26 - Secondary Literacy Specialist

Specialist Secondary Literacy

The primary responsibility of an Secondary Literacy Specialist is to coordinate and facilitate the implementation of applicable District instructional program with an emphasis on developing 21st century skills. The Specialist is responsible for providing an instructional program (including curriculum and assessment design) designed to assist teachers in developing skills in the preparation of effective learning (lesson) plans, presentation of content, and classroom management.

The Specialist will assist with the implementation of best practices in the classroom through demonstration lessons, observation of teachers who are changing instructional practices, reflective sessions following observations, facilitating PLC's, and professional development activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED: Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire Endorsement/Credentials in assigned area:
English Language Arts Master's Degree in Education or Educational related content area Five (5) years of successful teaching experience in instructional area:
English Language Arts Valid Colorado Driver License Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED: Previous Coaching experience Master's Degree in education or related field 3 - 5 years minimum secondary English Language Arts, Humanities, or Social Studies teaching experience Experience with district curriculum and assessment development Experience in coaching teachers and/or facilitating professional development for teachers and leaders Experience leading data team meetings and/or professional learning communities (PLC's) and professional development Experience developing Scope and Sequence documents Experience in Pueblo School District No.

60 curriculum adoption process

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.

Coach teacher leaders, teachers (regular education/special education) and administrators in leading district initiatives regarding intervention programming, educational pedagogy, and improved instruction toward increased student learning Collaborate with principals on supporting individual teacher development and improvement Review assessment results by school and participate in the development of an improvement plan Lead and facilitate the curriculum design process including district instructional frameworks and district assessments.

Work with principals and school leadership teams on implementation Assist teachers with using assessment data to plan instruction Assist teachers in the development and implementation of effective classroom management strategies, individual behavioral intervention plans, instructional planning, and classroom organization as needed Provide direct contact to classroom teachers, reviewing data, co-planning, co-teaching, and real-time coaching;
Model instructional practices in a variety of settings and provide follow-up support to ensure effective teacher implementation Provide professional development for teachers as needed in the use of the curriculum and ancillary materials for the assigned program Participate in textbook adoption and the development of local assessments as assigned Integrate technology into instructional practices and programs Facilitate District and school-based professional development Facilitate Data Meetings and PLC's Assist in identifying, acquiring, and organizing available resources to support…