Performing Arts Department Chair – Grades 5–, South End; Internal

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 DelgadS - Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.