Executive Director, STEM

Company: Chicago Public Schools
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

CPS Careers - Search - Apply - Get HiredPosting DateMar 14, 2025, 12:50:52 PMPrimary LocationSouthwest Side-501 W 35th St (Bridgeport)CPS Non-Union Job Grade: S11Estimated Annual Salary Range115,000.00 - 153,000.00Position Type: Non-Union PositionOvertime StatusExemptFinal salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.JOB DESCRIPTIONChicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity.Located within the Office of Teaching and Learning, the CPS Department of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Programs supports inclusive and innovative learning experiences in math, science, computer science, and whole-school integrated STEM & STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) programming across the district.Job Summary:The Executive Director of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) will provide the vision and direction for district-wide K-12 STEM expectations, guidance, and ongoing support for curriculum, instruction, assessment, and intervention impacting all students. This position will report to the Deputy Chief, Teaching & Learning, and will lead a team of direct reports responsible for Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, STE(A)M Schools, and City-Wide STEM Initiatives. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.Responsibilities:

• Set the vision, strategic priorities, and objectives for the Department of STEM that drive district-wide coherence and convergence across content areas and align with the district's vision.
• Lead, develop, and oversee a centralized STEM vision for the district, including strategic planning, progress monitoring, budgeting, reporting, contract management, communications, and marketing.
• Analyze and report on practice data and student academic data; utilize this data to inform strategic decisions, driving improvement and student success.
• Lead the Department of STEM Programs to improve student outcomes via professional learning, curriculum supports, and partnerships.
• Supervise, develop, and manage the performance of a high-functioning and collaborative team.
• Participate in cross-departmental collaboration and partnership with CPS departments on high-priority internal and external affairs.
• Develop and implement curriculum materials and instructional tools to strengthen a multi-tiered system of supports.
• Facilitate external partnerships for collaboration on standards-aligned STEM education and programming.
• Oversee and direct the department's procurement and payroll processes, as well as grant administration.
• Serve as an active member of the Teaching & Learning leadership team.
• Act as the district's representative and subject matter expert for STEM.
• Maintain expertise in current research, practices, and innovation in the field related to STEM disciplines.
• Coordinate media requests and information.
• Other duties and workstreams as assigned.Qualifications:Education Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid teaching certificate/Professional Educator's License (PEL) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with appropriate grade level and content endorsement(s).
  • Master's degree in a relevant field of study, preferred.Experience Required:
    • Minimum of eight (8) years of professional leadership experience managing STEM programs and initiatives in the education field.
    • Minimum of five (5) years experience in a supervisory role leading a team of direct reports.
    • Minimum of five (5) years of classroom teaching experience in a STEM-related field.
    • Experience as an instructional leader or equivalent educational leadership role.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
      • Deep knowledge/understanding of the CPS Instructional Core Vision and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
      • Expertise in research-based instructional practices and strategies, Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, the Next Generation Science Standards, and 21st Century Learning Framework.
      • Strong leadership and team building skills.
      • Effective strategic planning capabilities.
      • Excellent leadership development and instructional leadership skills.
      • High standards of performance and exceptional organizational skills.
      • Capable of building and sustaining positive, productive relationships.
      • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
      • Ability to build consensus and leverage expertise with educators.
      • Strong knowledge of operations budget/finance, management, and organizational development.
      • Excellent technology skills (Google Suite).Conditions of Employment:As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
        • Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency: Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date.CONNECT WITH USKeep in touch to hear about our organization.
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