USS Curriculum, Assessment & PD Coordinator

Indiana Public Schools • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

We are looking for a USS Curriculum, Assessment & Professional Learning Coordinator who will positively impact student success by designing, coordinating, and monitoring high-quality professional learning, curriculum fidelity, and equitable access to assessments across Unified Student Supports (USS). This cross-functional leadership role supports the continuous growth of staff in special education, 504, SEL, climate and culture, and specialized programming. As a member of the Unified Student Supports Team, you will receive excellent benefits, opportunities to grow within your role and the organization, and collaborative and supportive colleagues who put students first.

Requirements

• Ability to synthesize multiple data sources to design responsive and impactful professional learning.
• Experience in adult learning design, instructional coaching, or school leadership with a focus on special populations.
• Expertise in inclusive instructional practices including SDI, UDL, MTSS, and co-teaching.
• Skilled in monitoring fidelity and impact of professional development and curriculum implementation.
• Deep understanding of assessment accommodations and equity implications for diverse learners.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, anti-bias, and trauma-informed practices.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail in planning, logistics, and follow-through.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to build trust and credibility across roles and departments.
• Flexibility and problem-solving mindset when navigating dynamic school contexts.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented attitude that inspires continuous improvement and learning.
• Required: Bachelor's Degree in education, curriculum and instruction, special education, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in teaching, coaching, or school leadership with a focus on supporting diverse learners.
• Deep familiarity with MTSS, UDL, IEP processes, and inclusive instructional practices.
• Experience planning and delivering professional development for adult learners.
• Ability to travel between schools as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Master's Degree in education, curriculum leadership, or related area.
• Knowledge of Indiana state assessments and accommodations requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual needs assessments across USS functions to determine professional learning priorities; analyze surveys, walkthroughs, and coaching data to inform scope and sequence.
• Facilitate and support role-specific professional development sessions across SPED, SEL, 504, Cadre, and Climate/Culture, aligned to district priorities and role expectations.
• Maintain and manage a centralized professional learning resource library to ensure consistency and alignment across recurring PD series.
• Conduct regular school walkthroughs to monitor fidelity of instructional practices, platforms, and materials introduced during PD sessions.
• Track trends in coaching feedback and walkthrough data to identify learning gaps and recommend responsive supports.
• Collaborate closely with Teaching & Learning (T&L) to ensure that Tier 1 instruction, MTSS, SDI, UDL, and co-teaching practices are coherent and accessible for all learners.
• Promote consistent and effective use of curricular and supplemental instructional resources, especially in USS-aligned spaces such as resource rooms and special programs.
• Identify barriers to fidelity in instructional implementation and address through targeted PD, coaching, or systems-level recommendations.
• Design and deliver onboarding sessions for newly hired USS staff throughout the school year in partnership with USS Operations.
• Support equitable assessment practices by developing clear accommodations/modifications guidance for students with disabilities, 504 plans, and McKinney-Vento eligibility.
• Liaise with district testing leads to troubleshoot issues, refine assessment systems, and ensure inclusive access across state and district assessments.
• Monitor and report monthly and quarterly key performance indicators related to PD participation, implementation fidelity, and assessment equity.

Benefits

• IPS offers a variety of training programs to help staff build new skills and grow professionally.
• Employees enjoy comprehensive health coverage, dental and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans.
• Additional financial benefits include flexible spending accounts and eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs.
• IPS offers vacation, personal, and sick leave, along with paid holidays.
• Twelve-month employees benefit from floating holidays, and unused personal leave rolls into the sick leave balance.
• IPS prioritizes staff well-being with access to wellness initiatives, including health screenings and an employee assistance program for confidential support and counseling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees