Manager - Early Learning

• Assists the Executive Director and various directors with the development, dissemination, implementation, and evaluation of early learning and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future (or "Kirwan Commission") initiatives.
• Organize, create, and audit district-level information and communication related to early learning priorities
• Uses data collected to strategically support the needs of teachers and school leaders in the district.
• Develops and provides appropriate guidance for schools and school leaders on best practices in early learning.
• Supports the design and ongoing implementation of technical solutions to support the core functions of City Schools.
• Provides district level leadership in the areas of early learning policies and regulations, and state reporting.
• Supports the strategic budgeting process for district office and schools.
• Provides reporting and data analysis support to staff across the Academics office.
• Works collaboratively with a highly motivated team from multiple offices to advance early learning in the district.
• Reviews, provides feedback on, and finalizes presentations, memorandums, and other requests of the Board of School Commissioners.
• Coordinates procurement for the Office of Early Learning, including supplemental materials strategy and review, contract recommendations, and written requests of the Board.
• Supports director and coordinator level staff with effective project management.
• Prepares and maintains complex financial records using Excel or comparable software required.
• Provides ongoing consultation and coaching support on behalf of the Executive Director to support office and district initiatives.
• Serves as the liaison between the Office of Early Learning and relevant district partners, including but not limited to local philanthropic and non-profit organizations, City agencies, and community organizations.
• Represents City Schools at various internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Keeps abreast of best practices in teaching and learning.
• Keeps abreast of current district, state, and federal policy and/or legislation as it relates to early learning; provides relevant recommendations and/or feedback on policy updates.
• Articulates and interprets the laws and regulations related to teaching and learning at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Collaborates with district office and school-based staff to ensure the effective implementation of early learning initiatives.
• Manages strategic hiring process for the Office of Early Learning; supports the school-based hiring of key district managed positions.
• Coordinates special programs and initiatives related to the district's strategic priorities.
• Provides support in the identification and preparation of federal, state, and private grant proposals to secure resources to support teaching and learning initiatives.
• Manages multiple competitively awarded grants.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's Degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.
• Three years of K-12 experience in an urban setting, such as classroom teaching experience or district office experience or early childhood project management experience
• Knowledge of current research and best practices in K-12 education.
• Ability to work effectively in a high pressure, deadline regulated atmosphere. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of technical computer applications including Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and excel.
• Ability to facilitate positive communication and coordination of program activities with teachers, administrators, and staff.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and make programmatic recommendations and/or decisions aligned to best practices and district priorities.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations and written work products.
• Ability to provide specific feedback on work products of various content and purpose.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high pressure atmosphere in which there are multiple short- and long-term tasks.
• Ability to think strategically and manage programs and partnerships.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff and partners, community and business agencies; federal, state and local officials.
• A commitment to educational equity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive presentations.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the City Union of Baltimore (CUB) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan