Curriculum and Test Coordinator

Title: Curriculum and Test Coordinator ~ Special Education

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Laurel, Maryland

What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools is a private special education day school for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our schools embrace the whole child and family with all their strengths and challenges. We provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What the Curriculum & Test Coordinator does:

Provides leadership and coordination in all areas of language arts and educational assessment; oversees the operations of the libraries.

DUTIES:

• Provide support and guidance to teaching staff in language arts and reading.
• Model effective instructional techniques in the classroom.
• Train staff in testing instrument usage and assessment data interpretation.
• Develop and administer diagnostic tests for students, prescribing appropriate teaching strategies.
• Deliver individual and small group instruction in reading, as well as content area subjects as needed.
• Conduct educational evaluations and attend relevant testing-related meetings.
• Assist with the coordination and administration of state assessments.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and implement behavior management programs.
• Coordinate student assessment with curriculum and supplemental reading programs.
• Oversee library upgrades, materials usage, and maintenance.
• Attend team meetings and perform additional assigned duties as needed.