Coordinator - Secondary English Language Arts and Reading

Primary Purpose:

The Coordinator is responsible for curriculum and support services related to the Grade 6 through Grade 12 academic programs. Duties include providing support to campuses, and planning and initiating appropriate activities to support the written goals and objectives of the District in compliance with state and federal requirements. The Coordinator for Secondary ELAR provides assistance and expertise to teachers in assigned academic subject areas and designated special programs. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Required: Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

Preferred: Masters degree in educational administration

Preferred: Texas Principal Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of secondary ELAR curriculum and instruction, best practices

Knowledge of state assessments

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to determine effectiveness of programs

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats

Ability to problem-solve, resolve conflict and address needs

Ability to read, understand and implement policy and procedures

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Required: Three years experience as a classroom teacher

Required: Knowledge of secondary ELAR curriculum and related rules

Performance Responsibilities and Duties:

• Serves as a liaison with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) curriculum departments to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information to District staff.
• Serves as an instructional leader in the coordination of effective Districtwide instructional programs particularly related to the assigned subject areas. Other responsibilities include serving as a liaison and coordinator of support services for designated academic instructional programs.
• Assists in selecting state-adopted textbooks and other instructional materials for local use in -the instructional program.
• Works with principals, campus planning and decision-making (PDM) teams, counselors, and faculties to disseminate information regarding current research and proven strategies that improve student achievement.
• Conducts meetings of campus staff as appropriate.
• Provides support services for assigned subject areas and special programs.
• Promotes high expectations and provides motivation for excellence in staff/student performance.
• Collaborates with other staff members to foster effective decision making, high morale, and enthusiasm in the organization.
• Values the organization by maintaining a positive working environment, adhering to the District's mission statement, recognizing various roles and functions within the District, and supporting each campus organization.
• Undertakes/completes assignments in an appropriate and timely manner to achieve organizational goals
• Initiates change to improve the District's instructional programs based on current research and knowledge of TEA requirements.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations for modifications of existing District programs and implementation of innovative instructional models.
• Serves in an advisory capacity to local campuses in the achievement of Campus Improvement Plans, particularly in relation to the District's instructional programs.
• Analyzes data and evaluates research studies to support recommendations for the District's instructional programs and to provide technical assistance.
• Serves as a positive role model, and works cooperatively with others in designing and promoting quality instructional programs.
• Determines and works for the financial support necessary to provide equipment, instructional materials, services, and staffing related to the District's instructional programs that meet local, state, and national standards.
• Facilitates the preparation of specifications for facilities and equipment and the selection, requisition, distribution, and utilization of instructional materials and equipment to support the District's instructional programs.
• Disseminates information concerning the District's instructional programs at the local, state, regional, and national levels.
• Plans and provides leadership for professional growth of teachers through effective in-service training and dissemination of information related to significant development in the District's instructional programs.
• Assists, as directed, in the organization of local events, contests, competitions, conferences, and festivals.
• Serves as a liaison to civic groups on projects pertaining to the District's instructional programs
• Promotes positive relations with school personnel and the general public, leading to a better understanding of the District's instructional programs.
• Provides training to both teachers and administrators in improving instructional techniques, developing new approaches in teaching, and using materials and equipment that are responsive to student needs.
• Assists both central office staff and campus administrators and staff in the effective utilization of computers and other technology, and media.
• Facilitates consistent, equitable student management plans through staff development or on-site technical assistance.
• Provides assistance in assessing the academic needs of students.
• Provides technical assistance for conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues.
• Performs duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in Board policy and the TEA Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Assumes leadership responsibilities in professional organizations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate chain of command.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Support Personnel

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including technology and peripherals, copy machine, etc.

Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, assist in mediating concerns and facilitating effective solutions

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Administrative � Professional -4

The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job. I understand this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed.