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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fhastingsisd%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D1998&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C5beec6dc44c0432e3a8708dd97dad0eb%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638833688242736571%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tlHUwWRBDnI1ildFDmUeuQvfnTRZGHuqfCis82RWpKw%3D&reserved=0> LITERACY AND CURRICULUM LEAD This position is responsible for the implementation of the MN Read Act in accordance with MN Statutes, curriculum review, evaluation, selection, and implementation; coaches teachers in areas related to curriculum implementation, ensuring curriculum is implemented with fidelity. Also responsible for the development and implementation of intervention and MTSS procedures as well as supporting the Director of Teaching and Learning with supervision of district teachers. COMPENSATION / BENEFITS: * Starting salary: $85,440 per year * This position does qualify for benefits please refer to the 2024-2026 Supervisors Master Agreement. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct Supervision: None Indirect Supervision: MTSS Coordinators &#8211; 2 Positions Literacy Interventionists Teachers &#8211; 5 Positions Intervention Paras &#8211; 6 positions Licensed Teachers Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Percent of Time: 40% * Assists the Director of Teaching and Learning with supervision of staff, providing work direction and providing input into the selection, work assignment, training/development, evaluation, and other personnel related matters. * Provide support to school administrators and MTSS coordinators. * Support data collection and analysis to effectively inform instruction to support student growth and achievement across all Tiers. * Work collectively with peers in reflecting on personal learning and how that learning supports student achievement and growth of students. * Research and collaborate regarding instructional strategies and resources for ongoing professional development, teacher growth, and effective classroom management * Establish a culture of high expectations and professional responsibility. Read Act Percent of Time: 40% * Collaborate with district administration, Regional Literacy Lead, and the Minnesota Service Cooperatives (MSC). * Collaborate with Regional Literacy Network colleagues to ensure support provided across all content areas is aligned to evidence-based Structured Literacy practices. * Collaborate with the Regional Literacy Lead to ensure consistent access, coherence, and alignment for districts/charter schools on all literacy initiatives across the state. * Engage in collaboration that develops, promotes and sustains collegial relationships with the Regional Literacy Network team. * Engage in collaboration to develop and continuously improve site-based literacy coaching support. * Provide district consistent access, coherence and alignment of messaging and support services. * Support synchronous and asynchronous training of district teachers and school leaders. * Collaborate with Regional Literacy Lead in the delivery of in-person, synchronous and asynchronous professional learning content. Provide in-session and follow-up support. * Support the implementation of Structured Literacy, interventions, curriculum delivery, and teacher training and professional development. * Assist with the development of personal learning plans for students unable to demonstrate grade-level proficiency. * Train paraprofessionals and other support staff to support classroom literacy instruction. * Support implementation of evidence-based Structured Literacy practices in PK-12 to improve literacy outcomes for all students with particular attention to those who have been persistently underserved and marginalized. * Support site-based Literacy Coaching and build the capacity of others to provide on-site coaching for district teachers and staff. * Support district efforts to administer required universal and dyslexia screening tools and data submission to MDE. * Ensure district staff are trained on and administer an approved universal screener. * Provide data literacy supports to ensure data analysis informs instruction and interventions. * Support inclusion of summary data in Local Literacy Plan submissions due annually. * Support district implementation of dyslexia screening and identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia. * Provide professional development on Structured Literacy, evidence-based practices, intervention, dyslexia and screening. * Support the development, implementation, evaluation and submission of the annual Local Literacy Plan. * Support in providing parent/family notification for students not reading at or above grade level including the student&#8217;s reading proficiency level, reading-related services, and strategies for families to use at home to support the student. Curriculum Percent of Time: 15% * Evaluate and support current curriculum implementation. * Coordinate & facilitate curriculum & assessment development, review, monitoring, and modification for the designated content areas. * Support the selection process and implementation of evidence-based curriculum and materials through horizontal and vertical alignment to the Minnesota standards. Special Projects Percent of Time: 5% * Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions to maintain knowledge in areas related to position. * Stays abreast of changing laws and requirements related to work. * Performs other job-related