Curriculum & Assessment Specialist - Central Office - Decatur, GA (ADM)

Juvenile Justice, Department of•Decatur, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Curriculum & Assessment Specialist shall be responsible to the Director of Curriculum & Assessment. The incumbent shall have responsibility to support all aspects of assessment and curriculum at the district/classroom level. The incumbent will provide leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development, direction, review and evaluation of the district’s curriculum, assessment and instructional services. The incumbent, under the direction of the Director of Curriculum & Assessment, supports the effective operation of all aspects of teaching and learning by developing and delivering professional learning, providing curriculum and assessment support, and creating resources that enhance instructional quality and increase student achievement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with an endorsement in an academic content area—Required
Strong background in program leadership
Must be able to perceive the needs of the Curriculum and Assessment program
Strong decision-making ability, budget experience, proven performance, and resource management skills
Ability to effectively lead, organize, and direct the work of others
Knowledge of school district policies and practices
Demonstrated ability to implement the district’s strategic plan
Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen and provide leadership which results in the best possible work environment
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Must meet established deadlines
Minimum 4 years successful classroom teaching experience with a documented record of increased student achievement - Required
Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible experience in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field –Preferred
Must hold or be eligible for leadership certification (SRL) by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission
Light work: Exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally
The job also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential jobfunctions: hearing, talking, visual acuity, and walking

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field – Preferred
Education Specialist Degree—Highly Preferred
Doctoral Degree – Highly Preferred
National Board Certification –Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains positive, collaborative, and supportive working relationships with community agencies, parents, students, and Agency, District, and school staff.
Adheres to all District policies and procedures.
Supports district and state assessments, as well as the instructional and curricular integration of technology, through modeling, co-teaching, consulting, reflection, and targeted feedback to teachers.
Delivers instructional support and facilitates virtual and job-embedded professional learning opportunities.
Provides mentorship and instructional support to new teachers, sharing effective resources and strategies.
Actively participates in content team meetings to assist and support instructional planning.
Assists the Director of Curriculum & Assessment with developing annual calendars for TKES/LKES, professional learning, and assessments.
Collects, analyzes, and reviews assessment data with area superintendents, school leaders, and teachers to guide instructional decisions.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director.