Curriculum Instructional Specialist - ELA - Humanities

Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

Job Summary:

The ELA CIS works in collaboration with the UCP Consortium Education Leadership Team, UCP Administrators, educators and Art Integration Specialists.  The objective is to develop the capacity of instructional leaders and educators in delivering, promoting, and supporting effective and innovative ELA/Humanities instruction and integration designed to increase student ELA - Humanities achievement in every building, for each student.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and support the implementation of a consortium plan for innovative ELA, Writing, Social Studies, History, and Civics initiatives.
• Develop and implement quality, research-based professional learning in Humanities for campus leadership, faculty and staff.
• Provide technical assistance and support to teachers, tutors and campus administrators by interpreting and analyzing student data, assisting with program planning, and providing feedback concerning curriculum implementation.
• Analyze academic and instructional data to identify trends and drive decision making across the consortium.
• Conducts classroom observations to help identify strengths and areas of growth related to ELA-Humanities instruction and program implementation using UCP’s instructional coaching cycle.
• Provide embedded coaching and feedback to teachers and instructional staff and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom.
• Works alongside participating teachers, coaches, teacher leaders, tutors and principals modeling effective classroom practices, observing instruction, and facilitating reflection to promote student learning.
• Provides support and professional learning in standards-based lesson planning.
• Assists in collaboration of curriculum writing in ELA - Humanities
• Make recommendations on ELA – Humanities curricula initiatives/purchases and assist on coordination of purchases.
• Coordinates, organizes, and promotes ELA - Humanities Consortium Events
• Provides support to 21st CCLC program/other after school and summer programs for ELA – Humanities
• Pilot and evaluate new instructional tools and programs and creative instructional practices that engage and increase access/learning gains for all learners.
• Ensure all ELA instructional materials are accessible and inclusive for students with diverse needs.
• Assist with grant writing/reporting and budget monitoring as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• What UCP Offers

  Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.

  UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Education and Training:

• Valid Florida teaching certificate
• ESE endorsement or certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in content area; master’s degree preferred.
• Reading Endorsed
• Education Leadership certification preferred.
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Minimum Experience/Skills

• 3-5 years in