Job Title: Curriculum Coordinator
We are seeking an experienced and visionary professional to join the Life Academy as the Curriculum Coordinator The ideal
candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape of our institution, overseeing curriculum implementation,
designing and curating professional learning opportunities, and leading academic assessment activities.
Professional Development
- Design and lead new staff orientation and ongoing new staff onboarding support
- Design and lead annual back to school professional development and professional development days
- Create ongoing professional development opportunities for educators
- Support teachers' individual professional learning needs
- Stay abreast of current educational trends and research to inform the development of impactful professional
development programs
- Support principals with professional learning communities, professional learning strategy, and embedded
professional development throughout the school year
Curriculum Implementation
- Collaborate with educators and subject matter experts to identify and select curriculum materials that align with
educational standards and the institution's goals
- Establish relationships with educational publishers and vendors to negotiate contracts and secure the best resources
for the institution
- Regularly assess and update curriculum to ensure relevance and effectiveness
- Lead and facilitate academic committees to promote collaboration among faculty members, ensuring a cohesive and
integrated approach to curriculum development and improvement
- Implement required ALSDE activities and compliance documentation (Literacy Act, Numeracy Act, Curriculum
and Instruction requirements from ALSDE)
- Assess effectiveness of curriculum resources and work with academic teams to ensure that resources are effectively
utilized
- Manage site-level procurement of curriculum materials
Assessment, Data Management and Program Evaluation
- Develop and implement a comprehensive academic assessment strategy, including formative and summative
assessments, to measure student learning outcomes
- Analyze assessment data and collaborate with educators to drive data-informed decision-making and continuous
improvement.
- Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of academic initiatives
with institutional goals.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on academic programs, initiatives, and
outcomes
- Support system and school testing administrators
- Manage stakeholder survey program
- Support compliance with awarded grant programs
Leadership and Talent Development
- Coaching school principals for academic strategy and development
- Implementing effective coaching and mentoring programs
- Support ALSDE New Teacher Mentor Coordinator
- Developing effective performance management systems in conjunction with network leadership team
- Creating clear expectations for teacher observation cycles and documentation
- Manage teacher feedback documentation (ATOT/ELEOT)
- Oversee all aspects of the recruitment process including attending job recruitment fairs and creating a talent calendar
and goals to track progress
- Plan and conduct new employee orientation and training programs
- Manage the performance review process and assist with employee development plans
- Foster a positive work environment that supports the school's culture and mission
- Utilize data to track employee experience and satisfaction.
- Create a staff culture plan for school sites aligned to data trends
- Create a staff and leadership development pipeline to support Life Academy’s staff members in career development
and advancement
Leadership Support
- Coordinate with instructional staff and Principals to develop school calendars and schedules annually
- Support Principals in the coordination of special events such as: school visits, Professional Development days, Open
Houses, Meet the Teacher events
- Support Principals in operations of after school care and summer learning programs (including registration,
scheduling, and staffing)
Qualifications:
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Education or a related field.
- Proven experience in curriculum development, academic leadership, and professional development.
- Minimum 3 years of school leadership experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team of educators.
- Demonstrated progress of academic results