26/27 World Language Instructional Coach & Language Acquisition for Global Readiness (LAGR) Project Manager (12 months, Grant-Funded thru 2031) 215036

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CUMBERLAND COUNTY SCHOOLS Job Description TITLE: World Language Instructional Coach & Language Acquisition for Global Readiness (LAGR) Project Manager (grant-funded - 2031) FLSA STATUS: Exempt QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Bachelor’s degree in World Languages, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field from an accredited institution. Valid North Carolina teaching license. Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience, preferably in world language or dual language/immersion education. Demonstrated knowledge of NC World Language Essential Standards, ACTFL proficiency guidelines, acquisition-driven instruction, and proficiency-based instruction and assessment. Experience in instructional coaching, professional development, curriculum development, PLC facilitation, or teacher leadership. Experience coordinating educational projects or grant-funded initiatives, including planning, implementation, monitoring, documentation, and resource management. Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, presentation, technology, and project-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License. Preferred: Master’s degree in World Languages, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field. Experience supporting world language, immersion, or dual language programs. Experience managing grant-funded educational initiatives. REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent, 6-12 Curriculum & Instruction PROGRAM SUPERVISION: District World Language Curriculum Specialist JOB GOAL: To combine two complementary areas of responsibility: World Language Instructional Coaching (50%) and LAGR project management (50%). Provides job-embedded instructional support to world language and immersion teachers and supports the successful implementation of LAGR project goals. Works collaboratively with the District World Language Curriculum Specialist, Assistant Superintendent, school administrators, teachers, district staff, and community partners to ensure that instructional initiatives and project activities are implemented effectively and aligned with the district’s goals and objectives, North Carolina World Language Essential Standards, ACTFL guidelines, and student proficiency goals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: World Language Instructional Coaching (50%): Provides job-embedded instructional coaching to world language and immersion teachers. Facilitates coaching cycles that include goal setting, classroom observation, feedback, reflection, and follow-up support. Models and supports acquisition-driven, communicative, and proficiency-based instructional practices through coaching, demonstration lessons, and co-teaching. Facilitates system-wide professional learning, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and collaborative teacher teams aligned with district instructional goals and identified teacher needs. Supports teachers in implementing the North Carolina World Language Essential Standards and ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Assists teachers with the effective integration of digital instructional resources. Supports teachers in analyzing student proficiency data, including STAMP and district assessment data, to inform instruction. Assists teachers with lesson planning, instructional strategies, differentiation, assessment, and student engagement. Supports implementation and fidelity of district world language and immersion programs. Shares research, resources, instructional strategies, and effective practices with teachers and professional learning communities. Collaborates with administrators and other instructional leaders to strengthen teaching and student learning. LAGR Project Management (50%): Coordinates the day-to-day implementation of LAGR project activities, initiatives, and deliverables. Develops and maintains project timelines, implementation schedules, records, and progress reports; monitor progress toward established goals, deliverables, and outcomes. Coordinates communication among district staff, schools, teachers, community organizations, businesses, vendors, and other project partners. Assists the District World Language Curriculum Specialist with project planning, budget monitoring, resource allocation, purchasing, and implementation. Coordinates project-related professional development, meetings, events, and learning opportunities. Supports outreach efforts that expand educational and experiential learning opportunities for students. Collects and organizes implementation data and other evidence needed to evaluate project effectiveness. Identifies implementation challenges and provides the District World Language Curriculum Specialist with timely updates and recommendations. Assists in preparing project updates and reports for district leadership and the Board of Education. Supports sustainability planning and continued development of project initiatives. Completes other project-related responsibilities as assigned by the District World Language Curriculum Specialist. COLLABORATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY: The World Language Instructional Coach & LAGR Project Manager will work under the direction of the District World Language Curriculum Specialist. Provides regular updates regarding project implementation and instructional coaching activities. Maintains documentation of project activities, coaching support, professional development, and outcomes. Uses project, teacher, and student data to identify needs and recommend next steps. Collaborates with the District World Language Curriculum Specialist to establish annual priorities, project milestones, coaching goals, and measures of success. Ensures that project management and instructional coaching activities remain aligned with district goals and LAGR requirements. The 50/50 allocation represents the overall scope of the position. Specific responsibilities may vary throughout the year based on project timelines, instructional needs, and district priorities while maintaining the overall balance between instructional coaching and project management. Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Coordinator of Equity and Opportunity. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders. Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must be certified to teach in the state of North Carolina.