Title Code:

Program Specialist: Academics

JOB SUMMARY
Plans, oversees, and leads projects from ideation through to completion at the direction of content/program supervisor in support of the AACPS Strategic Plan throughout the year. The role encompasses all aspects of assessment, curriculum, data analysis, instruction, professional learning for all stakeholders, implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and other local, state, and federal initiatives. The position is responsible for the facilitation of interactions with internal and external stakeholders, setting and maintaining deadlines, and ensuring successful completion of content/program projects. Provides support to school-based lead teacher- and school leadership relevant to the content/program.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

Ability to work flexible schedules
Evenings/Nights
Extended hours
Outside of normal business hours
Summer hours
Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a strategic and collaborative member of the program/content office to communicate AACPS’s mission, vision, goals, and expectations for assessment, curriculum, and instruction to school staff and community.
Plans, oversees, and leads program/content projects from ideation through to completion at the direction of content/program supervisor.
Supports system leadership in the review, adoption, writing, and implementation of researched based, standard aligned programming that contains best practices for school level implementation and planning for mastery of students.
Works with school administration and teacher leaders to ensure structures for the facilitation of planning to enhance teacher capacity.
Participates in local, state, and federal monitoring initiatives, including analyzing multiple measures of student achievement and performance data to evaluate program, curricular, assessment effectiveness and, adjust system resources to support on-track academic success of students.
Provides professional learning for all stakeholders at the school, system, and community level to understand and model researched based instructional best practices utilizing the lens of equity.
Implements system initiatives aligned to The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and other local, state, and federal requirements to ensure fidelity across all schools. Provides system oversight while monitoring school level implementation to ensure fidelity of program and documentation of services as appropriate.
Facilitates collaboration with internal offices from various departments and schools along with external offices and stakeholders, including local and state agencies, aligned with content/program initiatives to ensure voice, equity, and results on system initiatives.
Facilitates and plans system initiatives that occur for students and staff outside of the school day (e.g., evenings, weekends, summer) ensuring logistics and instruction align with system goals. Coordinates services through outsourcing with vendors and non-profit organizations.
Remains current with and models best practices in content/program area while working with local, state, and national content/program organizations to advance the work of the field.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field of education or related career technical area from a regionally accredited college or university required.
Master's Degree in related field of education or related career technical area from a regionally accredited college or university preferred;
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

Three (3) years successful classroom teaching experience required; or
Three (3) years coaching or training work with groups of youth or adult learners required.
One (1) year experience as a school-based teacher leader preferred; and
One (1) year experience providing professional development to adult learners preferred;
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of school organization, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization
Demonstrated leadership qualities as a member of an instructional staff.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with grade level, pre-kindergarten through 12, and collaborate with other disciplines to develop comprehensive programming for students.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form with diverse populations such as professional colleagues, staff, students, families, and community.
Demonstrated proficiency with business and instructional technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Smart technology, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) preferred; or
Hold or be eligible for Educator License: Advanced Professional License (APL) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) preferred.
Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE
Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities

Trains employees.
Directs the work of employees.
Provides feedback to assist the supervisor’s assessment of the employee’s performance.
Plans the work.
Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use.
Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Using hands to handle or feel: under 1/3 percent of the time
Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
Wrist deviation: under 1/3 percent of the time
Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time
Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time
Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time
Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time
Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time
Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time
Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
Bending: under 1/3 percent of the time
Twisting: under 1/3 percent of the time
Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time
Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the time
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: under 1/3 percent of the time
Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time

Exposure

Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

Up to 25 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

10% daily day/night travel within the county between schools and office locations.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:	7/1/2024
Established Date:	5/1/2023
Title Code:	B05714
Title:	PROGRAM SPECIALIST: ACADEMICS
Alternate Title:	Program Specialist: Academics
Reports to Generic:	Various Executives
Reports to Specific:

ORGANIZATION

Division:	Academics
Business Unit:	College & Career Readiness
Department:	Workforce Development
Negotiated Agreement:

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:	V
Days Worked:	260
FLSA Exemption Status:	Exempt
Grade:	PG05 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 5 – Professional Staff)
Essential Job:
Months Worked:	12
Hours Worked:	8
Job Family:	Instructional Services
Sub-Function:	Educational Specialists

VR# 24087