Performing Arts Department Chair - Grades 5-12, South End (Internal Only)

Job description

Performing Arts Department Chair

The Performing Arts Department Chair provides collaborative leadership and coordination for the grades 5-12 Performing Arts Department on the south end of the district. The Department Chair works in partnership with performing arts teachers and district and building administrators to support high-quality, aligned performing arts programming and instruction across grade levels. The Department Chair serves as a liaison between department staff and administration, facilitates communication and collaboration, and ensures that staff voice and expertise are incorporated into departmental decisions.

Essential Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instructional Leadership

Lead and coordinate the ongoing development, review, implementation, and vertical alignment of the grades 5-12 performing arts curriculum.

Facilitate collaborative discussions regarding curriculum, instructional practices, assessments, resources, and program needs.

Work with department members and administration to identify curricular priorities, address areas of need, and support continuous improvement.

Support the implementation and communication of district curricular initiatives and instructional expectations.

Department Leadership & Collaboration

Plan, organize, and facilitate department meetings that promote collaboration, shared problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Establish opportunities to gather input and feedback from department members regarding decisions, recommendations, and initiatives that impact performing arts programs.

Facilitate collaborative decision-making, represent the perspectives and professional expertise of department members, and build consensus when appropriate.

Promote positive professional relationships and collaboration among performing arts staff across buildings, grade levels, and disciplines.

Communication & Coordination

Serve as a liaison between grades 5-12 performing arts staff and district and building administration, ensuring timely and consistent two-way communication.

Communicate relevant information to department members and bring departmental questions, recommendations, needs, and feedback forward to administration.

Assist with the coordination of department-wide initiatives, events, professional learning, resources, and other activities as appropriate.

Collaborate with department members and administrators regarding recommendations for instructional materials, equipment, technology, facilities, and other program resources.

Qualifications

Current GPPSS performing arts teacher with appropriate Michigan teaching certification and endorsement.

Demonstrated knowledge of effective performing arts instruction, curriculum development, and grades 5-12 program alignment.

Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and meeting facilitation skills.

Demonstrated commitment to shared leadership, staff voice, collaborative decision-making, and positive professional relationships.

Ability to consider the needs of multiple performing arts disciplines, grade levels, buildings, and programs while supporting a cohesive grades 5-12 performing arts program.

Compensation

Compensation will be provided in accordance with the applicable GPEA collective bargaining agreement and EPED schedule. Members of Grosse Pointe Education Association/MEA-NEA should email a letter of intent and updated resume to Sara Delgado - Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

Worksite address

grosse pointe, MI, 48236, US

Who can apply

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