What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum Leader Itinerant position at Baldwin County Public Schools?
Job Title: Curriculum Leader
Supervised by/Reports to: Academic Dean and Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Goals:
- To develop an instructional relationship with each teacher in the assigned school
- To serve as an instructional coach and mentor to teachers, co-teaching when needed
- To assist teachers in the integration of digital resources into the curriculum
- To frequently monitor academic progress of students in all classes using a district-wide analytics platform that assesses progress in “real-time” format
- To frequently monitor teacher instructional effectiveness in all classes
- To be trained in the Guided Reading and eMints programs
- Meet with central office curriculum and technology staff on a weekly basis
- To give frequent updates to the principal regarding classroom instruction and student progress in all classes
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Valid Alabama Professional Educator’s Certificate.
- Minimum three (3) years of successful teaching experience in the K-12 setting.
- Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
- eMints certified teacher or trainer or the ability to obtain eMints teacher or trainer certification within two years of hire date.
- Training in Guided Reading or ability to complete training in Guided Reading within two years of hire date.
- Ability to create learning units based on current research and best practices.
- Ability to be an instructional leader across multiple settings and to work collaboratively as a team member.
- Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication with the ability to produce and lead presentations through various data sources.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply digital resource skills and teaching strategies for various learning styles.
- Experience and proven success as an educator who engages students in the use of digital resources.
- Background knowledge of a variety of instructional strategies and proven success in the implementation of these strategies.
- Superior leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with large and/or diverse groups.
- Basic skills with traditional instructional technology devices (LCD projects, speakers, interactive whiteboards, etc.).
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays when necessary.
- Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
- Advocates, supports, promotes, and communicates all aspects of the Baldwin County School System curriculum and technology programs, services, and initiatives.
- Works within the school system community to promote excellent customer service, effective response times, and provide expert insights into curricular initiatives.
- Creates professional development opportunities at the school level that facilitate instructional growth and student academic achievement.
- Assists teachers in gaining a high level of expertise in the digital learning experience and to integrate digital resources into the curriculum.
- Models instructional strategies for teachers as needed.
- Utilizes a variety of coaching strategies to differentiate support for teachers, both individually and in groups.
- Supports school and system efforts in literacy and mathematics to reach the goal of students performing at or above proficiency in all areas.
- Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in planning effective instructional goals, objectives, methods and curriculum.
- Interprets and uses data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results) for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.
- Leads professional development sessions at school sites.
- Assists in professional development within schools and through the system using delivery resources such as videos, webinars, and remote learning.
- Provides professional learning for teachers modeling instructional delivery using resources including planning, coaching, and assessing instructional tools.
- Works collaboratively with teachers and students to effectively use digital resources during learning activities.
- Promotes the ethical use of digital resources and assists in developing responsible digital citizenship among staff and students.
- Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and community.
- Collects, receipts and submits school funds in accordance with school procedures and Board policy.
- Participates in state-approved evaluation program as required.
- Actively supervises students during assigned duty before, during and/or after school.
- Supervises and/or assists with extracurricular and co-curricular activities as assigned.
- Serves on school/system committees, task forces, planning teams, and advisory groups as required.
- Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, events, ceremonies, services and programs.
- Engages in personal professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
- Participates in administration of state and/or standardized testing as assigned; establishes appropriate testing environment and ensures test security.
- Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
- Models and maintains high ethical standards.
- Demonstrates initiative in identifying instructional needs and works to help teachers improve their instructional techniques.
- Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
- Participates in training programs, professional development, or other learning to increase skill and proficiency related to job performance and leadership.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns, and /or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
- Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
- Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
- Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned by principal and/or supervisor(s).
Terms of Employment: Nine-month position in accordance with the Board’s salary schedule
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Baldwin County Board of Education policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.
