Responsible to: Superintendent/Secondary Principal

Qualifications

1. B.A. / B.S. Degree in Education
2. Valid South Dakota Teaching Certificate
3. Interest in working with children with learning difficulties
4. Demonstrated skill in diagnosis of children with learning problems in math and reading

Position Description Provides Instructional Leadership for Title I Programming

Duties

1. Coordinates the formulating and writing of Title I programs to include, but not limited to the annual Consolidated Grant and School Improvement Plans
2. Coordinates the efforts to assure successful implementations of the Title I programs
3. Performs the needed administrative tasks for effective, and smooth, implementation of the Title I program
4. Coordinates with the teachers (Math and Reading) in directing the work of the staff in carrying out the intent of the Title I program
5. Works with other administration in planning and implementing the program in each of the eligible schools
6. Works directly with school staff in carrying out the Title I program in the schools, including completion of the time distributions reports
7. Identifies needs and plans with the administration for the pre-service and in-service sessions for instructional staff
8. Coordinates and conducts pre-service and in-service sessions for instructional staff
9. Maintains a program of regular visitation for assurance of compliance with all Title I guidelines
10. Identifies and submits purchase orders for materials, teaching supplies, and equipment required for the Title I program. Works closely with the School Districts Business Manager
11. Coordinates the testing program; selecting, ordering, and collecting tests required for eligibility and for evaluation of the Title I programs
12. Cooperates with the administration and instructional staff for parent involvement activities
13. Provides information, as needed, to the Coordinator of Special Education
14. Attends local staff meetings of administrative and supervisory personnel and attends area and state professional meetings upon approval