POSITION:  Exceptional Children Curriculum Specialist K-12

LOCATION:  Exceptional Children Programs Department 

SALARY:  Teacher Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  11 Months     

SUMMARY:  The EC Curriculum Specialist works closely with the exceptional children’s director, principals, EC teachers and other school based staff to improve the academic achievement of our students in the Exceptional Children’s Program by providing support including professional development, modeling and observing classroom instruction, and providing feedback to teachers. The position requires the candidate to have demonstrated excellence as a classroom teacher in an EC classroom setting. In addition, the EC Curriculum Specialist will have a strong knowledge and application of  exemplary skills in developing, implementing and assessing instructional strategies to improve overall achievement.  The candidate will possess a working knowledge of data based problem solving and progress monitoring. The EC Curriculum Specialist shall use instructional research and strategies as they coach teachers in successful implementation of the curriculum. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Bachelor's degree required with advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience in a classroom with students in the special education classroom.
• Ability to model lessons, develop and/or facilitate engaging, effective professional development.
• Knowledgeable of content curriculum and best practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of progress monitoring data collection, analysis and application. 
• Knowledgeable of effective staff development models for adult learners that lead to increased student achievement.
• Ability to demonstrate human relations and human development skills alongside the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership ability.
• Ability to utilize technical skills with technology and presentation tools.
• Ability to analyze statistical data, complete and maintain accurate records and develop meaningful reports from that information.
• Ability to plan and evaluate strategies for improving instruction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Program Support and Professional Development

• Ensure teachers and administrators are familiar with any changes to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/ Extended Content Standards.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, CIA staff, department chairs, and school administrators in the development and delivery of instructional programs.
• Maintain a current understanding of the theory and practice of research-based best instructional practices.
• Model lessons and demonstrate teaching strategies in classrooms for the purpose of teacher observations and improved instructional delivery.
• Visit classrooms regularly and provide teacher feedback and coaching to improve instruction as well as to address implementation issues.
• Collaborate with other central service departments, and school based staff as needed to support and address learning needs of students in the Exceptional Children’s Program.
• Support school-based professional development.
• Participate in regular professional development to improve knowledge and skills.
• Disseminate information regarding educational research and significant development on the state and national level in the assigned content area.
• Coordinate and manage storage and distribution of EC Instructional supports and curriculum. 
• Perform other related work as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community members.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community members, and others.
• Experience with the following Instructional Supports seen as a strength: S.P.I.R.E, Number Worlds, TransMath, Styer-Fitzgerald, Unique Learning System

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.