Assistant Director of Science

Assistant Director of Science

Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values.

Mission - The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive learning environment that inspires and promotes individual academic and personal growth.

Vision - Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to supporting the intellectual, vocational, academic and social-emotional success of all of our students. We create equitable conditions for all students to thrive in a global society. With a focus on equity, excellence, and innovation, the district serves 17,193 students across 28 schools. 

Core Values - The Lynn Public Schools community celebrates that we live in a rapidly changing, increasingly diverse and connected world. In our partnered effort to prepare students for this world, we are equally committed to:

• Inclusiveness
• Shared responsibility
• Collaborative relationships
• High expectations
• Inspiring life-long learning

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master’s Degree required
• Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Science 1-6; 5-12
• SEI Endorsement
• Additional content area licensure is encouraged
• Licensure requirements and validity are subject to change at the discretion of DESE 
• An understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate/coordinate with school personnel in the central office and in the schools (principals, assistant directors, directors, curriculum and instructional support teachers, department heads, lead teachers etc.) to ensure the vertical and horizontal articulation of curriculum and instruction in Science. 
• Continue implementation and facilitation of the Science curriculum pre-K to 12 to the STE Frameworks. 
• Collaborate with Special Education and Multilingual Education departments to ensure equitable access to curriculum. 
• Develop and maintain community partnerships and family engagement to enrich science learning experiences. 
• Coordinate the training and implementation of district assessments. 
• Manage/supervise/conduct standards-based Science professional development including collaboration and integration with Multilingual Education and Special Education Departments. 
• Assure a direct focus on literacy (reading, writing, vocabulary) in the implementation of the Science curriculum and professional development. 
• Collaborate with other district personnel in the construction, implementation and data analysis of assessments. Provide continuous feedback on student progress in Science. 
• Supervise/review/recommend/order research-based Science instructional materials/equipment/supplies. 
• Study and remain abreast of evolving state and federal regulatory criteria regarding Science programming. 
• Serve on internal school review teams (School Improvement Planning teams, leadership teams, etc.) to analyze data for the preparation and implementation of action plans in accordance with state and federal guidelines. 
• Manage/supervise/conduct modeling of Science lessons. 
• Prepare and/or assist in writing grants to secure funds to support Science 
  programs as well as to secure other funds to enhance education in the Lynn Public Schools. 
• Prepare and/or assist in writing grant mandated interim and final reports. 
• Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as assigned by
• The Superintendent/Deputy Superintendent/Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   

DAYS:                Twelve month position

HOURS:             Regular hours:  7:45- 3:45 M-Th; 7:45-2:45 Friday 

                         Summer and school vacation hours; 7:45-2:45 M-Th; 7:45-12:45 Friday

SALARY:            $117,524 in accordance with the Lynn Schools Administrator Association contract

BENEFITS: The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, Vision and Life Insurance.  Voluntary benefits including Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability and additional Life Insurance are also available.   

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC) and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).

All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy  

It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate or tolerate discrimination in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities, on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy (including nursing or pregnancy conditions), parental leave, race*, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement, homelessness, public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable.  Race when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.

Salary : $117,524