Brief Job Overview/Summary

The GOALS/GEAR UP program at Stockton University is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual committed to providing students in Atlantic City and Pleasantville School Districts curriculum for post-secondary education. The Curriculum specialist will be responsible for creating academic year (October through May) and Summer (June through August) curriculum courses for Middle and High School students in grades 7-12.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Read interpret and implement curriculum guidelines
• Ensure that all Performance Standards are documented
• Develop assessment and evaluation based on program objectives
• Provide training for staff and team members related to pedagogy, literacy, and essential skills to achieve the most s desirable outcomes for students
• Ensure curriculum is aligned with NJSLS and ASCAS, and compliments that of Pleasantville and Atlantic City Schools
• Identify and utilize all resources within the community and maintain positive relationships with state and local policy makers
• Oversee and implement curriculum and best practices to ensure quality teaching and learning
• Develop and revise Instructional Plan to meet Performance Standards
• Track student progress, course goals, objectives, and outcomes
• Evaluate and measure program outcomes, analyze data, and prepare reports
• Some weekend and summer duties as directed by the GOALS/GEAR UP Director
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for K-12 and the American School Counselor Association Standards
• Knowledgeable of subject differentiation
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as activity plans and curriculum; ability to write reports, proposals, and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of teachers, students, parents and mentors
• Ability to work with mathematical concept such as probability and statistical inference develop charts and graphs based on data tables; ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized solutions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational and very detail oriented. Highly skilled with PC programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, and internet

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in middle, secondary or post-secondary education, student counseling, and programs for disadvantaged students
• Familiarity with the National Common Core Standards
• Must have a valid NJ driver’s license
• Must have a valid New Jersey teacher certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree