Training & Support Coordinator - Early Learning (Pre-K)
Date Posted: Sep 5, 2024
Job Description
Job Title
Position Title:Training and Support Coordinator, Early Learning (Pre-K)
Location: Early Learning & Montessori
Salary: DFT Salary Schedule
Reports to: Early Learning & Montessori, Pre-K Curriculum Leader
Bargaining Unit: DFT
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility: Site based. Not eligible for telecommuting.
In accordance with the Agreement between the Detroit Federation of Teachers (DFT) and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced.
Position Summary:
The Pre-K Training and Support Coordinator will be responsible for providing teachers and school leaders with training on implementing Pre-K core curriculum in alignment with the vision of excellent instruction and School Improvement Plan (SIP) Goals. They will also be responsible for designing and delivering district-wide professional development and support Pre-K teachers and school-based staff with analyzing and acting upon student data from formative and summative standards-aligned assessments. This role includes overseeing a caseload of Pre-K classrooms as the dedicated Early Childhood Specialist (ECS). Ideal candidates will demonstrate understanding of and experience with the following:
The Creative Curriculum for Pre-K
GSRP and Michigan Child Care Licensing Requirements
Instructional coaching
Early Childhood Specialist requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Early Childhood or related field
A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in grade band and content area
A minimum of 5 years teaching or leading in Pre-K learning environments
Experience with principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development
Experience supporting school leaders and teachers with developing a high quality PreK learning program
Experience providing curriculum support to teachers and school leaders in Pre-K learning environments
Experience developing curriculum and pacing guides in Pre-K learning environments
Strong working knowledge of the Michigan Early Child Standards of Quality for Prekindergarten
Experience providing community support to parents of students in Pre-K learning environments
Core Competencies:
Project management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
Ability to work independently
Proven organizational skills, high attention to details, and superior time management
Fluency with using digital tools including Microsoft Office and SharePoint
Ability to work effectively with district and school leaders
Ability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure integrity of program and core instructional materials implementation
Growth mindset, with commitment to ongoing learning and willingness to be flexible to meet evolving educator needs
Ability to work with all educational staff
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Pre-K Curriculum Leader, will have the following key responsibilities:
Assist in the achievement of the district’s vision, mission, and values related to excellent Pre-K instruction and classroom environments.
Serve as Early Childhood Specialist (ECS) for a cohort of PreK classrooms to provide consistent professional-embedded support through instructional coaching and lesson modeling.
Assist teachers in the implementation of a program aligned with Michigan Early Childhood Standards of Quality, Creative Curriculum for Preschool, and Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy and Mathematics.
Provide teachers with mentoring and training on GSRP requirements as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual.
Draft¿communication as it pertains to ongoing PreK professional development, curriculum initiatives, and GSRP requirements.
Ensure compliance with county and district policies and protocols¿related¿to professional development, curriculum initiatives, and GSRP requirements.
Monitor and review existing and potential¿professional development¿programs to ensure they are aligned with the district mission and vision.
Support school-based staff with executing the vision for excellent instruction through observing teachers, modeling lessons, and providing targeted professional development.
Develop and execute professional development in core content areas, in alignment with the vision for excellent instruction.
Develop and execute professional development designed to assist teachers with¿analyzing and acting upon student data from formative and summative standards-aligned assessments.
Maintain thorough records and documentation of professional development and training sessions for school staff.
Coordinate with professional development partners to enhance and support professional development¿workshops¿provided by district vendors.
Anti-Racism Commitment: Demonstrate a commitment to antiracism, center racial equity and inclusion, and bring practical solutions to issues of equity and inclusion in schools and on the team.
Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Security Clearance:
Internal Applicants
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check
External Applicants
In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.
Method of Application:
Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 873-6897.
DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.
