Job description
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POSITION PROPERTIES
Position Title
Director of Fine Arts
Schedule / Grade
Min/Max
Job Code
01DIRCT213
FLSA
Exempt
Calendar
ADSUP-S
Benefits
Eligible
Contract Type
Administrative
Bargaining Unit
None
Revised Date
4/20/23
PURPOSE
The Columbia Public School District is seeking a director to lead the system wide coordination and articulation of the Fine Arts Program, encompassing instrumental music (band and orchestra), vocal music, visual art, and theatrical arts. The director will work collaboratively with administrators and teachers to support quality curriculum and program implementation through professional learning, consultation and resource acquisition.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Provides leadership in developing a continuous program of curriculum development and improvement
Assists in the development and implementation of a continuous philosophy in the subject areas assigned
Works with teachers and administrators in the development of instructional goals
Aids as a consultant in the improvement of instruction
Assists teachers in utilizing effective instructional practices
Organizes and develops in service/staff development activities which focus on improving instruction
Writes proposals for grants and participates in their implementation.
Coordinates the purchase and distribution of equipment and materials
Prepares the departmental budget requests and monitors expenditures
Works with teacher committees in planning and developing specific programs, selecting appropriate instructional materials, and maintaining curriculum guides
Develops and maintains a resource center for teachers
Assists the district administration and principals in evaluating the curricular program
Interprets the curricular program to all segments of the community and Partners in Education
Management of community partnerships and collaborations
Transportation as related to fine arts events and needs
Group Educational Travel
Recruitment and retention across all fine arts courses to maintain consistent teacher quality and vision across the district
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS
All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit
http://www.cpsk12.org
.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Supervises: 4 Fine Arts Secretaries and approximately 125 fine arts teachers (currently across the 3 disciplines art, music, theater - prek-12); Administrate all fine arts related stipends and activities including speech and debate.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
Master’s degree in Education, Fine Arts or related field. Missouri teaching certificate in Fine Arts.
Preferred:
Leadership in the areas of instructional techniques and innovations, and budget management, as well as successful teaching experience.
Ideal Candidate:
Have a solid understanding of fine arts content area and pedagogical practices to ensure high level engagement and mastery of students, and have experience teaching fine arts in multiple grade levels.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Language: Read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals; Write reports and correspondence; Answer telephone calls and direct callers to appropriate personnel; Demonstrate strong listening skills; Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills; Present information to teachers, staff, other administrators, families, and the Board of Education; Keep information confidential when required by law, policy, or the nature of a situation
Reasoning: Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Solve problems when such problems have a variety of concrete variables. Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Technology: Demonstrate strong computer skills including word processing, and working with spreadsheets and databases; understand and submit online reports; Learn new systems and software.
Other Skills: Demonstrate interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with a variety of staff members; Safeguard confidential information. Be a self-starter and work independently.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, an employee is regularly required to move about, talk, and hear; Close vision ability to look at a computer screen for long periods of time is required.
Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Conditions and Environment: The work environment is consistent with a typical office environment; at times, many staff members may be present and speaking simultaneously.
Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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