Coordinator of Elementary Literacy, Libraries, and Social Sciences

Coordinator of Elementary Literacy, Libraries, and Social Sciences

Position /

Title:

Coordinator of Elementary Literacy, Libraries, and Social Sciences

Bargaining Unit: ADM

Department/

Location:

Curriculum & Instruction

Calendar Days: 260

Reports To: Director of Curriculum & Instruction

JD Revision Date: 11/4/25

Supervises: Support Staff

Provide leadership in literacy, libraries and social studies by developing, facilitating and evaluating all K‑5 district literacy, libraries, and social sciences curriculum and resources in order to meet the needs of all students. Work collaboratively with stakeholders in the implementation of district curriculum and resources with fidelity in alignment with the district strategic plan to ensure learning experiences that use high‑impact instructional strategies.

• In collaboration with representatives from district departments and programs, lead the development of curriculum, assessments and research‑based instructional strategies for literacy, libraries, and social sciences following standards‑based learning and assessment guiding principles.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of standards‑based curriculum, curricular resources, instructional strategies, and assessments used for core instruction to ensure alignment and implementation of curriculum across all grade levels, courses, and schools.
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Secondary Literacy and Libraries and Coordinator of Secondary Social Sciences and World Languages to ensure consistency and vertical alignment of literacy, libraries, and social sciences for the district.
• Analyze common assessment data and resource usage to communicate a clear and concise plan for continuous improvement in alignment with the district strategic plan.
• Serve as an expert in national trends and best practices in literacy, libraries and social sciences program development, including instructional strategies to support all students especially historically underachieving students.
• Plan, provide, and evaluate professional learning and ongoing support for all staff to implement the elementary integrated curriculum and use of curricular resources.
• Collaborate with the library manager to plan, provide and evaluate professional learning and support for all staff to implement the library and curricular resources.
• Work collaboratively with other content area coordinators, assistant directors, and directors to ensure equity, alignment, cohesion and integration across departments and grade levels.
• Schedule and facilitate committees and meetings at all levels as directed by district needs.
• Support the distribution and ordering of instructional materials.
• Maintain communication and collaborative partnerships that enhance a positive relationship with all stakeholders.
• Develop and administer a budget which follows established fiscal parameters to make the best educational use of district funds.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Professional Educator License (PEL) with General Administrative or Principal endorsement.
• PERA module designations (Teacher and Principal) required.
• Master’s Degree in Literacy/Reading, reading endorsement, certificate, or specialization preferred.
• Bilingual or ESL endorsement preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of state and national standards, K‑5 literacy, library, and social sciences programming, curriculum development, and assessment systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Dual Language, English as a Second Language, Special Education, and Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support.
• Previous budget management experience preferred.
• Experience in developing and providing professional learning.
• Minimum of 10 years effective teaching experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation methodologies.
• Able to problem‑solve as a member of a collaborative team to support continuous improvement and increased student achievement.
• Strong program organization and management skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

• Ability to work on a computer over a major portion of the day.
• This job operates in a professional office environment and requires appropriate business‑like apparel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with proper technique.
• Travel may be required.

• This is a 12‑month position.
• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.
• The full salary range for this position is $ – $. It is our typical practice to hire in between the minimum and midpoint ($).

Director

Full‑time

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education