Coordinator (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools • Wichita, KS

21h

About The Position

The Creative Minds Coordinator is responsible for visionary leadership of the district's innovative multi-age, project-based learning program. This position champions a student-centered, hands-on, and inclusive educational environment that integrates family and community partnership, aligns with district goals, and drives continuous innovation.

Requirements

• Valid Kansas teaching license and building leadership license
• Master's degree or higher in education
• Minimum of 10 years teaching experience, with a strong record in project-based, multi-age, or innovative educational environments
• Demonstrated leadership experience in curriculum/program development and organizational change
• Proven ability to engage families and community partners in the educational process
• Excellent skills in collaboration, communication, and facilitation
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and personalized learning for all students
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Ability to perform as an effective team player
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, ongoing improvement, and implementation of a flexible project-based learning (PBL) curriculum integrating student interests, family input, and community resources
• Facilitate and encourage active participation by families and students in curriculum planning, school governance, and learning demonstrations
• Oversee daily program operations ensuring alignment with district standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices for innovative learning
• Promote a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and risk-taking where all learners are empowered to demonstrate mastery in individualized ways
• Foster professional growth among staff focused on collaborative, experiential, and equitable instructional practices
• Build strategic partnerships with families and community organizations to enrich learning with real-world experiences
• Lead public exhibitions of student work, celebrating learning and engaging in the broader community
• Use data, feedback, and collaborative processes to evaluate program impact and inform future planning
• Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level