ELA/Social Studies District Department Head- Elementary

Position:  ELA/SS DDH-Elementary
Department/Campus: District

Reports to: Director of Academics

Work Hours / Days: Normal School hours / 210 days

JOB GOAL:

To support assigned teachers in the implementation of research-based strategies and curricula by demonstrating and supporting exemplary instructional practices.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution


• A minimum of five years of experience in Elementary teaching 


• Dove Experience (Preferred)


• Master`s Degree(Preferred)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and supports the mission, vision, and values of Dove Schools.


• Works with teachers individually, in collaborative teams, and/or departments, providing practical support across a full range of curriculum implementation.


• Assists in providing professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff in the district for assigned subject areas, with follow-up to ensure skills are implemented in the classroom.


• Provides ongoing support to teachers in implementing best practices that support key teaching concepts and curriculum materials, including campus visits, classroom observations, and reflective practice conferences.


• Creates weekly lesson plans aligned with state standards for assigned subjects.


• Assists teachers in reviewing student assessment questions and data, providing curriculum materials, appropriate interventions, modifications, and scaffolded instruction for students. Guides teachers as needed in organizing curriculum for instruction.


• Helps select appropriate curriculum materials for the classroom and ensures teachers have the necessary materials for quality instruction.


• Oversees and contributes to writing and developing curriculum to ensure alignment with district standards and goals.


• Leads curriculum meetings at the District Office.


• Leads and supports district Science of ELA initiatives, playing a key role in program development, training, and implementation to enhance literacy instruction across campuses.


• Works with campus, district, and district office administrators to develop and implement action plans based on student data, supporting implementation.


• Assists campuses in implementing RTI (Response to Intervention).


• Assists in providing professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff in Math, Science, special programs, assessment, differentiation, RTI, etc., with follow-up to ensure skills are implemented in the classroom.


• Assists in managing all state and federal grant requirements, including TIF, EIR, etc.


• Participates in and provides feedback during the textbook selection process.


• Provides support to campuses on the effective use of instructional software, including IXL, Raz Kids, and Amira, and also trains staff on how to use these tools effectively.


• Develops math curriculum documents and lesson guides for pre-K and K-5 ELA/SS courses


• Supports test administration and data analysis for norm-referenced tests such as NWEA MAP.


• Assists campuses in monitoring instructional and curriculum support programs and processes, including interventions, tutorials, parent communication, and grade promotion committees.


• Supports campuses in following the Strong Readers Act guidelines and provides follow-up.


• Helps implement school programs and tasks such as instructional framework, interventions, tutorials, ESL, GT, STEM,
  teacher evaluation, mentoring, blended learning, academic competitions, scheduling, college preparation, student
  advising, project-based learning, social emotional learning, strategic planning, surveys, reports, leadership development, accreditation consulting, school culture and discipline, handbooks, manuals, marketing materials, and parental involvement


• Provides support to campus administrators and communicates and collaborates with them periodically to ensure alignment with district expectations and to address campus needs effectively.


• Works with district teacher leads to assist them in developing district-level, grade-level PLC agendas and meetings, and provides periodic support to ensure effective collaboration and implementation.


• Closely works with campus leaders to increase awareness and foster a love of Math/Science, STEM-related activities.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

-Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external
to the district.
 -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
-Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software,
calculator, copy machine and telephone.
-Ability to analyze data and generate reports.
-Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.


• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.


• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.


• Excessive travel is required