What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilitator for PRISM III Grant Grades 4-5 PRISM III Curriculum Council ILP Team position at Everett Public Schools?
Facilitator for PRISM III Grant Grades 4-5 PRISM III Curriculum Council ILP Team
Description: The Facilitators for the PRISM III Grant Grades 4-5 Curriculum Council ILP Team will schedule monthly meetings for the team members. The council will meet on one Monday per month from 3:15 to 5:15. The team will meet with the K-8 Director of ELA to create the scope and sequence for this work, and then will have asynchronous time to complete it. Team members will report to Louise DeSisto, K-8 Director of ELA/Literacy, regarding this offering. Topics that will be covered include:
The topics covered will support effective literacy instruction, data-informed decisions, and student growth and will include:
1. Standards and Curriculum Alignment
- Deep dive into Common Core ELA standards
- Pacing guides and unit planning.
- Ensuring rigor and grade-level expectations.
2. Reading Instruction
- Building comprehension: main idea, inference, summarizing, etc.
- Developing vocabulary in context.
3. Writing Instruction
- Writing across genres: narrative, opinion/argumentative, informative/explanatory.
- Writing process: using the 5 Step Process.
- Rubrics and feedback strategies.
4. Assessment and Data Use
- Analyzing formative and summative assessment data (e.g., running records, benchmarks).
- Using data to differentiate instruction.
- Monitoring student progress in reading levels and writing proficiency.
- Intervention and Differentiation
- Identifying and supporting struggling readers and writers.
- Strategies for English Learners (ELs) and students with IEPs.
- Small-group instruction models and flexible grouping.
- Enrichment opportunities for advanced learners.
Working Time/Modality: Up to 100 Hours ($4,000) between October 2025 and June 2026, which will include attendance at the following sessions:
- Monday, October 20
- Monday, November 10
- Monday, December 8
- Monday, January 12
- Monday, February 9
- Monday, March 9
- Monday, April 13
- Monday, May 11
- Monday, June 8
Additionally, asynchronous work will be required to plan meetings..
Requirements:
- Knowledge of the CKLA Grades 4-5 Curriculum
- Experience with leading professional development on the implementation of CKLA with teachers
Preferred qualifications:
- Current assignment as an Instructional or ELL Coach that works directly with grades 4 and 5 on the implementation of CKLA.
- Strong growth mindset and collaborative skills
- Student-centered approach to literacy instruction with high expectations for student achievement.
Compensation: up to 100 hours or a total of $4,000 per person (based on the number of coaches). Stipend paid as one sum at the end of the completed professional development.
Number of Positions: 4
Members will report to Louise DeSisto, K-8 Director of ELA/Literacy, regarding this offering.
For questions, contact Louise DeSisto, ldesisto@everett.k12.ma.us
The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Salary : $4,000
