Coordinator - Advanced Academics Secondary

Position: COORDINATOR - ADVANCED ACADEMICS SECONDARY
Job Title:

Advanced Academic Services Coordinator, Secondary Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Director of Academics Pay Grade:
Admin Pay 5

Dept./School:
Advanced Academic Services Days: 227

Supervises:
Elementary GT Program Teachers and Specialists

Primary

Purpose:

To assist the Director of Academics with the planning, development, and implementation of district programs for identified gifted and talented students at the elementary level.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

* Teacher certification

* Master's degree preferred

* Administrative certification preferred

* T-TESS certification preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Demonstrate evidence of master teacher ability

* Excellent interpersonal skills, skills in written and oral communications

* Ability to organize and coordinate programs across campuses

* Knowledge of district academic programing

* Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

* Ability to communicate effectively with audiences from multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds

Experience:

* Demonstrate ability in using data for informing and implementing instruction

* Demonstrate ability in designing and implementing professional development

* Demonstrate leadership skills

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

* Assists the Director of Academics in implementing and monitoring the elementary gifted and talented program in alignment with district vision, goals, and state mandates.

* Supports GT specialists and GT teachers at the elementary level, including providing feedback, coaching, and participating in the T-TESS process as directed by the Director of Academics.

* Coordinates the development, revision, and alignment of GT curriculum and instructional resources to ensure high-quality learning experiences for gifted students.

* Analyzes student achievement, growth, and program participation data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in elementary gifted services.

* Collaborates with teachers and campus leadership to implement targeted instructional strategies and interventions based on data findings to improve student outcomes.

* Collaborates with principals, counselors, and teachers to support program compliance, student services, and instructional differentiation for gifted learners.

* Facilitates professional learning for teachers serving GT students, including planning sessions, presenting workshops, and modeling instructional strategies.

* Implements the GT identification and referral process, including screening, testing, and participation in campus selection committees.

* Maintains accurate program records, student files, and reports to support program compliance and improvement.

* Provides information and guidance to students and families regarding GT program services and opportunities.

* Coordinates enrichment activities and events for elementary gifted students in collaboration with campus staff.

* Monitors GT program budgets, grants, and resources as assigned, including tracking expenditures and preparing documentation.

* Promotes awareness of GT services through communication with parents, staff, and community stakeholders.

* Schedules and conducts campus visits to support GT program implementation at elementary schools.

* Engages in ongoing professional development to remain current on best practices in gifted education.

Equipment Used:
General office equipment

Working Conditions:

Advanced Academic Office and ECISD Campuses

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district wide and statewide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.