Rush County Schools
Director of Curriculum/Grant Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS:Â Â Â Â Â Valid Indiana Teaching License RequiredÂ
Valid Indiana Principal's License PreferredÂ
DESIRED QUALITIES:Â Â Â Â Â Experience/Knowledge of the following is preferred:Â Â
- Ability to demonstrate teacher leadership Â
- Ability to communicate effectively Â
- Ability to work well with various groups Â
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Â
- Strong organizational and technology skills Â
- Ability to provide guidance in standards-based instructional, grading, and assessment practices Â
- Ability to prioritize tasks as situations arise Â
- Desire to learn and remain current in instructional strategies and assessmentÂ
JOB DESCRIPTION:Â
This role will assist the district and our teachers to teach standards, develop PD, obtain resources, and seek funds to supplement our current programming. Â This individual will be a key part of communication and support of strategic goals and helping our staff instruct our students. Â
SPECIFIC DUTIES:Â
Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:Â Â
- Support the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the Indiana Academic Standards, instruction, technology-integration, grading, assessment, and other district initiatives. Â
- Provide support and coordination with principals for how curriculum is developed and implemented consistent with district initiatives and recognized best instructional practices. Â
- Work with principals to coordinate and facilitate grade level, department, and building meetings. Â
- Work with principals to plan professional development for teachers. Work with principals to plan summer school for students. Â
- Work with teachers and principals in the selection process of instructional materials and resources. Â
- Research grant opportunities from federal, state and private sources relevant to education.Â
- Develop grant proposals in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including administrators, teachers, and community partners.
- Manage the grant application process, including writing grant proposals, assembling necessary documentation, and submitting applications within deadlines.Â
- Monitor grant-funded programs and activities to ensure compliance with grant requirements and objectives.
- Coordinate with funders as needed, providing updates and reports, and other requested information.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent.Â
Contracted Days: 210 daysÂ
SALARY: Determined upon the candidates abilities, experience, and potential impact of the district    Â
Application:Â Â Â Â Complete on-line application
https://www.rushville.k12.in.us/employment
Letter of Interest
Resume
Three (3) letters of recommendation (must be within last 2 years)