Salary: $65,631.60 Annually
Description
The Coordinator of Social Studies operates as a coach, trainer, resource provider, program manager and instructional leader. The employee reports to a Director or other higher level administrator. Work is reviewed through reports, presentations, or projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Provides on-site technical assistance and support to schools in Social Studies curriculum, instruction, technology and assessment;
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Monitors the implementation of district-wide programs, resources and services;
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Provides technical assistance and support to schools in the development and implementation of Science initiatives and programs;
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Assists schools through classroom visits, consultation, demonstration lessons and conferences.
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Provides leadership in the development, implementation and coordination of district-wide programs and resources;
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Plans, implements, and/or brokers ongoing training for program personnel and teachers including new teachers and support staff;
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Participates in curricular development and revision;
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Coordinates the textbook selection process.
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Keeps abreast of national professional trends and changes in related curriculum area and disseminates that information to appropriate audiences;
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Supervises & coordinates the ordering/use of Social Studies curriculum, instruction, technology and assessment materials/supplies and equipment;
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Supervises and coordinates projects developed to improve student achievement.
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Participates in the development and implementation of district programs;
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Develops, advises, manages and monitors grant programs and budgetary needs as assigned;
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Interprets and communicates program policies & procedures to the Superintendent, school administrators and instructional personnel;
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Provides leadership in planning and conducting studies;
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Prepares monthly reports to immediate supervisor on all activities and accomplishments;
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Reviews, provides feedback and monitors the implementation of school improvement plans;
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Develops, implements and evaluates a district improvement plan;
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Implements program policies and procedures as determined by the District and Territory;
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Analyzes student achievement results and recommends changes to the curriculum;
- Participates in ongoing professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
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Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in the specific content area with at least three years’ teaching experience providing instruction to students.
*VI Board Certification Required*
Position Factors
FACTOR 1- KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the education laws, policies, rules and regulations of the United States Virgin Islands.
Knowledge of the theory, principles and techniques of Social Studies instruction.
Knowledge of a variety of instructional strategies.
Knowledge of technological programs, electronic, printed and other available resources in order to make helpful suggestions related to student’s individual needs or programmatic requirements.
Knowledge of learning disabilities, and methods of treatment.
Knowledge of the principles of teaching and classroom control.
Ability to select or develop instructional materials.
Ability to strive to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records as required by district policy and administrative regulations.
Ability to cooperate and share professionally with members of the administration and other staff.
Ability to maintain confidentiality about Science students in accordance with state and federal law;
FACTOR 2- SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Works under the direct supervision or assignment of the Director of Curriculum and Instruction or district administrator. Work is controlled by routine review, or reporting to and consultation with supervisor. Work is reviewed through on-site visits, reports and achievement of objectives.
FACTOR 3- GUIDELINES
Guidelines includes Federal safety and Department and procedures, (HIPAA) guidelines, all applicable rules and regulations, policies and procedures set forth by the Department and the Government of the Virgin Islands.
FACTOR 4- COMPLEXITY
Work requires broad knowledge studied judgment in planning and performing duties to develop support Science instruction, current teaching and learning methods, and effective program management/administrative skills.
FACTOR 5- SCOPE AND EFFECT
The purpose of work involves the planning and implementation of instructional programs for special needs children, including devising or procuring appropriate instruction of special needs students. Errors at this level will have major repercussions that will be counterproductive to a healthy teaching learning environment.
FACTOR 6- PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are with federal programs managers, commissioners, directors, other employees and financial officers, students and parents.
FACTOR 7-PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Contacts are made for the purpose of exchanging or clarifying information towards accomplishing program objectives.
FACTOR 8- PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work involves sitting and/or standing for long periods, and traversing about the campus and exert some physical dexterity
FACTOR 9- WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in an office and classroom setting and may require some travel.
