What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vetting Team Member - HS Curriculum Development position at Newton Public Schools - District Wide?
Department: Mathematics
FLSA Status: Exempt, Non-Aligned
Reports to: Jennifer Shore
SUMMARY
For each unit in the courses created by the Coherent math publishing team, the Vetting Team Member provides feedback on the DIGS (Daily Instructional Guides), the Supports and the Assessments. They will work with a lead from Coherent who will oversee the process and synthesize all of the feedback.
- Ongoing process starting in quarter 2; after each unit is completed by Coherent team
- Up to six teachers per school can be involved
- Ideal is 20-25 hours total time per unit. Likely will have 8 units per course.
- This time and compensation will be divided among the educators participating in this process
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current NPS High School math teacher
- Teaching Math 2 or 3 currently, or have taught in the recent past
- Depth of understanding of the High School MA Curriculum Frameworks for Mathematics.
- Strong interest in curriculum development. Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum of 5-years’ experience
- Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Computer experience
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):
- Collaborate with other members of the vetting team
- Respond with feedback in a timely manner to the Coherent team members
- Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed.
- Consistent and on-time attendance is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
- Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
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