Coordinator, Social Studies, Gifted, and Advanced Placement Position Available In Fayette, Georgia

Tallo's Job Summary: The Coordinator, Social Studies, Gifted, and Advanced Placement position at Fayette County Public Schools involves coordinating, developing, implementing, and monitoring programs within the school district. Responsibilities include overseeing social sciences, gifted, and advanced placement programs, providing professional learning activities, facilitating textbook adoption, and staying informed on the latest research and instructional practices. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, five years of teaching experience, leadership experience, and proficiency in administrative computer applications. The position also involves physical demands associated with a typical office setting. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and experience developing curricula.

Company:
Fayette County Public Schools
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Coordinator, Social Studies, Gifted and Advanced Placement Position Description The Fayette County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION

Office of Student Achievement

REPORTS TO
Assistant Superintendent of Student Achievement SALARY:
A007 FLSA STATUS

Exempt

WORK CALENDAR

240 Days

APPROVED

(Board): December 2003

REVISED:

December 2024; July 2023; September 2022; October 2021; May 2021; February 2018

SUMMARY:

Coordinates, develops, implements, and monitors programs, policies, and procedures relative to the administration of social sciences, and the gifted and advanced placement programs in the school district

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance 2.Work cooperatively with and under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent to establish guidelines, procedures and priorities for assigned instructional programs 3.Implement and coordinate the K-12 Social Studies, Gifted and Advanced Placement programs; Governor’s Honors Program; and student applications for state scholarships 4.Develop and coordinate appropriate professional learning activities for school district employees, including but not limited to effective instructional strategies for implementation with students; provide other assistance to teachers to enhance instructional programming 5.Provide demonstration teaching and instructional coaching to support social studies, gifted and advanced placement 6.Prepare, under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of /student Achievement, curriculum proposals and matters related to budget and finance 7.Provide leadership to school-based professional learning community leads and department heads to use formative assessment results, write curriculum, discuss problems and exchange other relevant information 8.Facilitate textbook adoption and make recommendations for new instructional materials and equipment for the social studies programs 9.Keep informed on the latest research and instructional practices in social studies, gifted and advanced placement 10.Keep informed of federal and state regulations needed to implement specific programs 11.Interview and evaluate applicants for teaching positions in the assigned curriculum areas when requested by either the supervisor, a principal or Director of Human Resources 12.Remain abreast of changes and developments in program areas through membership and participation in professional organizations; attendance at regional, state and national meetings; enrollment in advanced courses; reading professional journals and other publications, etc. 13.Plan with the Assistant Superintendent of Student Achievement goals and objectives to be utilized in the annual performance assessment 14.Participate in community functions that aid in promoting and explaining programs in the area of responsibility 15.Collaborate with federal, state and local departments and organizations on behalf of the school district 16.Encourage and support participation of teachers in professional learning opportunities 17.Perform other duties as assigned and allowable by intended program 2024 REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in a relevant education field Five (5) years’ experience as a classroom teacher Hold or be eligible for a valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership Leadership experience, such as Curriculum Contact Person, Department Chair or Instructional Lead Teacher Proficiency in use of generally recognized administrative/management computer applications Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Routine physical activities associated with typical office setting. Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in a relevant education field Experience developing and revising curricula Involvement in professional organizations at the national or state level Teaching experience at both the elementary and secondary instructional level

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The employee will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission’s Code of Ethics for Educators, all Fayette County Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees. Coordinator, Social Studies, Gifted and AP

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