CURRICULUM FACILITATOR - 4th Grade Math

STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: CURRICULUM FACILITATOR

Reports to: Curriculum Supervisors

Job Objective: Provides staff leadership for the continuous improvement of the

instructional program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.
• Master's degree or higher with training in curriculum and instruction preferred but not required.
• Must have 5+ years teaching in same subject/grade/specialty to be considered; best person for the job will be selected; seniority not a factor.
• Exhibits effective time management and resourceful problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and program specific skills substantiated by training/work experience.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community demographics, emerging educational/legislative issues, the district's cultural environment, program resources, and instructional practices.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other innovations related to program functions.

Essential Functions:

• Provides leadership to facilitate curriculum improvements, staff development activities, and proficiency test readiness.
• Helps resolve problems and sustain progress toward grade level/departmental objectives.
• Keeps administrators informed about grade level/departmental activities/emerging issues.
• Keeps current with state standards/guidelines and school improvement priorities (e.g., curriculum alignment, effective school management, evaluation-driven continuous improvement efforts, evidence-based teaching/learning strategies, positive school environments, etc.).
• Routinely interacts with building administrators, curriculum specialists and teachers to ensure complete intercommunication. Helps staff understand the collective goal and shared decisions for curriculum planning activities.
• Fosters mutual respect, collaboration and accountability at all system levels.
• Helps evaluate instructional prevention/intervention strategies.
• Prepares recommendations for curriculum/instruction enhancements.
• Monitors literature on teaching effectiveness and disseminates/models best practices information.
• Monitors exemplary instructional practices/innovations.
• Facilitates activities that link grade level/departmental planning with higher organizational objectives (e.g., curriculum improvements, staff development, student achievement test readiness, etc.).
• Demonstrates teaching techniques/best practices.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
• Promotes academic excellence in a nurturing environment.
• Promotes the continuity of the instructional program. Provides insights about student skill progression and key contributions made by staff at each level.
• Analyzes proficiency and competency-based test results. Recommends instructional modifications and interventions that enhance student learning and improve test performance.
• Assists with the review and revision of the district's curriculum guides and courses of study.
• Assists with course of study transitions.
• Assists with the preparation of foundation/grant proposals as directed.
• Serves as a resource on curricula and other program issues. Works with supervisors and specialists to improve staff competencies.
• Serves on local professional growth and district curriculum committees as requested.
• Serves on curriculum writing and textbook/instructional resource adoption committees as requested.
• Seeks staff recommendations for instructional materials and equipment replacement/upgrades.
• Collaborates with other teachers. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Collaborates with teachers to develop units, assessments, methods and implementation of the curriculum.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Provides guidance, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress. Promotes academic success as an important priority for all students.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
• Works with the building principal to order authorized materials/supplies.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Represents the grade level/department at meetings outside of the district as requested.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Participates in staff orientation processes as requested.
• Participates in short/long-range planning activities. Helps identify time frames, financial/program resources, and strategies to accomplish departmental goals.
• Strives to develop rapport with others. Models positive attributes (e.g., proper etiquette, correct grammar, neat appearance, cooperation, enthusiasm, dependability, etc.).
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Supports community partnerships that enhance district programs.

Required Abilities

• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Engenders staff enthusiasm and teamwork. Promotes a positive work/learning environment.
• Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Prepares accurate and timely paperwork. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Skillfully navigates individual, group, and organizational interactions.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

Performance

• Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements.

Workday outside of regular teacher work day hours of the building of the individual.

The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District is an equal opportunity employer. This document identifies typical job functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible work duties. Employee performance is evaluated according to board policy, administrative procedures and current contractual agreements.

Staff member shall serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings in order to help instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.