Specialist, Curriculum, Elementary Math (9889)

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: The primary role of the Curriculum Specialist is to support the implementation of the District’s frameworks and vision in order to positively impact student achievement.  The Curriculum Specialist will assist the C&I Department in managing the district approved curriculum while providing implementation support to campus leadership and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Teacher Certification
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• ESL Supplement or certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies
• Knowledge of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), state assessments including STAAR and TELPAS, and College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Standards
• Knowledge of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM)
• Knowledge of curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies including structured academic conversations, vocabulary instruction, higher order thinking questions, and collaborative learning structures
• Knowledge of classroom management methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of the complexities of building collaborative structures in educational environments
• Skill in using technology as a learning tool in all content areas
• Skill in analyzing and reflecting on student data, including work samples, to improve instructional practices
• Ability to locate and obtain instructional materials to support best practice instruction
• Ability to engage others in collective inquiry and problem-solving
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders in groups of various sizes

Experience:

• Three (3) years of classroom teaching experience
• Experience creating and presenting professional development at the district or campus level preferred

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Curriculum Management:

• Support the implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of assigned programs for elementary and secondary education, curriculum, and/or instructional support, and ensure that assigned programs are efficiently and effectively administered.
• Implement District-level curriculum policies, procedures, regulations, and plans, including the strategic, curriculum management, and annual district improvement plans;
• Ensure the development of the written curriculum for their assigned courses;
• Provide technical and expert assistance, professional learning, and resources to all staff needed to implement the curriculum and programs;
• Support district coaches with program implementation and the delivery of the curriculum, including building their capacity to use coaching cycles and feedback as implementation tools;
• Support teacher teams' use of unit and lesson internalization and rehearsal as a tool for effective curriculum delivery and implementation;
• Support campus administrators in monitoring the implementation of the curriculum and programs
• Provide guidance and support on the assessment of the curriculum at the campus and district levels.
• Provide feedback regarding the district testing calendar;
• Create district assessments that allow for timely vetting with district teachers and translation with the multilingual team to ensure implementation of the district testing calendar;
• Provide guidance and support to district coaches, teacher teams, and campus administrators in data analysis of district and state assessments that leads to adapting instruction to meet student needs.

Management of Administrative, Fiscal and/or Facilities Functions:

• Design, implement, measure, refine assigned programs and/or content areas, and assist with quality improvement efforts.
• Create data reports from various data management systems as needed.
• Analyze and respond to school data and educational trends.
• Work collaboratively with instructional coaches, members of the department, and campuses to establish exemplary classroom learning environments.
• Respond in a timely and positive manner to all requests for support from campus and district administrators.
• Exhibit a high degree of initiative in response to requests for curricular/instructional support.
• Model/demonstrate exemplary lesson delivery.
• Assist teachers/teacher teams in lesson internalization, lesson rehearsal and student work analysis.
• Facilitate the development of collaborative cultures at the campus and district levels.
• Share leadership responsibility with campus and district administrators for creating change-adept learning communities.
• Network with out-of-district entities to ensure district practices stay current with state and national best practice trends.
• Ensure continuous improvement in teacher and student performance through effective coaching cycle protocols. Assume a leadership role in the adoption and acquisition of aligned instructional resources.
• Coordinate departmental activities with other District offices and administrators and provide assistance to requesting departments.

Organization Improvement:

• Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.

Professional Learning:

• Work with the district and campus leadership to create a culture of professional learning in order to meet the needs of all students.
• Present and/or facilitate professional development in large and small group settings according to district and campus needs, including, but not limited to:
  • Curriculum planning and implementation,
  • Priority instructional strategies,
  • Differentiation for student needs,
  • Assessments, and
  • New teacher support.
• Actively pursue professional growth by attending appropriate conferences and professional learning activities.

Texas Academic Performance Indicators and Campus Performance Objectives:

• Support the administration of state-mandated testing at campuses in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Monitor and review campus test data and use findings to assist with planning to close achievement gaps between student groups and/or campuses.

School/Community Relations:

• Interface with governmental agencies, business and civic organizations, and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District’s initiatives.

Organization Morale:

• Foster positive morale by participating in team building activities and the decision-making process.
• Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery, program development, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain professional and timely communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and teacher/campus performance.

Other Responsibilities:

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Provide guidance and direction to assigned staff.

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds), occasional heavy lifting such as textbooks, desks, and other classroom equipment (up to 50 pounds)
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

Salary : $302 - $477