JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a director or the superintendent, the assistant administrator of Early Learning is responsible for the supervision of early learning programs including, but not limited to, Preschool Promise, Early Intervention, and Early Childhood Special Education. In that role, the assistant administrator may supervise both licensed and classified personnel, is responsible for and authorizes expenditures for a significant ($300,000+) portion of the budget, and has primary responsibilities for implementing programs and services which serve school districts, children, and families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is responsible for the design, implementation, evaluation, improvement, and reporting requirements of programs or program strands which serve local district staff or students, and families directly or which provide consulting services to partner agency staff who serve students directly.
• Supervises and evaluates key members of these teaching and learning staff, which may include instructional coaches and special education staff; providing support, opportunities, coaching, and guidance for professional growth, and timely performance evaluation in a manner that promotes team development and effective work.
• Manages and authorizes expenditures for a significant ($300,000+) portion of the budget.
• Oversees and is responsible for grant-funded programs, including reporting requirements.
• Expands learning opportunities for students in an ongoing effort to improve services and programs, offer instructional pathways based on best practices, and maximize progress.
• In consultation with supervisor, staff, advisory committees, District Administrator Team, and/or superintendent, determines program design and direction.
• Works to create a collaborative and innovative culture for all students and staff, across the district, and throughout the community.
• Develops new projects and write new grants as need and opportunity arise.
  Serves as liaison to ODE and other external agencies.
• Adheres to workplace expectations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to and from school locations in the Klamath County service area and may be required to travel on overnight assignments.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• A Master’s Degree, Oregon teaching and administrative licenses or Authorization from the Oregon Department of Education as an Early Childhood Supervisor; 3-5 years of teaching experience. Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) experience is preferred. Expert demonstration and knowledge in several or all areas of the position.
• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry.
• Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication techniques.
• Ability to appropriately communicate with diverse staff and others including outside agencies.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate well with others.
• Consistently focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with students, staff, parents, and the public.
• Ability to cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff.
• Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Mathematical Skills:
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, and percentages.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to create and interpret bar graphs, pie charts, and other representations of financial data.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in a variety of situations.
• Consistently makes decisions and exercises independent judgment.
• Advanced knowledge of computer usage and Google is required. Proficient knowledge of Excel with the ability to learn complex formulas and pivot tables; ability to learn accounting software and various programs as needed.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Ability to work in an environment with constant interruptions.
• Required to demonstrate the ability to consistently work independently.
• Certificates as determined by the District including a valid Oregon Driver’s License, if required.
• Must adhere to District COVID requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate, but occasionally high depending on the student population and activities.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Frequently required to walk, stand and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms operating a computer keyboard and mouse.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, night vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified.

It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services whoever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district’s and program's goals. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any
time with or without notice as it deems advisable, pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

• TBD for 23-24, currently $457.84-531.22 per day.
• 220-day contract.
• Generous district contribution to health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
• Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession.
• District-paid PERS
• Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
• District-supported child care is available.

ADA/EEO STATEMENT

In accordance with federal and state laws, Klamath Falls City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, KFCS will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.