Job Title: Coordinator of K-12 Science                                  Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Executive Director of K-12 Science                     Pay Grade 4: Administrative Education                                                                                                                  

Dept./School:  K-12 Science                                                Initiated Date:  April 2024   

District Primary Purpose:
To lead and elevate La Joya ISD by championing a rigorous and innovative K-12 Science curriculum and instructional program, thereby enhancing student success and achievement at all levels.

Department Primary Purpose:
To ensure the LJISD priority of teaching and learning excellence in K-12 Science classrooms. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the K-12 Coordinator position leads the implementation of instructional support, curriculum, assessment, and professional learning in the area of K-12 Science. It coordinates and delivers ongoing support to campuses and ensures the K-12 implemented instructional approach and instructional materials reflect research, evidence-based practices, and align with students needs vertically.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in the content area or directly related field;
• Master’s degree in the content area, curriculum and instruction, or directly related field preferred;
• Valid Texas Teaching Certification;
• Bilingual or ESL certification preferred;
• Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred.

Qualification Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-years successful experience teaching K-12 Science including campus-level leadership experience working to improve science student outcomes; district-level experience implementing evidence-based practices and instructional materials to improve student outcomes preferred.
• Experience with supporting in program design, development, implementation, and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience with designing and delivering professional learning for adult learners (teachers, administrators, central office staff).
• Experience facilitating Professional Learning Communities and providing direct support to teachers as an instructional coach, lead teacher, or similar role.
• Experience preparing high quality, vertically aligned curriculum documents.
• Knowledge of disciplinary literacy, the use of evidenced-based practices and instructional materials K-12 Science.
• Knowledge of program, curricular, and assessment requirements in Texas public schools K-12, including Emergent Bilingual students.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student levels.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices for Emergent Bilingual students.
• Ability to aggregate and analyze student outcome data, gain insights, and communicate those insights to teachers.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects, work and training related to the implementation of the District’s K-12 Science instructional program.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while giving great attention to detail.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills to work effectively with educators, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing with people at all levels within and outside the organization.
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusivity, and diversity in education.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provides instructional leadership for K-12 Science for assigned campuses and supports the implementation of evidence-based practices, instructional materials, and District initiatives.
• Designs, develops, and maintains district-level K-12 Science curriculum and assessments for grade levels and courses.
• Provides leadership in the identification, evaluation, adoption, and integration of effective educational resources into the curriculum.

• Support comprehensive program evaluations, using data to drive improvements in K-12 Science student outcomes.
• Builds capacity of campus administrators, lead teachers, and classroom teachers across the District in the area of K-12 Science.

• Contributes to the development of the K-12 Science district-wide professional learning plan based on data trends and District initiatives.
• Designs, delivers, and supports presentations for professional learning offerings as determined by instructional needs.
• Collaborates with teachers on planning, preparing, and internalizing standards-aligned lessons.
• Support teachers with instructional needs specific to K-12 Science through observation/feedback, modeling, co-teaching, coaching, and professional learning.
• Support collaboration with District staff to ensure that all K-12 Science programs and supports are executed at the highest level and cross-functionally.
• Support collaboration with District departments to coordinate and implement programs that support the special needs of all student populations in K-12 Science.
• Ensures accurate and timely records to document campus support.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset in working with and building strong relationships with teachers.
• Attends department meetings, trainings, and professional learning as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not directly evaluate or supervise staff.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:
Typical demands of an office environment, including extensive computer use and district-wide travel for meetings and events.

Work Environment:
Primarily office-based with regular interaction with district staff, educators, students, families, and community members. Attendance at evening or weekend events may be required.

Position Working Days:
226 Days