Rhode Island School for the Deaf-Academc Coordinator

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: •Assist the Principal and Director in implementing a cohesive and appropriate program of academic study •Support the Principal in monitoring and evaluating teacher performance, classroom environments, and professional responsibilities using the RI Model Evaluation and Support System SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the principal and/or Director with latitude to exercise independent judgment in the performance of assignments. Work is subject to review periodically or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally none FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Support the Principal in providing support in current curricular trends and instructional practices, addressing the needs of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students across a variety of grades. •Support the Principal in creating schedules •Support the Principal in planning and implementing professional development •Support the teaching and learning community by overseeing the planning and implementation of lessons in prek-12 classroom •Develop and maintain an optimum learning climate for the unique needs of our students, ensuring alignment with standards and effective implementation of lessons •Inventory, order/ reorder classroom materials and supplies related to the curriculum •Provide "Science of Reading" training to staff •Facilitate Professional Learning Community meetings and oversee team meetings facilitated by lead teachers •Provide support in current curricular trends and instructional practices, addressing the needs of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students across a variety of grades. •Conduct classroom visits and periodic observations and provide regular and constructive feedback to faculty and staff while respecting individual teaching styles. •Recognize, model, and promote effective teaching strategies enabling students to apply their learning to real-world experiences. •Provide opportunities and support for teacher collaboration, the exchange of ideas, and experimentation with innovative teaching.