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Baltimore County Public Schools

Coordinator, Social Studies - Secondary

Baltimore County Public Schools, Towson, Maryland, United States, 21286


Position Type:LEAD - CENTRAL OFFICE PROFESSIONAL (Certificated)/COORDINATOR (C32000)

Date Posted:6/28/2024

Location:JEFFERSON BUILDING (099901)

Closing Date:Open Until Filled

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL

JOB TITLE:

Coordinator, Social Studies - Secondary

REPORTS TO : Executive Director, Literacy and Humanities

DEFINITION:

Provides curriculum and instruction leadership with the implementation of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) in secondary social studies. Ensures that all initiatives support the goals and priorities identified in the system strategic plan and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Provide high-quality professional development related to curriculum and instruction. Collaborate with educators, administrators, and other stakeholders to enhance social studies teaching and learning, utilizing data-driven decision making, and promoting continuous improvement. Supervises professional and support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Provides leadership in the design, development, and implementation of social studies curricula for Grades 6-12 that align with the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and the MSDE Social Studies Framework for HQIM, and College, Career, and Civic Life (C3).Identifies research-based strategies to support secondary instruction in social studies.Provides leadership in the identification, development, implementation and interpretation of assessments aligned to the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards and social studies curriculum to support secondary administrators, department chairs, and teachers in utilizing student performance data to identify patterns and trends, inform instructional practices, and provide responsive instructionIdentifies and recommends intervention and enrichment opportunities for secondary social studies programs.Evaluates and identifies approved textbooks, instructional materials, and software for secondary schools in social studies.Supports secondary school department chairs and teachers in the implementation of the curriculum to build capacity for high quality social studies teaching and learning.Collaborates with leadership in the Department of Special Education and Multilingual Achievement to ensure that all students have access to grade-level curriculum with appropriate scaffolds and linguistic supports.Develops collaborative relationships and external partners that benefit teachers and students.Supports school-based administrators in the appraisal process.Develops and administers operating, capital, and other budgets, and monitors business operations to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources. Plans, budgets, controls, and assesses the use of office budget and grant funds to align to district and state priorities.Designs, facilitates, and coordinates effective professional learning experiences that lead to the development, implementation, and evaluation of school and system-wide social studies programs.Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in a field directly related to the assignment; plus at least fifteen (15) additional hours of approved graduate and/or in-service credit.Five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership/management experience in areas directly related to the above responsibilities.Five years of successful teaching or related experience preferred.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of or eligibility for an Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator I endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of secondary social studies education and curriculum.Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills.Demonstration of strong leadership, management, and human relations skills.Technology competency.Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:The work of this class occurs within school and office settings. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. Work hours may exceed the school day into evenings and weekends.

SALARY:

Grade 11 on the BCPS CASE 12-month pay scale $106,830 - $161,872.

This position is eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application InstructionsPlease read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools, and a separate completed application must be submitted for each position and location in which you are interested.Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors..

Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc

will not be accepted.Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.All newly hired personnel

must

attend a

Badges and Benefits

session.Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information

Susan B. StansburyDirector, Staffing6901 Charles Street, E BuildingTowson, Maryland 21204Phone:

443-809-7874Fax:

410-296-0568Email:

sstansbury@bcps.org