Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | Gonzales ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | , |
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| Job Title: | Chief Academic Officer |
| School: | Gonzales ISD |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 6/5/2025 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Responsible for the overall management of the district’s curriculum and instruction function. Lead the strategic planning and implementation of curriculum and instruction programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs are effective and efficient, incorporate district goals, and support student achievement. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Doctorate preferred Master’s degree from an accredited university in Educational Administration or a related field Texas School Administrative/Principal Certification or eligible to apply for one Texas Superintendent Certification or in progress Special Knowledge/Skills: Extensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: Administrative experience with direct supervision of principals and/or central office staff required Demonstrated success as a campus administrator or related experience Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher Major Responsibilities and Duties: Essential Functions Establishes strategic goals for the professional learning of district staff; aligns staff and financial resources, builds culture, and drives performance to ensure goals are achieved. Participates with the Superintendent and other administrators to ensure best practices in district-wide strategic leadership and operational management to ensure the development and maintenance of a positive educational environment and program that meets the needs of the community and is consistent with the policies and direction of the Board of Trustees. Plans, directs, controls and oversees all aspects of the professional development programs for the district Develops and implements the professional development programs for certificated and classified staff Provides support and coaching to principals; identify leadership components and provides a continuum of professional development across the district. Provide leadership and vision to district staff to ensure teachers and principals have the knowledge, skills, and technological tools to deliver the academic programming. Oversee and monitor all professional learning district-wide. Develops and implements the Professional Learning Strategic Plan, in conjunction with other staff, to support educator effectiveness and student achievement in all grades and content areas. Encourage cross-functional collaboration by communicating effectively and sharing knowledge and expertise with leadership teams. Collaborates to continue to develop and refine assessment strategies that are aligned with goals and complies with Federal, state and district needs. Develop and promote data driven practices that support teacher effectiveness and educator data inquiry skills to inform and improve instruction. Through various avenues, it develops systems to communicate and collaborate effectively with other district departments, as well as other divisions providing professional learning so that educators receive professional learning that is coherent, aligned to district goals, and informed by research-based practices regarding the needs of adult learners. Acts as an expert resource to other staff regarding best practices of adult learning; lead the development of protocols, guidelines, evaluation tools, and other resources to support high-quality professional learning across the district. Remains knowledgeable and up-to-date on research and best practices regarding professional development and systems innovation, implementation of standards, adult learning evaluation systems, and use of data to identify professional learning needs and monitor quality and impact of professional learning experiences. Provides support to the Superintendent and administrators; acts as a resource regarding principal evaluations. Administers instructional professional development programs for the purpose of improving teacher quality. Oversees all aspects of the leadership program to ensure high-quality delivery and achievement of objectives; designs, develops, and creates training materials and planning activities necessary to meet program objectives. Designs and directs a wide variety of professional development services for certified and classified personnel, develop instructional programs, promotional materials, and enrollment and tracking methodologies for the purpose of implementing professional development program activities that address the training needs of the district. Researches a variety of topics (e.g. courses, materials, training, consultants, etc.) for the purpose of developing new programs that meet staff training needs. Monitors professional development (e.g. consultants, course outcomes, training staff, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that performance outcomes are achieved within budget, department and district objectives. Prepares a wide variety of often complex materials (e.g. plans, budgets, funding requests, reports, analyses, recommendations, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, providing audit references, making presentations, and/or providing supporting materials for requested actions. Perform personnel functions (e.g. interviewing, evaluating, training, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and achieving objectives within budget. Attends meetings as assigned (e.g. Board meetings, trainings, hearings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information regarding the district’s educational objectives. Policy, Reports, and Law Ensure compliance with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Budget Develop and administer the curriculum and instruction budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently. Personnel Management Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the curriculum and instruction department as needed. Evaluate the job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness. Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. This Chief Academic Officer job description will evolve over time and this description may be updated at any time in the best interest of the district. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of instructional leaders and support staff district-wide and in the curriculum department. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification: Doctorate preferred Master’s degree from an accredited university in Educational Administration or a related field Texas School Administrative/Principal Certification or eligible to apply for one Texas Superintendent Certification or in progress Special Knowledge/Skills: Extensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: Administrative experience with direct supervision of principals and/or central office staff required Demonstrated success as a campus administrator or related experience Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher |
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| How To Apply: | https://gonzalesisd.schoolspring.com?jobid=5220420 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Mary Lynn Ramirez |
| Email: | mary.ramirez@gonzalesisd.net |
| Address: | 1615 Saint Louis Street |
| City: | Gonzales |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78629 |
| Phone: | (830) 672-9551 |
| Fax: | (830) 672-7159 |