Curriculum Coordinator - Secondary ELA and Social Studies

Please send letter of interest to Mr. Justin Sutton, Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction at jsutton

SECONDARY ELA AND SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM COORDINATOR

July 1, 2026

• Master degree in Education with extensive course work in ELA/Social Studies
• A minimum of five years successful teaching experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Deep understanding of scientifically based ELA/Social Studies research and evidence based practices
• Good physical condition with ability to lift 10 pounds
• 486, 489, 494 endorsements preferred

• Excellent knowledge of grades 6-12 ELA/Social Studies standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated leadership in professional development
• Willingness to effectively work with principal and staff
• Knowledge of data analysis pertaining to ELA/Social Studies

• Provides leadership for the schools by offering a variety of services customized to fit the context and needs of the school at the teacher level.
• Collaborates with other district personnel (e.g. District administrators, building principals, teachers, etc.) for the purpose of selecting and maintaining effective curriculum materials and methodologies that is supported through evidenced-based instructional practices.
• Assists District and building administrators in understanding and utilizing student assessment data for the purpose of enhancing student academic achievement and meeting state, federal and district objectives.
• Assists in the design and delivery of ongoing, job-embedded professional development focused on the areas in need of improvement to enable teachers to offer powerful ELA/Social Studies instruction to meet the needs of every child.
• Coordinates the 6-12 ELA/Social Studies program in the school by:
  • Working with the principal, school leadership team and teachers including external partners to design a school-wide ELA/Social Studies program.
  • Planning, conducting, and facilitating professional development; conducting faculty-wide workshops; providing coaching and mentoring; facilitating small group meetings, department meetings, and across grade level meetings; and working with individual teachers.
  • Aligning ELA/Social Studies strategies within the school.
  • Working with the principal and district office personnel to seek grant monies to fund ELA/Social Studies materials and professional development.
  • Reporting to the administration as requested about classroom performance and professional development.
• Develop standards-based curriculum using Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards.
  • Implement differentiated instruction.
  • Administer system-wide assessments.
  • Analyze classroom and school level data.
  • Create a learning community among the ELA/Social Studies teachers.
  • Attend recommended workshops/trainings
  • Incorporate writing strategies in Social Studies curriculum
• Support 6-12 ELA/Social Students teachers in core curriculum instruction by:
  • Modeling ELA/Social Studies instruction in the classrooms.
  • Coaching/mentoring teachers in ELA/Social Studies instruction.
  • Aligning the use of strategies in content area instruction with those being taught across other disciplines.
  • Coordinating ongoing professional development and goals with the school and district administrators.
  • Assisting teachers with teaching methods, lesson plans, classroom management, and any other area when they need curricular assistance.
  • Researching resources for teachers, as approved by the administration.
  • Assisting in developing ELA/Social Studies centers for classrooms.
  • Attending ELA/Social Studies workshops suggested and approved by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction.
• Maintains a professional library of resources for ELA/Social Studies teachers, including materials for teaching units.
• Orders materials pertaining to ELA and Social Studies and professional development.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary by the district administration.

In addition to the physical and mental capabilities implied by the responsibilities detailed above, the essential functions of a Secondary ELA/Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator include the following: ELA, Social Studies, analyzing data, and occasionally lifting/moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. The job of Secondary ELA/Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator involves adapting to a changing educational environment and therefore while accurate, is not exhaustive.

231 Days Certified/Exempt

Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

Commensurate with the Ocean Springs salary schedule for certified positions for the  school year

The Ocean Springs School District employs qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of non-related medical condition or handicap.