POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Science Instructional Supervisor, the Instructional Science Specialist is responsible for assisting in the monitoring of department programs and initiatives and executing administrative responsibilities as required. The Instructional Science Specialist assists the Science Instructional Supervisor (PreK-12) in developing an aligned curriculum document in grades PreK-12 and providing professional development for teachers. The Instructional Science Specialist coordinates all facets of curriculum and program evaluation for the all grades.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Assists in the development and implementation in the areas of elementary, middle and high school science curriculum, instruction, and classroom management of science materials;
Coordinates both short and long-range planning for the improvement of the science program;
Assists in the coordination, development and implementation of a professional development program for teachers of science, including the designing and teaching of state approved workshops, summer institutes, after school programs, and science leadership conferences;
Evaluates and monitors the preparation of curriculum documents, correlation of instructional materials documents, and units of study;
Assists in the acquisition, distribution and monitoring of instructional resources correlated to the science curriculum frameworks (e.g., texts, software, computers, audiotapes, etc.);
Provides district and school-level workshops on curricular issues, teaching strategies, and behavior management in collaboration with the Department of Human Capital and Management;
Assists in leading PreK-12 teacher leaders and other science coaches in assisting teachers directly with aligning classroom strategies to the Maryland State Curriculum;
Assists in the management of budgets and purchase orders;
Plans and implements special events in science including the Regional Science Fair and Kids for Science;
Supports and implements systemic STEM initiatives;
Assists in monitoring the implementation of the science program district wide;
May observe and evaluate science teachers;
Identifies items for Formative Assessments in MSA Grade 5 and 8 and HSA Biology; and
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum five (5) years of science teaching experience required, middle and/or high school;
Knowledge of current trends in science education, including constructivist pedagogy, performance-based assessment, laboratory safety, and designing of science facilities;
Demonstrated competence in developing and leading staff development sessions for teachers, principals, and parents;
Knowledge of state standards and alternative modes of assessment;
Experience in writing curriculum framework guides for science or an integrated curriculum desired;
Knowledge of Common Core and how it supports all content areas;
Thorough knowledge of science pedagogy and science current best practices required;
Ability to analyze student performance and participation data;
Knowledge of state standards, benchmarks and alternative assessment, PreK-12;
Extensive expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development programs and initiatives;
Understanding and expertise in implementing accommodations and modifications;
Effective planning and organization skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
Experience working with computers and other technology; and
Demonstrated skill in effective human relations and in oral and written communications.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors
of Science in any science content or Science Teacher Education Degree; and Master’s
Degree required in Curriculum and Instruction and or Science Education.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Professional Certificate; Administration I Certificate
required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.