Coordinator - Elementary English Language Arts

GILBERT PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Writing Contest Coordination

Job summary

Gilbert Public Schools seeks a Coordinator - Elementary English Language Arts/Social Studies to lead curriculum, instruction, assessment and professional development for elementary grades. The role collaborates with district and school staff to develop ELA curriculum, coordinate benchmark assessments, supervise textbook adoptions, and provide coaching and PD to teachers and principals.

The position requires a Bachelor's or higher with significant ELA experience; Master’s degree preferred;

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience.
• Master's Degree from an accredited educational institution - preferred.
• Valid Arizona Administrator Certificate - preferred. Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing English Language Arts curriculum
• Assist with the development of benchmark assessments
• Collaborate effectively with district and school personnel
• Assist principals and teachers with the implementation of English Language Arts curriculum
• Provide professional development in the areas of English Language Arts
• Evaluate English Language Arts curriculum materials and coordinate textbook adoptions
• Develop and maintain records and reports as necessary
• Participate in and lead a variety of meetings pertaining to primary function
• Coordinate the District's Writing Contest and Spelling Bee
• Provide coaching support by collaborating with campus administration and elementary teachers to ensure effective implementation of the English Language Arts curriculum
• Attending planning sessions and/or PLC meetings to provide input on pacing, instructional strategies, and assessments
• Observing and providing feedback to teachers to improve effectiveness of English Language Arts instruction
• Modeling effective lessons demonstrating best practices in English Language Arts instruction
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

5+ years teaching experience

Education

Master's Degree (preferred)

Arizona Administrator Certificate (preferred)

Job description

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Coordinator - Elementary English Language Arts JobID: 18280

• Date Posted: 10/30/2026
• Location: Teaching and Learning
• Date Available: 11/04/2026
• Closing Date: 01/04/2027

Months Contracted: 12 Months (232 work days)

Job Grade: Coordinator - 232

Annual Rate: $76,321 and up depending on experience

Full Time Equivalency: 1.0FTE

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Coordinator - Elementary English Language Arts/Social Studies

Purpose Statement

To provide support and leadership in the area of English Language Arts curriculum, instruction, assessment and professional development

Essential Functions

• Assist in the development of English Language Arts curriculum
• Assist with the development of benchmark assessments
• Collaborate effectively with district and school personnel
• Assist principals and teachers with the implementation of English Language Arts curriculum
• Provide professional development in the areas of English Language
• Evaluate English Language Arts curriculum materials and coordinate textbook adoptions
• Develop and maintain records and reports as necessary
• Participate in and lead a variety of meetings pertaining to primary function
• Coordinate the District's Writing Contest and Spelling Bee
• Provide coaching support by collaborating with campus administration and elementary teachers to ensure effective implementation of the English Language Arts curriculum
• Attending planning sessions and/or PLC meetings in order to provide input on curriculum pacing, instructional strategies, and/or assessments
• Observing and providing appropriate feedback to teachers in order to improve effectiveness of English Language Arts instruction
• Modeling effective lessons demonstrating best practices in English Language Arts instruction
• Other duties as assigned

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level E Knowledge in a recognized professional field or technological discipline sufficient to command various principles, facts, and practical applications. Learning development is obtained by the completion of a college curriculum resulting in a bachelor's degree in a specialized field; advanced mathematics, very advanced language development, proficient understanding of practical systems.

Problem Solving - Level 3 Work situations are of sufficient scope and variety that significant interpretation and evaluation is required to successfully recognize and define problems. Highly technical judgments and/or constructive thinking involved. Alternative solutions must be considered and short-term action plans must be developed and sequenced.

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level C Highly developed verbal skills are required to communicate technical concepts and ideas in individual, group, and large audience situations. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperation, understanding, trust, and credibility is critical. Skill at influencing the behavior of others is important and may be difficult to achieve.

Scope of Contacts - Level 2 Interpersonal contacts extend to peers in other work groups, or to clients/customers who speak the language, either within or outside the organization. interactions with higher levels of authority beyond immediate supervisor must be conducted on an intermittent basis.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level B Work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level C Responsible for performing work requiring advanced job skills and for responding to work situations within minimum guidance or direction.may be responsible for training and guiding others, and/or reviewing their work. senior level contributor, lead person, or working supervisor.

Organizational Impact - Level 3 Work results, decisions, and approvals impact the overall design of internal systems, programs, and/or research; the status of others; and/or critical aspects of the final product or service in terms of quantity or quality.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: Minimum of 5 years teaching experience

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited educational institution - preferred.

Certifications/Clearances: Valid Arizona Administrator Certificate - preferred. Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Schedule: Coordinator - 232

Work Calendar: Coordinator

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.

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