BEAUMONT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Evaluate, coordinate, and provide leadership for the secondary 6 - 12 English Language Arts and Reading instructional program of the district. Responsible for the effective and efficient supervision of the implementation of the district secondary ELAR curriculum; creating and vetting high quality district assessments; ensuring that teachers in STAAR-tested subjects (6 – 8 RLA and English I and II) are provided the training, resources, and coaching necessary to elevate student achievement; providing instructional coaching and PLC support on campuses; providing professional development on instructional strategies, programs, and initiatives; evaluating and acquiring quotes for materials and instructional programs; overseeing implementation of district-wide programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in education administration, curriculum and instruction, or teaching
• English Language Arts and Reading secondary certification
• Principal’s certification preferred
• Certified T-TESS appraiser preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Thorough demonstrated knowledge of 6 - 12 ELAR TEKS and curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and scheduling
• Ability to coordinate district trainings
• Ability to present effective and engaging staff development
• Ability to facilitate PLCs
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Three years experience as a secondary RLA/ELAR classroom teacher
• Experience in instructional leadership roles preferred
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and/or lead professional development opportunities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITEIS AND DUTIES:

Coordinate and Secure Professional Development Opportunities

• Facilitate the alignment and development of the 6 – 12 ELAR curriculum based upon continuing systematic review and analysis.

2. Collaborate with instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs.

• Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs with teachers, instructional coaches and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.

• Apply research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning process.

• Work with appropriate staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and analysis.

• Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of educational goals.

• Ensure that district goals and objectives are developed using collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques when appropriate.

• Participate in the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs of the district.

• Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals, objectives, and campus performance objectives.

• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness.

• Secure consultants, specialists, and other community resources to assist principals and instructional staff in attaining objectives with adherence to the district’s business and finance regulations.

• Provide effective and engaging staff development activities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes, and input from teachers and others.

• Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.

• Compile, maintain, and present all reports, records, and other documents required.

• Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

• Review and analyze data, including student achievement data, to examine instructional program effectiveness.

• Model behaviors, which ensure the development of a district team, focused on problem solving and meeting student needs.

• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all district staff.

• Actively seek training and information, which will enhance skills and knowledge, related to responsibilities.

• Articulate the district’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit their support in realizing the mission.

• Maintain records of district 6 - 12 ELAR professional development attendance (sign in sheets, Eduphoria attendance records) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and complying with regulatory requirements and established
• Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators).
• Provide effective staff development activities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes, and input from teachers and

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction
• Compile, maintain, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents

Community Relations

• Articulate the district’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district’s
• Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate
• Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community involvement.

Budget

• Ensure that selected programs/materials are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program

Communication

• Provide for two-way communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and
• Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and
• Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other

Other

• Perform any other duties

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Occasional prolonged or irregular hours of work

Physical Demands

• Light lifting, light carrying, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, repetitive hand motions; frequent bending and stooping
• Prolonged use of computer

Environmental Demands

• Normal office environment
• Frequent district wide and occasional statewide travel

**The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check. A cost of up to $49. 00 will be charged for fingerprinting.

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.