Under the direction of the Coordinating Supervisor, the Reading/English Language Arts Instructional Supervisor (6-8) is responsible for monitoring department programs and initiatives and executing administrative responsibilities, as required.  The Reading/English Language Arts Instructional Supervisor (6-8) assists the Coordinating Supervisor and the Director of Curriculum and Instruction in developing aligned curriculum documents, providing professional development for staff, and developing a budget based on analysis of needs.  Special assignments are received through conferences, written instructions, and requests from the Director to the Coordinating Supervisor.     

 

Working with the Coordinating Supervisor on all facets of program planning and development and associated budgets (including grants) for the Reading/English Language Arts office, including identification of program priorities in the Master Plan for Reading/English Language Arts 6-8 as it relates to facilitation of major workshops and meetings;

Assisting with the coordination of all facets of curriculum and program evaluation for the 6-8 Reading/English Language Arts program;

Supporting all facets of the 6-8 Reading/English Language Arts program by providing ongoing staff training, and developing programs of study to upgrade the skills and knowledge base on the 6-8 Reading/English Language Arts teaching staff;

Coordinating the review, approval, acquisition, and distribution of appropriate equipment, materials and print and non-print resources to support staff and students for Reading/English Language Arts program planning, development, and implementation, including Special Education and English Language Learners;

Assist with providing ongoing interaction and articulation within and across the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, other departments and divisions, and at the systemic level, emphasizing strategic planning and problem solving related the state standards and Common Core State Standards;

Understanding of the Framework for Teaching (FFT) and the ability to conduct formal and informal observations; and

Other duties as required.

 

 

 

Minimum five (5) years successful instructional experience in Secondary Reading/English Language Arts;

Sound knowledge, skill and understanding related to the major content area assigned;

Demonstrated administrative, public speaking and human relations skills;

Demonstrated expertise in writing (required) and administering grants (preferred);

Knowledge of current research and trends in Reading/English Language Arts;

Demonstrated competence in developing and leading staff development sessions for teachers and/or principals and parents;

Thorough knowledge of state standards, Common Core State Standards, assessments, and alternative assessments, 6-8;

Experience in personnel and program evaluation;

Extensive expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development programs and initiatives; and

Excellent written and oral communication and technology skills.

 

 

 

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in English, with Reading Certification (preferred) or Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with Reading Certification.

 

 

Advanced Professional Certificate; Certification in Secondary English (or Reading/English Language Arts) Education (grades 6-8) and Administrator I certification required; Administrator II certification preferred.

 

Assists in overseeing and providing guidance to the unit staff/teachers.

 

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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