DIRECTOR, CTE INNOVATION HUB

** Applications will be received until November 12th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . ** About this job:

Provides site-based leadership of a Career Technical Education (CTE) Innovation Hub, serving part-time (AM/PM) students. Broad responsibility for leading CTE instructors and support staff in a school, and/or, a team of managers to execute against the overall business plan, based on guidance from leadership. Directs, plans and oversees team initiatives, to ensure implementation and administration of programs align with district goals.
**The Director must demonstrate a willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement. This role requires maintaining the highest level of confidentiality regarding all District matters, especially those involving the Superintendent, Chief of Staff, and the Board of Education. Ensuring trust and discretion is paramount to the success and integrity of this position.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range - $109,416-134,013 based on a 235 day work schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit ourNew Employee Resources (https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees)
What You'll Do:
- Provide leadership and direction for the CTE Innovation Hub to ensure effective program delivery, staff performance, professional growth, and alignment with district and CTE goals
- Lead and coordinate regional CTE programming and enrollment, proactively working with regional schools and school leaders to identify, recruit, schedule, and manage part-time AM/PM students and ensure appropriate access to approved CTE programs
- Serve as a regional CTE subject matter expert, providing guidance to schools, staff, students, families, and community partners regarding CTE programs, instructional practices, career pathways, industry expectations, and student opportunities
- Ensure CTE programs support student achievement and career readiness, using established measures and protocols to evaluate student needs, instructional effectiveness, program outcomes, and alignment with CDE’s “Big 3” outcomes, including industry credentials, college credit, and meaningful work-based learning experiences
- Direct effective delivery of CTE curriculum, maintaining appropriate instructional standards, assigning qualified personnel, and developing strategies to improve student achievement, growth, and development
- Develop and maintain a safe, respectful, and professional CTE Innovation Hub environment, including expectations for student conduct, discipline, safety, emergency procedures, and operations while ensuring compliance with district policies and applicable state requirements
- Plan, develop, and administer the CTE Innovation Hub budget and resources, monitoring expenditures, staffing, facilities, equipment, supplies, and other resources to support regional CTE priorities and ensure effective and responsible use of funds
- Oversee daily CTE Innovation Hub operations
- Ensure accurate, complete, confidential, and secure management of CTE Innovation Hub records, including enrollment, attendance, personnel, payroll, student performance, state reporting, evaluations, safety incidents, and other required documentation, while participating in district committees, special projects, and strategic initiatives
- Perform other duties, as assigned
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree in education or related field, or advanced degree or certification in a relevant workforce focus area. Master's Degree Education or Business preferred.
- Five or more years of related experience with at least three years in a leadership role, or equivalent in scope and scale workforce leadership
- A current State of Colorado Principal License, Type D, or ability to obtain upon hire , Colorado CTE Director Endorsement or ability to obtain upon hire
- Required Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
- Required Experience in analyzing data, and using this data to for process and program improvements and to inform strategy
- Outstanding facilitation and communication skills, including ability to inspire others Required Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to lead a high-performing team
- Superior leadership, coaching and mentoring skills
- Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work with individuals at different levels in the organization
- Self-starter/leader who can anticipate department needs in a proactive (versus, reactive) manner
- Strategic planning and organizational development knowledge and skills
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals, establish priorities, and organize resources
- Ability to motivate and influence others
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and/or and database management skills strongly preferred
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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