Job Title:Elementary ELAR CoordinatorWage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to:Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Pay Grade:Pay Grade 6,226 days

Dept./School:District WideDate Revised:5/17/2017

Primary Purpose:

Serve as an instructional collaborator to enhance and support the overall ELAR curriculum and instructional program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s preferred, Curriculum and Instruction, Administration, or Reading

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Working knowledge of the ELAR TEKS/SEs and curriculum and instruction

Capable of evaluating instructional programs

Ability to interpret data and develop an action plan

Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of variety of teaching strategies including guided reading practices

Ability to enhance instruction by integrating technology into ELAR curriculum.

Working knowledge of curriculum and assessment writing/alignment process

Problem Solver

Self-starter

Flexible

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in elementary English Language Arts and Reading

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Curriculum/Instruction:

  • Coordinate the review, development, and revision of all elementary ELAR programs and related curriculum documents and materials.
  • Work cooperatively with directors, coordinators, and campus instructional leaders in developing and supervising the district ELAR curriculum.
  • Plans, improves, and oversees district curriculum and curriculum based assessments for English Language Arts and Reading.
  • Provide Local Assessment and AWARE Management Support. Compile regular reports reflecting current student performance or other data, as needed. Assist teachers with use of reading assessment data in elementary classrooms.
  • Oversee the maintenance of ELAR curriculum within the online curriculum management system.
  • Assists in providing resources and materials to support staff in accomplishing program goals, including the management of all online reading resources and programs, including Reading A-Z, MyOn, and Read 180.
  • Work collaboratively with campus leadership in analysis of assessment and other data in order to improve curriculum and student achievement.
  • Involve instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs.
  • Work cooperatively with teachers and other appropriate staff to ensure effective instructional technology integration.

Professional Development:

  • Develop and conduct or arrange for staff development sessions, including sessions on delivery of instruction, 21st century learning, and best instructional practices in English Language Arts and Reading.
  • Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in curriculum.
  • Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate

improvement and innovation.

  • Model effective teaching strategies with students in classrooms, specifically modeling effective guiding reading practices in the elementary ELAR classrooms.

School/Community Relations:

  • Assist in communicating information to parent and community members about school programs in curriculum.
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
  • Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required.
  • Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Other:

  • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
  • Submit and make presentations at professional conferences and workshops
  • Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate district support function
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced and stressful environment and maintain emotion control

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

  • Working with computers in various school settings including student laptops and iPads
  • High level of energy required
  • Frequent district-wide travel and occasional statewide travel
  • Occasional prolonged and irregular hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Employee Signature: Date:______

The Sulphur Springs Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

national origin, gender, disability, or age in its programs and activities.