Curriculum Specialist - Elementary Math #27168

POSITION: Curriculum Specialist - Elementary Math

LOCATION: District-Wide Position; Office location to be directed by Director

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and two current (within one year) letters of recommendation (one letter must be from current supervisor). External applicants must also submit an online application prior to June 20, 2024. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

SALARY: Salary schedule can be found on the district's website: https://www.christinak12.org/cms/lib/DE50000539/Centricity/Domain/130/FY2024%20Administrator%20Salary%20Ranges.pdf

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Teacher Certification
• Must hold or be eligible for Delaware School Principal/Assistant Principal Certification
• Five or more years successful teaching experience
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per work-day.
• Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance)
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students
  
  

Christina School District is seeking a talented, motivated, teacher, committed to advancing excellence in teaching, improving teacher quality, and assisting teachers, principals and central office staff in delivery and implementation of the Christina School District’s Curriculum.

General Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and revise curriculum content, ensuring alignment with educational standards, learning objectives, and instructional best practices. Create and manage a collection of great lesson plans and resources for teachers; especially those designed to support both struggling students and high academic achievers. Integrate digital literacy and tech skills into teaching strategies. Oversee and manage curriculum adoption(s), curriculum based request for proposals (RFP), inventories, and plan for new hires.
• Instructional Design and Standards: Design instructional materials, including lesson plans, worksheets, assessments, and multimedia resources, to support effective teaching and learning. Ensure that curriculum materials and instructional strategies align with relevant educational standards, such as state or national standards, and educational trends. Support school based resources, such as instructional coaches, department chairs, team leads, etc. to support effective teaching and learning.
• Supervision: Supervision of effective implementation and application of curriculum, high-leverage instructional practices, through classroom and building walkthroughs and utilizing the State evaluation system. Evaluate staff using the DPAS/DTGSS process and procedures (as assigned) outlined by the State department or approved evaluation tool identified by the respective employee group
• Collaboration: Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to identify curriculum needs, gather feedback, and incorporate diverse perspectives into curriculum design. Hold regular meetings with school based content leaders, administration, instructional teams & committees, and instructional coaches. Develop and facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) to support collaborative curriculum planning and implementation.
• Professional Development: Provide training, coaching, and professional development opportunities for educators to support the effective implementation of curriculum materials and instructional strategies. These opportunities should be inclusive of, but not limited to, technology integration, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), and character education, Delaware Teacher Growth and Support (DTGSS), student inquiry, and project-based learning. Additional professional development should address tailored teaching for diverse learners; specifically special education and ELL for accessible curriculum and support the integration of cultural competency and diversity awareness into curriculum content. Develop, implement, and deliver a comprehensive Professional Development plan.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Develop assessment tools and evaluation criteria to measure student learning outcomes and assess the effectiveness of curriculum materials and instructional strategies. Serve as a resource, coach, and consultant for teachers seeking support with curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
• Data Analysis and Plan Creation: Analyze data on student performance and curriculum implementation to identify areas for improvement and inform decision-making processes. Participate in the creation of school improvement plans, leadership priority plans, and state and federal plans.
• Research, Innovation and Quality Assurance: Stay informed about current trends, research, and innovations in education and curriculum development to continuously improve curriculum materials and instructional practices. Ensure the quality, relevance, and accessibility of curriculum materials, including adherence to accessibility standards and cultural sensitivity.?C
• Communication: Communicate with stakeholders, including teachers, administrators, parents, and community members, to provide information about curriculum initiatives, gather feedback, and address concerns. Provide school board, CSD cabinet, and CSD teams and committees presentations and updates as necessary.
• Policy Compliance and Networking: Ensure compliance with relevant education policies, regulations, and guidelines in curriculum development and implementation. Build professional networks and collaborate with other curriculum specialists, educators, and organizations to share best practices and resources.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position

Christina School District

Human Resources

1899 S College Avenue

Newark, DE 19702

PH: 302-552-2600

Website: www.christinak12.org

Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report, a negative pre-employment drug screening and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.