Job Description

Title:   COORDINATOR OF ARTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Position Type: Exempt

Primary Function:

Coordinates the translation of fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum goals and objectives into meaningful and effective learning experiences for each student in the Division.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience as a fine/performing arts or physical education teacher.
• Postgraduate Professional License in School Administration and completion of those courses at the graduate level that are pertinent to the assignment.
• Candidates working toward a Postgraduate Professional License in School Administration may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Considerable skill in the use of computer technology and data analysis in performance of tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.
• Demonstrates positive school-community relations.
• Ability to prepare required written reports including clear and concise reporting.
• Ability to work effectively with school personnel, students, parents, and members of the community.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Functions as a coordinator of fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum, instruction, and assessment; coordinates the selection of instructional supplies, equipment, textbooks, and other resources.
• Plans and facilitates workshops and other professional development programs designed to optimize delivery fine/performing arts and physical education instruction in the classroom.
• Recommends ways in which the fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum can be modified to meet the special learning needs of exceptional children.
• Engages in research related to fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum development and specific instructional programs; analyzes data to make informed instructional decisions.
• Leads the development of fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum projects and instructional publications; assists in the organization and implementation of curriculum-related meetings for staff and parents.
• Communicates the approved fine/performing arts and physical education curriculum to the professional staff and maintains documentation of approved instructional materials.
• Supports the Director of Curriculum and Instruction in working with principal and teacher committees; coordinates horizontally and vertically articulated grade level and department meetings.
• Supports the supervision of classroom instruction; models effective instructional strategies, and demonstrates appropriate use of instructional materials.
• Coordinates and manages specific academic, co-curricular, and grant-related programs.
• Evaluates instructional applicant files and interviews/assesses instructional applicants seeking employment.
• Participates in local, regional, and state organizations, conferences, and trainings; communicates all relevant information to stakeholders.
• Coordinates the use of the Division’s fine/performing arts and physical education programs by providing training and support to teachers and administrators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to:

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Terms of Employment:

Twelve months a year. Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.

Evaluation:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

6/22/2021