Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning - Essex County Sheriff's Department
Northern Essex Community College

Category:: Corrections (Essex County)
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Department:: Essex County Sherriff's Dept (Middleton) - 9235
Locations:: Middleton, MA
Posted:: Nov 12, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 317619
Position ID:: 182971

Job Description:

POSITION: Full-Time Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning (Assistant Director): Essex County Sheriff's Department; Middleton House of Corrections (20 Manning Ave, Middleton, MA) position includes travel within the Essex County Sheriff's Office Continuum; 37.5 hours per week; Non-Unit Professional Position

SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning will play a pivotal role in NECC education programs within ECSD correctional facilities. They will provide leadership and support in the development, implementation, and assessment of teaching and learning. They will oversee curriculum development, ensure instructional quality, oversee assessment and supervise faculty while promoting equity-minded practices in the delivery of high-quality educational services to meet the diverse needs of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Education Director to design, develop, and implement comprehensive educational programs tailored to the unique needs of incarcerated individuals.
• Lead the design and revision of educational curriculum ensuring alignment with content standards, best practices, educational requirements, correctional facility goals and that it meets the diverse needs of incarcerated learners.
• Oversee the development of curriculum materials, including lesson plans, the selection of textbooks, software, and other instructional materials
• Supervise teaching staff, ensuring effective delivery of curriculum through instructional planning, materials development, instructional delivery and classroom management
• Promote instructional excellence and equity-minded practices.
• Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to teaching staff to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure student learning outcomes and program effectiveness, utilizing data to inform instructional improvements.
• Manage educational resources efficiently, including instructional materials, technology, and space, to support effective teaching and learning.
• Oversee testing at all ECSD facilities, e.g., TABE, TABE CLAS-E, CASAS, etc.
• Identify areas for improvement in assessment practices and implement appropriate strategies for enhancement.
• Analyze assessment results to inform programming, instructional delivery, support services, and readiness for HiSET testing or college courses.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to educational outcomes and program effectiveness, using findings to inform program enhancements and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with advising and support staff to identify and address the educational needs of individual students, including those with learning disabilities or special needs.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements and reporting standards, maintaining accurate records and documentation of educational activities and outcomes, and prepare reports related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment activities.
• Travel to all ECSD and NECC campuses as required to support teaching and learning.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Education or related field
• Minimum of three years of experience in education, with at least two years of experience in curriculum development, instructional supervision, or assessment
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate faculty and staff
• Knowledge of adult learning and adult development theories, curriculum design, assessment principles, and equity-minded practices
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with special needs or language barriers
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in correctional education
• Proficiency in data analysis and technology integration for educational purposes
• Commitment to promoting equity, social justice, and the rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:

SALARY: Anticipated starting salary range is $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually with complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)

DEADLINE: Open until filled

Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ etrelegan@necc.mass.edu), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery