Magnet Coordinator

Wake County Public School System•Raleigh, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as an advocate of integrating the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Magnet Objectives in the assigned school and within the district. Supports thematic implementation/enhancement/sustainment of the school’s particular magnet program. Markets the school and WCPSS Magnet Programs to potential magnet families, and other interested community members and stakeholders to inform the community and increase the school’s number of applications from target-market families. Supports teachers at the magnet school with all aspects of theme-related curriculum implementation; works collaboratively with the Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT), Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), teachers within the school, and with staff in the Office of Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement to increase theme-specific curriculum implementation.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of K-12 curricular standards adopted by the State of North Carolina
Considerable knowledge and willingness to use social media tools to market the school/program
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google apps
Ability to use multiple resources for problem solving
Ability to design, plan, and deliver professional development using effective presentation skills for adult learners
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Five years of K-12 teaching experience
Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educator’s K-6 or 6-12 license, based on the level of the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a magnet school.
Experience writing, adapting, or enhancing existing curricula or creating new curricula.
Experience planning and delivering professional training to adult learners.
Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Educational Leadership.
Background, experience, or courses in marketing or design.

Responsibilities

Serves as a liaison between the Office of Magnet And Curriculum Enhancement Programs and the school’s leadership team; advocates for the school’s magnet them in the School Improvement Plan, and attends and shares information from Magnet Coordinator Meetings with school administration and leadership
Evaluates theme-specific training needs and collaborates to design an annual professional learning plan; delivers targeted sessions on theme-related curricula, Magnet Objective integration, growth mindset, magnet theme essentials, etc., for both existing and new school staff
Communicates Magnet Objectives to staff and stakeholders, and tracks school integration progress
Supervises/leads review/analysis of magnet-related curricula; connects community partners and staff in theme-based experiences that promote the magnet program and contribute to authentic learning experiences
Collaborates with the Magnet Office and coaches staff on creation of theme-based instructional frameworks for diverse learners, promoting inclusivity and equitable access to magnet programming; manages all theme-related materials and curricula
Collaborates with the Principal on aspects of the master schedule that relate to magnet curriculum and theme; communicates with counselors and data managers about thematic elements as related to scheduling and courses
Collaborates with the Magnet Office and school staff to develop an annual marketing and recruitment plan that includes a variety of events (i.e., Magnet Fair, evening sessions, open house events, school tours, etc.); is the lead on and attends recruitment events; ensures the look of the building strongly reflects the theme
Manages magnet-related communication with parents and the community; uses branding standards, reviews/updates marketing materials and school website throughout the year to highlight the school, theme, and magnet-related events
Involves teachers and students in planning and implementing magnet advisory groups
Develops annual magnet funding plan to support innovative curriculum resources; assists the principal and bookkeeper with tracking magnet instructional supply money to ensure accountability for supporting and implementing magnet theme essentials
Performs other related duties, as assigned.