Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator (Grades 6-12) (.2 Teaching/.8 Administration)Reports To: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
Job Summary: The Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator provides leadership and expertise in the development implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive and engaging social studies curriculum for students in grades 6-12. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment with state and national standards promoting effective instructional practices fostering a collaborative professional learning community among social studies educators and utilizing data to drive continuous improvement in student learning outcomes. The coordinator will champion critical thinking historical literacy civic engagement and global awareness within the social studies program.
Key Responsibilities:- Responsible for teaching one (1) section of Social Studies at high school level
- Lead the ongoing review revision and development of the social studies curriculum (grades 6-12) to ensure alignment with state frameworks (e.g. Common Core state-specific social studies standards) national standards (e.g. C3 Framework) and district goals.
- Work collaboratively with social studies teachers to design coherent units of study pacing guides and lesson plans that are rigorous culturally responsive and differentiated to meet the needs of all learners.
- Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum across grade levels and courses.
- Provide ongoing professional development and coaching to social studies teachers (grades 6-12) on best practices in social studies instruction including inquiry-based learning primary source analysis historical argumentation civic discourse and effective use of technology.
- Observe instruction and provide constructive feedback to teachers to enhance their pedagogical skills and content knowledge.
- Research evaluate and recommend high-quality instructional materials textbooks digital resources and supplemental resources that support the social studies curriculum.
- Facilitate collaborative planning sessions and professional learning communities (PLCs) among social studies teachers.
- Stay current with research and trends in social studies education and disseminate relevant information to staff.
- Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement a variety of formative and summative assessments that accurately measure student understanding of social studies concepts and skills.
- Analyze assessment data to identify student learning strengths and areas for improvement and use this data to inform curriculum adjustments and instructional strategies.
- Manage the social studies departmental budget for curriculum resources professional development and instructional supplies.
- Collaborate with other curriculum coordinators to ensure interdisciplinary connections and a cohesive educational experience for students.
- Communicate regularly with administrators teachers parents and community stakeholders regarding social studies program initiatives and student progress.
- May assist in the recruitment interviewing and mentoring of new social studies teachers.
Education: Masters degree in Social Studies Education Curriculum & Instruction Educational Leadership or a related field required.
Certification: Valid DESE teaching license/certification in Social Studies (grades 6-12) required; Director/Supervisor license preferred
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience in social studies at the middle and/or high school level; Demonstrated experience in curriculum development instructional coaching or leadership roles preferred.
Required Experience:
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