BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB#24-171

SUPERVISOR OF ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

DATE: DECEMBER 11, 2024

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION:

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

Supervisor of Adult and Continuing Education

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 New York State District Administrator (SDA), New York State School Supervisor (SAS), or School Building Leader (SBL) Certificate by the time of the appointment. It is required that candidates must attach a PDF or screen shot of their certifications. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of certificated teaching an/or appropriate and approved Supervisory experience. Candidates with prior Assistant Principal or administrative experience in an urban school district or in a district with an urban population are preferred.

OVERVIEW:

Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state and federal attention and investment in BPS has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career.

Under the leadership of Superintendent, Dr. Tonja Williams, BPS has entered into the New Education Bargain with Students and Parents. Currently, BPS is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the District’s 59 schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional, and physical need of approximately 34,000 students through the elements of the New Education Bargain. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with aim of moving BPS toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervisors report direct to the Director of Adult and Continuing Education. Candidates will be responsible for assisting the Director in:

• Working to develop and maintain clear lines of communication and collaboration between staff, administrators, students and parents:

• Created and communicate a Comprehensive Education Plan aligned with the District’s vision and gals;

• Develop, oversee, and achieve objectives to ensure a focus on student achievement and a highly effective learning climate;

• Gather, analyze, and disaggregate date for informed instructional improvements;

• Coordinate the school’s staff development program for all faculty and staff;

• Oversee all aspects of developmentally appropriate curriculum and implementation (development, deliver, and evaluation);

• Conduct classroom observations and evaluations of teachers;

• Work effectively with all teachers to foster their professional growth and performance;

• Work collaboratively with the Department of Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction to implement all necessary and require District plan;

• Foster a positive school climate where student discipline concerns are addressed in a manner that promotes student responsibility and mutual respect;

• Demonstrate continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills;

• Represent the school at conferences and/or district meetings;

• Conduct faculty and grade level meetings;

• Formalize building operational procedures;

• Coordinate the planning, preparation, and dissemination of the school’s master schedule for faculty and staff assignments;

• Ensure adherence to legal concepts, state and federal regulations and Board of Education policies;

• Implement and monitor approved school budget expenditures including student activity funds, grants and general accounts;

• Monitor building maintenance and improvements;

• Develop and communicate a plan addressing building safety and conduct planned fire drills;

• Submit accurate reports to Central Office when reques4d in a timely manner;

• Exhibit strategies that promote the understanding, sensitivity and respect of multi-cultural and ethnic diversity;

• Establish and facilitate a Site-Based Management Team which meets on a regular basis;

• Collaborate with universities, colleges, school-based partnerships and agencies to develop and implement programs that enhance student achievement with district contractual guidelines;

• Organize and support programs for Student Orientation, Open House, etc.

• And maintain positive and effective relationships with all organization and committees involved with the building

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: JANUARY 3, 2025

DR. TONJA WILLIAMS KNIGHT

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS