Supervisor, Black Student Achievement Program

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The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!

ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

Job Posting End Date:

08-13-2026

Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Student Access and Achievement, the Supervisor, Black Student Achievement Program serves as an advocate for Black/African American students and families. By partnering with administrators, school staff, students, families, and community partners, they identify and remove barriers, maximizing opportunities for student achievement and well-being.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Three years of experience working with Black/African American youth and families which includes experience holding leadership roles or leading programs or projects. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, social sciences, or a related field.

• Experience in a PreK-12 public school system.

• Experience designing and delivering professional learning for educators and support staff.

• Experience analyzing data related to educational outcomes.

• Experience working on equity, advocacy, or related projects.

• Experience working with community organizations or government agencies.

• Prior supervisory experience. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Supervises and provides program oversight and leadership for the Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) Liaisons to ensure systemic educational equity and data-driven decision-making that best serve Black/African American students and families. Provides leadership for implementing strategies that are data driven and research-based to accelerate academic achievement and promote healthy social-emotional well-being for Black/African American students.

• Supervises, manages, provides program oversight and leadership for the Beyond School Hours programming such as the BSAP Summer Institute, BSAP Saturday Math Academy, and BSAP Community Based Learning Centers. Collaborates with other internal offices to ensure alignment of district curriculum within Beyond School Hours programming.

• Facilitates the engagement of Black/African American families and the community in the educational process through workshops or seminars, as needed, in collaboration with school staff and representatives from community organizations. Leads the planning and coordination of acknowledging and celebrating the achievements of Black/African American students, specifically the Celebration of Academic Achievement and the Celebration of Excellence in partnership with The Council of Elders of the Black Community of Howard County.

• Provides or coordinates relevant professional learning for school-based and central office personnel related to cultural competency, academic, social, and emotional learning needs of Black/African American students to accelerate their academic achievement.

• Manages BSAP evaluations, data analysis, and reporting processes. 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of systemic educational equity, culturally responsive pedagogy, and research-based strategies designed to accelerate academic achievement and support the social-emotional well-being of Black/African American students.

• Comprehensive knowledge of designing, implementing, and managing extended-day and out-of-school programming (e.g., summer academies, weekend learning centers) and aligning them with K-12 district curriculum standards.

• Strong understanding of data-driven decision-making frameworks, program evaluation methodologies, and data reporting to measure intervention efficacy and student progress.

• Knowledge of best practices for authentically engaging Black/African American families, community stakeholders, and grassroots organizations in the educational process.

• Understanding of how to design and deliver effective professional development regarding cultural competency, implicit bias, and the academic/social-emotional needs of diverse student populations.

Skills

• Proven skill in supervising, mentoring, evaluating, and leading a diverse team of educators or program liaisons toward shared equity goals.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple complex initiatives simultaneously (e.g., BSAP Summer Institute, Saturday Math Academy).

• Exceptional relationship-building skills to collaborate effectively with internal district offices, school-based administrators, and external community partners, such as The Council of Elders of the Black Community of Howard County.

• Skill in presenting, facilitating workshops, leading seminars, and delivering impactful professional learning sessions to both central office personnel and community members.

• Skill in organizing, coordinating, and executing large-scale community recognition events and student achievement celebrations.

Abilities

• Ability to champion educational equity and serve as a strategic voice for Black/African American students and families within a school district framework.

• Ability to translate complex quantitative and qualitative data sets into actionable strategies that close opportunity gaps.

• Ability to establish trust, rapport, and meaningful partnerships with families, community elders, and personnel from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Ability to navigate complex institutional structures, resolve conflicts, and pivot program strategies to meet the evolving needs of students and schools.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

Working Hours

This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours for parent and family workshops or other related events and programming.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
 
Supplemental Application Questions

This position requires applicants to provide responses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please upload your responses in a separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.

1) Please describe your specific experience working with Black/African American youth and families including experience holding leadership roles or leading programs or projects. In your response, identify the position(s) you held in which you gained this experience.

2) Please describe up to two examples of experience you have designing and delivering professional learning for educators and support staff. In your response, identify the topic(s), audience, and delivery method as well as any key outcomes achieved.

3) Please describe up to two examples of experience you have analyzing data related to educational outcomes. In your response, identify the specific data analyzed and any key decisions made or outcomes achieved.

4) Please describe up to two examples of experience you have working on equity, advocacy, or related projects. Be sure to identify your specific role in the work, stakeholders with whom you collaborated, and any key outcomes achieved.

5) Please describe up to two examples of experience you have working with community organizations or government agencies. Identify the nature of the work and any key outcomes achieved.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Compensation

This is a 12-month per year position in the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators-Administrators, Non-Certificated Supervisors (HCASA-NCS) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is in the Grade II lane on the Non-Certificated Supervisors salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCASA-NCS Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. 

Retirement

Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

Benefits

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sandy Saval at [email protected].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [email protected].

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,  sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.