POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Coordinating Supervisor,
the Teacher Coordinator will support the successful implementation and
management of Military Science, Information Technology (IT) and Homeland Security
Emergency Preparedness (HSEP). The Teacher Coordinator has the overall
responsibility for ensuring the implementation and coordination of the duties
and responsibilities necessary for the success of each program within the
schools to which they are assigned.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Serving as the
liaison between the school sites assigned and the Coordinating Supervisor;
Assisting with media
relations, marketing materials, advisory boards, and general outreach as it
relates to the Military Science, IT and HSEP;
Assisting with grant
applications related to Military Science, IT and HSEP programming;
Planning, conducting,
and/or coordinating professional development for Military Science, IT and HSEP staff;
Working with and
supporting teachers to ensure that the Military Science, IT and HSEP curriculum
is followed and ascertain their instructional needs;
Assisting the Coordinating
Supervisor in the development and administration of the Military Science, IT
and HSEP programs budget including local and grant funding;
Collecting and
analyzing Military Science, IT and HSEP programming data and preparing an
annual report on the programs;
Serving as a liaison
to school staff to ensure that the Military Science, IT and HSEP programs are
implemented with fidelity and that the programs of study are followed;
Planning career
opportunities for students such as guest speakers, field trips, job shadowing,
internships, apprenticeships, and other experiential opportunities in
collaboration with school staff and the Advisory Board;
Assist with and
manage curriculum writing for Military Science, IT and HSEP programs to align
with MSDE, national standards, and PGCPS requirements;
Develop and process
all orders for Military Science, IT and HSEP program improvement and
maintenance;
Develop and implement
all Military Science, IT and HSEP program improvement initiatives;
Facilitate
professional development for teachers in collaboration with the Academy
Coordinator;
Assist with the
recruitment of students;
Coordinate with
Academy Homeland Security and Military Science Coordinator to align programming
efforts and support Academy teachers and students;
Attend and assist
with Academy Homeland Security and Military Science strategic planning, team
meetings, and professional development; and
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Knowledge of industry standards and MSDE, PGCPS and Military Science, IT
and HSEP program curriculum and
instruction;
Military and/or Military Science experience;
Relates positively and interacts effectively with teachers, central
office personnel, Advisory Board members, business partners, and general
public;
Maintains accurate financial, inventory, and student data records;
Effective
time management, documentation and organizational skills;
Demonstrated
ability to develop and manage teams;
Excellent
written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability
to present ideas in business friendly or user friendly language;
Highly
self-motivated, self-directed and attentive to detail;
Ability
to effectively prioritize and execute tasks under pressure;
Extensive
experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
Strong
instructional and facilitator skills;
Experience
in collaborative planning and providing professional development;
Demonstrated
strong leadership and administrative competency; and
Proficiency
with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in applicable
field; experience working in a vocational education setting; five (5) years
teaching in academic or vocational education required.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds or is eligible for an Advanced Professional
Certificate issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.