Job description

CAPS Director of Early Literacy (K-5)
Overall description: Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) or his designee, the Director of Early Literacy will facilitate the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Savvas MyView Literacy program (K-5) and Literacy intervention centers at all elementary campuses.

Education and Certification

• Teacher certification
• Administrative certification preferred
• Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees required

Knowledge and skills

• Thorough knowledge of effective professional development including coaching and mentoring
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Extensive knowledge of technology and instructional application including the Science of Reading (SoR)
• Extensive knowledge of NJDOE standards
• Campus-based Leadership
• Knowledge of federal and state compliance and requirements

Experience

• Minimum three years of early childhood/early literacy curriculum and instruction experience
• Minimum five years of campus/district leadership experience

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Network K-5 ELA Grade Level Leads and support leaders and coaches supporting with the ELA program
• Support in the recruitment of high-quality teachers

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee all aspects of the elementary literacy programs management and execution of CAPS overall vision for early literacy education
• Develop and revise K-5 curriculum as needed
• Assist with planning, implementation, and classroom organization to facilitate language, literacy, and development for K-5 students
• Develop and conduct professional development sessions, including methods for supporting K-5 students and current best practices
• Provide elementary literacy training K-5 based on SoR research
• Develop and direct continuing evaluations of the K-5 programs using a created blueprint that guides network expectations
• Provide assistance and support to campuses on program assessments, self-assessments, program planning
• Collaborate with Sp.ED and ELL support staff at each campus
• Oversee the programs’ compliance with all applicable regulations
• Maintain a campus visit schedule to (a) monitor and guide implementation integrity, (b) coach, and (c) facilitate grade-level ELA meetings
• Analyze student achievement data and use the analysis to guide teams in improving various aspects of implementation
• Track all visits and proactively communicate frequently with school-based leaders, the 6-12 Director of ELA, and the Academic Committee
• Summarize major successes and challenges periodically at meetings of various leadership groups
• Work with the IT department in addressing and meeting the needs of the programs for IT support and equipment
• Assist in the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program
• Carry out other duties assigned by the CAO or designee

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Jersey: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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