Curriculum Leader - Science Department

Application review begins May 6, 2024


POSITION INFORMATION:
 

Supervisor:	Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Employment Period:	12 months
Employment Status:	Full-time
Start Date:	July 2024
Salary:	Commensurate with experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Administers the science program in accordance with Regulations and Virginia’s Standards of Accreditation
• Coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of curricular materials K-12 and as well as Dual Enrollment and AP courses to include quarterly critical skills assessments for select grade levels/courses
• Analyzes science assessment data and uses information to determine the effectiveness of instructional methods and programs and drive recommended revisions and improvements
• Maintains an in-depth understanding of the Understanding by Design curriculum development process and ensures all written curriculum is developed using this framework
• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the Virginia Standards of Learning to include the standards, curriculum frameworks, test blueprints, and all other relevant resources
• Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates professional development opportunities for staff and teachers
• Visits schools and conducts walkthroughs on a regular basis to ensure consistency of the instructional program from classroom to classroom and school to school
• Assists teachers by modeling lessons or coaching on an as needed basis
• Supports school data teams and collaborates regarding instructional decisions based on the data
• Assists in preparation, implementation, and assessment of technical assistance plans
• Supervises and evaluates teacher specialists, coaches, and clerical staff
• Attends and leads professional development activities to include workshops and conferences to expand professional skills
• Oversees departmental budget
• Coordinates and facilitates textbook adoption committees
• Ensures classrooms and science labs meet and exceed state and OSHA regulations 
• Prepares and maintains textbooks and other resources including lab inventories
• Coordinates meetings with specialists, instructional leaders, teachers, coaches and administrators and disseminates information regarding current developments in the field
• Coordinates division-wide science educational activities and events
• Serves as the central office contact and liaison with parents and the community regarding the division’s science instructional program
• Serves as division representative on a variety of committees at the state level 
• Prepares division reports as required
• Prepares and presents to the School Board upon request
• Works in a collaborative manner with members of the HCS Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Team
• Writes and implements state and federal grants that will further the development of HCS students, teachers and administrators
• Partners with the state and non-profit organizations to expand curriculum offerings for teachers and students 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

• Virginia Postgraduate Graduate Professional License with an endorsement that permits a candidate to teach science at one or more levels is required. The Administration and Supervision K-12 endorsement is required at the time of hire or within one calendar year
• Applicant must demonstrate the personal characteristics and leadership qualities necessary to work effectively with administrators, teachers, parents and students
• Demonstrated success in improving student achievement

 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
 
You may apply anytime before midnight on the closing date.  The following information is required to be considered for the position:
 

• Resume
• Minimum of three returned reference forms (required at time of interview)

Only complete applications will be considered.