Curriculum And Instruction Leader / Program Leader (Humanities)

Position Type:

Instructional Coach/Instructional Coach

Date Posted:

6/6/2024

Location:

Districtwide

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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VACANCY NOTICE

NEW FAIRFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION

POSITION: Curriculum and Instruction Leader / Program Leader Humanities (6-12)

SCHOOL: Middle School / High School

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent and Building Principals

GENERAL DUTIES:

The Curriculum and Instruction Leader (CIL) / Program Leader provides leadership in the areas of curriculum design, instruction, assessment, data analysis, and professional learning within and across the Humanities subject areas in grades 6-12. This role focuses on our ELA / English and Social Studies programs, in collaboration with World Language and Library Media Specialists. The CIL / Program Leader is responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling, co-planning, co-teaching and providing feedback to teachers. The role builds teacher capacity, promotes teacher reflection, and fosters understanding of instructional practices related to New Fairfield's curriculum and pedagogical philosophies. This role contributes to the PreK-12 coherence and consistency in our curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning systems in New Fairfield Public Schools as a liaison with other CILs, program leaders, and curriculum link leaders across the district.

See attached description.

QUALICATIONS:

• Valid Connecticut teaching certification for grades 6-12 in a relevant subject area (English or Social Studies).

• A Master's degree in Education or a related field is preferred.

• Minimum of five years teaching experience with curriculum design experience and instructional excellence.

• Strong pedagogical knowledge and content expertise.

• Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory to inform coaching and professional learning for staff.

• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues, including the ability to create and nurture a professional community of adult learners.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills, including giving and receiving constructive feedback.

• Demonstrated evidence of professional growth, including leadership and participation in a wide range of significant professional development activities.

SALARY: Per NFEA Contract, additional $7384 annual stipend

PLEASE SUBMIT: Online Application (www.newfairfieldschools.org)

Letter of Intent

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Certification

Letters of Reference (2)

The New Fairfield Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran Status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and state laws.)

Date Posted: June 6, 2024

Posting Closing Date: Until Filled

Attachment(s):

• Curriculum and Instruction Ldr / Program Ldr Humanities (6-12)