PK-2 Curriculum Specialist

Position:

Curriculum Specialist

Department/Campus:

Central Office

Reports to:

Curriculum Coordinator

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Pay Grade:

Band 5

Job Type

Full Time

Work Hours

Normal Work hours (225 days)

JOB ROLES:

Assist in providing leadership and coordination to deliver an aligned and articulated instructional program in all subject areas in PK-12.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Texas Teaching certification required
• Minimum of three years of exemplary teaching
• Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction (preferred)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of SST Schools
• Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers
• Ability to coordinate a district-wide program
• Analytical skills to interpret data and identify performance gaps
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills to coach teachers on effective instructional strategies

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional and Program Management

• Collaborate and assist in the review, development, and revision of all core subject area programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.
• Work cooperatively with coordinators, campus administrators, and teachers in developing instructional programs in all core subjects.
• Support Instructional Leadership Teams (ILT) for planning, development, and production of curriculum materials, processes, and best practices that are evaluated and acknowledged to be highly effective in improving student outcomes.
• Assist in the development of curriculum-based assessments in all core subject areas
• Support coordinators with data analysis reflecting current student performance or other data as needed to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness.
• Assist in creating instructional materials to support staff in accomplishing program goals.
• Assist in the preparation of ordering instructional materials, supplemental supports, and supplies

Staff Development

• Conduct and collaborate with coordinators on staff development sessions, including sessions on the delivery of instruction, enriched learning in classroom settings, and new instructional practices in all core subject areas.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrate teaching strategies with teachers in professional development settings.
• Attend and present the most current curriculum staff development.
• Assist in providing resources and materials to support staff in accomplishing program goals.

Other

• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Assist with the evaluation and selection of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is an in-office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Moderate travel is required.