duties as requested or assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Knowledge of state and federal laws, and established policies, protocols and procedures, and the ability to interpret and apply, in order ensure compliance with same. * Understanding of curriculum and MN English/language arts standards. * Understanding of how the Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MnMTSS) Framework serves as the overarching infrastructure within which evidence-based literacy practices are operationalized in order to maximize student outcomes * Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing, developing, recommending, implementing, and evaluating instructional programs and services. * Knowledge of continuous improvement model and the ability to apply such standards, utilizing and setting benchmarks in order to improve the quality and efficiencies of work. * Skill to manage staff in a collaborative, team environment, including effective delegation skill and ability to provide clear direction and support to others, in order to meet expectations from various stakeholders. * Demonstrated knowledge of instructional and intervention strategies, concepts, principles, methods, best practices, and trends related to instructional methods. * Highly developed written and verbal communication and interaction skills. * Demonstrated ability to transfer information into easily understood documents. * Understanding of adult learning principles and group facilitation * Ability to work successfully under pressure and handle multiple and changing priorities and requests from a wide variety of sources, with attention to detail and deadlines. * Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills including outstanding conflict resolution, responsiveness and follow through. * Excellent recruitment and selection skills and the ability to clearly characterize District and site expectations. * Knowledge and ability to anticipate the skill profiles and new learning required to provide the expected level of service throughout the District. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Cont&#8217;d) * Ability to create/maintain accurate records and tracking systems. * Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public. * An ability to convene the right individuals and direct the group toward reasonable resolutions of concerns and appropriate responses to special requests. * Ability to affect positive public relations and reinforce such activities on a local, state, and District-wide basis. * Ability to work collaborative with building administrators and district staff on areas of shared responsibility. * Ability to organize and present complex concepts, issues, and ideas to the public, staff, and member districts in an understandable manner; * Skilled in serving as a liaison internally as well as between the district and other districts, and state level organizations. * Demonstrated skill in the use of computers and related software, hardware, and peripheral equipment. * Creative analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to reflect on and continuously improve practices in response to coaching EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS* * Current teaching license; administrative license preferred * Master&#8217;s degree in reading, education, special education, or related field * Completion of one of the MDE approved Professional Development programs (CAREIALL, OL&LA or LETRS for Educators) * Valid Driver&#8217;s License EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS* * Minimum five years&#8217; experience in teaching, including English Language Arts * Data Collection/Analysis experience * Experience in working with diverse groups, leadership teams, addressing inequities and supporting change and transformation in systems * Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating district wide initiatives and professional learning * Systems Level Leadership or comparable experience * Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable. PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS The physical job requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Physical Job Requirements: Key: N=Never O=Occasionally (1-33%) F=Frequently (34-66%) C=Consistently (67-100%) Demands Demands Demands Physical Lifting/Carrying Exposure to Environ. Conditions Standing O Up to 10 pounds C Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens through blood and/or body fluids N Walking O Up to 25 pounds O Sitting O Up to 50 pounds N Talking in person/on the phone F Up to 75 pounds N Toxic chemicals N Pushing/Pulling O Up to 100 pounds N Moving parts N Hearing F More than 100 pounds N Electrical shock risk N Feeling, grasping, finger dexterity O Noise Levels Explosives N Climbing, balancing O Quiet (i.e. private office) O Fumes N Stooping (bend at waist) O Moderate noise (i.e. business office with typewriters/ printers, light traffic) F Extreme cold (non-weather) N Crouching, crawling, kneeling, squatting O Extreme heat (non-weather) N Loud noise (i.e. many children laughing & playing, large earth moving equipment) O Varying weather conditions N Stretching/reaching with hands & arms O Sight Vision for close work/ability to adjust focus F Distinguishing smell N Very loud noise (i.e. jack hammer, front row rock concert) N Distinguishing temperature N Looking at computer monitor F Traveling by automobile O Color vision (identify & distinguish colors) O Peripheral, depth perception O The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. 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