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Curriculum Coordinator - Secondary Math

Position Summary:

The Curriculum Coordinator supports increased student achievement and facilitates the transition to, and implementation of, rigorous and relevant standards in Mathematics for secondary school students.

Essential Duties:

1. Great Teaching & Learning (Instructional Infrastructure):
   • Provides leadership in assigned curriculum, instruction, and assessment to teachers and building principals.
   • Provides instructional support for the implementation of the Art and Science of Teaching instructional model.
   • Coordinates the curriculum to ensure rigor and consistency from grade to grade and from building to building.
   • Coordinates with elementary, middle, mid-high, and high school to ensure a well-articulated and well-coordinated curriculum.
   • Works collaboratively with the special education department to improve achievement and opportunities for students with disabilities in the subject matter.
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2. Great People (Talent Management):
   • Mentors new teachers and serves as a content expert for all teachers in the subject. Plans and conducts staff development as appropriate for teachers.
   • Supports and provides technology training to enhance instruction.
   • Models current research-based practices in meetings and classrooms.
3. Great Culture (Systems Leaders):
   • Assess the overall effectiveness of the curriculum. Initiates and directs improvements in the programs. Provides assistance and guidance in the selection of instructional materials and methods.
   • Interfaces with AP coordinator, AP teachers, vertical team members, principals, and other staff to successfully implement the AP program, including AVID.
   • Communicates with and obtains feedback from students, teachers, and administrators in a manner that enhances student learning.
   • Works with instructional facilitators to promote curriculum alignment and focus.
   • Facilitates the Curriculum Advisory Committee.
4. Great Systems (Support & Accountability):
   • Shares accountability for the improvement of student achievement.
   • Assists with procedures pertaining to remediation and intervention programs.
   • Leads data reviews, including data analysis and determination of appropriate interventions for students, including the response to Intervention (RTI) process.
   • Recommends staff development based on the needs of the individual schools.
   • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities):

• Masters' Degree in Mathematics or Curriculum/Instruction.
• Five (5) years of related experience and/or training.
• Commitment to raise student achievement.
• Evidence of successful leadership at the grade level, building level, or district level
• Evidence of strong written communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of standards, curriculum mapping, and vertical articulation support
• Experience in conducting staff development
• Evidence of strong planning and organizational skills
• Experience in mentoring/coaching other teachers
• Knowledge of best practices and current research in successful programs, curriculum, effective instructional strategies, and assessment practices
• Knowledge of appropriate applications of technology
• Computer skills Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs. 

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities):

*Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education at a 2:1 ratio.  Therefore for every 1 year of college lacking, 2 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted.

Physical/Mental Requirements:  

• Must have adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on a computer.
• Must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret, and transcribe written material and perform other required duties.
• Requires a normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone.
• Requires some stooping, bending, stretching, and occasional lifting not to exceed 25 pounds.
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• May periodically require work outside normal business hours, including weekends, and sometimes under stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.

 Work Environment:  

• Office duties will be performed in a well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.
• Will require time in the office, as well as external meeting locations with community partners or schools throughout the OKC metro area.
• May require participation in meetings and activities outside of normal business hours, including weekends and holidays.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to bend and stoop, lift 25lbs, stand and/or sit for extended periods of time.

Reports To: Executive Director of Secondary Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Learning 

FSLA Status: Exempt

Compensation:  905

Work Days:      242

FTE: 100