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Onslow County Schools · 3 months ago

K-12 Social Studies Content Coordinator

Jacksonville, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Onslow County Schools is dedicated to enhancing education and global competence among students. The K-12 Social Studies Content Coordinator is responsible for leading the development and evaluation of social studies curriculum and global education initiatives across the district, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective educational practices.

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Responsibilities

Lead work related to the OCS Instructional Framework and foster improved student achievement in both social studies and global competencies through collaborative efforts during the academic year and required extended summer employment

Plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs that address the diverse needs of the student population in Onslow County Schools, embedding global themes and problem-based learning throughout the curriculum

Supervise curriculum development for K-12 social studies and global education, ensuring alignment with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and international standards

Design and deliver district-wide professional development for staff on global education curriculum, content-specific connections, personalized learning, and inquiry-based approaches

Collaborate with instructional coaches to develop effective strategies for integrating global learning experiences—both face-to-face and virtual—for district leaders, teachers, and students

Advise and counsel instructional coaches and principals on curriculum selection, implementation, evaluation, delivery, and authentic assessment practices that promote global competence

Plan, supervise, and lead summer curriculum work including writing, unpacking, prioritizing, pacing, assessment creation, and global learning project development

Direct the planning, field-testing, and evaluation of curriculum, with a focus on integrating global content into all standards and disciplines

Analyze school and district data to identify re-teaching needs and high-yield strategies for both social studies and global education outcomes

Facilitate family and community engagement events around social studies and global content areas, building local, national, and international partnerships that extend educational opportunities beyond the classroom

Oversee the selection of textbooks, teacher guides, instructional materials, and ancillary resources that support both social studies and global learning goals

Ensure ongoing access to high-quality professional learning and job-embedded coaching for all teachers implementing new curriculum, materials, or participating in global education initiatives

Interpret and communicate changes to state and district curriculum standards—especially those related to global education—to instructional coaches and principals, ensuring instructional alignment with curricular goals

Design and oversee development of curricular content for instructional materials catalog, including resources for global education

Supervise development of instructional guidelines, policies, regulations, and official communications related to social studies and global initiatives

Manage office budget requests and monitor expenditures, ensuring adequate resourcing for global education and social studies programs

Maintain active participation in district, regional, and school-level meetings, representing social studies and global initiatives

Support the establishment and operation of a district-level global education committee or advisory council to guide the strategic plan and sustain global initiatives

Promote district-wide communication of the global education strategic/action plan and program data through websites, newsletters, social media, webinars, and meetings, ensuring transparency and stakeholder engagement

Facilitate collaboration among district leaders, educators, and community partners to address global education issues and participate in networks that promote best practices

Support authentic assessment practices, including cross-curricular inquiry-based projects, portfolios, capstone experiences, and validated instruments for measuring global competence

Coordinate opportunities for students and teachers to interact with business, industry, nonprofit, and community partners, emphasizing real-world applications of global and social studies learning

Regularly review and update district initiatives and programs, developing strategies for continuous improvement in social studies and global education

Ensure the establishment and effective functioning of a district-level global education committee or advisory council, meeting regularly to reflect, assess, revise, and implement the global education plan

Lead the district’s efforts to maintain North Carolina Global-Ready Model District Designation

Coordinate district-wide professional development and provide varied opportunities for teachers to pursue Global Educator Digital Badge (GEDB) and schools to seek Global-Ready Schools Designation (GRS)

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, related to instruction, curriculum, and global initiatives

Qualification

Curriculum KnowledgeGlobal Education FamiliarityTechnological ProficiencyProfessional Development DesignData-Driven ImprovementResource ManagementCollaborative LeadershipStakeholder EngagementInclusive PracticesStrategic PlanningCurriculum IntegrationEffective Communication

Required

Comprehensive Curriculum Knowledge: Deep understanding of current, evidence-based educational practices in social studies and global education, including the structure and content of curriculum, standards, and pedagogical methods

Global-Ready District Attributes: Familiarity with the North Carolina Global-Ready District Rubric, including principles, attributes, key elements, and quality indicators for global education implementation

Technological Proficiency: Ability to leverage digital tools and virtual platforms to enhance curriculum delivery and global learning experiences

Collaborative Leadership: Capacity to engage with district-level global education committees, advisory councils, and community partners, fostering collaborative planning and decision-making processes

Professional Development Design: Knowledge of designing and delivering professional development on embedded global education curriculum and personalized learning goals for staff

Curriculum Integration: Skill in integrating global themes and problem-based learning into interdisciplinary curriculum, and aligning curriculum with state, national, and international business and industry standards

Data-Driven Improvement: Ability to compile, analyze, and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data to develop strategies for continuous improvement of both social studies and global education outcomes

Resource Management: Capability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to support instructional programs and global initiatives

Effective Communication: Excellence in oral and written communication, able to clearly articulate vision, strategies, and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in promoting family and community engagement, facilitating events, and establishing partnerships that extend global education beyond classroom walls

Inclusive Practices: Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and ensure equitable access to global learning experiences and resources

Strategic Planning: Experience in developing and implementing strategic and/or action plans that support globally competent students and sustained district improvement

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required

Valid North Carolina teaching license required

Minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience in social studies or global education content area