What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum-Instructional Specialist (PreK- 3rd ELA) position at The Rhodes School?
Job Summary:
The curriculum-instructional specialist is defined as one whose primary concern is the improvement of learning opportunities through the provision
of instructional leadership. The C&I Specialist's responsibilities include curriculum development, instruction, and staff development. The
curriculum-instructional specialist will plan, implement and evaluate an educational program relevant to the needs of the student at
TRS.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective
actions.
2. Partner with district and campus-level leadership in directing instructional and curriculum services to meet students’ needs.
3. Plan, implement and evaluate instructional programs with teachers, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment
techniques.
4. Assist instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs.
5. Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support the accomplishment of educational goals.
6. Participate in the TRS decision-making process to establish and review the TRS’ goals and objectives and major classroom instructional
programs for Pre-K through 8th grade.
7. Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine curriculum and instructional program effectiveness.
8. Assist with the preparation of STARR testing.
9. Maintains and updates records for all students via Eduphoria.
10. This position will require Hands-on work with students,
11. Performs any additional duties related to the ongoing effectiveness of the program as directed.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year, accredited university. Master’s Degree preferred.
Certification: NCLB, Highly qualified valid Texas Teaching Certificate as required by teaching assignment or acceptance to approved Alternative
Certification Program and results of TEXes exam.
Work Experience: 3 to 5 years of teaching experience
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position:
• Knowledge of state and federal education laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of subject matter to be taught and ability to lead discussions
• Skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to
problems.
• Ability to evaluate the instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• 706(8) and other applicable federal and state civil rights legislation.
• Ability to review and implement agency policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Ability to convey and interpret information to students.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals involved in the education of
TRS students.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions, with possible occurrences of extreme heightened stress.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to keep accurate files and records.
Equipment Used
Microsoft Office, Eduphoria, Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier). General Knowledge of accounting procedures, district policies and
school law.
Working/Environmental Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Ability to carry and/or lift less than 20 pounds.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by The Rhodes
School.
The Rhodes School is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete
list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified
operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.
Salary : $60,247 - $69,157