Curriculum Specialist, Sr. jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Overview

Primary responsibilities include maintaining and developing the Core Virtues program as well as managing the production of grammar school curriculum resources for the Hillsdale K-12 Education Office.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for the Core Virtues program.
• Maintain the content and operations of the Core Virtues program.
• With the Assistant Director of Curriculum, integrate the Core Virtues program with Hillsdale College’s existing resources for K-12 education support.
• Blog regularly about children’s literature on “The Classical Classroom.”
• Lead or organize professional development sessions for schools and teachers new to the Core Virtues program.
• Give occasional in-person presentations at trainings, conferences, and schools and appear in teacher training videos.
• With the Assistant Director of Curriculum, manage the production of curriculum resources in a variety of subjects, with a focus on grades K-6.
• With the Assistant Director of Curriculum, regularly review existing materials, ensuring that all resources listed in Hillsdale College’s K-12 Program Guide and Bill of Materials are accurate and up-to-date.
• Edit new and existing curriculum resources for content, structure, coherence, style, and mechanics.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary responsibility mentioned in a best-of-class manner, with preference given to candidates who can also assist in one or more areas of secondary responsibility.

Education and Experience

An undergraduate degree in the humanities, sciences, or a related field and at least 3 years of teaching experience in a K-6 classroom are required. Preference will be given to candidates who possess principled knowledge of an integrated, classical K-12 curriculum and who demonstrate mastery of classical pedagogical practices.

Other Skills

• Ability to manage projects (often involving contract workers) and meet deadlines
• A keen eye for website layout and design
• Excellent organizational skills

Personal Characteristics

The Grammar School Curriculum Specialist interacts with College staff and the entire Hillsdale benefactor audience. A neat appearance and a pleasant relationship that is supportive of the College mission are essential. This relationship must be pleasant, supportive, and professional while maintaining confidentiality. Additionally, all K-12 Education personnel must have good communication skills in order to effectively discuss Hillsdale College and the K-12 Education Office with individuals across the country. Candidates must understand Hillsdale College's mission, philosophy, and educational practices and philosophies.

Code of Commitment

Be a good representative of Hillsdale College to promote the liberal arts, the College’s original Articles of Association, and operating principles stated in the Staff Code of Commitment. The Mission Statement should be considered in all aspects of the position. The teaching of Christian faith shall remain a conspicuous aim of the College.