Search for Three Directors for New Program to Accelerate AP Achievement in Alabama Schools

A+ College Ready a new division of the A+ Education Foundation, is now affiliated with the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) as one of seven states selected to replicate a successful model for dramatically increasing both student participation and achievement in Advanced Placement (AP) courses in math, science and English (MSE).  The model is based on extensive teacher training and incentives for students and teachers.  Three highly qualified Directors (one in each subject area) are being sought to help lead the implementation of the model in Alabama.  NMSI has committed $13.2 million over six years pending year-to-year progress, with A+ College Ready providing accelerating levels of matching funds. High schools in Jefferson County and Montgomery County are eligible to apply for participation in the early start-up years, with expansion to other schools planned.. Participating teachers/schools also will be supported by local Lead Teachers whom these three Directors will mentor as needed.

The Math, Science, and English Directors must be able to establish significant credibility within the state’s AP teacher community, and must have demonstrated relevant experience to manage the growth expected with this exciting new opportunity for Alabama students and teachers.  Each Director must be willing to do what it takes for success, manage multiple priorities, actively contribute to all aspects of program implementation and growth, and be entrepreneurial and nimble-minded in finding solutions for challenges facing each participating school.  Directors will be expected to travel approximately fifty percent of the time. Directors report to the A+ College Ready President and the Project Director. While these are three (3) full-time positions with A+ College Ready, expressions of interest in part-time or contractual work during the 07/08 Academic Year will be entertained from qualified candidates. Applicants currently under contract with a local school district will be required to provide written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment. Salary will be commensurate with experience; A+ College Ready offers a full benefits package and is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications will require letter of interest, resume and salary expectations be sent to marydboehm@bellsouth.net.   

Director Responsibilities

Each A+ College Ready  Math, Science, and English Director will be the champion for his/her subject area in implementing an effective training and incentive program across the state.  Successful candidates must be able to:

• Coordinate the Math, Science, or English program to ensure consistently applied high standards and equitable access for diverse students.
  • Plan, develop and implement the strategic plan for delivering a training and incentive program for math, science, or English that is available to all students;
  • Ensure each district is adhering to that strategic plan through frequent, data-driven reports and observations on performance and progress;
  • Provide curricular support as needed to all program teachers, including: assisting Lead Teachers with Vertical Team meetings, prep sessions, and classroom observations/feedback; curriculum instruction and assessment in MSE and mentoring subject teachers and conducting teacher trainings
  • Act as a sounding board and problem-solver for issues that arise.
• Develop intellectual capital.
  • Develop and leverage service offerings (e.g., trainings and materials), methodologies, and tools to ensure each district’s program is applying the best, most current thinking to schools;
  • Support training of teachers involved in the programs across the state;
  • Remain an expert in the subject and attend any relevant national MSE gatherings;
  • Serve as an advocate and information resource for the Alabama -NMSI training and incentive program.
• Represent the A+ College Ready at meetings in his/her field.
  • Communicate proactively with the school community, press, and various stakeholders;
  • Report to A+ College President and Program Director, along with indirect responsibility to the National NMSI MSE Director.

Director Qualifications

Ideally, each A+ College Ready MSE Director will possess the following qualifications:

• Significant experience in the education field.
• Respected as an AP authority among other educators;
• Five years of professional experience in the field of education;
• Significant classroom experience with outstanding results as an AP teacher (if selected for review, candidates will be asked to supply data on their AP course titles, numbers per course of enrollments, exam takers and student scores by each score level 1-5);
• Experience conducting local, state, regional, or national workshops;
• Demonstrated experience in working with other teachers;
• A degree in subject (MSE) or a related field with master’s level degree preferred;
• Teaching certification is preferred but not necessary if the above qualifications are met;
• Demonstrated experience in managing diverse, relevant program priorities including but not limited to:
• Consulting or other entrepreneurial ventures;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Highly developed personal integrity and leadership skills
• Highly experienced in basic computer technology (PCs, networking, Internet);
• Ability to work effectively on concurrent projects, to prioritize, and to manage solutions;
• Strong analytical capabilities and affinity for data-based decision making balanced with sound educational judgment;
• Positive, problem-solving attitude that is flexible and service-oriented;
• Ability to produce reports and materials, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Professional (for Science Directors, proficiency in science technologies, such as PASCO, Vernier, TI graphing calculators, LoggerPro, and/or ChemDraw).

Annual Salary Range:  $60 - $75,000 per year based on credentials and experience.   

How to Apply:

Send letter of interest, resume and salary expectation to marydboehm@bellsouth.net.