Coordinator, Social Studies, K-12

Baltimore County Public Schools • Towson, MD

246d • $106,830 - $161,872

About The Position

The Coordinator for Social Studies, K-12, provides curriculum and instruction leadership with the implementation of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) in K-12 social studies. This role ensures that all initiatives support the goals and priorities identified in the system strategic plan and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. The Coordinator will provide high-quality professional development related to curriculum and instruction, collaborate with educators, administrators, and other stakeholders to enhance social studies teaching and learning, utilize data-driven decision making, and promote continuous improvement. The position also involves supervising professional and support staff and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree.
• Five years' teaching or related experience.
• Three years' leadership/management experience in an education setting.
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate in an area appropriate to the assignment with an Administrator I endorsement, or eligibility for a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional License in an area appropriate to the assignment and Administrator I Licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of elementary and secondary social studies education and curriculum.
• Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstration of strong leadership, management, and human relations skills.
• Technology competency.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the design, development, and implementation of social studies curricula for Grades K-12 that align with the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and the MSDE Social Studies Framework for HQIM.
• Identifies research-based strategies to support instruction in social studies.
• Provides leadership in the identification, development, implementation, and interpretation of assessments aligned to the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and social studies curriculum.
• Identifies and recommends intervention and enrichment opportunities for social studies programs.
• Evaluates and identifies approved textbooks, instructional materials, and software for social studies.
• Supports teacher leaders and teachers in the implementation of the curriculum to build capacity for high-quality social studies teaching and learning.
• Collaborates with leadership in the Department of Special Education and Multilingual Achievement to ensure that all students have access to grade-level curriculum with appropriate scaffolds and linguistic supports.
• Develops collaborative relationships and external partners that benefit teachers and students.
• Supports school-based administrators in the appraisal process.
• Develops and administers operating, capital, and other budgets, and monitors business operations to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources.
• Designs, facilitates, and coordinates effective professional learning experiences that lead to the development, implementation, and evaluation of school and system-wide social studies programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days.
• Flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
• Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree