POSITION: Instructional Specialist
EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt
NUMBER OF DAYS: According to district approved calendar
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO: Principal
SUPERVISES: None
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree preferred
Teacher certification
EXPERIENCE:
Three to five years of successful teaching or related experience
Previous experience in curriculum and instruction development preferred
Position Function/Purpose
To provide support and work with the building principal, staff and Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to develop an ongoing program of curriculum enrichment and staff development that will enhance the quality of the academic program of the campus.
Essential Functions
Instructional Management
1.
Work under the supervision of the building principal and in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to develop and/or to coach appropriate curriculum and instructional materials that enhance the quality of the academic program.
2.
Work under the supervision of the building principal and in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to plan a comprehensive approach to staff development.
3.
Work under the supervision of the building principal and in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to coordinate special programs, field trips, projects, competitions, or exhibits to enhance the instructional program for students.
School/Organization Climate
1.
Work under the supervision of the building principal and in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to provide an ongoing and systematic review of curriculum and instructional materials.
2.
Work under the supervision of the building principal and in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to develop and/or revise long range plans for curriculum implementation
Personnel Management
1.
Work under the supervision of the building principal to provide orientation to new instructional staff and to substitute teachers.
2.
Assist in the recruitment and interview process for teachers as requested by the division of Human Resource Services or the building principal.
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
1.
Work under the supervision of the building principal to prepare and submit budget recommendations related to curriculum materials, inventory and equipment needs.
2.
Assist the building principal in coordinating facility needs for staff development, special student programs and parent meetings.
Professional Growth and Development
1.
Work under the supervision of the building principal to plan for and to engage in staff development to update knowledge related to best instructional practices.
Qualification Requirements
1.
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction at the elementary level
2.
Demonstrated commitment to staff development
3.
Strong communication and supervisory skills
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and
pushing.
Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities.
Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.
Revised
11/01/2023
All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information.
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