What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of ELA and Social Studies Grades 6-8 position at Brockton Public Schools?
TO: All Teaching and Administrative Personnel Brockton Public Schools
FROM: Dr. Kathleen F. Moran,
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
SUBJECT:Coordinator of ELA and Social Studies Grades 6-8
The above captioned position is brought to the attention of all teaching and administrative personnel.
Qualifications:
Supervisor/Director license in appropriate content area.
Five or more years successful teaching (ELA/Social Studies) and/or administrative experience.
Strong organizational and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Familiar with MA curriculum Frameworks and district curriculum initiatives and programs.
Ability and experience working with educators to model best practices in ELA or Social Studies.
Experience providing and coordinating professional development activities for teachers in the areas of ELA or Social Studies.
Demonstrated skill in organization, leadership, communication, problem solving, collaboration, and team building.
Responsibilities
Work with professional staff and schools to improve ELA and Social Studies instruction.
Coordinate district wide curriculum initiatives in ELA and Social Studies.
Serve as a district liaison to DESE in the areas of ELA and Social Studies.
Conduct model lessons for classroom teachers and specialists.
Mentor teachers in best practices in ELA and Social Studies.
Provide professional development in ELA and Social Studies for professional staff.
Determine and recommend materials for budget to enhance initiatives in ELA and Social Studies.
Recommend current resources and best practices in ELA and Social Studies.
Work with other systemwide curriculum coordinators in implementing district wide curriculum initiatives.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Teaching Grades 6-12 and Alternative
Schools.
Compensation: 1.30 ratio for an eleven-month work year
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Teaching Grades 6-12 and Alternative Schools
A resume of the applicant’s educational and professional background with specific emphasis should accompany the letter of application. A copy of administrative certification should also be submitted.
