Magnet Coordinator & Instructional Facilitator

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

COORDINATOR

WORKING TITLE

Magnet Program Coordinator

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement

LOCATION

School Site

PAY GRADE

Classroom Teacher (Not Eligible for National Board pay)

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Serves as an advocate of integrating the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Magnet Objectives in the assigned school and within the district. Supports thematic implementation/enhancement/sustainment of the schools particular magnet program. Markets the school and WCPSS Magnet Programs to potential magnet families and other interested community members and stakeholders to inform the community and increase the schools number of applications from target-market families. Supports teachers at the magnet school with all aspects of theme-related curriculum implementation; works collaboratively with the Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT) Professional Learning Teams (PLTs) teachers within the school and with staff in the Office of Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement to increase theme-specific curriculum implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of K-12 curricular standards adopted by the State of North Carolina;
• Considerable knowledge and willingness to use social media tools to market the school/program;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google apps;
• Ability to use multiple resources for problem solving;
• Ability to design plan and deliver professional development using effective presentation skills for adult learners;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information collaborative efforts and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff students parents and other stakeholders.

EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
• Five years of K-12 teaching experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educators K-6 or 6-12 license based on the level of the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a magnet school.
• Experience writing adapting or enhancing existing curricula or creating new curricula.
• Experience planning and delivering professional training to adult learners.
• Masters degree in Education Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Leadership.
• Background experience or courses in marketing or design.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serves as a liaison between the Office of Magnet And Curriculum Enhancement Programs and the schools leadership team; advocates for the schools magnet them in the School Improvement Plan and attends and shares information from Magnet Coordinator Meetings with school administration and leadership;
2. Evaluates theme-specific training needs and collaborates to design an annual professional learning plan; delivers targeted sessions on theme-related curricula Magnet Objective integration growth mindset magnet theme essentials etc. for both existing and new school staff;
3. Communicates Magnet Objectives to staff and stakeholders and tracks school integration progress;
4. Supervises/leads review/analysis of magnet-related curricula; connects community partners and staff in theme-based experiences that promote the magnet program and contribute to authentic learning experiences;
5. Collaborates with the Magnet Office and coaches staff on creation of theme-based instructional frameworks for diverse learners promoting inclusivity and equitable access to magnet programming; manages all theme-related materials and curricula;
6. Collaborates with the Principal on aspects of the master schedule that relate to magnet curriculum and theme; communicates with counselors and data managers about thematic elements as related to scheduling and courses;
7. Collaborates with the Magnet Office and school staff to develop an annual marketing and recruitment plan that includes a variety of events (i.e. Magnet Fair evening sessions open house events school tours etc.); is the lead on and attends recruitment events; ensures the look of the building strongly reflects the theme;
8. Manages magnet-related communication with parents and the community; uses branding standards reviews/updates marketing materials and school website throughout the year to highlight the school theme and magnet-related events;
9. Involves teachers and students in planning and implementing magnet advisory groups;
10. Develops annual magnet funding plan to support innovative curriculum resources; assists the principal and bookkeeper with tracking magnet instructional supply money to ensure accountability for supporting and implementing magnet theme essentials; and
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers scanners and copiers. The position at times must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff students parents and other stakeholders. Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 25 pounds of force. Travel required to locations within Wake County.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/2024

DISCLAIMER: 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.