CURRICULUM SUPPORT SPECIALIST_SOCIAL STUDIES/LIFE (1962600)

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami-Dade County Public Schools is seeking a Curriculum Support Specialist for Social Studies/Life in Miami, FL. Responsible for planning and delivering inservice classes, developing curriculum materials, and coaching teachers to improve student achievement.

The role requires a Bachelor's with certification, at least three years of classroom teaching experience, and collaboration across district programs. Travel within the county may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with certification in the appropriate educational field.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops curriculum materials and presents inservice activities, workshops and programs in designated subject areas.
• Provides support services to schools through demonstration lessons, parental involvement activities, and instructional coaching to improve classroom environment.
• Assists teachers in identifying students’ needs and recommending instructional methods and materials to increase student achievement.
• Develops and administers assessment instruments to determine effectiveness of instructional programs.
• Assists administrators and school personnel in identifying and implementing national and state-wide educational programs at appropriate school-sites.
• Provides curriculum support and assistance for region and school-based staff in the review and evaluation of instructional materials, educational resources, and computer software.
• Facilitates interaction and networking of school-based teachers for sharing teaching techniques and strategies.
• Prepares grant applications and supervises administration of grants, as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree with teaching certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

CURRICULUM SUPPORT SPECIALIST_SOCIAL STUDIES/LIFE (1962600)

Miami-Dade County Public Schools SOCIAL STUDIES/LIFE - Miami, Florida. Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5918545

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES

The Curriculum Support Specialist is responsible for planning, delivering, and presenting subject area inservice classes. They offer direct services to students and/or teachers by developing appropriate curriculum materials and assessment tools and providing demonstration lessons and instructional coaching. Support and information relative to instructional and staff development programs is also provided. The Curriculum Support Specialist serves as a resource to administration, schools, and instructional staff.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes, develops curriculum materials and presents inservice activities, workshops and programs in designated subject areas.
• Provides support services to schools through demonstration lessons, parental involvement activities, and instructional coaching to improve classroom environment.
• Assists teachers in identifying students’ needs and recommending appropriate instructional methods and materials to increase student achievement.
• Develops and administers assessment instruments to determine effectiveness of instructional programs.
• Assists administrators and school personnel in identifying and implementing national and state-wide educational programs at appropriate school-sites.
• Provides curriculum support and assistance for region and school-based staff in the review and evaluation of instructional materials, educational resources, and computer software.
• Facilitates the interaction and networking of school-based teachers for the purpose of sharing teaching techniques and strategies.
• Prepares grant applications and supervises administration of grants, as directed.
• Performs other related duties as required or as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is light physical work which requires the following physical activities: lifting, bending, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed indoors. Frequent travel within the county may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree with certification in the appropriate educational field, i.e. elementary, secondary, exceptional student education, social work, etc. Master's degree is preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Satisfactory teacher evaluations for three (3) years.
• Two (2) years experience with district/region level curriculum writing or district/region staff development, and/or serving as teacher reading facilitator, department chairperson, team leader or other educational leadership position, preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Current Issues

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: General

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Government

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Military

Salary

Starting Salary: $53,053.00*

* includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,003

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer.