Agenda Item
b. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATION(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources.
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the following personnel recommendation for Director, Career Technology & Agricultural position in Curriculum & Instruction .
Financial impact: There is no impact to the general budget as the position already exists in the general budget.
Contact: Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources, 678.676.1200.
Status: Attorney approval is not required.
DeKalb County School District
Position Specification
Title: Director, Career Technology & Agricultural Education
DIVISION: Curriculum & Instruction GRADE/SCHEDULE: 132
DEPARTMENT: CTAE WORKDAYS: 246
REPORTS
F TO: Executive Director, Curriculum & Instruction FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Teachers Retirement System APPROVED (HR): March 1, 2022
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under limited supervision, plans, develops, directs, implements, and monitors career and technical education
curriculum and programs for DeKalb County School District (DCSD) high schools in accordance with federal, state,
and local policies and guidelines.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude
them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Tasks and
responsibilities will be in concurrence with implementing the Strategic Plan and Aligned Management System. Other
duties may be required and assigned.
• Supervises career and technical education program development; monitors all middle and high school
career and technical education (CTE) programs in collaboration with principals and Regional
Superintendents
• Facilitates and reconciles resolution of relevant instructional issues; and provides guidance and
supervision of instruction
• Ensures district and local schools meet the requirements of the Federal Carl D. Perkins grant
requirements and maintains documentation of evidence that all programs meet performance indicators
• Develops the Perkins Plan annually, continually evaluating the progress of the goals and action steps;
ensures the plan is followed each year
• Plans professional development for CTAE and appropriate academic teachers, administrators, and
counselors to improve programs, procedures, and instruction
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff
• Develops, manages, and supervises the expenditures of the general and Perkins budgets
• Organizes and connects business and industry, community leaders, and postsecondary institutions to
contribute knowledge and time on the advisory council and to promote career pathways
• Conducts and supervises performance evaluation of subordinates
• Assesses district and local program needs to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of existing and new
programs
• Works closely with middle and high schools’ leadership to achieve the desired goal of ensuring all
students are college and career ready
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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• Manages and monitors JROTC programs to ensure compliance with all branches, and support the local
school plan
• Serves as DCSD’s representative at various meetings, conferences, and committees
• Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in Education, Education Administration, Curriculum Development, or closely related area
from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required.
• Minimum of five (5) years previous experience with demonstrated successful advancement through the
teaching and/or school or school system administrative hierarchy required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-
5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual
must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership or meet the eligibility requirement for a
Support Personnel License from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of organizational and department planning and operational procedures; the organization of specific
assigned area; budgeting and spending, labor issues and efficiencies; DCSS policies and procedures; manpower and
facilities requirement forecasting; all relevant available public and private resources and services; curriculum
guidelines for the school system and state requirements; standardized testing in accordance with school system
policies and state laws; schools system policies, programs and procedures pertinent to learning disabilities, child
and substance abuse, and social adjustment.
Skill in coordinating and collaborating with federal, state, regional, and local organizations and departments to
establish and execute responsibilities; administration and management skills gained through increasingly
responsible management positions; recruiting, training, and motivating employees; effective oral, written, and
interpersonal communication; preparing assignments and tests for in-school preparation and homework;
maintaining order in a classroom setting; administering the school system’s discipline policies; counseling students
with academic difficulties and behavioral problems.
Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service organization;
establish objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities among employees; develop
and understand financial and/or operating reports; maintain confidential information; plan and develop a course
of study suitable for specific grade levels; develop lesson plans incorporating lectures, projects, group discussions,
exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet; use relevant computer
applications; prioritize assignments; and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves
sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other
sedentary criteria are met.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand
or arm as in handling.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas using the spoken word. Those activities in which one must convey detailed
or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make fine discrimination in
sounds, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts with or without correction.
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
PERFORMANCE FACTORS
Interaction with Others: Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are not
characterized by high levels of hostility, social withdrawal, or failure to communicate. Ability to be flexible relative
to daily routines. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences among diverse populations.
Concentration: Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions. Ability
to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli. Ability to manage multiple tasks
simultaneously with only a few or no errors.
Stressful Circumstances: Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented. Ability
to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions are given relative to a project that
may be in process. Ability to maintain composure and not compound a situation when interacting with persons
who may be angry, demanding, or otherwise less than polite.
Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work
steps or the final project.
Organizational Skills: Ability to establish priorities; simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality
work product by a designated deadline.
Decision Making: Ability to make appropriate business decisions.
Attention to Detail: Ability to recognize errors or layout features that detract from the physical attractiveness or
accuracy of a work product.
Public Contact: Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors,
colleagues, and other individuals within and external to the school system. Ability to demonstrate professionalism
while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working relationships.
Attendance and Dependability: Ability to be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom
be absent from work. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to be conscientious about work
performance.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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