Secondary Writing Coach

About the Employer

CMS: Secondary Writing Coach (Job ID# 3963)

Position Summary

The secondary writing coach assists students in the development of their written communication skills and creates and manages authentic writing opportunities/events. The secondary writing coach works collaboratively with school administration, staff, and students to determine writing needs, and develops and facilitates writing workshops, partnerships, and publication opportunities.

Reports to

Supervisor of Secondary English/Language Arts and School Principal.

Qualifications and Experience

At the time of application, the candidate must possess:

A passion for writing as a means of self-expression.

Proficient knowledge of Office 365, Google Docs, FlipGrid, and database software applicable to the department.

Knowledge of instructional/tutoring practices related to developing diversified writing skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

Demonstrated leadership skills and project management; able to meet deadlines and carry a project to its completion.

Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and summarize data and write reports.

Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relations and work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, administration, and community partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct needs assessments for student writing; compile and analyze CCPS writing data; identify strengths and deficiencies; prepare reports as necessary.

Identify students for emerging and advanced writing opportunities.

Advise, coach and document student progress in the development of writing/writing process.

Provide instructional and technical support to students, faculty, and parents on instructional strategies, academic software, subject databases, materials and ELA tutorials supporting writing/the writing process.

Work collaboratively with student writers to establish voice and self-confidence; provide practical feedback and reflection opportunities during workshops and one-on-one conferences.

Organize schoolwide writing workshops, parent nights, and student writing publication opportunities.

Other Duties

Performs related work as required or assigned by the school principal or designee.

Physical Demands

The position is in a typical school environment.

Unusual Demands

May be subject to a flexible work schedule.

Terms of Employment

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current year. Extra pay for extra duty longevity pay schedule.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by Calvert County Public Schools.

Effective Date of Position

SY26-27

Application Procedure

Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking System located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

This position remains open until it is filled. References must be directly related to work experience and must include immediate supervisor.

State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen.

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Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Director of Student Services Director of Human Resources: 443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

Anti-Sexual, Anti-Racial and Anti-Disability Harassment Statement

Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment.

Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to:

Ms. Sabrina Bergen Director of Student Services
Calvert County Public Schools
1305 Dares Beach Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to:

Mr. Zachary Seawell Director of Human Resources
Calvert County Public Schools
1305 Dares Beach Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation into any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.