Magnet Coordinator - 50%

Wake County Public School System; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a Magnet Program Coordinator to advocate for magnet objectives, enhance theme-based curricula, and market the magnet program to families. The role collaborates with the district's Magnet Office and school staff to implement and sustain magnet themes.

The coordinator will design professional development, coordinate thematic curricula, and lead recruitment events. A strong background in education and marketing supports inclusive, high-quality magnet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Five years of K-12 teaching experience.
• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educator’s K-6 or 6-12 license, based on the level of the position.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for integrating Magnet Objectives in the School Improvement Plan and participates in Magnet Coordinator Meetings.
• Designs annual professional learning plans and delivers sessions on magnet curricula and growth mindset.
• Communicates Magnet Objectives to staff and stakeholders and tracks integration progress.
• Supervises analysis of magnet-related curricula and connects community partners to magnet programming.
• Collaborates on development of annual marketing and recruitment plans, including events like Magnet Fair and open houses.
• Manages magnet-related communications with parents and the community.
• Develops annual magnet funding plans and tracks expenditures with school administration.

Skills

Curricular standards

Social media marketing

Microsoft Office & Google apps

Problem solving

Adult training design

Clear communication

stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Five years of K-12 teaching experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google apps

Job description

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

COORDINATOR

WORKING TITLE

Magnet Program Coordinator

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement

LOCATION

School Site

PAY GRADE

Classroom Teacher (Not Eligible for National Board pay)

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Serves as an advocate of integrating the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Magnet Objectives in the assigned school and within the district. Supports thematic implementation/enhancement/sustainment of the school’s particular magnet program. Markets the school and WCPSS Magnet Programs to potential magnet families, and other interested community members and stakeholders to inform the community and increase the school’s number of applications from target-market families. Supports teachers at the magnet school with all aspects of theme-related curriculum implementation; works collaboratively with the Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT), Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), teachers within the school, and with staff in the Office of Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement to increase theme-specific curriculum implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of K-12 curricular standards adopted by the State of North Carolina;
• Considerable knowledge and willingness to use social media tools to market the school/program;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google apps;
• Ability to use multiple resources for problem solving;
• Ability to design, plan, and deliver professional development using effective presentation skills for adult learners;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
• Five years of K-12 teaching experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educator’s K-6 or 6-12 license, based on the level of the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a magnet school.
• Experience writing, adapting, or enhancing existing curricula or creating new curricula.
• Experience planning and delivering professional training to adult learners.
• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Educational Leadership.
• Background, experience, or courses in marketing or design.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a liaison between the Office of Magnet And Curriculum Enhancement Programs and the school’s leadership team; advocates for the school’s magnet them in the School Improvement Plan, and attends and shares information from Magnet Coordinator Meetings with school administration and leadership;
• Evaluates theme-specific training needs and collaborates to design an annual professional learning plan; delivers targeted sessions on theme-related curricula, Magnet Objective integration, growth mindset, magnet theme essentials, etc., for both existing and new school staff;
• Communicates Magnet Objectives to staff and stakeholders, and tracks school integration progress;
• Supervises/leads review/analysis of magnet-related curricula; connects community partners and staff in theme-based experiences that promote the magnet program and contribute to authentic learning experiences;
• Collaborates with the Magnet Office and coaches staff on creation of theme-based instructional frameworks for diverse learners, promoting inclusivity and equitable access to magnet programming; manages all theme-related materials and curricula;
• Collaborates with the Principal on aspects of the master schedule that relate to magnet curriculum and theme; communicates with counselors and data managers about thematic elements as related to scheduling and courses;
• Collaborates with the Magnet Office and school staff to develop an annual marketing and recruitment plan that includes a variety of events (i.e., Magnet Fair, evening sessions, open house events, school tours, etc.); is the lead on and attends recruitment events; ensures the look of the building strongly reflects the theme;
• Manages magnet-related communication with parents and the community; uses branding standards, reviews/updates marketing materials and school website throughout the year to highlight the school, theme, and magnet-related events;
• Involves teachers and students in planning and implementing magnet advisory groups;
• Develops annual magnet funding plan to support innovative curriculum resources; assists the principal and bookkeeper with tracking magnet instructional supply money to ensure accountability for supporting and implementing magnet theme essentials; and
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 25 pounds of force. Travel required to locations within Wake County.

EFFECTIVE DATE:4/2024

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.