Content Curriculum Specialist Secondary Social Studies​/ELA; Grant Funded

Description

Content Curriculum Specialist Secondary Social Studies/ELA (Grant Funded)

• Date Posted: 6/17/2026
• Location:
  
  District Wide
• Date Available:
  
  08/03/2026

• Works with teachers (in teams or individually) to refine their knowledge and skills. Methods of instruction may include in-class coaching, peer observation, co-teaching, and modeling effective instruction using a gradual release model.
• Mentors teachers for the purpose of improving Social Studies and English Language Arts instruction and building their capacity to support others.
• Establishes a coaching partnership with teachers.
• Responsible for supporting and evaluating the district's Social Studies and English Language Arts curriculum and instruction for assigned grade levels.
• Plans and conducts periodic evaluations to assess the need for changes in the Social Studies and ELA programs.
• Identifies measurable goals for coaching interactions.
• Meets with Social Studies and ELA teachers on assigned campuses to discuss instructional delivery, curriculum alignment, and implementation of TEKS.
• Observes classroom instruction regularly for Social Studies and ELA teachers on assigned campuses; provides feedback and assistance to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrates instructional strategies with students in the classroom for teachers identified as needing support through modeling and coaching techniques.

• Obtains and uses evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine curriculum and instructional program effectiveness for the assigned subject areas.
• Presents content-related data to teachers and administrators.

• Assists teachers in the development of local assessments aligned to Social Studies and ELA standards.
• Assists teachers in developing rigorous, engaging instruction that supports all learners.
• Works with teachers to develop and implement effective intervention strategies and instructional supports.
• Collaborates with teachers and administrators to make instructional decisions based on what is best for students.
• Assists teachers and staff in improving student performance on state assessments by supporting teachers in disaggregating and interpreting Social Studies and ELA data.
• Supports classroom instruction through modeling, coaching, and mentoring.
• Creates logically sequenced pacing guides for assigned grade levels and content areas.
• Develops campus/district common and formative assessments.
• Plans and presents district-wide professional development related to Social Studies and English Language Arts instruction.
• Assists with the assessment of instructional material needs and purchasing for assigned content areas.
• Attends regional content-related leadership meetings.
• Gathers and analyzes data for assigned subject areas.
• Collaborates with grade-level and content-area teams to plan effective instruction.
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Works cooperatively with the Chief Academic Officer and campus administrators in developing and supporting instructional programs for Social Studies and ELA teachers.
• Ability to plan and provide prescriptive instruction aligned with campus and district goals.

• Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, responsible, and exemplifies SMSD beliefs.
• Maintains poise appropriate to situations.
• Regular attendance is required.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university;
  Master's degree preferred.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in assigned content area.
• GT training/certification preferred.

• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience within Social Studies and/or English Language Arts.
• Successful classroom management that facilitates a high level of student engagement.
• Experience working with at-risk students and/or Title I campuses preferred.

• Deep understanding of instructional pedagogy and best practices in Social Studies and English Language Arts.
• Demonstrated success as evidenced by student achievement results in assigned content areas.
• Strong knowledge of current Social Studies and ELA Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Experience interpreting and disseminating state assessment data.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum design and instructional practices in Social Studies and ELA.
• Knowledge of district instructional initiatives.
• Skill in instructional coaching and supporting teachers with varied backgrounds and experiences.
• Experience developing and facilitating professional development.
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.