Consultant Teacher (Elementary) - 20257106

• Total Possible Salary Range: $62,991.53 - $118,728.55/yr

Contracted Days: 183

FTE: 1.0

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

The role of this position is to support elementary classroom instruction. This position will support and monitor the implementation of core instructional curriculum and intervention programs and materials approved by the district. Consultant Teachers will analyze data for and with teachers to inform instructional decisions so all students meet standard. Consultant Teachers will spend approximately ninety percent (90%) of their time working with building-based staff, in a non-evaluative manner, on the Essential Functions of their job and ten percent (10%) working with district connected training, staff and initiatives. This position reports to the Teaching and Learning Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works with teachers, interventionist and principals on in the implementation of the Elementary Core programs.

• Support and monitor program implementation of Elementary Core and intervention materials.

• In collaboration with building staff monitors and adjusts building schedules based on data.

• Consults with teachers through the planning, observation and reflection cycle in elementary instruction. Works with teachers to achieve measurable achievement goals. Consults and mentors teachers one-on-one. Models and supports effective teaching, classroom management, lessons, and assessment strategies in classroom.

• Attends district level meetings and professional development as required to remain current on best practices.

• Provides instructional input to classroom teachers and other educators regarding the relation between core instruction and implementation of intervention plans.

• Works with teachers to infuse student assessment data and appropriate instructional strategies to address the data into their teaching practice.

• Assists teachers in using state standards, scoring rubrics and item analysis data.

• Works with teachers on data interpretation and appropriate instructional decisions so that all students meet standard. Uses data in building/grade level team meetings and planning.

• Disaggregates data for audience and purpose

• Curriculum/Benchmark, Common Assessments, On-going Assessments, Standards-Based Grading. Disaggregates data for individual teachers, teams, departments to use.

• Supports teachers in setting clear student achievement goals: grade level, classroom, individual student.

• Assists teachers in analyzing data for monitoring student progress towards achievement goals. Uses progress monitoring data to support teachers in planning and instructing focused interventions.

• Initiate learning-focused conversations and coaching cycles to enhance the instructional growth of classroom teachers and interventionists.

• Prepares reports with audience and purpose in mind to use with individual teachers, teams, departments and buildings in professional development.

• Participates in grade level and/or PLC team meetings.

• In collaboration with Teaching and Learning, plans and conducts building and district professional development to support student learning. Provides training in state assessment scoring, item stems and test/item specifications.

• Facilitates in-the-moment as needed professional development in elementary instruction.

• Collaborates with principal, grade-level teams and interventionists to develop and implement intervention and action plans to achieve District and School goals. Facilitates collaborative learning communities within the school. Works to establish a culture of inquiry in instructional practice.

• Participates in Consultant Teacher program evaluation.

• Provides mentoring to first year teachers in CPSD practices in elementary curriculum and assessment.

• Serves as a BEST Mentor.

• Support implementation of ELA and Math pilot curriculum and ELA and Math curriculum adoptions.

• May serve on District committees, cadres, or building site council.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in education with emphasis appropriate to the assignment. (National Board Certification or ten (10) years of successful teaching may substitute for Master's degree)

• Elementary Education or relevant endorsement preferred or demonstration of successful background in mathematics instruction/knowledge.

• Five (5) years of classroom teaching experience at a level appropriate to the assignment.

• 1 year of demonstrated experience in facilitating and training groups of adults in an educational setting and /or participation in CPSD Mentor Academy.

• Experience using computers in the classroom and for data management.

• Combination of formal education, training, and experience that demonstrates expertise in research and survey design, data analysis, assessment and evaluation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of current classroom teaching techniques and intervention programs.

• Knowledge of current District elementary literacy curriculum, methods and materials and the Washington State Learning Standards.

• Working knowledge of statistical evaluation methods and data organization.

• Ability and willingness to learn and implement district and building initiatives.

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.

• Ability to research issues and problems, interpret and analyze data, prepare comprehensive reports, and recommend sound conclusions.

• Ability to gather, assess, analyze, report, and convey student data as well as incorporate literacy instruction into other areas of instruction.

• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and plan projects.

• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and effectively manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and/or priorities.

• Ability to observe, monitor, and evaluate student performance skilled in using data to monitor and change intervention strategies for students to achieve established goals.

• Ability to maintain confidential material and information and exercise sound decision making skills.

• Excellent communication and human relations skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

• Ability to observe, monitor, and evaluate student performance.

• Proven ability to implement student interventions that result in Tier II students achieving or surpassing grade level standards.

• Knowledge, understanding, and sensitivity in working in a multi-cultural and ethnically diverse school surrounding, with the ability to communicate effectively with all cultural groups in the community and school environment.

• Ability to provide effective professional development to adult learners.

• Intermediate knowledge of and ability to use computers in the classroom and for data collection and analysis.

Certification and Licenses

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s).

• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license, use of personal vehicle and proof of insurance.

• Completion of Criminal History, Declaration form and fingerprinting.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS (all may not apply)

• Evidence of professional growth by attendance at workshops, special classes and formal schooling related to the field.

• Experience providing professional development to an audience of adult learners.

• Experience in management of a school-wide intervention program.

• National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certificate.

• Experience in an urban public school system.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in various locations throughout the school District. Teamwork and high productivity requirements create frequent extra hour days, attendance at meetings before and after work, and weekend work. Must be able to talk and use fingers, hands, and arms and to listen carefully and focus while filtering out normal office noise. May involve negotiating steps, ramps, uneven surfaces, and going outdoors in all types of weather to reach some classrooms or other buildings. Tolerance of occasional loud noises and ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time are required.

FLSA: Exempt AFFILIATION: CPEA

JOB CLASS: Teacher YEAR: 183

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

• Clover Park School District total possible pay consists of base salary plus the following:

Building Centered Responsibility

• 5 days

District Centered Responsibility

• 2.5 days

Event Responsibility

• 1 day

Attendance required for compensation of responsibility pay (building-centered, district-centered, and event).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154