Job Posting for Curriculum Coordinator - Elementary at Waterloo Community School District
Title: Curriculum Coordinator - Elementary
FLSA Status: Exempt
Classification: Administrator
Immediate Supervisor: Associate Superintendent for Educational and Student Services
Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing the leadership to develop, coordinate and evaluate all phases of the K-5 educational program within the district, advising and aiding teachers, principals and other administrative staff.
Hiring Specifications:
Education
Master’s degree in education with emphasis in curriculum and methodology required
Additional graduate work related to areas of responsibility highly desired
Certification
Administrative endorsement
Iowa evaluator license
Elementary teaching certification
Experience
Five (5) years of successful classroom experience
Related administrative experience desired
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of Department of Education K-12 curriculum requirements
Knowledge of teaching methodology and related research
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize varied responsibilities and meet deadlines
Ability to analyze instructional and/or material needs and to implement appropriate staff development experience in cooperation with personnel
Skill in analyzing the instructional process
Knowledge of comprehensive student assessments
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
Ability to recognize sensitive issues and to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of budgeting procedures and management related to areas of responsibility
Ability to work effectively through the committee process to accomplish goals
Ability to handle adversity in an objective manner
Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology
Knowledge and skills in staff development and planning
Technology Requirements
Basic computer skills (computer navigation, email, web browser, Employee Portal)
High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools, Informational systems specific to position
Ability to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquired
Supervision of Others:
Support staff
Assistance with evaluation of building staff as assigned
Personal Contacts:
All instructional personnel, principals and students
Educational and social services agencies
Vendors of educational materials and equipment
Job Duties:
Plans, implements and evaluates the instructional program with teachers and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies and assessment techniques.
Coordinates, articulates, integrates and directs the K-5 educational program for the district.
Applies data from research and district studies, and from student and program evaluations, to improve the content, design and delivery of the district K-5 curriculum.
Works with appropriate staff to develop, maintain and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and analysis.
Serves as a liaison between the district and other agencies, including the AEA and Department of Education, for quality curriculum management.
Uses recommended curriculum consultants to ensure the highest quality curriculum product(s) in the district.
Provides leadership in the development of the elementary curriculum to comply with State Chapter 12 requirements (accreditation standards) and Phi Delta Kappa Curriculum Management Audit recommendations.
Coordinates, with the Secondary Curriculum Coordinator, a PK-12 district curriculum.
Establishes an effective communication network among teachers, buildings and administrators.
Responds appropriately to situations that could impair the teaching/learning process or could threaten the safety and well-being of students and staff.
Observes classroom instruction to provide specific feedback to teachers regarding alignment between curriculum design and delivery and the effectiveness of instructional strategies.
Coordinates staff development activities to ensure those activities focus on curriculum delivery, and meet the needs of teachers within the educational program.
Assists in the development and management of the department budget.
Identifies and secures independent sources of resources that develop and implement funding for the district’s K-5 educational program.
Ensures that all independent funding initiatives align and coordinate with the existing standards and benchmarks, comprehensive school improvement plan and the district educational program.
Coordinates district-wide activities as appropriate for the K-5 curriculum department. These include, but are not limited to, the organization and initiation of all district-wide committees and task forces involved in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of K-5 written curriculum, and facilitating meetings of K-12 teachers by content area to achieve the effective articulation and coordination of the educational program.
Provides leadership in the formulation, implementation and assessment of the curriculum alignment process.
Communicates district curriculum, instructional practices, accomplishments, goals and instructional initiatives to parents and the community, soliciting their input on these instructional issues.
Communicates the district’s mission, instructional philosophy and curriculum implementation strategies to the media.
Evaluates designated personnel.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
NEVER
0%
OCCASIONAL
1-32%
FREQUENT
33-66%
CONSTANT
67%
A.
Standing
X
B.
Walking
X
C.
Sitting
X
D.
Bending/Stooping
X
E.
Pushing/Pulling
X
F.
Reaching
X
G.
Climbing/Stairs
X
H.
Driving
X
I.
Lifting
up to 25 lbs.
J.
Carrying
up to 25 lbs.
K.
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
X
Computer
X
Other
L.
Working Conditions
Inside
X
Outside
X
Extremes in temp/humidity
X
Terms of Employment: Twelve month contract per Board policy and administrative guidelines.
Date Last Revised: 6/27/2022
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