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Learning Facilitators: Media K-5 & 6-8

Employer
Greenwich Public Schools
Location
Greenwich, CT, US
Salary
Competitive

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Position Type:
Adult and Continuing Education

Date Posted:
9/2/2022

Location:
Districtwide

Date Available:
As soon as filled

Closing Date:
Until filled

Learning Facilitators: Media. GPS is seeking the following Learning Facilitators for 2022-23:
  • 1.0 Learning Facilitator for Media Grades K-5.
  • 1.0 Learning Facilitator for Media Grades 6-8.
Each 1.0 position may be divided into two 0.5 positions at the discretion of the Director of Curriculum & Leadership K-8.
Each position is available only to current GPS teachers currently teaching as library media specialists.

Primary Function - The learning facilitator is a peer leader for the teaching staff. The LF's primary function is to support the achievement of schools and district goals to improve student learning. Media LFs report directly to the Director of Curriculum & Leadership K-8.

Illustration of Key Duties
  • Improvement of Instruction: Assists staff members in planning, delivering, and assessing instructional programs. Informed about current research and practices, the LF serves as a resource to teachers.
  • Provides leadership in curriculum development, implementation, evaluation, assessment, coordination, articulation, and integration within and across disciplines.
  • Monitors the implementation of curriculum.
  • Assists in planning and implementation of curriculum projects.
  • Assists in selecting materials, textbooks, equipment, and supplies for students.
  • Keeps lines of communication open between administration and staff.
  • Fosters collegial interactions and collaborative planning between and among staff members.
  • May serve as a member of the school's staff development committee.

Work Year and Compensation

Teacher-based employment plus 4 days. Salary based on the collective bargaining agreement between Greenwich Board of Education and the Greenwich Education Association. Release time may or may not be provided for this position depending on priorities and available resources. Media LF's must work four days prior to or at the end of the school year. These days are set aside for planning and/or curriculum review.

Additional days may be needed throughout the year for planning and/or curriculum development. These days are on an as-needed basis and are never to exceed five days. These days will be compensated through growth and development funds.

Duration

School-based positions are subject to annual review and appointment for the maximum of three years, at which point the position must be posted. Teachers may apply for a second term, but may serve no more than six years (two terms) without a break in service. In the event no other qualified candidate applies in response to the vacancy posting at the conclusion of six years, the teacher may reapply.

Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with administrators, teachers, faculty and students
  • Demonstrated high level of professional competence and leadership
  • MA degree, CT certification, with at least three years of successful teaching experience

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