Curriculum Specialist, Sr. jobs in Arlington, MA

Job Goal: In collaboration with the Multilingual Learner Education Team and the Principal of the East Somerville Community School, provide leadership in the UNIDOS curriculum development, professional development, and instructional coaching to educators of the UNIDOS Program in alignment with the school and district’s mission and vision.

Qualifications:

• DESE ESL certification required
• Masters Degree in Language, Literacy, Linguistics or related field
• Demonstrated commitment to equity in educational opportunities and conditions for learning
• Ability to form positive relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Experience with leading individuals and teams through change and improvement processes
• 5 years teaching in an MLE dual language setting / leadership experience is preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish)/ bicultural required

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and instructional support in the implementation of the UNIDOS program including:

• Provide leadership and support in the development, implementation, and revision of the UNIDOS curriculum.
• Facilitate teacher group learning activities and the sharing of successful UNIDOS lessons to ensure the successful implementation of curriculum.
• Identify and model effective dual language instructional strategies.
• Develop teacher friendly unit planning guides and formative/summative assessments for each grade level.
• Work with the ILT team members to discuss and recommend next steps in program planning and improvement.
• Coordinate with the enrollment office to assess Spanish language proficiency for prospective Unidos students.
• Coordinate with the World Language Department for the Seal of Biliteracy identification and testing process.
• Engage in research on best program models for the Middle School Unidos expansion
• Maintain a data tracking system that is shared and reviewed on a consistent basis.
• Use assessment data to identify areas for student improvement, establish student and educator professional goals, and professional learning.
• Coach and support teachers in planning, delivering, and assessing quality instruction for the UNIDOS pCreate systems of support for educators such as curriculum planning. teams, peer observation, and PLC’s. Plan, model, and co-teach effective lessons with teachers.

In collaboration with the MLE Leadership Team and school administration:

• Meet regularly with the MLE Team and school administration regarding classroom practices and ongoing feedback.
• Collaborate with MLE Team and assist educators and school based teams in review and analysis of student progress data.
• Participate as needed in LAT and MTSS processes.
• Collaborate with the MLE leadership team to review and discuss periodic data relevant to the improvement of the UNIDOS implementation.
• Develop and conduct professional learning opportunities for teachers connected to curriculum and instruction of the Dual Language Program (UNIDOS).
• Participate in on-going professional development by attending workshops and institutes on specific subjects to enhance job performance such as knowledge in ARC program implementation, language acquisition, literacy development, coaching skills, and adult learning theory.
• Support in the supervision of student teachers placed in Unidos classrooms.

Terms of Employment: As per the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement School Year Schedule (September - June) Additional 10 days as per the SEU, Unit A, Collective Bargaining Agreement

Reports to: Director of MLE Programs and/or designee

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.