Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator

CARSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 
Job Description

 
Job Title: TOSA - Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator (ELA Emphasis)
Department: Educational Services
Reports To: Director of Equity in Curriculum and Instruction
FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried position assigned to the licensed salary schedule)
Prepared By: Associate Superintendent of Educational Services
Prepared Date: March 26, 2023
 
General Job Description:  
Under the general direction of the Director of Equity in Curriculum and Instruction, the curriculum and assessment coordinator works collaboratively with a high-performing team and serves as a CCSD curriculum expert supporting the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS), research-based instructional strategies, and best-practice assessment design. In order to meet the expectations associated with the position, the coordinator must provide professional support to individual classroom teachers and site leaders through coaching and targeted professional development. In addition, the curriculum and assessment coordinator will facilitate the development of a guaranteed and viable curriculum, instruction, and assessment aligned with CCSD mission and goals.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.):

• Facilitate adoption of new curriculum materials when appropriate.
• Support teachers in the integration of materials to best meet the needs of the students.
• Manage curriculum and assessment documents in a shared electronic location and support teacher access to, understanding of, and implementation of established curriculum.
• Observe classrooms, gather data, and effectively coach around the attributes of effective instruction.
• Using best practices, facilitate professional learning on topics related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Follow district guidelines in implementing curriculum and assessment projects to include working with administrators, department chairs, teachers, and paraprofessionals.
• Collaborate with Educational Services coordinator team to support district mission and goals as they pertain to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Facilitate a variety of professional learning opportunities designed to increase the knowledge of the NVACS and research-based instructional and assessment practices.
• Support teachers in their learning and application of new knowledge and instructional practices in relation to NVACS and the content areas.
• Understand and facilitate community of practice (CoP) work; observe, gather data, and coach individuals and teacher teams on CoP processes.
• Facilitate professional learning and coach educators on best practices designed to meet the needs of special populations including IEP, EL, and GATE subgroups.
• Support the integration of curriculum, instructional practices, and assessment with the MTSS model.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 
A combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position: A combination of education and experience in a relevant field and a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Experience in the field of education preferred. 
 
Licenses or Certificates Required: 
Possession of a valid Nevada Teaching License, Computer Science, Fine Arts, or Music endorsement preferred, TESL endorsement preferred, a valid drivers’ license issued by the state of residence, and an original Social Security Card. When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the position requirements as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.
Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinate curriculum development and revision.
• Provide professional learning on NVACS and best practices with curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Support development of assessments.
• Support community of practice processes, such as analyzing student performance data.
• When appropriate, serve as a representative of the School District on various committees and boards in the State and local community.

 
Competencies:                   
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well at group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer and staff situations; Responds promptly to customer/staff needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written and statistical information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Dependability - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to increasing the ending fund balance; Conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity; Upholds organizational ethics and values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports and respects diversity.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market conditions and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Dresses in formal business attire; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time; Is consistently present at School Board meetings.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

 
Language Skills:  
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. 
 
Mathematical Skills:           
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. 
 
Reasoning Ability:                    
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 
 
Computer Skills:                    
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Accounting software; Contact Management systems; Database software; Development software; Human Resource systems; Internet software; Inventory software; Order processing systems; Payroll systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. 
 
Other Skills and Abilities:                  
Ability and familiarity in working with other school districts, city, state, and federal agencies. 
 
Other Qualifications:                   
Knowledge of the organizational structure of Nevada school districts and applicable sections of the Nevada revised and federal statutes. 
 
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: 
Strength: Exert force up to 25 lbs., occasionally, 10-15 lbs., constantly or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Frequent reaching, handling, repetitive fine motor activities, talking and hearing. Vision: Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work in typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Vision to read printed materials, computer/device screens or other monitoring devices. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone and related technology. Must report to work on campus\assigned site.

 
Environmental Conditions: Climate controlled school setting with temperatures ranging from mild to moderate cold/heat. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud and occasional to frequent time periods. Hazards: Furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and office equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment). 
 
When applying for a position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement. 
 
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703, (775) 283-2130. 

 

Posting ID#  109584

DATE:  September 3, 2024

POSITION:  TOSA - Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator (ELA Emphasis)

LOCATION:  Professional Development Center

LICENSE:  Valid Nevada Teaching Endorsement, ELAD preferred

OPEN TO:  Employees of Carson City School District and external licensed applicants.               

APPLICATION PERIOD:  Open until filled.

NOTE:  This position begins the 2024-2025 school year. This position is strictly contingent on sufficient Grant funds.

Per Article 15.9 of the Comprehensive Agreement between the Carson City School District and the Ormsby County Education Association "Teachers seeking appointment to a special assignment position will not be guaranteed return to their former position should their assignment last more than one school year."

APPLICATION:  Complete the online application by clicking "Apply for this Position." The application could include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of transcripts (originals required if recommended for hire),
• Current Nevada teaching license,
• Last three (3) evaluations (if no evaluations or incomplete: submit documentation on why no or partial evaluations)

SALARY & BENEFITS:  Salary placement based on education and verified contracted teaching experience accepted.  Salary Range: $53,283.00 to $81,805.00.  Employer-paid retirement, health and life insurance, sick leave benefits and personal leave. 

Must possess a Nevada license endorsed for the specific subject(s) and to perform other educational functions at the level and in the field for which he/she is to be employed, issued in accordance with law and in full force at the time the services are rendered.  (NRS 391.170). All applicants must meet all highly qualified requirements. Bilingual preferred.

Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen test.

This is a replacement position.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:   The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process.  If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling (775) 283-2130.