Coordinator of K-12 Social Studies

2 weeks ago


La Jolla, California, United States tapwage Full time

Job Title:
Coordinator of K-12 Social Studies Wage/

Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:
Executive Director of K-12 Social Studies Pay Grade 4: Administrative Education

Dept

/School:

K-12

Social Studies Initiated Date:
April 2024

District Primary Purpose:


To lead and elevate La Joya ISD by championing a rigorous and innovative K-12 Social Studies curriculum and instructional program, thereby enhancing student success and achievement at all levels.


Department Primary Purpose:
To ensure the LJISD priority of teaching and learning excellence in K-12 Social Studies classrooms.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the K-12 Coordinator position leads the implementation of instructional support, curriculum, assessment, and professional learning in the area of K-12 Social Studies.

It coordinates and delivers ongoing support to campuses and ensures the K-12 implemented instructional approach and instructional materials reflect research, evidence-based practices, and align with students needs vertically.


Education/Certification:

  • Bachelor's degree in the content area or directly related field;
  • Master's degree in the content area, curriculum and instruction, or directly related field preferred;
  • Valid Texas Teaching Certification;
  • Bilingual or ESL certification preferred;
  • Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred.

Qualification Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3years successful experience teaching K12 Social Studies including campuslevel leadership experience working to improve mathematics student outcomes; districtlevel experience implementing evidencebased practices and instructional materials to improve student outcomes preferred.
  • Experience with supporting in program design, development, implementation, and datadriven decisionmaking.
  • Experience with designing and delivering professional learning for adult learners (teachers, administrators, central office staff).
  • Experience facilitating Professional Learning Communities and providing direct support to teachers as an instructional coach, lead teacher, or similar role.
  • Experience preparing high quality, vertically aligned curriculum documents.
  • Knowledge of disciplinary literacy, the use of evidencedbased practices and instructional materials K12 Social Studies.
  • Knowledge of program, curricular, and assessment requirements in Texas public schools K12, including Emergent Bilingual students.
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student levels.
  • Knowledge of evidencebased practices for Emergent Bilingual students.
  • Ability to aggregate and analyze student outcome data, gain insights, and communicate those insights to teachers.
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects, work and training related to the implementation of the District's K12 Social Studies instructional program.
  • Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while giving great attention to detail.
  • Ability to engage in selfevaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills to work effectively with educators, staff, and community stakeholders.
  • Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing with people at all levels within and outside the organization.
  • Deep commitment to equity, inclusivity, and diversity in education.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Provides instructional leadership for K12 Social Studies for assigned campuses and supports the implementation of evidencebased practices, instructional materials, and District initiatives.
  • Designs, develops, and maintains districtlevel K12 Social Studies curriculum and assessments for grade levels and courses.
  • Provides leadership in the identification, evaluation, adoption, and integration of effective educational resources into the curriculum.
  • Support comprehensive program evaluations, using data to drive improvements in K12 Social Studies student outcomes.
  • Builds capacity of campus administrators, lead teachers, and classroom teachers across the District in the area of K12 Social Studies.
  • Contributes to the development of the K12 Social Studies districtwide professional learning plan based on data trends and District initiatives.
  • Designs, delivers, and supports presentations for professional learning offerings as determined by instructional needs.
  • Collaborates with teachers on planning, preparing, and internalizing standardsaligned lessons.
  • Support teachers with instructional needs specific to K12 Social Studies through observation/feedback, modeling, coteaching, coaching, and professional learning.
  • Support collaboration with District staff to ensure that all K12 Social Studies programs and supports are executed at the highest level and crossfunctionally.
  • Support collaboration with District departments to coordinate and implement programs that support the special needs of all student populations in K12 Social Studies.
  • Ensures accurate and timely records to document campus support.
  • Demonstrates a growth mindset in working with and building strong relationships with teachers.
  • Attends department meetings, trainings, and professional learning as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not directly evaluate or supervise staff.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:
Typical demands of an office environment, including extensive computer use and district-wide travel for meetings and events.

Work Environment:
Primarily office-based with regular interaction with district staff, educators, students, families, and community members. Attendance at evening or weekend events may be required.

Position Working Days:
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