvement requirements. Coordinates supplemental educational services under Title I school improvement.
3. Collaborates with school system staff in identifying professional development needs in Low Performing Title I funded schools. Designs and delivers professional development related to Title I programs.
4. Works in collaboration with various school system departments, school-based staff, and community groups regarding program initiatives, implementation, and evaluation. Represents Title I and the school system on various committees and/or task force groups.
5. Stays abreast of changes in ongoing requirements of federal and state legislation as they relate to Title I programs. Reviews current research, studies, and reports as a basis for program planning.
6. Participates in recruitment, screening, selection, and assignment of staff; monitors and evaluates direct reports.
7. Adheres to local, state, and federal school laws, policies, and regulations. Interprets educational policies, programs, and procedures to a variety of audiences. Serves as a liaison between the school system and local, state, and federal agencies.
8. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work occasionally requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 12/2025

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.