ELA/Social Studies District Department Head- Elementary

Dove Schools of Oklahoma•Warr Acres, OK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The ELA/Social Studies District Department Head- Elementary is responsible for supporting assigned teachers in the implementation of research-based strategies and curricula by demonstrating and supporting exemplary instructional practices. This role involves working closely with teachers to enhance curriculum implementation, providing professional development, and ensuring alignment with district standards and goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
A minimum of five years of experience in Elementary teaching
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
Ability to analyze data and generate reports.
Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Dove Experience (Preferred)
Master`s Degree(Preferred)

Responsibilities

Works with teachers individually, in collaborative teams, and/or departments, providing practical support across a full range of curriculum implementation.
Assists in providing professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff in the district for assigned subject areas, with follow-up to ensure skills are implemented in the classroom.
Provides ongoing support to teachers in implementing best practices that support key teaching concepts and curriculum materials, including campus visits, classroom observations, and reflective practice conferences.
Creates weekly lesson plans aligned with state standards for assigned subjects.
Assists teachers in reviewing student assessment questions and data, providing curriculum materials, appropriate interventions, modifications, and scaffolded instruction for students.
Guides teachers as needed in organizing curriculum for instruction.
Helps select appropriate curriculum materials for the classroom and ensures teachers have the necessary materials for quality instruction.
Oversees and contributes to writing and developing curriculum to ensure alignment with district standards and goals.
Leads curriculum meetings at the District Office.
Leads and supports district Science of ELA initiatives, playing a key role in program development, training, and implementation to enhance literacy instruction across campuses.
Works with campus, district, and district office administrators to develop and implement action plans based on student data, supporting implementation.
Assists campuses in implementing RTI (Response to Intervention).
Assists in providing professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff in Math, Science, special programs, assessment, differentiation, RTI, etc., with follow-up to ensure skills are implemented in the classroom.
Assists in managing all state and federal grant requirements, including TIF, EIR, etc.
Participates in and provides feedback during the textbook selection process.
Provides support to campuses on the effective use of instructional software, including IXL, Raz Kids, and Amira, and also trains staff on how to use these tools effectively.
Develops math curriculum documents and lesson guides for pre-K and K-5 ELA/SS courses.
Supports test administration and data analysis for norm-referenced tests such as NWEA MAP.
Assists campuses in monitoring instructional and curriculum support programs and processes, including interventions, tutorials, parent communication, and grade promotion committees.
Supports campuses in following the Strong Readers Act guidelines and provides follow-up.
Helps implement school programs and tasks such as instructional framework, interventions, tutorials, ESL, GT, STEM, teacher evaluation, mentoring, blended learning, academic competitions, scheduling, college preparation, student advising, project-based learning, social emotional learning, strategic planning, surveys, reports, leadership development, accreditation consulting, school culture and discipline, handbooks, manuals, marketing materials, and parental involvement.
Provides support to campus administrators and communicates and collaborates with them periodically to ensure alignment with district expectations and to address campus needs effectively.
Works with district teacher leads to assist them in developing district-level, grade-level PLC agendas and meetings, and provides periodic support to ensure effective collaboration and implementation.
Closely works with campus leaders to increase awareness and foster a love of Math/Science, STEM-related activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.