Coordinator of School Transformation, Elementary Literacy

START DATE:September 2024APPLICATION DEADLINE:The priority deadline for applications is August 23. Anything received after that date will be kept on file and considered if the position is not filled.REPORTS TO:Senior Director of School Transformation, Elementary LiteracyLOCATION:The Partnership team works in a hybrid capacity. This position is expected to be in schools 80% of the time, with occasional visits to the Partnership office in Downtown LA. School sites are based in Boyle Heights, South Los Angeles, and Watts.ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP FOR LOS ANGELES SCHOOLSLaunched in 2007, the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools’ mission is to transform schools to revolutionize school systems, empowering all students with a high-quality education. The Partnership is a non-profit, in-district partner to LA Unified, not a charter network. As an independent nonprofit organization, the Partnership serves 13,550 students across 20 LA Unified schools in Boyle Heights, South Los Angeles, and Watts. The Partnership works within the LA Unified School District context, which includes honoring all collective bargaining agreements for its teachers and school staff. To learn more about the Partnership, our mission, and how we approach our goals, please visit our website.ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Partnership for Los Angeles Schools is seeking a Coordinator of School Transformation, Elementary Literacy, to join our effort to improve learning and academic achievement for students in the Boyle Heights, South LA, and Watts communities. In collaboration with the Senior Director of School Transformation, Partnership staff, and school and teacher leaders, the Coordinator of School Transformation will lead professional development, coaching, and special projects designed to coach schools through their growth and development process. The Coordinator of School Transformation will report to and also assist the Senior Director of School Transformation with strategic planning and implementing Partnership Academics Team initiatives. The ideal candidate for this position will have significant experience with literacy instruction, professional development and coaching, implementation of blended learning, the Common Core State Standards, and HQIM. This is a full-time year-round position.The Partnership is committed to continuously building an anti-racist culture that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in classrooms and our home office. The Coordinator of School Transformation will be someone who is committed to implementing these values in creative ways when executing day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESPosition responsibilities include but are not limited to:Curriculum Development & Implementation (25%)Develop and execute data-driven initiatives for elementary literacy instruction at Partnership schools.Assist with the development and use of curricular materials, including curriculum maps, common assessments, and other tools, to support teachers and students in meeting the demands of Common Core.Work across schools to build teacher capacity in literacy to implement Common Core instruction utilizing pacing guides, planning from standards, developing assessments, and implementing instructional strategies.Support with school-wide observations cycles focusing on HQIM curricular materials, providing feedback and action steps.Coaching, Training, & Support (55%)Co-develop and co-facilitate professional learning experiences for Partnership-wide Elementary Literacy PD, Teacher Leader Program, Leadership Conferences, and New Teacher Orientation.Lead and support teachers to develop collaborative environments focused on student outcomes.Conduct classroom observations and coaching conversations to support teacher growth and promote student learning.Assist site leaders in observing for and supporting effective instruction of Common Core.Lead coordination structures on school-based supports for leaders and teachers around instruction.Provide schoolwide professional development on literacy teaching and learning.Train instructional coaches and school leaders on effective coaching strategies.Support a cohort of new and veteran teachers with coaching sessions (frequency will depend on school need).Support schools with setting goals for CTA, monitoring ongoing progress, and the goal reflection process.Support with facilitating Elementary meetings when needed.Data & Impact (20%)Facilitate ongoing data inquiries to determine progress and needs of school site instructional initiatives.Support school leaders and teacher leaders in executing data cycles.Assist teachers with implementing technology-connected learning programs and interpreting data provided by these programs to inform instruction.POSITION FIRST-YEAR PRIORITIESA successful first year in this role will look like:Build relationships with school-site leaders, teachers, and Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) members to be an influencer of keeping students at the forefront.Build relationships and collaborate with Partnership staff and external partners.Understand curricular programs (CKLA Skills, Knowledge, Language Studio, Lectoescritura, and Conocimiento) across TK-5th grade.Understand longitudinal multiple measures of school-site data across all 11 Partnership elementary schools.Lead and/or co-lead key initiatives and bodies of work (Ex: ES Team Leads, New-to-Curriculum Trainings, HQIM Walks).Execute professional learning on a variety of key topics (literacy content, pedagogy, and practice; data; and leadership development) with various stakeholders (leaders, teachers, coaches, school-site tutors, and Partnership colleagues).Effectively observe literacy instruction and provide feedback, identify trends, and develop next steps and action plans.REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONSAt least 5 years of successful full-time teaching experience.At least 2 years of successful leadership experience within the school context (coach, department chair, BTSA coach, peer observer, etc.).At least 1 year of experience managing teammates preferred.An earned master’s degree or advanced degree related to literacy/subject matter preferred.A proven record of academic success working with students in historically underserved schools and setting high expectations for teachers and students.Extensive experience with classroom observations and crafting individual teacher feedback and communicating trends across classrooms.Deep working knowledge of adult learning theory, facilitation skills, professional development design, and coaching.Deep working knowledge of Common Core Instructional Shifts, Common Core State Standards for Literacy.Demonstrated ability to motivate, inspire, and build strong working and mentoring relationships with adults.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with administrative staff, instructional staff, and support staff.Strong analytical skills, including the ability to utilize quantitative and qualitative analysis to support decision-making and use assessment data to inform instruction.Smarter Balanced Item Reviewer and/or Writer a plus.Ability to travel between school sites and Partnership Home Office.Spanish language fluency (spoken and written), preferred.Working understanding of K-12 public education sector, preferred.A deep belief in the power of our communities, the Partnership’s mission, approach, and core values.A commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all team members.A willingness to learn, grow, and model the Partnership competencies: Anti-racism, root cause analysis, long-term thinking, teaming and collaboration, psychological safety, and learning and growth.COMPENSATION & BENEFITSThe starting salary range for external candidates is $103,644-$111,047. The Partnership’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends to our compensation practices. Our goal is to ensure that salaries are fair for all staff members who hold many intersectional identities, and we set salaries based on a robust compensation model grounded in consistency and transparency. The exact salary for this position is dependent on the relevant skills and experiences that the candidate brings to the role.The Partnership also offers a robust benefits package including employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents; a 403(b) retirement program with employee match and vesting; parental and sabbatical leaves; a professional development allowance; and generous paid time off. Details can be found here.APPLICATION GUIDELINESPlease prepare your resume and a cover letter tailored to this position. You will submit your documents and application via this link.Research shows that women and individuals from systemically marginalized communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications. While this job description outlines the major responsibilities and requirements to be successful in this role, the Partnership is committed to considering all applicants who are passionate about our mission and can see themselves excelling in this role – including those with diverse and non-traditional work experience.For technical assistance or support for applying with a disability, please contact the Home Office Talent Team.COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTPartnership for LA Schools is a contractor with the Los Angeles Unified School District and has implemented a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy. All new employees are required to be fully vaccinated a week before their start date unless they are approved for an accommodation due to a medical reason or because of a sincerely held religious belief.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERPartnership for Los Angeles Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to – and actively pursues – diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. The Partnership prohibits discrimination based on race (including traits historically associated with race such as hairstyle), creed, color, religion, registered domestic partner status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, age, military and veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy or childbirth, physical disability or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. The Partnership also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer, wages, benefits, termination, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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