Assistant Superintendent/Director of Teaching & LearningUlysses USD 214 • www.usd214.org Job Title Assistant Superintendent of Schools/Director of Teaching & Learning Reports To Superintendent of Schools Supervises District administrators, directors, coordinators, and other personnel as assigned FLSA Status Exempt Contract Length 12-month administrative contract Qualifications Required: Valid Kansas administrative licensure (District Leadership or equivalent) Masters degree in Educational Leadership or related field Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in educational leadership Demonstrated knowledge of Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) regulations, accreditation, and accountability systems Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Preferred: Doctorate in Educational Leadership or related field Experience in rural education systems Experience with curriculum leadership, school improvement, and personnel supervision General Description The Assistant Superintendent/Director of Teaching & Learning serves as a senior district-level leader responsible for supporting the Superintendent in the overall administration, instructional leadership, and operational effectiveness of USD 214 Ulysses. This position provides leadership in curriculum and instruction, assessment, federal programs, personnel supervision, district improvement initiatives, and compliance with state and federal regulations. The Assistant Superintendent/Director of Teaching & Learning collaborates closely with district administrators, staff, families, and the Board of Education to ensure high-quality educational opportunities for all students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Instructional Leadership Provide leadership and oversight for curriculum development, instructional improvement, and assessment practices across the district Support implementation and monitoring of district initiatives aligned with KSDE standards and accreditation requirements (e.g., KESA) Analyze student achievement data to inform instructional decision-making and continuous improvement Support professional learning opportunities for teachers and administrators Administrative Leadership Assist the Superintendent in the day-to-day operation of the district Serve as the Superintendent designee when assigned Support district strategic planning and goal implementation Participate in Board of Education meetings and assist with the preparation of reports, recommendations, and presentations Personnel and Human Resources Assist in recruitment, selection, induction, supervision, and evaluation of certified and classified staff Support administrator evaluations and leadership development Assist with staffing allocations and organizational planning Federal Programs and Compliance Oversee and ensure compliance with federal and state programs, including but not limited to Title I, Title II, Title III, Migrant Education, and Section 504 Ensure appropriate documentation, reporting, and monitoring requirements are met Collaborate with district coordinators to ensure equitable services for all student populations Student Services and Support Support programs related to student services, including special education, English learner services, and intervention systems Assist with district-wide initiatives focused on student well-being, attendance, and engagement Address student and family concerns as assigned Community and Stakeholder Engagement Foster positive relationships with students, families, staff, community members, and external partners Represent the district at meetings, conferences, and community events as assigned Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding district initiatives and priorities Other Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent Maintain professional growth through continued learning and leadership development Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school improvement Ability to analyze and use data to support decision-making Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to lead collaboratively and manage complex systems Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills Evaluation Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent of Schools in accordance with Board policy and district evaluation procedures.
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USD 214- Ulysses is located in Grant County. Ulysses, KS, is centrally located between Kansas City, Denver, Wichita, Colorado Springs, Amarillo, and Pueblo.
The district has two elementary schools (a preK-2 primary school and a 3-5 elementary school), one middle school, and one high school,
There are approximately 1550 students in grades pre-K through 12th and a teaching staff of approximately 100 teachers.
USD 214- Ulysses is the largest 4-A school district in Southwest Kansas.
District Housing Options (based on availability)
1:1 Chromebook Initiative grades 3-12.
The latest Educational Technology is Available in ALL classrooms.
To apply or for more information about USD 214- Ulysses, please access our website at: http://www.usd214.org.
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Ulysses, KS 67880 Job Start Date July-1-2026 Applications Due By January-30-2026 Job Contact Information |