School Program Specialist

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB TITLE : School Program Specialist REPORTS TO : Supervisor, School Programs DEFINITION : Oversees the implementation of the Community Schools and Title I grants in accordance with the requirements of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and BluePrint for Maryland's Future Concentration and Poverty grant. Ensures that the programs address and support the system-wide goals and priorities. Performs other duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES : Informs schools and communities about supplemental grant options and the implications for Baltimore County Public School (BCPS). Provides assistance to school-based leadership to ensure understanding and implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Concentration of Poverty Grant, Title I, Part A Grant School Improvement Grant, and all other braided grant opportunities. Works collaboratively to ensure the needs assessments and implementation plans for braided grant programs address the needs of all stakeholders (students, families, school staff and community). Collaborates with school staff, leadership teams and central office staff to collect, analyze and summarize school data used to monitor and evaluate the effective implementation of braided grant programs. Reviews and provides feedback on the implementation of program components, as related to braided grants, such as school progress plan (SPP), family engagement plans, and Home-School Compacts. Participates in professional learning opportunities that offer strategies for effective data analysis protocols, school improvement, program monitoring and embedding equity in school-wide reform. Collaborates with central office staff and school leadership teams to plan and facilitate professional learning sessions based on program monitoring/effectiveness data and linked to overall school improvement. Assists identified schools with program planning and, the effective use of braided grant funds and maintaining required documentation. Coordinates and conducts program monitoring reviews and follow-up training sessions, in collaboration with grant accountants. Completes additional tasks as assigned to support the effective use of braided grant funds and resources. Collaborates with offices within the Division of Curriculum and Instruction and Department of Organizational Development to plan and deliver professional learning for teachers and staff in identified schools. Monitors and coaches' staff in identified schools related to school-based plans. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education, Training and Experience : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in a field related to the above duties. Five years effective teaching and/or educational leadership experience. Experience in grant development preferred. Experience in federal grant program management preferred. Licenses and Certificates : Possession of, or eligibility for an Advanced Professional Certification with and Administrator I endorsement is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge of state and/or federal grant related programs. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Knowledge of and skill in data analysis. Demonstrates knowledge of or experience in reading and/or mathematics instructional content and pedagogy. Demonstrates knowledge of best practices for differentiating instructional content, processes, and products to meet the needs of students with varying learning capabilities. Excellent leadership and management skills. Excellent communication and human relations skills. Skill in managing operating budgets. Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients and others. Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of professional and support staff. Ability to formulate, interpret, and administer policy. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights, weekends, and travel. FLSA : Exempt SALARY: Grade 08 on the BCPS CASE 12 Month payscale $88,843 - $132,017. Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System.
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees. Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required Application Instructions Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below. Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted . If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy. Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to. Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers. Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration. Pre-Employment Requirements: All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment. Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US. If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214. Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing. Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing. All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session. Additional job verification will be required for salary credit. Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 ). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 ). Contact Information
Susan B. Stansbury
Director, Staffing
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
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