MAMN0267309-0000
2023-07-01T00:00:00
2023-05-01T00:00:00
DIRECTOR OF PERFORMING ARTS The Mamaroneck Union Free School District seeks collaborative, equity-minded employees who commit to develop knowledge, skills, and practices to create culturally responsive learning and working environments. Fostering and maintaining these beliefs supports high expectations and an ethic of care for all students and employees – where differences are seen as strengths to be nourished, celebrated, and welcomed.RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and support teachers and administrators in the development and implementation of an integrated experiential, collaborative and innovative approach to curriculum, instruction, and assessment in Music, Dance and Theater.Establish and maintain the vertical coordination of curriculum between the elementary, intermediate, and secondary levels. Determine, plan, and implement professional development, including course development (where applicable) assessments for learning, differentiated instruction, and equitable student access.Support teachers to effectively use student performance data for sharing best practices and improving student learning.In collaboration with administrators, supervise and evaluate teachers on a regular basis in accordance with the District’s Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) Plan. Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all district-owned equipment, coordinate instrumental loan system and assume responsibility for maintenance and repairs.Supervise the budget, procurement and delivery of instructional supplies and equipment. Work with administrators, teachers and PACE department chairperson to organize and facilitate Performing Arts department meetings. Determine appropriate assessments to provide data on student achievement.Work with administrators to recruit, interview, and recommend for hiring certified pre-K–12 Music, Dance and Theater candidates. Make arrangements for student participation in district, county, state, and national music and arts festivals, arranging and scheduling transportation.Represent the district at local, state and national arts organization meetings such as NYSSMA, NYSCAME, WCALA and WCSMAWork with administrators to create staff schedules and assignments.Work with administrators, teachers, PACE department chairperson and Director of Public Information to create, maintain and oversee the district performance calendar.Work with community organizations to create opportunities to showcase MUFSD Performing Arts within the community. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Strong command of New York State Learning Standards K - 12 Experience designing and implementing professional development opportunities aligned to varying Music, Dance and Theater content.Demonstrated knowledge of NYS Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Frameworks Ability to analyze data to improve instructional practice and student learning outcomes Capable of implementing rigorous instructional strategies that set high expectations for teachers and all children including students with disabilities and English Language LearnersMinimum of five years administrative experienceNYS SDA/SDL Certification REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply.
School Leader
Mamaroneck
Lower Hudson Valley
Annual wage
Fixed