History & Social Science Program Lead (Remote Options)

Virginia AG; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Education in Richmond, VA seeks a History and Social Science Coordinator to provide highly complex expertise in history and social science, ensuring an evidence-based program of study for the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities include planning regional workshops for administrators and teachers, launching trainer networks, and delivering timely responses related to the History and Social Science Standards of Learning. Telework options may be available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Virginia SOL, policies, and local government functions.
• Strong history/social science content knowledge and pedagogy.
• Experience delivering professional development to educators.
• Understanding of budgets, resources, and project management.
• Experience with instructional technology integration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs, workshops, and meetings for school leaders and teachers on history topics and pedagogy.
• Develop regional networks of teacher trainers and train educators on new standards.
• Provide professional, technical responses on history/social science and the SOL standards.
• Analyze problems and prepare written briefs for the Director and Deputy Superintendent.
• Communicate clear expectations aligned with agency goals.
• Attend routine office activities and approved tasks.
• Represent the agency for the Superintendent and perform other duties.

Skills

SOL knowledge

History & social science content

Professional development design

Budgeting & project management

Instructional technology

Education

Undergraduate degree in history or social science

Advanced degree in education/administration or related field

Job description

Virginia Department of Education in Richmond, VA seeks a History and Social Science Coordinator to provide highly complex expertise in history and social science, ensuring an evidence-based program of study for the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities include planning regional workshops for administrators and teachers, launching trainer networks, and delivering timely responses related to the History and Social Science Standards of Learning. Telework options may be available.