College Program Social Studies Content Director
Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listed on 2026-02-12
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Academic
About the Position
A+ College Ready, a program of A+ Education Partnership, supports middle and high schools to raise academic achievement for all students and to change the trajectory of education in the state of Alabama. This role strengthens the A+ College Ready team by developing high‑quality curricular materials for Social Studies and leading training events for teachers across Alabama. The position reports to the Vice President of A+ College Ready and coordinates closely with the AP Social Studies Content Director.
A+ Education Partnership is building an Alabama where every child has access to a world‑class education, regardless of circumstance. Through its core values, it centers students, acts with urgency, listens and learns, expects excellence, and prioritizes equity.
Major Responsibilities- Continuously lead the creation, review, and modification of social studies curricular resources aligned to the Alabama Course of Study
- Plan, secure presenters, and oversee the content for Social Studies training events, including the E3 Summer Experience and Fall Workshop
- Design and continuously revise the E3 Social Studies Curriculum (grades 6–12)
- Directly support A+ College Ready Program Schools, including those in the MSTIP (Middle School Training and Incentive Program)
- Work closely with the AP Social Studies Content Director to develop a vertically aligned curriculum and instructional plan
- Support social studies teachers through in‑person visits and virtual check‑ins
- Participate with A+ College Ready leadership in new school recruitment, site visits, and school orientation
- Serve as the liaison for one or more assigned A+ College Ready schools
- Commit to continuous professional improvement, including setting challenging and measurable personal improvement goals and staying abreast of current research
- Collaborate with the Logistics Director and the team for all training events
- Work with existing partners of A+ College Ready, including the Alabama State Department of Education, and expand social studies partnerships
- Other duties as assigned
- Belief in A+ Education Partnership and A+ College Ready’s mission and commitment to improving educational equity
- Bachelor’s degree in a field of social studies or secondary education with a concentration in a social studies field
- Experience/knowledge of Advanced Placement Social Studies
- Ability to travel often
- A team player who works productively and cooperatively with a wide range of people
- A self‑starter with problem‑solving skills and analytical capability
- Life‑long learner, active listener with strong communication skills
- Comfortable with the use of technology, including Google Suite, Canvas, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
- A competitive salary will be determined depending on experience and attainment *
- Blue Cross Blue Shield health, dental, and vision insurance is provided at no cost for individual employees (family coverage is available at a cost)
- Two weeks paid vacation in the first year (prorated from start date to calendar year‑end); three weeks paid vacation beginning in year two
- One week paid end‑of‑year holiday between Christmas and New Year’s
- Funded participation in company retirement plan after one year
- $100,000 company‑funded life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
- Opportunity for a flexible work schedule
- Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.
Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! A+ Education Partnership is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.
A+ Education Partnership is an equal‑opportunity employer and will not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Submit an application here by June 12, 2025
. Flexible work from home options available.
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