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Position: District Academic Specialist for AVID & K-12 ELA
Location: Curriculum and Instruction
Reports To: Executive Director of Academics
Employment Period: 200 days
Certification Area: Elementary or Secondary ELA
Position Overview: The Academic Specialist for K-12 ELA will provide leadership and support to ensure the successful implementation of standards-based instruction and to drive student achievement across elementary and secondary ELA rooted in the science of reading. This individual will work collaboratively with district and school staff to develop high-quality curriculum, instructional strategies, and professional development opportunities for improving the K-12 education program in Cherokee County Schools.
Major Responsibilities:
(1) Assist the curriculum and instruction team in providing leadership for the continued analysis, development and monitoring of short- and long-range plans for improving the K-12 educational program in Cherokee County School District.
(2) Ensure the implementation, promotion, and delivery of Cherokee County School District’s K-12 ELA curriculum as aligned to the South Carolina College- and Career-Readiness Standards and the Science of Reading.
(3) Assist in articulating the vertical and horizontal curriculum for the district in the area of English Language Arts.
(4) Assist in defining educational in-service activities and providing professional development for instructional personnel in support of the district's K-12 English Language Arts initiatives aligned to the Science of Reading.
(5) Monitor student achievement data to make recommendations and to direct or re-direct current instructional practices for continued improvement in student achievement.
(6) Provide leadership to ensure attainment of the educational goals of the district in support of the district's Science of Reading literacy initiative.
(7) Observe, support, and assist teachers directly in the classroom and through modeling and coaching effective K-12 English Language Arts content and instructional strategies.
(8) Serve as a thought partner to the district academic specialist for K12 math and support for instructional coaches/reading coaches at the school level.
(9) Coordinate and support the district AVID implementation
(10) Engage teachers in collaborative planning, research and curriculum development using best practice in support of the district's K-12 English Language Arts program.
(11) Recommend the adoption of new instructional materials, methods and programs related to K-12 English Language Arts.
(12) Assist in the budget preparation for K-12 English Language Arts as needed.
(13) Maintain active participation with appropriate educational leaders in curriculum, instruction, and assessment at regional, state and national levels to ensure compliance with all regulations and mandates.
(14) Conduct regular professional development activities around the district based on district data.
(15) Support the implementation and integration of instructional technology, and
(16) Perform additional duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Coordinator of Secondary Education, and Executive Director of Academics.
Qualifications: The person(s) in this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Master’s degree;
- Minimum of five years of successful experience as an elementary or secondary teacher;
- Experience with ELA curriculum development;
- Ability to interpret data for program improvements;
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Successful experience with evaluating program effectiveness;
- Strong desire and experience working with teachers in the classroom for instructional improvement.
Desired Attributes:
A deep belief in students’ ability to achieve at high levels and a commitment to equity in education.
Innovative problem-solver who can think critically and adapt to diverse situations in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled at fostering teacher engagement and creating a culture of continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Salary: To be determined by Board
NOTE: THE DISTRICT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXTEND THE DEADLINE DATE, UPDATE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, CHANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION, OR WITHDRAW POSTING WITHOUT NOTICE.
Cherokee County School District Hires Only Highly Qualified Employees
CHEROKEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER ONE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX OR HANDICAP IN ADMISSION TO, ACCESS TO, TREATMENT IN OR EMPLOYMENT IN ITS PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES.
