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Job Summary  The Coordinator - Literacy Blueprint position c oordinates the literacy work outlined in the City Schools  Blueprint for Success , including but not limited to providing project management of the district’s  Blueprint  literacy strategy, supervising school-based literacy coaches, and coordinating work with relevant vendor/partner organizations to provide coaching and professional development content to teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and literacy coaches. Essential Functions  Supports the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning and the Director of Literacy. Languages, and Culture with long and short term planning for the district’s   Blueprint   literacy strategy. Coordinates and project manages the implementation of the City Schools   Blueprint   for Success   in literacy. Coordinates the development and delivery of ongoing professional development aligned to the   Blueprint Coordinates the work of vendors/partners who provide coaching and professional development aligned to the Uses data collected to strategically support the needs of teachers, schools, and literacy coaches. Develops and provides appropriate guidance for schools and school leaders at the district’s literacy intensive sites. Collaborates with multiple offices across the organization to ensure cohesive implementation of the   Blueprint   strategy for literacy. Works in partnership with a highly-motivated team from multiple offices to advance teaching and learning in the district. Keeps the Director of Literacy, Languages, and Culture abreast of all matters related to literacy. Desired Qualifications  Master’s degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university. Maryland State Department of Education Advanced Professional Certificate with Administrator I endorsement. Three years teaching experience in English/language arts. Three years’ experience developing and delivering professional development to teachers. Extensive knowledge of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards. Demonstrated ability to relate positively to colleagues, children, and families; and make decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established procedures. Strong organization and strategic planning skills; ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Experience managing large scale projects. Knowledge of current research and best practices in adult learning and facilitation Knowledge of current research in literacy best practices.

Job Summary  The Academic Content Liaison - Early Learning position designs, plans, develops, and oversees the implementation of instructional strategies for school-based kindergarten instruction. Working in collaboration with the ILED and Chief of Schools, plans and administers instructional support programs to ensure successful academic programming. Plans and delivers professional development to Kindergarten teachers staff to improve knowledge and competency in academic subjects. Provides technical assistance to principals and teachers in the expansion and refinement of scientifically researched practices.   Essential Functions  Provides functional direction to school-based Kindergarten Teachers. Defines and outlines the operating procedures for achieving academic program goals in Literacy. Provides support to the Principal and Kindergarten staff in the achievement of literacy academic goals and objectives and to increase their effectiveness in implementing the Kindergarten literacy program. Works with principals and teachers to implement grade-level instructional strategies. Introduces educational innovations and communicates information regarding objectives of educational initiatives. Monitors and provides feedback to the Instructional Leadership Executive Director (ILED) regarding overall kindergarten instructional performance of Community Learning Network (CLN). Observes and evaluates instructional practices, makes recommendations for improvements, and develops and implements support strategies for achieving those improvements. Develops, designs and implements staff development programs for kindergarten literacy teachers. Plans and delivers professional development activities that provide principals and literacy Kindergarten teachers with knowledge and skills needed to help students meet City Schools and State academic standards. Desired Qualifications Master’s degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Early Childhood or related field from an accredited college or university. Maryland State Department of Education Advanced Professional Certificate in Special Education, Early Childhood Special Education or related field; dual certification as a regular educator is a plus. Three years of successful teaching experience with young students (Kindergarten or below) with disabilities; administrative or supervisory experience related to programs for early childhood students with special needs is a plus. Knowledge of developmental milestones and knowledge of early childhood literacy and math content. Knowledge of classroom structures and strategies that support early childhood students. Knowledge of effective early childhood assessment tools. Knowledge of Federal, State and local special education mandates.

Job Summary  This role ensures alignment, integration, and inclusion of the academic strategy within academic offices as well as across district-level initiatives. The position serves as a liaison with central offices as well as with external partners and organizations as an advocate for the academic strategy. The Director of Strategy serves in partnership with the Director of Operations and the Special Assistant to the CAO; together supporting the Chief Academic Officer to ensure the strategic, effective, and efficient management of the Academic Offices. Essential Functions  Defines strategic direction and leads assigned teams in developing recommendations for strategic long-term goals related to academic offices. Plans, directs, and monitors the implementation of systemic academic initiatives in collaboration with Executive Directors and other chiefs with a focus on program evaluation and return on investment (ROI). Provides guidance and direction to departments under the Chief Academic Officer with a focus on strategic areas of reform. Serves as the academic office lead in ensuring effective portfolio management decisions, charter renewal, and school closing decisions and implementation. Serves as the lead in the development of the district’s Master Plan. Project manages the cross-office completion of the Master Plan required by MSDE annually to ensure timely review and final submission of the Master Plan. Serves as the lead on the design and direction of academic strategies supporting school improvement efforts in high-need schools in partnership with other district offices as well as the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Serves as the academic office lead in the development of the district calendar as well as in the review of waivers associated with the approved calendar. Fosters and promotes teamwork in the design and development of educational strategies within the academic offices and across the organization.  Develops strategic alliances and works collaboratively with educational agencies, community members and other stakeholders. Partners across academic and district offices to ensure funding is aligned to support academic initiatives. Desired Qualifications  Master’s degree in education or a related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution. Three years supervisory/administrative/leadership experience in an urban education environment with demonstrated success. Five years of school-based experience in an urban educational environment with demonstrated effectiveness and roles of increasing responsibility Thorough knowledge of instructional continuums and knowledge of current theories of curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Considerable knowledge of research-based school improvement designs and current issues facing urban public education. Considerable knowledge of governmental mandates impacting education.