English Language Arts Instructional Curriculum Specialist

University of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

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About The Position

The K20 GEAR UP the METRO English Language Arts Instructional Curriculum Specialist engage with the curriculum team in planning, organizing, communicating, and monitoring evidence-based services with project partners and ensure they are aligned with specified project outcomes. The incumbent will oversee project management, participant management, and the development of high-quality resources supporting educators’ professional growth in student-centered instructional practices, which in turn promotes student academic readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required
• 60 months of K12 education experience, which includes classroom experience and 24 months in developing instructional products.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with diverse groups in planning, developing, and evaluating products.
• Active listening skills.
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Knowledge of trends and developments in process innovation and project management.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive)
• Microsoft Teams
• Project management practices.
• Scheduling & coordination.
• Skilled in facilitated grant-funded learning activities.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Zoom

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree in education or a related field.
• 60 months of K12 education experience, which includes secondary classroom experience and 36 months as a building leader, team leader, department chair, or curriculum coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Professional Learning Facilitation: The incumbent will design, organize, and deliver professional learning opportunities for sponsored program participants. This professional will play a key role in enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of the project stakeholders.
• Evidence-Based Design: The incumbent will support the sponsored project's adaptation of evidence-based practices through the systematic search, review, and synthesis of existing literature to inform project-based services.
• Instructional Design: The incumbent will engage in the creation, development, and implementation of effective professional learning materials and programs. The professional ensures that learning initiatives are well-structured, engaging, and aligned with the sponsored project's goals and objectives.
• Communications: The incumbent will manage and facilitate effective communications within and outside the organization by ensuring that information flows efficiently and accurately while fostering collaboration.
• Evaluation and Reporting: The incumbent will measure and assess the team's implementation of services, ensuring that project objectives are met and providing valuable insights to guide decision-making and improvement.
• Project Management: The incumbent will support the planning and executing of the team's projects and initiatives.
• As Needed: The incumbent will perform various additional duties as needed to successfully fulfill the position's function.

What This Job Offers

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