Language and Literacy Coordinator

Job Title: Language and Literacy Coordinator
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt
Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade: AP4
Dept./School: South San Antonio High School
Days: 226

Primary Purpose:

Provide leadership and support in literacy curriculum instruction and assessment to ensure an aligned and articulated instructional program. Strengthen classroom teaching and student achievement through instructional coaching modeling effective practices and collaborating with and supporting the Academic Dean and RLA Master Teacher.

Qualifications:

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years teaching experience in subject area assigned

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

1. Collaborate with the campus leadership team Academic Dean Executive Master Teacher and RLA Master Teacher to develop implement and strengthen an aligned Reading Language Arts curriculum instructional program and assessment system.
2. Support the review development and revision of Reading Language Arts curriculum documents and instructional materials including curriculum guides pacing guides and teaching plans to ensure alignment with state standards and district priorities.
3. Support the development implementation and analysis of Reading Language Arts assessments. Collaborate with campus leaders and teachers to use assessment results to identify student needs adjust instruction and monitor progress.
4. Provide instructional coaching model effective literacy practices and support teachers in planning and delivering rigorous differentiated instruction that meets student needs.
5. Collaborate with and support the Academic Dean and RLA Master Teacher in planning professional learning facilitating collaborative instructional planning and providing ongoing teacher support.
6. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Reading Language Arts curriculum and instruction using student achievement data classroom observations and other evidence. Recommend and support improvements to strengthen teaching and student outcomes.
7. Support with the selection ordering and effective use of Reading Language Arts instructional materials and resources. Maintain accessible resources that support curriculum implementation assessment and evidence-based literacy practices.
8. Participate in the development preparation and administration of the budget for literacy instructional materials assessments professional learning supplies and equipment.
9. Conduct classroom observations and provide timely actionable feedback to strengthen literacy instruction. Collaborate with the Academic Dean and RLA Master Teacher to identify instructional strengths and areas for growth align coaching and modeling to teacher needs and monitor implementation and impact on student learning.

Staff Development

1. Plan and provide staff development for teachers administrators and staff.
2. Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels.
3. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate effective and high impact teaching strategies with students in the classroom.

Other

1. Convey information to parent and community members about school programs.
2. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
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 frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

IC