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Instructional Specialist, Title I - Focused on Equity and Targeted School Improvement (Grant funded)

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Instructional Spec CODE: 0833 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Instructional Specialist, Title I - Focused on Equity and Targeted School Improvement (Grant funded) GRADE: BD MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under joint direction from the Title I Unit and the Equity Initiatives Unit, the incumbent facilitates and supports the implementation of Title I guidelines of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA Act), especially as it relates to the school improvement processes, equity as outlined in the antiracist action plan, Targeted School Improvement, evidence based strategies, professional learning, schoolwide programs; works with leadership teams and school staff to plan and implement an equity centered school improvement process that addresses performance gaps; supports schools in the delivery of evidence-based and research-based instructional practices; assists school personnel in assessment, data collection, and analysis of formal and informal data for use in targeting and monitoring the effectiveness of academic supports, including interventions, enrichment, and acceleration. (2-year funding with possibility of continuation).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to analyze student achievement data for instructional decision making. Knowledge of current research and trends in education, with special emphasis on Emergent Multilingual Learners, students with disabilities, equity, well-rounded curricula, instruction, and professional learning. Knowledge of ESSA, particularly Title I, Part A. Ability to work effectively with classroom teachers, school-based leaders, principals, and parent organizations in providing meaningful coaching and consultation for staff and families. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's from accredited college or university with course work in curriculum development and instruction. Five years' or more experience teaching a diverse elementary or middle school student population. Two or more years of experience in planning and implementing professional learning experiences for school-based staff and making presentations to supervisors and community members. Experience as a member of a School Improvement planning team. Applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: ESSA certification for teacher required; Qualified for administration & supervisory certification preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Occasional evening work to meet deadlines or to attend Board of Education, committee, PTSA, or other meetings,
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or ability associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.)
Informs schools and communities about the Targeted School Improvement requirements within Maryland¿s Consolidated Plan and the implications for MCPS.
Provides job-embedded coaching to school-based instructional leaders on the topics of race and equity, developing, implementing and monitoring school improvement plans and the action plans to support them, providing effective feedback, and teaching and learning rigorous content .

Collaborates with other offices and teams to support and provide professional learning related to system initiatives.

Uses School Support and Improvement Framework data to assess school strengths/areas for continued improvement.

Designs and provides training to instructional leaders to build their knowledge and skills to lead their teams/departments.

Collects and analyzes data to evaluate the effectiveness of supports and adjusts work according to the outcomes.

Keeps knowledgeable regarding effective instructional practices.

Reviews recent literature and research studies and reports.

Evaluates findings and suggests changes or modifications to improve existing programs.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Supports school-based instructional leaders as they develop and maintain professional learning communities as a vehicle for school improvement,
Provides targeted school improvement efforts in the Title I schools by providing consultation and individualized follow-up support for school leadership teams.

Plans and conducts staff development that is linked to school improvement efforts aligned with the anti-racist audit action plan and Targeted School Improvement guidelines in collaboration with administrators, school leadership teams, and other MCPS offices including training sessions for paraeducators.

Meets with leadership teams and teachers to analyze formal and informal data to facilitate appropriate instructional planning matched to the needs of students.

Engages families to obtain feedback regarding the instructional experience and school improvement planning.

Understands and applies the six performance standards established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS).

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Class Established: 6/2023
Date(s) Revised:
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.