Associate Director, Humanities & MLL

Rocketship Public Schools•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Network Description Rocketship is a network of public elementary schools known for academic results and an innovative approach to personalized learning. Rocketship has successfully launched 23 elementary schools across the country since first opening in the Bay Area in 2007. In addition to establishing excellent schools academically, Rocketship has also led the way in developing an innovative and sustainable model to develop new, excellent school facilities and reinvest in our communities. Position Description The Rocketship Wisconsin Team is seeking an experienced individual for an Associate Director of Humanities position. An Associate Director of Humanities and MLL has several shared responsibilities, all in service of delivering high quality, rigorous, culturally relevant curriculum and instructional support to students, teachers and leaders within the organization. The Associate Director of Humanities and MLL works with other Associate Directors and reports to the Director of Schools.

Requirements

Minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of curriculum development, diversity training, project development/management, primary/secondary education, and/or school administration
At least 2 years of experience as an Assistant Principal
Expertise in curriculum design and development
Experience supporting MLL instruction and compliance
Excellent organizational and project management skills, including organization of work plans, timelines and reports
Excellent research, writing and editorial skills
Knowledge, understanding and experience in social studies curriculum
Knowledge and understanding of anti-bias education
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple assignments, work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Computer proficiency
Design and deliver professional development

Nice To Haves

Classroom teaching experience preferred
MA (preferred in Education or a related field)

Responsibilities

Design and set direction for Humanities curriculum including units and lessons
Review and recommend textbooks and other educational materials
Use student data to supplement and revise curriculum
Assess and discuss curriculum standards
Design and deliver PD and coaching for school leaders and staff on curriculum
Directly design professional development, support and coach 3-5 schools, with a focus on achieving school-based goals
Analyze student data for the 3-5 schools
Develop procedures for teachers to implement curriculumTrain teachers and other instructional staff in new content and teaching strategies
Mentor and coach school leaders in content knowledge and pedagogy
Plan, organize and conduct professional development
Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate internally created curriculum
Provide feedback based on individual observations and student performance data
Consult with external and internal partnerships