Job Title/Position: ELEMENTARY LITERACY PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Grade/Terms of Employment: 12 month contract
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Date: March 8, 2021
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Work Location: Central Office
Immediate Supervisor: Director of Teaching and Learning
General Description
Petersburg City Public Schools (PCPS) is seeking an individual with a deep commitment to improving student achievement by providing support to instructional coaches, teachers, and Title I reading staff at the elementary level. The elementary literacy program specialist is responsible for supporting the professional growth and development of staff at our four elementary schools to facilitate learning and independent application of effective instructional literacy practices. The elementary literacy program specialist also develops and writes curricula for grades K-5 aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning. The elementary literacy program specialist provides job-embedded support through classroom observations, prescriptive feedback, modeling, data analysis, and supporting school-based administrators in making data informed decisions related to literacy. The elementary literacy program specialist also plans and conducts staff development based on accessed division and school needs.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Requirement
The applicant shall provide a transcript that specifies graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in education, reading, curriculum and instruction or closely related field of study.
A Master's degree is required for this position. Credentials shall include, at minimum, strong academic preparation in reading and/an endorsement in grades K-6, or other combination of related endorsement(s) preferred. An endorsement as a reading specialist is highly preferred.
Five years of experience as a classroom teacher is a requirement for this position.
Essential Job Functions:
Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) and the school division's curricular requirements;
Assesses the individual and collective needs of teachers at all elementary schools;
Creates a comprehensive and systematic plan to support the professional growth of teachers;
Models effective instructional techniques and strategies that engage learners;
Provides coaching assistance through observation of instruction and delivery of timely and appropriate feedback;
Writes and develops reading curricula and pacing guides for reading in grades K-5;
Assists with writing exemplary lesson plans to serve as a model;
Assists with the development of classroom, school, and division level benchmark assessments;
Works collaboratively with teachers to analyze data and plan targeted and appropriate lessons;
Works collaboratively with instructional coaches, Title I teachers, core content program specialists to identify needs and develop a plan of support;
Models and provides support with classroom motivation and management to help teachers establish classroom environments conducive to learning;
Plans and conducts high quality professional development activities for school and division staff based on identified needs;
Stays abreast of current developments, research and new technology to enhance teaching and learning;
Attends required staff development activities, team meetings, instructional excellence review (IER) visits and other meetings as deemed necessary;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching and learning;
Demonstrated knowledge of techniques and strategies used to support adult learners;
Demonstrated ability to use data to increase effectiveness of teachers through lesson plan development, professional development, curriculum writing, and modeling best practices;
Ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in written form;
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include: Word, PowerPoint and Excel and the use of other instructional technology tools;
Effective use of Zoom, Schoology, and/or other digital platforms used to support virtual learning is a plus.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other administrative staff, subordinates, supervisors, the School Board, and the general public.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for benefits.
Terms of Employment:
National Child Care Background Check
Tuberculosis Test
Fingerprinting
This description defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of this position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Details:
All qualified candidates must submit the following by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Completed online application
2. Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
3. Must provide one (1) completed professional reference forms/letters.
4. All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
How to Apply:
If you wish to apply for this position, click the Apply Online Button below.
If you are unable to load supporting documentation to the on-line system, please submit your entire package to PCPSAPPLICATIONS@PETERSBURG.K12.VA.US
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Petersburg City Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.