What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of Academic Support and Programs, K-12 position at Paulding County Schools?
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Job Summary:
The Coordinator of Academic Support and Programs, K-12 is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a office environment, overseen by the Executive Director, K-5 Teaching & Learning, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Coordinator of Academic Support and Programs, K-12
Salary Schedule: State-Based Plus Local Supplement
Department: Teaching & Learning
Job Code:
Reports To: Executive Director, K-5 Teaching & Learning
Work Schedule: 240 days
Grade/Level: N/A
FLSA: Exempt
Primary Function: The Coordinator of Academic Support and Programs guides the continuous, multi-level instructional improvement process to support the diverse learning needs of students K-12. The role oversees, develops, and implements innovative academic supports, interventions, recognitions, and educational programs that support the holistic growth of students. This position supports district and local school leaders in data-driven processes that inform instructional decisions, including delivery models, strategies, resources, and scheduling. The coordinator ensures that students in grades K-12 receive equitable and targeted support for intervention. The coordinator serves as a liaison between Teaching & Learning, ESEP, ESOL, and other relevant departments to align instructional supports within the MTSS/intervention framework and facilitate communication across departments in support of the whole child.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
Office Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Constant Interruptions
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications:
Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Level 5 certificate or higher. Educational Leadership certification preferred.
Minimum five (5) years of teaching experience
Leadership experience at the local school preferred.
Strong knowledge of K-12 evidence-based instructional strategies, curriculum, and programs.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing and utilizing educational software and technology platforms
Demonstrated experience with leading professional development and/or program implementation
Ability to use data to guide instructional decision-making
Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
Collaborates with district leadership, including the Executive Director of K-5 Teaching & Learning, literacy and math teams, and others, to align academic support strategies and programs with the district's strategic plan to promote student success.
Maintains a close working relationship with school-based and district-level administrators to build cohesive plans for instructional improvement and ensure effective communication across disciplines and programs.
Maintains extensive knowledge of current educational trends, practices, and research, particularly in whole-child development and targeted intervention strategies.
Champions and communicates a comprehensive approach to student development and well-being.
Facilitates communication and alignment between Teaching & Learning, ESEP, ESOL, technology, and other departments to support the whole-child approach to academic supports.
Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated curriculum, instruction, and assessment programs that meet the diverse learning needs of students K-12.
Manages and supports the selection, implementation, and utilization of educational software programs and platforms related to instruction, assessment, and intervention.
Develops, pilots, and implements innovative instructional strategies, interventions, and educational programs that support the holistic growth of students.
Assists school administrators and teachers in utilizing multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions regarding delivery models, resources, and scheduling.
Provides leadership in utilizing data to inform instructional decisions regarding interventions and instructional support programs and communicates results effectively to school leaders and teachers.
Supports the monitoring of accurate scheduling and FTE coding for students receiving interventions.
Models and provides professional learning on evidence-based instructional strategies, differentiated instruction, and integrating support services and interventions into the classroom.
Supports and provides professional learning on the use of district-adopted assessment platforms.
Provides leadership in monitoring the progress of students receiving interventions, providing reports on program effectiveness, and adjusting strategies as needed.
Facilitates the budget process for instructional interventions, formative assessments, and academic programs, including acquiring quotes, managing vendor relationships, communicating with IT, and maintaining required public information.
Supports Executive Directors in developing the annual instructional resource budget, textbook adoption, and inventory processes.
Maintains the Teaching and Learning Division's website, social media accounts, and online resources in partnership with Instructional Technology and Public Relations.
Maintains clear lines of communication with the IT Department to ensure timely and effective collaboration on electronic instructional resources and equipment adoptions and purchases.
Serves as the Teaching and Learning designee on the Instructional Technology Review Committee to support the adoption and effective implementation of educational programs, platforms, and software. Relays school adoption requests to the appropriate coordinator and Executive Director for content review.
Fosters a positive, district-wide culture of high performance and academic achievement by envisioning, planning, and implementing district-wide academic celebrations, recognitions, and events, in partnership with division leadership.
Possess the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and board policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
