Director of School Performance (K-5 / 6-12)

• CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTDirector of School Performance (K - 5 / 6 - 12) Position Summary
• The Director of School Performance (K - 5 / 6 -12) serves as a central office administrator responsible for the supervision, support, and evaluation of school principals within an assigned School Performance Network.This role establishes clear lines of accountability for school outcomes through a network-based supervision model.The Executive Director is directly accountable for improving student achievement, attendance, and school culture by ensuring strong instructional leadership, effective school operations, and the consistent implementation of district priorities across all assigned schools
• Certification

Requirements

• (NJDOE-Aligned)In accordance with:N.J.A.C. 6A:9BN.J.S.A. 18A:27-1 et seq.Required:Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate(or Certificate of Eligibility for Principal)Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• A valid driver's license or state issued ID, valid insurance and registration
• Preferred / Additional

Qualifications

• New Jersey School Administrator Certificate
• Supervisor Certificate

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university (Doctorate preferred)Minimum:Five (5) years of successful teaching experience
• Five (5) years of successful school leadership experience (principal or equivalent)Demonstrated expertise in:Instructional leadership and school improvement
• Supervision and evaluation of staff
• Data-driven decision-making and performance management
• Experience improving student outcomes in urban or high-need school settings preferred Core

Responsibilities

• Principal Supervision and Evaluation
• Supervise, support, and evaluate school principals in accordance with:District evaluation systems
• New Jersey Principal Evaluation for Professional Learning (NJPEPL)Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management to ensure high-quality leadership at the school level
• School Performance Management and Accountability
• Lead the implementation of a districtwide performance management system for assigned schools.Ensure schools meet targets related to:Student achievement and growth
• Attendance and chronic absenteeism
• School climate and culture
• Hold principals accountable for measurable outcomes and continuous improvement
• School Stat Leadership and Data Monitoring
• Lead School Stat meetings and performance review cycles, including:Analysis of academic, attendance, and climate data
• Identification of root causes
• Development and monitoring of action plans
• Ensure data is used effectively to drive decision-making at the school level
• Instructional Oversight and Support
• Ensure consistent implementation of district instructional programs and practices across assigned schools.Support principals in:Aligning instruction to curriculum and standards
• Implementing data-driven instruction
• Monitoring classroom instruction and student engagement Intervention Planning and School Support
• Identify underperforming schools and implement targeted intervention strategies.Coordinate support across departments (Instruction, Talent, Student Services, Data) to address school needs.Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies as needed
• Leadership Development
• Build the capacity of principals through:Coaching and mentoring
• Professional learning aligned to district priorities
• Support in instructional leadership, school culture, and operational management Alignment with District Systems
• Ensure schools are aligned with district initiatives related to:Curriculum and assessment
• Multilingual learner supports
• MTSS and intervention systems
• Student services and supports
• Promote coherence across all systems impacting school performance Family and Community Engagement Support
• Support principals in strengthening family engagement and communication systems.Ensure schools are effectively engaging families to support student success and attendance
• Budget and Resource Oversight
• Support principals in aligning school-level resources to instructional priorities and student needs.Monitor resource utilization to ensure effectiveness and equity
• Compliance with Law and Policy
• Ensure all school operations comply with:Federal statutes
• New Jersey statutes and administrative code
• District policies and regulations Other Duties
• Perform such other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee in accordance with law and regulation
• Workflow and Operating Expectations
• Weekly:Principal coaching sessions
• Review of school-level data and progress monitoring
• Monthly:School Stat performance reviews
• Network-wide performance analysis
• Ongoing:Site visits and classroom walkthroughs
• Monitoring of instructional implementation and school climate Accountability Measures
• The Executive Director is directly accountable for:Improved student achievement and growth across assigned schools
• Reduction in chronic absenteeism
• Improvement in school climate and culture indicators
• Effective principal leadership and performance
• Measurable progress on school performance goals Core Competencies
• Instructional leadership and school improvement
• Data analysis and performance management
• Leadership development and coaching
• Strategic problem-solving
• Communication and stakeholder engagement Terms of Employment
• Twelve-month position

Salary

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Benefits

• , and conditions of employment shall be in accordance with Board policy and applicable employment agreements
• Evaluation
• Performance shall be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy, administrative regulations, and district leadership evaluation procedures
• Reports To: Deputy Superintendent (Instruction & Schools)Supervises:Principals within the assigned School Performance Network (K - 5 or 6 - 12), and other school-based leadership personnel as assigned
• Work Year: Twelve (12) Months
• Classification: Affiliated/Director/Administrator - CCPSAMinimum Starting

Salary

• $106,502.00Maximum Starting

Salary

• $204,761.00 Residency Requirement
• Under New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment
• Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire
• Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011areexemptfrom this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state
• In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed
• THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)