Coordinator, Advanced Academic Programs

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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

Job Posting End Date:

06-29-2026

Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on June 28, 2026 and applications will be screened and evaluated in the order they are submitted. Interviews for best qualified candidates are anticipated to occur between July 1 and July 7.

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, the Coordinator of Advanced Academic Programs provides leadership to ensure equitable access to high-quality advanced learning opportunities for PreK-12 students. The Coordinator oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HCPSS Advanced Academic Programs in alignment with system priorities and COMAR 13A.04.07 (Gifted and Talented Education). The Coordinator leads the implementation of universal screening, differentiated services, data collection and analysis, and professional learning to support advanced learners. Through collaboration with schools, central offices, and community partners, the Coordinator promotes access to talent development opportunities and ensures the delivery of differentiated instruction and services within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field.

Certification/Licensure:

• Hold a current Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) professional certificate or license in an MSDE licensure area at the time of application with any of the additional endorsements below:  
  • Administrator I or II 
  • Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals 

Applicants who do not already possess the required licensure above may be considered if you are eligible through one of the pathways below: 

• Hold a current MSDE professional certificate or license and complete all MSDE requirements for the Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals endorsement by the position effective date. 
• Have completed a Maryland Approved Program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal or principal by the position effective date.

• Have completed an approved out-of-State program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal, or principal and includes a supervised clinical practicum and earn passing score on the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (Praxis 6990) by the position ef