Position Function/Purpose

The K-5 RLA Coordinator provides direction and leadership for the overall administration and coordination of the K-5 RLA curriculum program and ensures the effective implementation of various curriculum resources. The coordinator develops, implements, supports, and monitors the K-5 RLA program and provides leadership for district-wide literacy initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ensure that K-5 RLA programs and practices align with district policies, state regulations, and educational standards.
2. Disaggregate, analyze, and report on various sources of formative and summative assessment data. 
3. Facilitate PLCs for K-5 RLA teachers to encourage collaboration, share best practices, and address common challenges.
4. Provide on-going professional learning opportunities and support to teachers and leaders on curriculum resources, research, and best practices.
5. Coordinate the selection and procurement of instructional materials, resources, and technology to support K-5 RLA instruction.
6. Design rigorous, aligned K-5 RLA district benchmark assessments and supports test administration. 
7. Review and evaluate state and district assessments, and recommend appropriate modifications to the RLA program.
8. Support and oversee work related to the Reading Academy, Spelling Bee, A Plus Academics, and elementary libraries.
9. Offer guidance and support to K-5 RLA teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies and differentiation techniques.
10. Work in conjunction with the Teaching and Learning Department, including Special Services and the Bilingual/ ESL department, and the School Leadership Department to ensure program success.
11. Foster collaboration among K-5 RLA teachers, other content coordinators, and administrators to create a cohesive learning environment.
12. Explore and recommend innovative ways to integrate technology into K-5 RLA instruction, fostering digital literacy skills and engaging learning experiences.
13. Maintain knowledge related to allowable state assessment accommodation decisions that can be made for students with an RTI plan, and collaborate to provide guidance on the development of RTI plans
14. Tailor professional learning sessions to address the diverse needs and experience levels of K-5 RLA teachers, ensuring that content is differentiated to meet varied learning styles and instructional preferences.
15. Assist in organizing and planning all summer learning programs and offered by the district. 
16. Attend relevant school, district, and professional meetings.
17. Establish and maintain partnerships with local community organizations, libraries, and literacy advocates to enhance resources and support for K-5 RLA programs.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

·         Creative and collaborative problem-solving skills

·         Ability to create reports and present information both in writing and verbally to audience

·         Ability to meet established deadlines and work under periods of high stress

·         Strong interpersonal, communication, and public relations skills

·         Strong organizational skills and detailed fact-finding abilities

·         Ability to work independently to meet departmental goals

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance.  Regularly required to lift or exert a force of up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  Outside of regular hours is sometimes required. Regular attendance is required.

Equipment used

telephone

computer and printer

calculator

copy machine

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.  Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and on weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities.  Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.

Revision Date:

02/23/2024

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