Metro

Job Summary: The primary function of the Learning & Achievement (L&A) Coordinator is to coordinate the planning, program development, evaluation and improvement of all curricular programs.  The Elementary Curriculum Coordinator is responsible for: implementation of the continuous program improvement process; administration of assigned budgets; and supervision of staff development assessment specialists. In addition, the Coordinator is responsible for the development and delivery of system staff development.

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Coordinate the implementation of the Continuous Program Improvement Process.

• Monitor the Program Improvement Process (PIP), assuring use of best practice & research based programs
• Analyze student achievement data, in collaboration with various specialists and coordinators in Learning & Achievement (L & A), in order to make informed PIP recommendations
• Collaborate with staff development assessment specialists and coordinators to ensure coherence in the PIP process
• Incorporate current research and district action plans into curriculum development
• Know and understand the federal, state, and local guidelines for curriculum development, including Board Polices on teaching and learning
• Study and remain current with research in areas such as curriculum, instruction, digital learning, and assessment to ensure program improvements are aligned with research
• Coordinate work with Student Services, the Department of Educational Equity (DOEE), Instructional Media technology staff, and others to influence the use of technology for student and adult learning
• Assess need for program changes
• Facilitate district committees/ work related to PIP: New Course Approval Process, Registration Handbook,
• Audit and Graduation Standards Committee.
• Ensure accountability with state and national standards and government agencies
• Participate in district committees as needed
• Implement a communications plan related to program improvement

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Manage resources effectively to further the mission of the district.

• Develop and monitor the program budget
• Compile and submit program reports as required
• Manage available resources (budget, personnel, time, materials)
• Coordinate allocation of resources to meet PIP objectives
• Anticipate future needs and manage resources accordingly
• Work with fund development coordinator to leverage assets for the department
• Manage capital outlay expenditures

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Ensure Professional Learning for all staff.

• Coordinate professional learning opportunities for all staff, including, but not limited to staff development assessment specialists, instructional coaches, and site leaders which  is aligned to the district Strategic Plan
• Collaborate with the L & A Director and coordinators to ensure consistency in professional learning opportunities for staff in all departments, including but not limited to Student Services, DOEE, TAG, and multilingual learners
• Continue to integrate all content related to strategic plan into the on-going work of L & A

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Assume leadership for and engage in on-going collaboration to improve student learning.

• Collaborate and provide leadership for projects that integrate various district departments and/or outside agencies.  This includes committees, joint work groups, and action teams focused on work such as graduation standards, grading & reporting, programming for special education, multilingual learners, and gifted education, magnet schools, priority work teams, site committees
• Provide leadership for collaboration among L & A staff to develop and implement a coherent curriculum and related professional learning opportunities
• Participate with institutions and agencies to enhance the work of L & A
• Identify staff needs, using formal and informal staff assessment tools and assist in planning and conduction in-service activities

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Supervise and evaluate staff development assessment specialists, supervise clerical staff as necessary.

• Implement the Performance Appraisal System for licensed staff according to established policies and procedures
• Provide direction for daily work

Statement of duty/responsibility:

Engage in effective communication and consultation with members of the organization and community.

• Facilitate meetings that may include a variety of stakeholders
• Consult with colleagues, including but not limited to site leaders, student services staff, and instructional coaches, about issues related to curriculum, instruction, and student learning
• Teach members of our organization and influence thinking about areas such as student learning, curriculum, instruction, and best practice
• Present to various groups, such as DPAC, Learning Leaders, School Board, school faculties, PTOs
• Actively seek alliances with state agencies, other school districts, and professional and community based organizations in an effort to influence the work of L & A
• Provide for the dissemination of program information to the community, administrators, staff and support personnel
• Provide expertise on local, regional, state, and national trends in curriculum, instruction and assessment
  Statement of duty/responsibility:

Provide leadership for systemic change.

• Coordinate communication for systemic initiatives related to curriculum and instruction
• Ensure existing programs are consistent with the ISD 279 Strategic Plan

Statement of duty/responsibility:

• Support the work of the Director of L&A.

Statement of duty/responsibility:

• Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.