Coordinator, Elementary Social Studies

Virginia Beach City Public Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking an Administrative - Central Office - Coordinator (Teaching & Learning) to lead curriculum development and instructional alignment across the division. This role ensures resources are available for teachers and students and oversees staff development for implementation of the program.

The coordinator collaborates with principals to ensure horizontal and vertical continuity, develops materials, guides textbook selections, and oversees evaluation of

Qualifications

• Must possess a thorough knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and the ability to guide teachers in effective instructional strategies.
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to determine best solutions; strong communication skills both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update instructional materials including curriculum guides, parent/student documents, assessments, and report cards.
• Provide guidance in textbook selection and materials for the assigned program; maintain materials lists.
• Plan and conduct professional development activities for building-level staff and central office teams.
• Monitor program budget, analyze data, and set short/long-term goals for K-12 alignment and articulation.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional leadership

Budget management

Data analysis

Teacher development

Education

Master's Degree in Education Administration

Job description

Administrative - Central Office - Coordinator (Teaching & Learning)

Job Number 3700275038

Start Date

Open Date 10/28/2026

Closing Date 11/03/2026

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The coordinator of a curriculum and instruction program is responsible for providing leadership, alignment, coordination and delivery in the development and improvement of the curriculum program for the school division. The coordinator ensures that resources are available for teacher and student use and provide the necessary staff development for implementation of the assigned instructional program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the point person for division-wide initiatives, as assigned.
• Develop and update instructional materials including but not limited to curriculum guides, parent/student documents, assessment instruments, and report cards.
• Provide guidance in the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials and equipment for the assigned program.
• Maintain basic and supplementary list of instructional materials.
• Conduct textbook adoption process and/or workshops.
• Prepare and monitor the program's budget.
• Review and analyze assessment data for the assigned program.
• Develop short and long-term goals for the curricular area with an emphasis on K-12 alignment and articulation.
• Support and work collaboratively with principals and teaching staff to effect horizontal and vertical continuity and articulation of the instructional program throughout the division.
• Provide ongoing instructional support and classroom management assistance for continuing contract and probationary teachers.
• Observe teachers as requested by building administrators and provide immediate feedback on their progress.
• Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials, equipment and teaching aids.
• Develop, plan and conduct professional development activities for building-level administrators, instructional staff and trainers for division-wide initiatives, new classroom procedures, instructional materials, equipment and teaching aids.
• Work collaboratively with staff members of Curriculum and Instruction and other departments, as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with team members and principals of assigned schools to develop, update, and implement annual school service plans or five (5) year plans. y Update and maintain the program's Web site.
• Serve on a variety of local and state committees, representing the school division in educational projects and initiatives.
• Perform related work, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices; of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; comprehensive knowledge of specialty area; knowledge and effective skills textbook selection, curriculum development and budget development. Must have the ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems; ability to guide and train teachers in effective instructional techniques and strategies; ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, teachers, staff and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: Master's Degree in education administration and five (5) years of teaching experience. Certification in Administration and Supervision PreK-12 or Administration and Supervision PreK-12 Central Office Only.

Preferred: Endorsement in the content area in which the coordinator leads.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the
telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Frequent
sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing, stooping, crouching, and driving.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work
schedules.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Salary will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. Entry-level salary will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the salary will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone],2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: [phone] (voice); [phone] (TDD) or email at: [e-mail].