Under the direction of the Title I Coordinating Supervisor, the Instructional Specialist is responsible for monitoring Title I instructional programs and initiatives to enhance program effectiveness and to ensure compliance with federal, state and local guidelines. This position is responsible for monitoring, facilitating, and promoting all facets of the system's designated Title I Program. The Instructional Specialist collaborates with the supervisor, other specialists, and area office staff regarding the Title I school improvement grant, school wide programs, targeted assistance programs, Title I nonpublic programs, and parent/community outreach to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines consistent with EveryStudent Succeeds Act (ESSA) guidelines in order to promote student achievement.  

 

 Observes and monitors Title I instructional programs in school wide and targeted assistance schools to enhance program effectiveness and ensure compliance with federal, state and local guidelines;

Monitorsprograms anddevelopsevaluationtoolstoenhance programeffectiveness;

Provides support for school system initiatives as outlined in the Bridge to Excellence Master Plan;

Assistswiththecollection,analysisandinterpretationofdatatodriveinstruction;

PlansandorganizestheimplementationofTitleIprogramsinparticipatingschools with guidance from the director and supervisors;

Assists with theinterpretation of student data,theevaluationof programactivities, and serves as a resource for instructional program modifications;

Providesanoverviewtoprincipalsandschoolteamsinthebudgetdevelopmentprocess andexpendituresof allocatedfundstoensure compliancewithfederal, state,andlocal guidelines with the primary objectives of increasing student achievement;

Informs principals, school staffs, area office and other central office staffs of Title I legislation;

Provides guidance to area and central office personnel regarding the status and implementation of Title I instructional programs and initiatives including regulatory, programmatic, and fiscal requirements;

Providesguidance andmonitoringofsupplementaryTitleIprograms andinitiatives;

Provides technical assistance to schools in the development of Title I Plans to ensure that all components of the Title I program are evidenced throughout the schools instructional plan and that the plans meet Title I regulatory and state requirements;

Assists with the preparation and submission of reports for Title I as required by the Bridge to Excellence Master Plan;

Mayobserve andevaluateteachers inaTitleI school;

Works collaboratively with the Title I staff, area and central office personnel and other departments to develop instructional programs, interventions, and appropriate professional development to support students and teachers in Title I schools;

Actively seeks the involvement of parents in the work of Title I schools and school improvement,andprovides appropriateguidance,oversight,andmonitoringofservices to all students and families in Title I schools.

 

Five(5)yearsofsuccessfulteaching experience;

Keeps abreast of latest research, best practices, developments and techniques in the delivery of instruction for improving student achievement and narrowing performance gaps;

Knowledgeofinstructionaltechniques,management skillsandstrategiesformodifying curriculum to provide differentiated instructional support for all students;

Knowledge of the Elementary Secondary Education Act as it applies to the Title I programs;

ThoroughknowledgeofPrinceGeorge’s CountyPublicSchools(PGCPS)organization and K-12 curriculum, program of studies, policies, and federal and state testing practices related to instruction and the Maryland College and Career-Ready State Standards;

Considerable knowledge of system-wide school improvement planning and data analysis;

Experience in determining program evaluation criteria and implementing ongoing program evaluation;

Experienceofworking withcross-functionalteamsanddiverse populations;

Demonstrated leadership and administrative competency and experience of leading teams;

Ability to analyze student performance and participation data to assist with completing a comprehensive needs assessment and identify root causes;

Effective planning and organization skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;

Effectivecommunication(oralandwritten)aswellashumanrelationsskills;

Experienceworking withstate,county and/orfederalagencies;and

Experienceworking withcomputersandothertechnology.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Master's degree from an accredited institution in education, educational policy, administration or a related field.

 

Advanced Professional Certificate; Administration I Certificate required.



No direct supervisory responsibilities.



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.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




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