Language and Literacy Consultant
- Employer
- University of Central Missouri
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jul 26, 2021
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Position Title School Improvement Consultant Working Title Language and Literacy Consultant Department 240070-Regional Professional Development Pay Rate $4000.00/Monthly FTE 1.0 FLSA Exempt Position Number 997066 Classification CJS16 Special Instructions to Applicants:
A complete UCM electronic application of employment, cover letter and resume required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applicants for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Two positions available.
NOTE : A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status and people with disabilities. Working hours:
Professional Hours Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 07/26/2021 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose
Provide educators with support to assist districts in the development and implementation of effective language and literacy instructional methods, assessments and/or activities related to improving academic performance. Collaborate with other initiatives and interagency work of the RPDCs and DESE to provide support to identified districts and schools. Education & Formal Training Bachelor's degree (Specify field(s) of study below) Other Education & Formal Training
Bachelor’s degree in the following field(s) of study: language and literacy, educational leadership, technology, curriculum/assessment or appropriate related field or evidence of equivalency.
(Master’s degree preferred)
Master’s degree in the following field(s) of study: language and literacy, educational leadership, technology, curriculum/assessment or related field preferred.
Formal and informal group presentation skills, facilitation skills, educational coaching skills required.
Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Desktop Publishing, Other - social media, Google, Zoom, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, and web browsers. Experience
Ten (10) years successful general and/or special education classroom teaching, concentration, specialization and/or emphasis in language and literacy is required, school improvement planning, administration, or related experience in public education in Missouri. Experience with group facilitation and presentation required.
Experience with science of reading and associated instructional, intervention and assessment practices required.
Ten years of classroom experience and elementary or secondary content-specific teaching certificate required. Other Experience Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements
Valid teaching certificate and/or administrative certificate. Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE Requires comprehensive knowledge of:
The following methodology and implementation processes relative to Language and Literacy (including, but not limited to):
· Creating a collaborative culture
· Leadership and effective teaming
· Common formative assessments
· Goal setting (collective inquiry and problem solving)
· Continuous learning
· Research-based effective teaching/learning practices
· Data (collecting, analyzing, and data-based decision-making)
· Effective professional development standards for adult learners
· The change process and systems change
· Integration of school improvement efforts
· School-based implementation coaching
· Cultural awareness
Requires a skill base of:
· Effective collaborative team facilitation processes/practices
· Group presentation skills
· Coaching, modeling, consulting, and facilitation skills
· Conflict resolution and problem-solving processes
· Leadership skills
· Use of technology to enhance professional development
· Delivery of high quality professional development coaching
· Meeting deadlines
· Accurately and timely preparing reports and progress logs
Specify sensory abilities: Physical & Environmental Factors: Lifting (weight) - minimum of 25 lbs. Other Physical & Environmental Factors Lifting weight Special Working Conditions: Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance Other Special Working Conditions
Physical ability to travel by car. Ability to Keyboard Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
Position Title School Improvement Consultant Working Title Language and Literacy Consultant Department 240070-Regional Professional Development Pay Rate $4000.00/Monthly FTE 1.0 FLSA Exempt Position Number 997066 Classification CJS16 Special Instructions to Applicants:
A complete UCM electronic application of employment, cover letter and resume required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applicants for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Two positions available.
NOTE : A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status and people with disabilities. Working hours:
Professional Hours Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 07/26/2021 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose
Provide educators with support to assist districts in the development and implementation of effective language and literacy instructional methods, assessments and/or activities related to improving academic performance. Collaborate with other initiatives and interagency work of the RPDCs and DESE to provide support to identified districts and schools. Education & Formal Training Bachelor's degree (Specify field(s) of study below) Other Education & Formal Training
Bachelor’s degree in the following field(s) of study: language and literacy, educational leadership, technology, curriculum/assessment or appropriate related field or evidence of equivalency.
(Master’s degree preferred)
Master’s degree in the following field(s) of study: language and literacy, educational leadership, technology, curriculum/assessment or related field preferred.
Formal and informal group presentation skills, facilitation skills, educational coaching skills required.
Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Desktop Publishing, Other - social media, Google, Zoom, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, and web browsers. Experience
Ten (10) years successful general and/or special education classroom teaching, concentration, specialization and/or emphasis in language and literacy is required, school improvement planning, administration, or related experience in public education in Missouri. Experience with group facilitation and presentation required.
Experience with science of reading and associated instructional, intervention and assessment practices required.
Ten years of classroom experience and elementary or secondary content-specific teaching certificate required. Other Experience Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements
Valid teaching certificate and/or administrative certificate. Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE Requires comprehensive knowledge of:
The following methodology and implementation processes relative to Language and Literacy (including, but not limited to):
· Creating a collaborative culture
· Leadership and effective teaming
· Common formative assessments
· Goal setting (collective inquiry and problem solving)
· Continuous learning
· Research-based effective teaching/learning practices
· Data (collecting, analyzing, and data-based decision-making)
· Effective professional development standards for adult learners
· The change process and systems change
· Integration of school improvement efforts
· School-based implementation coaching
· Cultural awareness
Requires a skill base of:
· Effective collaborative team facilitation processes/practices
· Group presentation skills
· Coaching, modeling, consulting, and facilitation skills
· Conflict resolution and problem-solving processes
· Leadership skills
· Use of technology to enhance professional development
· Delivery of high quality professional development coaching
· Meeting deadlines
· Accurately and timely preparing reports and progress logs
Specify sensory abilities: Physical & Environmental Factors: Lifting (weight) - minimum of 25 lbs. Other Physical & Environmental Factors Lifting weight Special Working Conditions: Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance Other Special Working Conditions
Physical ability to travel by car. Ability to Keyboard Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Company
The University of Central Missouri is an innovative school that offers a high-quality education while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country.
The University of Central Missouri believes its responsibility is to enrich each student’s perspective through a cumulative experience that starts with academic rigor and integrates applied learning and servant-leadership opportunities. Our model of continuous learning allows each student to find and fulfill his or her own sense of purpose. By engaging students with multiple sources of learning and creating a dynamic environment that encourages individuals to find their passions and reach beyond themselves, UCM prepares students by giving them knowledge and experiences that broaden and deepen their education so they may flourish in a world of accelerated change.
The University of Central Missouri has two campus locations, a site office at Whiteman Air Force Base and an online presence. Both UCM campuses are centrally located in Missouri, which means you're close to just about everything.
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