Job Title: Teaching and Learning Consultant, Elementary (12-month)

Location: Teacher Administrative Center (TAC), 3215 Cuming St. Omaha, NE 68131

Reports To: Executive Director of Elementary Education

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 12-month / Exempt

Salary Schedule: Omaha School Administrators Association (OSAA), Level 6 / Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience. Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable summary document .

Anticipated Start Date: No later than August 1, 2025

Position Purpose: The Elementary Teaching and Learning Consultant has responsibility for consultation, coordination, and improvement of elementary education instruction, curriculum, and assessment relative to the goals of the school district and the Department of Curriculum and Instruction Support. This individual works to provide educational opportunities which will enable all students to achieve their highest potential through work with teachers, instructional leadership teams and staff, students, parents, and the community. This individual also has responsibility for the district wide development, coordination and articulation of the elementary program, and the Strategic Plan of Action.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Coordinates with other elementary school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, model, support, and coach instruction.
• Provide expertise in the use of curriculum, instruction, assessments and feedback.
• Supervises K-6 elementary curriculum, instruction, and programming.
• Works in collaboration as part of a network team of support for schools. This includes collaboration and partnership with school staff and all central office administration staff.
• Writes and develops K-6 elementary curriculum as needed.
• Develops and trains K-6 elementary in blended and online learning.
• Demonstrates knowledge of best research based instructional practices.
• Implements and ensures best practices in K-6 elementary are implemented in all K-6 elementary classrooms.
• Conducts instructional staff observations and coaching visits.
• Creates and delivers professional development throughout the year, including Professional Learning days
• and remote learning sessions, for K-6 elementary teachers and instructional leaders.
• Provides additional support to all new teachers in K-6 elementary education.
• Administers OPS staff appraisal process with approval from Elementary Executive Director.
• Models best practices in providing in-person and online professional development to K-6 elementary education teachers and leaders.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Works with an understanding of a diverse student population and equity and leads with the belief that every child, every day will be prepared for success.
• Shows evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by district policy as well as the State Board of Education.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission & vision of the OPS district.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Master's Degree with appropriate course work in Elementary Education, Administration, Supervision, Personnel, Educational Psychology, or related field required.
• A valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with endorsement in the area of administration and supervision, required.
• A minimum of five years successful teaching experience in elementary instruction preferred.
• Knowledge of the process and curriculum content related to elementary instruction.
• Knowledge of best instructional practices.
• Understanding of and ability to support the implementation of the District's Action Plan.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver high quality professional development.
• Ability to provide instructional coaching.
• Ability to demonstrate skills pertinent to positive relationships and the ability to work effectively with instructional staff, students, parents, administrators, and the community.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of OPS's mission, purpose, goals, and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position requires the ability to use technology including iPads and Apple TVs, in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with OPS's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Travel between OPS schools and Central Office will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in school building environments.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and other stakeholders.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the building administration in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to stakeholder needs and maintain a positive attitude with all.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external stakeholders in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time exempt certified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

Terms of employment are contingent upon:

• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.