Coordinator of K-12 Reading/English Language Arts [2 Positions]

LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS

COORDINATOR FOR K-12 READING/ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Requirements:

1. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Licensure valid for service as a Teacher of Reading or English in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
3. Licensure valid for service (or eligible to apply) as a Supervisor/Director in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
4. At least five years' successful teaching or related experience.
5. A strong background in ESL/ELL and in the secondary content area reading,
6. An understanding of performance standards and effective teaching practices which support the English Language Arts Massachusetts curriculum Frameworks and MCAS.
7. Knowledge of human growth and development and its implications for teaching reading; first and second language acquisition and language literacy, and linguistics.
8. Demonstrated knowledge of reading theory and research, their implementation, and major educational trends; the design, implementation and evaluation of developmental and remedial reading programs.
9. Consulting skills are necessary for communicating effectively with members of the wider school community, including those from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
10. Working knowledge of various literacy assessment instruments.
11. Ability to develop Reading/English Language Arts curriculum for students.
12. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
13. Excellent written communication skills.
14. Demonstrated computer proficiency and knowledgeable in the application of educational technologies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of the approved K-12 Reading/English Language Arts Curriculum to affect an optimum learning climate.
2. Assist building administrators in their development, implementation, supervision, evaluation, and upgrading of all aspects of Reading/English Language Arts instruction and curriculum for all educational programs at the school in accordance with the school district's policies and procedures.
3. Assist in the ongoing professional development of effective teaching strategies and practices that support the Reading/English Language Arts Massachusetts curriculum frameworks and performance standards.
4. Organize and lead committees/study groups in the ongoing effort to upgrade the Reading/English Language Arts curriculum.
5. Work with the building administrators and teacher committees in organizing and coordinating the horizontal and vertical continuity of the Reading/English Language Arts instructional program throughout the district.
6. Work with district and school staff to meet the needs of a diverse population of learners and to coordinate the development of the district success plans and individual student success plans.
7. Observe teachers in their classrooms and offer insights into the enhancement of teaching/learning situations.
8. Direct, organize, manage, and assess school and district Reading/English Language Arts programs and meet with school-based personnel to interpret and implement the district's Reading/English Language Arts curriculum.
9. Assume responsibility for reviewing and evaluating results of district-wide testing programs and for other evaluative measures of Reading/English Language Arts used in schools.
10. Assist classroom and school-based Reading/English Language Arts curriculum support personnel in the development of instructional strategies to challenge all students.
11. Study, evaluate, and, as appropriate, recommend the adoption of new Reading/English Language Arts instructional materials, methods, and programs, and assist in the budget preparation for newly approved instructional programs as related to instructional supplies, equipment and materials.
12. Provide models to facilitate lessons in the Reading/English Language Arts curriculum and encourage the development, publication and use of new Reading/English Language Arts instructional materials by professional staff.
13. Assume a leadership role in developing a curriculum for any Reading/English Language Arts course newly mandated by the legislature or School committee.
14. Demonstrate the use of a variety of evaluation tools, including required assessment instruments.
15. Serves as a resource in the area of Reading/English Language Arts for teachers, administrators and the community.
16. Keep abreast of research and trends in Reading/English Language Arts instruction and curriculum and provide assistance in determining their appropriateness for inclusion in the Reading/English Language Arts Program.
17. Coordinate university-school partnerships with other educational agencies to promote the advancement of Reading/English Language Arts.
18. Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of district and school improvement plans and initiatives.
19. Assist in the development and implementation of state, federal and private grant applications.
20. Perform other Reading/English Language Arts instructional and curriculum duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Academics and Instruction.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Academics and Instruction

WORK YEAR: as per LSAA contract

SALARY: as per LSAA contract