BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB#24-142

SUPERVISOR OF SHARED ACCOUNTABILITY

DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 2024

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION:

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tonja M. Williams Knight, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

Supervisor of Shared Accountability

APPLICATIONS:

Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district website at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs. Click the “APPLY” button at the bottom of this page to start your application.  Once the form is completed, click the “Submit” button.

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

In order to continue the interview process, interviews for this position may be virtual due to the Covid-19 virus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and a valid New York State School New York State School District Administrator (SDA/SDL/SAS/SBL) certificate by the time of application. It is required that candidates must attach a PDF or a screen shot of their certifications.  It is required that candidates must have three years of combined and approved teaching or administrative experience. Experience in working with: external providers, multiple schools and systems, deadlines, and autonomously will be considered in evaluating each candidate’s qualifications. Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills are also required for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Supervisor of Shared Accountability will report to the Director of Shared Accountability and will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Assisting in the support of District functions with performance data and metrics to improve educational effectiveness including but not exclusive to:
  • Program and curriculum assessments
  • Student performance analysis for teachers
  • Teacher/class effectiveness reporting where appropriate
  • Demographic assessment
  • Operating statistics
• Assisting in the collaboration with BOCES and NYSED authorities to ensure District compliance and effectiveness.
• Assisting in the provision of research and analysis as required.
• Assisting in the management of quality testing program and investigating reported breaches of standard protocols.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking in the use of data, have the ability to partner with a wide constituency, and have hands-on experience with:
  • Evaluation and selection of technologies for data storage, manipulation, analysis,
  • Preparation of RFPs, and
  • Creation of effective presentations which are: simple and direct and focused on recommended outcomes.
• Knowledge of state reporting process, systems, and policies, particularly as it relates to the NYSED portal and reporting processes.
• In-depth knowledge of Infinite Campus.
• Statistical data analysis experience.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of all state and district assessments.
• Assist in the development of accountability reports for school, District, state and federal levels and present reports to schools, District and state individuals.
• Assist in the state submission and analysis of data collected through assessment and research programs, ensuring the district meets all of its federal, state and local accountability requirements; enforce a commitment to the highest integrity for all data collected and reported.
• Assist in the monitoring of the progress of school performance, student achievement objectives and academic excellence indicators to assure alignment of improvement strategies; direct implementation of revised or new strategies and key standards, assessments are aligned with the district’s curriculum and instructional strategies and to ensure the appropriate resources and support needed for data-driven instruction by teachers, principals and other staff.
• Participate in the planning, management, oversight, and monitoring of school and district accountability status as related to State and Federal monitoring and compliance requirements.
• Assisting in the monitoring of School Improvement Grants, District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) and School Comprehensive Education Plans (SCEP).
• Assist Comprehensive and Targeted Support and Improvement school partners to efficiently navigate the district’s policies and procedures and access resources to gain flexibility in implementing the contents of the partners’ contract and the performance expectations framework.
• Assist schools with district, state, and federal grant writing, reporting requirements and report progress to the district leadership and BOE.
• Attend scheduled BOE meetings when necessary.
• Support District educational program initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff and administration and other stakeholders as necessary, including in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Participates in professional development activities to keep abreast of law, regulations, and best practices.
• Perform related duties as required including but not limited to tasks related to instructional accountability, master scheduling and supporting the District’s assessment systems.  

APPOINTMENT:

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following the assessment of training, experience, credentials, evaluation of service, program needs, and personal interview.

SALARY: Per Administrator salary schedule

FUNDING: Pending funding

FINAL DATE FOR FILLING: December 10, 2024

DR. TONJA M. WILLIAMS KNIGHT

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579.