Richmond County School System (RCSS)

Job Description

OFFICIAL TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST - FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION

SUPERVISOR: DIRECTOR OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

SALARY RANGE: IN ACCORDANCE TO RCSS SALARY SCHEDULE – Grant funded by Title I, Part A, renewable annually

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work Year – 10 month

Summary Description: Under the direction of the Director of Teaching and Learning, supports, develops and coaches teachers on increasing content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates practical application of research-based, learner-centered instructional strategies.
2. Provides targeted support to new teachers.
3. Leads vertical and horizontal collaborative planning sessions.
4. Analyzes instructional practices and data to address specific areas for growth.
5. Designs and delivers professional development on instructional best practices, standards-based instruction, assessment and other targeted topics.
6. Develops coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement.
7. Models direct instruction and intervention lessons for teachers and implements problem-solving strategies for all content areas.
8. Attends district level training and redelivers information as appropriate.
9. Possesses knowledge of curriculum and instructional best practices for online and face to face instruction.
10. Demonstrates operational knowledge of internet and web-related technologies.
11. Collects and submits data in a timely manner.
12. Utilizes a variety of student data including, student work samples, screener data, and other formative and summative data to inform instructional decisions.
13. Models the use of research-based instructional practices.
14. Assists in the implementation of the School Improvement Plan, Title I Plan and other school or district initiatives.
15. Assists in the compilation of reports and forms relative to the Title I regulations.
16. The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned by the Director of Teaching and Learning.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of RCSS curriculum, techniques for integrating technology into the curriculum, RCSS policies, and effective instructional practices for face to face and virtual instruction. Understanding of the teaching and learning process. Ability to problem solve and work effectively with administrators, teachers and students. Technical proficiency and the ability to learn new technology and online systems quickly. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Knowledge of Canvas Learning Management System.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree (preferred). At least five years of successful teaching experience; evidence of student achievement and student progress; strong leadership skills; familiarity with adult learning and online learning; evidence of effective technology use; and data analysis skills.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid Georgia teaching certificate or ability to acquire. Graduate work in reading, math or technology AND/OR related endorsements (reading, math, gifted, STEM, online teaching, personalized learning, computer science, teacher support and coaching, teacher leader, coaching) preferred. Must meet the district’s online learning competency requirement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to move around the classroom including stooping, bending, standing for extended periods and move heavy objects up to 20 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by RCSS contract. Some work beyond the school day may be required.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board Policy on evaluation of personnel.

Date Established: 5/2015

Date Revised: 4/2020

This description may be changed at any time. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Board. Richmond County School System reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.