Coordinator of Teaching and Learning

Coordinator of Teaching and LearningJ.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. The District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. Position: Coordinator of Teaching and Learning Salary Schedule/Base Annual Rate (Subject to Change): Administrative Salary Schedule $92,090.00. Additional credit for related years of service and education. Work Calendar: 12 months, 261 days Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week FLSA Status: Exempt Benefits: Eligible for benefits the first day of employment Reports to: Director of Curriculum & Instruction Why Work for Us You will make a difference in children's lives, our future leaders. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/prescriptions (we have no cost employee medical options), dental, vision, health savings account match, District paid basic life and accidental death and disability, and other voluntary benefits Arizona State Retirement System benefits. About the Role The goal of the Coordinator of Teaching and Learning is to support the mission, vision, and goals of J.O. Combs Unified School District, curriculum and instruction, facilitating the Combs Induction Program and oversees the professional development plan which assists teachers in improving classroom instruction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Plans and manages Combs Induction Program/Orientation. Develop and facilitate district mentorship programs. Collaborates with the Human Resources department on the development and execution of "grow your own programs". Serves as the representative for the Teaching and Learning department at recruitment fairs. Partners with the Coordinator of Assessment and Accountability to facilitate data meetings at each school site to align desired outcomes and instructional practices. Co-plans and facilitate professional development sessions to support learning for all district employees, including district-wide professional development days. Facilitates and guides the instructional coach team meetings to ensure professional development is focused and aligned to individual campus needs. Conducts formative classroom observations of teachers and provides formative feedback. Communicates with faculty regarding relevant information regarding best practices to improve the quality of teaching and instruction (PD newsletter, sharing additional PD opportunities). Attends professional development workshops in job-related areas. Seeks community resources to assist with special projects. Assist with the annual review of District curriculum and ensure compliance with state standards. Attend Governing Board meetings. Perform related duties as assigned. What You Need Arizona Teaching Certificate Arizona Supervisors Endorsement, preferred Arizona State Reading Endorsement, preferred Minimum of three (3) years of satisfactory teaching experience Knowledge of Arizona State Standards Knowledge of current academic research Skill in instructional processes that facilitate integration of curriculum In-depth knowledge of reading/writing/listening/speaking skills instructional strategies Technology literacy Excellent time management skills Must have or be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, through Arizona Department of Public Safety Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to move about the campuses and to drive to the schools and departments in the district. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. How to Apply Apply Online Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider employment history, related experience, and education for the position in which you applied. If you are selected for the position, you may receive additional credit for years of related experience and education towards your salary. Related experience and education not submitted at the time of a job offer will not be considered in the future for this position. Please ensure your application is fully completed and each work history record includes the information below: Employer's name and address Job Title Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Start and end dates (month and year) Full-time or part-time status (Full-time status is 30 or more hours per week and part-time status is less than 30 hours per week. Substitute positions receive part-time credit.) Additional Information: Please attach a copy of your transcripts or diploma's Please attach a copy of your IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, if you already have it Please attach other required documents specific for this position Notice of Non-Discrimination: J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.