Detroit Public Schools Community District · 1 day ago
Training & Support Coordinator - K-8 Literacy
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$88K/yr - $111K/yr
5+ years expDetroit Public Schools Community District is seeking a Training and Support Coordinator for K-8 Literacy to enhance instructional practices. The role involves providing training for teachers on curriculum implementation and supporting professional development aligned with state standards.
Education
Responsibilities
Provide teachers with mentoring and training on the implementation of curriculum content areas, guidance documents, and pacing guidelines that are in alignment with state standards and the vision for excellent instruction to positively impact student achievement
Assist teachers in the implementation of newly-adopted curriculum aligned to state standards
Draft communication as it pertains to ongoing professional development and curriculum initiatives
Ensure compliance with district policies and protocols related to professional development and curriculum initiatives
Monitor and review existing and potential professional development programs to ensure they are aligned with the district mission and vision
Support school-based staff with executing the vision for excellent instruction through observing teachers, modeling lessons, and providing targeted professional development
Develop and execute professional development in core content areas, in alignment with the vision for excellent instruction
Develop and execute professional development designed to assist teachers with analyzing and acting upon student data from formative and summative standards-aligned assessments
Maintain thorough records and documentation of professional development and training sessions for teachers
Coordinate with professional development partners to enhance and support professional development workshops provided by district vendors
Fulfill other duties as allowable according to Title II, A guidelines
Qualification
Required
A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in grade band and content area
A minimum of 5 years teaching in content area to which you are applying for
Experience with principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development
Experience providing curriculum support to teachers in content area
Experience developing curriculum and pacing guides in content area
Strong working knowledge of the Michigan English Language Arts Standards and shifts in the Common Core State Standards for ELA
Experience providing professional development to teachers
Project management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
Ability to work independently
Proven organizational skills, high attention to details, and superior time management
Fluency with using digital tools including Microsoft Office and SharePoint
Ability to work effectively with district and school leaders
Ability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure integrity of program and core instructional materials implementation
Growth mindset, with commitment to ongoing learning and willingness to be flexible to meet evolving educator needs
Ability to work with all educational staff
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit Public Schools Community District educate and empower every student, in every community, every day, to build a stronger Detroit.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Joseph Flint
DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, TITLE I SCHOOL REFORM SPECIALIST
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