Job Details

* Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.

* East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Base Salary:

$55,386.00

Calandar:

Certified Exempt, 187 workdays

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

$500 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experience

New Hire Education:

$65/hour of graduate level credits: BA +45 hours max, MA +60 hours max $1000 for advanced degrees

Job Summary:

The Title I School Improvement Specialist is a master teacher and a communication link for curriculum and instruction issues between Teaching and Learning Department, other departments and the assigned Title I school site. The specialist assists, supports, and coaches staff members in effective instruction with emphasis in the curriculum areas of reading, writing and mathematics to ensure student success and academic achievement. Specialists promote school improvement by facilitating training, providing professional learning, and ensuring the implementation of AZ State Standards, district curriculum, and the School Integrated Action Plan (SIAP) including all ESEA compliance regulations. The goal of the school improvement specialist is to build capacity in the use of effective instruction by providing ongoing coaching, demonstration teaching, assistance with program monitoring, and prescriptive intervention strategies for all teachers.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits

Key Responsibilities:

This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role, detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully, with or without reasonable accommodations.

* Effective in communication, planning, organization, presentation, and leadership skills; able to work with and motivate others

* Ability to plan and present information/training for the adult learner

* Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of effective instructional strategies and evidence-based best practices

* Knowledge of effective coaching practices

* Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of a variety of assessment methods

* Understands the purpose and specifics of core, supplemental, and intervention programs and serves as a guide to the staff to effectively implement these programs

* Models direct, explicit systematic instruction including effective teaching techniques and strategies

* Understands and interprets assessment data, both formal and informal, to inform instructional decisions

* Ability to maintain and monitor large budget/s

* Attends, participates and/or facilitates regular Professional Learning Communities

* Increases and enhances own professional knowledge, skills, and expertise about effective instruction and school improvement

* Able to work effectively and efficiently without constant supervision and under stressful timelines

* Demonstrates knowledge of national, state, and district standards and trends concerning instructional methods, resources, and strategies

* Is an active, participating member of district assigned design teams

* Disseminates and discusses curriculum related district issues and information to/with site administrators and/or teachers

* Assists with the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the school integrated action plan and align student needs with title I expenditures/budget

* Assists and supports staff in providing effective instruction and improving student achievement

* Supports district staff in mentoring new/probationary teachers in establishing effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques

* Coordinates and provides on-site curriculum related professional learning (class demos, workshops, in-services, classes, etc.)

* Keeps principals, teachers, and instructional assistants up to date on effective instructional strategies, techniques, activities, and materials, that through research, have proven to increase student achievement

* Models best instructional practices through classroom demonstration lessons

* Assist staff with the understanding and interpretation of assessment data to inform instructional decisions

* Coaches staff members in effective instruction

* Supervises, schedules, informs, trains, and evaluates instructional assistants

* Ensures student eligibility and participation in extended services are maintained (before/after school or summer school)

* Assists with staff training and ensuring that time and effort logs are reviewed, maintained and enforced

* Assists and/or coordinates the implementation and interpretation of a comprehensive needs assessment

* Assists with coordination of parental involvement meetings, workshops, family academic events, curriculum nights

* Assists with the development and distribution of parent involvement policy and parent school compact

* Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

Education:

* Bachelor's degree

* Valid Arizona teaching Certification

Experience:

* Five years of successful teaching experience

* Experience working with site-based teams

* Expertise in working with colleagues in areas of professional learning, learning teams, new teacher support and/or instructional planning

Skills & Competencies:

This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role, enabling effective performance, adaptability, and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.

* Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

* Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community

* Effective in communication, planning, organization, presentation, and leadership skills; able to work with and motivate others

* Knowledge and understanding of effective strategies for instructing diverse learners

* Demonstrates proficiency with technology including presentation equipment, word processing and desktop publishing; and a willingness to innovatively use technology

* Exhibits professional attitude, appearance, and demeanor

* Aware and knowledgeable of current ESEA guidelines

* Demonstrates knowledge and skills in areas such as mentoring; classroom management; alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; peer coaching

* Exemplary professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office, classroom, or other settings, and if there are physical activities like standing, walking, or lifting.

* Primarily works in classrooms, offices, and meeting rooms within a school campus

* Regularly uses computers, educational software, and data analysis tools to track student progress and develop improvement plans

* May need to travel between schools or district offices for meetings, training sessions, and site visits

* Able and willing to work outside the traditional working hours and calendar of teachers, including evenings, weekends, and summers

* Regular movement around classrooms and school buildings to observe instruction, provide support, and facilitate workshops

* Occasionally required to carry materials such as books, binders, or presentation equipment (typically under 25 lbs)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.