Reading & Language Arts Coordinator ( 2 Positions) @ Instruction Department

Alief Independent School District • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides instructional leadership for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality instructional systems. These systems are aligned with the district's instructional framework, high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), and student achievement priorities. The coordinator will support campuses and teachers through curriculum development, professional learning, coaching, and implementation support to ensure rigorous Tier 1 instruction and improved student outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from accredited university with a major in assigned subject
• Valid Texas Supervisor, Mid-Management or Standard Principal certificate preferred
• Five (5) years’ of experience as a teacher or supervisor in subject area assigned
• Gifted/Talented (GT) Certification required for Advanced Academic Services
• Bilingual/ESL Certification required for Multi-Language Program

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing or supporting high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, and/or professional learning systems preferred.
• Experience supporting diverse student populations in an urban school district preferred.
• Demonstrated success improving student achievement outcomes through instructional leadership and coaching practices preferred.
• Varied grade level experience preferred
• Instructional leadership experience as a specialist, Model Classroom Teacher (MCT), teacher leader, PLC facilitator, or similar position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the district instructional program within the assigned content area.
• Establish and support a coherent instructional vision aligned to district priorities, high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), the district instructional framework, and student achievement goals.
• Support campuses in strengthening Tier 1 instruction through standards-aligned planning, rigorous instructional practices, student engagement strategies, and implementation of HQIM.
• Collaborate with campus leaders and teachers through instructional coaching, modeling, feedback cycles, PLC support, and professional learning aligned to district instructional priorities.
• Analyze formative and summative student performance data to identify instructional trends, monitor implementation effectiveness, and guide responsive instructional action planning.
• Facilitate systems and structures that promote instructional coherence, continuous improvement, and aligned instructional practices across campuses and grade levels.
• Lead and coordinate district-wide professional learning and instructional support initiatives.
• Build collaborative relationships with campus leaders, teachers, and district stakeholders to support instructional excellence and positive student outcomes.
• Lead, promote, develop and coordinate district-wide staff development.
• Analyze formative and summative student performance data to identify instructional trends, monitor implementation, support acceleration efforts, and guide responsive instructional action planning with campuses.
• Facilitate high-functioning PLC structures focused on instructional planning, student work analysis, formative assessment practices, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate programs, identify strengths & weaknesses and create success plans to assist teachers and administrators.
• Apply current research and evidence-based instructional practices to support district initiatives and campus implementation.
• Facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum guides and documents in accordance with district and state policies.
• Plan and coordinate exhibits and competitions at district, state and national levels.
• Review and recommend instructional resources and materials aligned to district instructional priorities and student needs.
• Review and evaluate content/program curriculum for the purpose of program recommendations at all levels and for assisting in secondary course proposals/deletions.
• Support the evaluation, selection, and implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure aligned instructional systems that support college, career, and military readiness outcomes.
• Collaborate with Model Classroom Teachers (MCT’s), campus instructional leaders, and teachers to strengthen instructional implementation, professional learning, and aligned instructional practices across campuses.
• Facilitate collaborative professional learning structures that build instructional capacity across campuses and departments.
• Review and update handbooks and forms as needed.
• Design and deliver high-impact professional learning experiences aligned to district priorities and instructional initiatives.
• Provide job-embedded coaching, modeling, and instructional support to campus leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers.
• Support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) through data analysis, lesson alignment, and instructional planning protocols.
• Assist with the preparation of district, state, and federal reports that relate to PK-12 programs and/or curriculum.
• Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.
• Prepare long range plans, reports, and materials to provide the administration and the board of education with summary information relative to your program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.
• Build strong collaborative relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders across the district.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Utilize instructional technology platforms, assessment systems, and digital resources to support curriculum implementation, communication, professional learning, and data-informed decision-making.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and termination of support staff assigned.

Benefits

• Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.
• Salary is based on 220 days.

What This Job Offers

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