Curriculum Support Teacher

Fulton County Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Curriculum Support Teacher to translate district standards into engaging classroom experiences. The role supports teachers across the school in organizing curriculum and applying best practices for student achievement.

The position requires a Master’s degree and a Georgia Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood (P-5). Reading certification/endorsement is preferred, with experience in curriculum planning and staff development.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.
• Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood (P-5).
• Reading Specialist certification or Reading Endorsement preferred.
• Completion of the Fulton County Early Literacy Phonics Pathway preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with teachers to interpret and implement the District curriculum.
• Assist teachers in organizing curriculum and utilizing effective teaching strategies.
• Serve as advisor and trainer to beginning teachers.
• Assist in screening and placement of new students to ensure appropriate instructional level.
• Participate in selecting instructional materials, supplies, and textbooks.
• Plan workshops and professional learning programs for staff, parents, and volunteers.
• Support evaluation of the instructional program through data analysis.
• Recommend curriculum adjustments to meet diverse learning needs.
• Participate in district-wide curriculum writing, assessment, and planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's Degree

Georgia Teaching Certificate (P-5)

Reading Specialist Certification / Reading Endorsement

Fulton County Early Literacy Phonics Pathway

Job description

Category: Certified Support

Job Function: Certified Support Staff

Department: State Bridge Crossing Elementary

Summary

Assists teachers in translating the requirements, standards, and benchmarks into meaningful experiences for students in the school; Assists teachers in organizing and implementing the curriculum for all students; Serves as a coach, model, and trainer for best practices across the curriculum

Essential Duties

• Meets with teachers to interpret and help implement the District curriculum
• Assists all teachers in organizing curriculum and utilizing effective teaching strategies
• Acts as advisor and special consultant to beginning teachers
• Administers the initial screening and evaluation of students new to the school to ensure placement at the appropriate instructional level
• Participates in the selection of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and textbooks
• Assists in the planning of workshops and other professional learning programs for teachers, assistants, parents, and volunteers to help raise the level of student achievement
• Assists the principal in the evaluation of the instructional program, including interpreting assessment results and data analysis to help staff plan for instruction
• Recommends ways in which the curriculum may be adjusted to meet the special learning needs of students
• Participates in District-wide activities such as curriculum writing, assessment development, and strategic planning
• Periodically reviews instructionally-related state statutes and assists the principal in monitoring local school compliance and improvements
• Serves as a liaison between the local school and the curriculum department
• Consults with parents regarding the curriculum and student placement at the request of the principal
• Assists with the inventorying, ordering, and distribution of textbooks, equipment, and other District-level instructional resources, as requested by principal
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Master’s Degree

Certification/Licensure

Must hold or be eligible to hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood (P-5)

Reading Specialist certification or Reading Endorsement preferred

Completion of the Fulton County Early Literacy Phonics Pathway preferred

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of successful elementary teaching experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable of the District's overall curriculum goals and experience with techniques to assist teachers and staff in reaching those goals
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups
• Ability to organize programs, personnel, and activities required for productive learning in the school
• Interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with administrators and staff
• Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen, motivate, and provide leadership which results in the best environment
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
• Proven ability to make recommendations on various topics, detailed, controversial, simple, or complex
• Ability to develop implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and initiatives
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Demands

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Curriculum Support Teacher

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