• Develops and delivers ongoing professional development around best practices in secondary literacy instruction.
• Supports the implementation of district literacy initiatives.
• Participates in the evaluation and selection of instructional materials.
• Supports teachers and school teams as needed with the implementation of literacy curriculum and best practices.
• Coordinates and develops curriculum and assessments for literacy.
• Uses data collected to strategically support the needs of teachers and schools in the district.
• Works collaboratively with a highly motivated team from multiple offices to advance teaching and learning in the district.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field from an accredited college or university; Master's degree or doctorate degree preferred.
• Three years teaching experience in secondary literacy; urban experience preferred.
• Valid Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Advanced Professional Certificate required.
• Ability to design and deliver professional development.
• Experience creating secondary literacy curriculum.
• Experience coaching teachers and/or school teams to improve practice.
• Knowledge of current research, best practices, and adult learning.
• Detailed knowledge of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards for Literacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive presentations.
• Interpersonal skills that ensure effective teambuilding and understanding for the team process.
• Skilled in interpreting, understanding, and applying data.
• Proficient in the use of multiple computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, PD Tracking and reporting software, databases, and Online Professional Learning software.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with the Public School Administrators and Supervisors (PSASA) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.