Curriculum Area Supervisor: Special Education 0.4 FTE

South Burlington School District

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At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee-inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title : Curriculum Area Supervisor


Location : District


Job Group: Educator/Co-Curricular


Reports to : High School Principal


Summary: Provides oversight for developmentally appropriate programs in assigned subject area(s); promotes student learning and personal growth in teaching environments; motivates students to develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to provide a strong foundation for learning, as outlined in our district procedures, policies, and practices. Responsible for establishing effective relationships with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members to enhance learning opportunities.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Supervision and Evaluation of Personnel
1. Supervises/evaluates personnel as assigned by the principals.
2. Ensures proper compliance with legal and contractual applications and obligations to include, but not limited to evaluations, goal setting, and employment actions.
3. Ensures that instruction follows the curriculum and that students achieve essential curriculum outcomes.
4. Ensures that appropriate instructional strategies are implemented and utilized effectively by teachers.
5. Provides assistance with due process by providing documentation, testimony and evidence as necessary to ensure quality instructional programs.
6. Provides assistance and collaboration with principals for teachers in evaluation.
2. Program Evaluation
1. Establishes and maintains an educational program consistent with curriculum standards adopted by the District. Coordinates the program across various levels, grades, teachers, and other subject areas.
2. Monitors and analyzes student progress relative to achieving curriculum objectives and standards for all students. Recommends changes in program and/or instruction when necessary.
3. Facilitates the Program Evaluation Process and directs improvement to programs based student performance data (e.g. Action Plans).
4. Collaborates with the principals and Director of Learning relative to proposed changes in instructional programs. Evaluates proposed changes in programs for congruence with District standards, prior to seeking administrative approval for implementation.
3. Curriculum Coordination
1. Develops curriculum goals for the content area consistent with district long-range goals.
2. Serves as the subject matter resource to the Director of Learning. Participates in conferences and meetings related to concerns regarding curriculum and instruction.
3. Apprises the administration on a regular basis on progress and problems encountered in coordinating curriculum.
4. Develops and coordinates curriculum with the goal of establishing continuity, consistency, and appropriateness for the achievement of district educational goals and objectives.
5. Plans and leads meetings which include discussion of curriculum trends and innovations.
6. Leads subject area work consistent with district goals and the school's Continuous Improvement Plan.
7. Assists Principal in planning, conducting program and curriculum standards and assessment activities.
4. Additional Responsibilities
1. Plans, in cooperation with the Director of Learning and with principals, the staff development opportunities for teachers and support staff.
2. Coordinates and ensures the selection and ordering of instructional resources for the subject areas assigned.
3. Assists in the recruitment and selection of teachers for the subject area(s) or teacher team in accord with District guidelines.
4. Submits timely reports as required.
5. Obtains and supervises substitute teachers under the direction of the principals.
6. Acts as a liaison to other subject areas and the administration.
7. Develops, submits and controls a budget under the direction of the principals.
8. Facilitates meetings among parents, students, and teachers related to matters of curriculum and instruction.
9. Accepts and carries out other responsibilities in a timely manner as may be assigned by the principals.
5. Instruction
1. Teaches a maximum of three classes.
6. Demonstrates the Core Teaching and Leadership Standards for Vermont Educators.

Education and/or Experience: Master's Degree preferred. Demonstrated teaching success in content area(s) pertinent to assigned duties.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate endorsement for content and/or grade level. Additional professional development and course work in the area (s) of leadership, supervision, and assigned subject matter.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs at the middle and high school level; a demonstrated application of best practices with adolescent/young adult learning. Ability to plan and implement curriculum programs based on school and district objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents/guardians; skilled in oral and written communication. Ability to keep current with technology trends and utilize technology to enhance student instruction and learning. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board policies.

Why Join SBSD?

*Supportive colleagues and leadership

*Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

*Professional growth and advancement

*Comprehensive benefits

*Meaningful work that impacts students daily