Department: Education Services

Program: Curriculum and Instruction 

Reports to: Program Manager

Classification/Range: Licensed

Schedule: 210 days per year

Ideal start date: July 01, 2024 (2024-2025 School Year)

POSITION PURPOSE: 

Provides regular reflective and relationship-based coaching and professional development to teachers and instructional leaders working in early childhood programs including those participating in Multnomah County’s publicly funded Preschool for All program. Partners with teachers and administrators to meet classroom and program goals, best-practice standards and increase the level of job-embedded professional development, and establish a mindset of continuous quality improvement.

NATURE & SCOPE: 

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations, and applicable state and federal statutes. This position carries no administrative authority or responsibility. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with districts, Child Care Resource & Referral, ESD staff, and community partners in the service of preschool and early learning. 
• Assist the Department of Instruction/School Improvement and Preschool & Early Learning Division staff at Multnomah County with an assessment of the needs of local districts and development of the local implementation of long-range goals of Preschool for All implementation. 
• Support individual districts to prepare for new or expanded preschool offerings and assist with the facilitation and implementation of specified projects in curriculum, instruction, coordination, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices. 
• Maintain alignment with the goals of the Preschool for All (PFA) initiative and the PFA coaching team at Mt. Hood Community College Child Care Resource & Referral. 
• Facilitate regional coordination and implementation of best practices in early learning, early literacy, and culturally affirming/responsive practices in school district preschools in partnership with Preschool & Early Learning Division staff at Multnomah County. 
•  Support culturally responsive and inclusive teaching, curriculum development, and family engagement for diverse populations. 
• Develop and facilitate training, professional learning, and technical assistance opportunities for district staff in early learning, inclusive practices, culturally relevant teaching, family engagement strategies for educators, and early literacy development in preschool.
• Conduct research, locate resources, and provide written information relating to preschool implementation as needed or requested. 
• Organize, plan for, and meet deadlines and coordinate multiple projects as assigned. 
• Assist with locating, writing, facilitating, and implementing grants or grant opportunities for MESD or local districts. 
• Maintain regular and timely attendance. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Attends MESD advisory meetings, department meetings, and other meetings as requested. 
• Consults with principals and curriculum directors to assess the needs of individual districts and assist them with the design of professional development. 
• Contributes to a positive and productive work environment. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

Equity: Lead and support regional equity initiatives

Vision: Lead with vision, follow-through, and student focus. 

Trust: Develop trust among coworkers and students through honesty and fairness. 

Communication: Communicate in an inclusive, effective, and collaborative manner. 

Personal Qualities: Be respectful, excel in customer service, caring, humble, and courageous. 

Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

Attendance: Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students, peers, and programming outcomes. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge and experience in the Oregon Early Learning Standards, Common Core State Standards, Social Emotional Learning, Trauma-Informed Practices, Inclusive Practices, Multilingual Learners, Culturally Affirming/Culturally Relevant curriculum, instruction, and assessment. 
• Have a deep knowledge of schools and confidence in navigating districts.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills that allow for collaborative relationships with district personnel and other agency staff. 
• Strong commitment to racial equity and experience utilizing a racial equity lens in decision-making. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Ability to be fluid, flexible, and comfortable with committee work and special projects and work with a rapidly changing set of responsibilities. 
• Experience facilitating staff development. 
• Experience supporting students whose first language is not English. 
• Experience in early childhood education is required, including building partnerships with families.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Experience providing instructional coaching and/or staff development for early learning.
• Experience with inclusive practices and/or supporting multilingual learners.
• Candidates who have experience working in Special Education services with our youngest learners are highly encouraged to apply.
• A valid Oregon teaching license is preferred, but not required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree with training in educational emphasis in the appropriate fields of curriculum, instruction, and assessment and/or
• Two years of experience working in a preschool setting and/or five years of experience working in a public school setting o
• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a wide variety of locations, including office and school environments. Work typically involves sitting, walking, and attending evening and weekend meetings. This position requires the use of computers, office equipment, and frequent local/regional travel. The ability to work remotely on a computer for a long period is required. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility:  Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.
• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Vision:  Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.
• Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Hearing/speaking: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand. 
• Emotional/Psychological: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations, remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs, handle stress and pressure effectively, and adapt to change in the workplace. 

BENEFITS: 

• The district pays full medical, dental, and vision premiums for eligible employees and dependents
• Two medical insurance plan options: 
• Group Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Opt-Out option
• MESD pays employee’s 6% Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) contribution
• Paid holidays, sick leave personal time off, and vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development 

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations, and applicable state and federal statutes. This position does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

NOTE: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,  including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender,  sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans status,  genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment. 

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.