What are the responsibilities and job description for the COORDINATOR - ADVANCED ACADEMICS SECONDARY position at ADVANCED ACADEMIC SERVICES?
Job Title: Advanced Academic Services Coordinator, Secondary Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Academics Pay Grade: Admin Pay 5
Dept./School: Advanced Academic Services Days: 227
Supervises: Elementary GT Program Teachers and Specialists
Primary Purpose: To assist the Director of Academics with the planning, development, and implementation of district programs for identified gifted and talented students at the elementary level.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Teacher certification
- Master’s degree preferred
- Administrative certification preferred
- T-TESS certification preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Demonstrate evidence of master teacher ability
- Excellent interpersonal skills, skills in written and oral communications
- Ability to organize and coordinate programs across campuses
- Knowledge of district academic programing
- Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences from multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds
Experience:
- Demonstrate ability in using data for informing and implementing instruction
- Demonstrate ability in designing and implementing professional development
- Demonstrate leadership skills
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assists the Director of Academics in implementing and monitoring the elementary gifted and talented program in alignment with district vision, goals, and state mandates.
- Supports GT specialists and GT teachers at the elementary level, including providing feedback, coaching, and participating in the T-TESS process as directed by the Director of Academics.
- Coordinates the development, revision, and alignment of GT curriculum and instructional resources to ensure high-quality learning experiences for gifted students.
- Analyzes student achievement, growth, and program participation data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in elementary gifted services.
- Collaborates with teachers and campus leadership to implement targeted instructional strategies and interventions based on data findings to improve student outcomes.
- Collaborates with principals, counselors, and teachers to support program compliance, student services, and instructional differentiation for gifted learners.
- Facilitates professional learning for teachers serving GT students, including planning sessions, presenting workshops, and modeling instructional strategies.
- Implements the GT identification and referral process, including screening, testing, and participation in campus selection committees.
- Maintains accurate program records, student files, and reports to support program compliance and improvement.
- Provides information and guidance to students and families regarding GT program services and opportunities.
- Coordinates enrichment activities and events for elementary gifted students in collaboration with campus staff.
- Monitors GT program budgets, grants, and resources as assigned, including tracking expenditures and preparing documentation.
- Promotes awareness of GT services through communication with parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Schedules and conducts campus visits to support GT program implementation at elementary schools.
- Engages in ongoing professional development to remain current on best practices in gifted education.
Equipment Used: General office equipment
Working Conditions: Advanced Academic Office and ECISD Campuses
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.
Salary : $80,987 - $114,161