The department of Curriculum and Instruction is seeking a Curriculum Specialist IV in Math.
Under general supervision, the Curriculum Specialist IV directs and supports the development & implementation of stated discipline curriculum and instruction system wide from grades K3-12.
The salary range is $95,470.83 - $137,754.13 (12 months/260 days).
How To Apply
Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Friday, December 20, 2024.
A current resume must be attached to the completed application. ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming a Master's Degree. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.
If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above.
If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be asked to request three electronic professional references.
Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.
Qualifications
- Hold a current and valid Wisconsin license in Math (license #400)
- Hold a Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Curriculum and Instruction from an accredited college or university
- Hold a Director of Instruction license (5010) or ability to obtain within two years is required:
- NOTE: Applicants that do not currently hold this license or have not completed a certification program awarding this license, may still qualify for the position if they enroll in and complete a certification program awarding the #5010 Director of Instruction within 2 years. Until you complete the certification program, the District will request the license on your behalf upon appointment to the position for a maximum of two years.
- Be a fully licensed educator with a minimum of five (5) years of successful math teaching experience in a K-12 setting and/or school/district leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the work done in the designated department.
- Works with teacher leaders and building administrators to coordinate the implementation of the district approved curriculum and best practice instruction in urban education (e.g. differentiation, culturally relevant instruction, and intervention).
- Works cooperatively to align instruction with other areas including special education, bilingual departments and gifted and talented.
- Researches best practices in instruction by staying current with the findings of professional organizations.
- Participates in state organizations and attends appropriate conventions and workshops.
- Provides appropriate professional development to district instructional leaders to support, classroom instruction and shares curriculum updates.
- Coordinates and delivers professional development opportunities and training in areas associated with designated department.
- Monitors student achievement and assists with district data retreats to evaluate the effectiveness of the district curriculum.
- Makes necessary adjustments in curriculum and instruction to ensure success for all students.
- Develops and manages the district subject portion of the Curriculum and Instruction Department budget to achieve the goals of the department.
- Coordinates the alignment of the curriculum for PK-grade 12.
- Prepares reports to principals, district leadership and board of education regarding district curriculum and instruction as requested.
- Establishes and maintains partnerships with institutions of higher education and community organizations. Serves as a liaison with the best interests of the district in mind.
- Works with other managers/directors to meet curriculum and instruction goals.
- Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee