Multicultural / Magnet Theme Coordinator

LEARN, Southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for a full-time Multicultural / Magnet Theme Coordinator opening at our Regional Multicultural Magnet School in New London, Connecticut.

General Scope Of Responsibilities

The Multicultural / Magnet Theme Coordinator acts as a consultant, coach, and curriculum coordinator to support the work of educators, enrich their professional development, and support all aspects of student assessment, program evaluation and MSAP grant evaluation. This coordinator will lead the revision of curricular and instructional approaches to infuse a multicultural and project-based approach to the holistic student experience at RMMS. A primary responsibility will also include maintaining data and other documentation related to the school’s five-year federal grant award to support this work.

Relationship within the Organization

The Multicultural / Magnet Theme Coordinator reports to and is evaluated by the Principal of the Regional Multicultural Magnet School.

Responsibilities

Instructional Support and Coaching:

• Provide thematic coaching services to teachers in all grades.
• Work with staff to analyze student data and develop instructional plans to address students’ developmental needs.
• Work with teachers to document student work using a variety of different modalities.
• Work with teachers to strengthen their ability to differentiate instruction.
• Work directly with teachers in classrooms to implement highly effective and proven instructional practices, including culturally -relevant instructional approaches.
  
  

Professional Development:

• Design and deliver project based learning (PBL) and multicultural professional development to all staff.
• Develop professional development sessions to support teacher growth.
• Participate in McREL Leadership Program.
• Attend and turnkey professional learning in partnership with PBL and multicultural partners.
  
  

Collaboration and Development:

• Complete all state and federal applications, paperwork, reports, and forms to meet the requirements for CSDE, USDOE, and other evaluations.
• Engage with a diverse group of educators to develop thematic, project-based and multicultural curriculum.
• Engage with a diverse team of educators and administrators to achieve MSAP grant deliverables.
• Identify, collaborate and create sustainable partnerships outside thematic partners, e.g., PBL Works and Multicultural Partner) to enhance programming and strengthen instruction.
  
  

Assessment and Reporting:

• Monitor and reports on overall Thematic and Multicultural program goals and objectives.
• Supports school leaders to ensure that grant goals are met; share progress/growth.
• Create and disseminate grant reports.
• Coordinate site visits in partnership with grant evaluators and school administration.
  
  

Recruitment and Marketing:

• Lead recruitment and marketing efforts aligned to the school’s magnet mission.
• Coordinate school tours, open houses, and community outreach events.
• Develop bilingual promotional materials highlighting PBL, multicultural, and dual-language learning.
• Manage social media and website updates to showcase student learning and partnerships.
• Build relationships with community and higher-ed partners that support the magnet theme.
• Track enrollment trends and support data-driven recruitment strategies.
• Engage families and students as ambassadors for the magnet program.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Works with school leadership in the design, implementation, and quality review of multicultural thematic programming.
• Performs other tasks as appropriately assigned by the School Principal.
  
  

Education

Experience, Knowledge, and Training

• Current CT Educator certification.
  
  

Experience:

• At least 5 years classroom or coaching experience.
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• 3-5 years middle school teaching or coaching experience.
  
  

Special Skills:

• Ability to work well with others.
• Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning theory when working with staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge, interest and experience with the school’s magnet theme.
• Demonstrated background in curriculum and assessment development that includes program evaluation.
• Experience working with culturally, socially, and economically diverse student/family populations.
• Experience in the development and delivery of them-based instruction.
• Experience in developing and implementing desegregation strategies and activities.
• Experience coaching or supporting teacher development/skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under the Other Professional category). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.