Curriculum Specialist, Poudre Learning Center (PLC)

Greeley • Greeley, CO

1d • $64,839 - $95,256

About The Position

The PLC Curriculum Specialist is responsible for providing high-quality, standards-based educational programming for K-12 students. Position objectives include: developing, maintaining, implementing, and evaluating K-12 Field Experiences; maintaining, strengthening, and expanding district and school partnerships; recruiting, training, and supervising a team of volunteer educators; and ensuring that the Poudre Learning Center is at the forefront of environmental education in the State of Colorado.

Requirements

• Colorado Teaching Licensure
• Three years of successful teaching experience
• Extensive knowledge of NGSS/Colorado Academic Standards
• Knowledge of Colorado and district content standards.
• Knowledge and skills sufficient to perform all duties of the position.
• Prefers leadership situations relating to meeting the social, emotional, psychological and academic needs of students.
• Prefers a work environment where flexibility, ability to deal with conflict, a high tolerance for stress, an ability to quickly internalize information and make informed decisions, and long hours are a part of the assignment
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills; outstanding organizational and planning abilities; strong ability to work effectively with individuals and groups; knowledgeable in the area of science content, instructional methods, and theory; desire to serve as a team player; ability to facilitate groups; problem-solving and conflict resolution skills; strong leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in education or related field
• Bilingual skills in Spanish/English

Responsibilities

• Designs Inquiry and phenomena-based curriculum that aligns with Colorado Academic Standards
• Works with building principals and teams to develop and implement relevant, standards-based programming
• Organizes, updates, and maintains curriculum and materials for PLC Field Experiences
• Manages all PLC Field Experience requests and communication with partner schools
• Creates schedules and science notebooks for each school's Field Experience and sends to teachers prior to program
• Organizes and facilitates all PLC Field Experiences
• Greets school groups and provides orientation for students, teachers, and volunteers
• Completes curriculum and programmatic evaluations of all PLC K-12 Programming
• Leads and coordinates volunteer recruitment, training, and performance.
• Provides professional development opportunities for K-12 teachers
• Supports District 6 Elementary and Secondary Curriculum Coordinators in onboarding teachers
• Provides data and supplemental information for grant applications as needed
• Supports communication, social media campaigns, and outreach
• Engages in team, building, and district outreach, communication, and marketing
• Studies and evaluates new instructional techniques for possible use at the PLC and by classroom teachers
• Develops and implements plans for curriculum revisions and instructional materials adoptions in conjunction with District 6
• Stays current in curricular and pedagogical trends through professional readings, seminars, workshops, and conventions
• Support grant goal implementation, data collection and reporting
• Coordinates volunteer recognition and celebration efforts
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees.
• The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
• Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level