Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Supervise and oversee the development and distribution of secondary science support resources for the Alabama Course of Study standards and best practices in science instruction.
• Supervise and oversee the development and delivery of both asynchronous and synchronous professional learning opportunities which support LEA implementation of current K-5 Alabama Course of Study: Science standards and best practices in science instruction.
• Supervise and oversee the development of on-site support structures and delivery of assistance to LEAs for implementation of current Grades 6-12 Alabama Course of Study: Science standards and best practices in science instruction.
• Communicate, collaborate, and coordinate with regional AMSTI sites in their provision of quality and efficient technical assistance and service to LEAs to meet ALSDE and AMSTI strategic goals.
• Coordinate the collection, analysis, interpretation, and use of date to inform decisions related to AMSTI and other STEM curricula, professional development, and classroom instruction.
• Adhere and follow all state requirements to monitor assigned employees, create professional learning plans for their performance and growth, complete appraisals to raise staff professionalism or provide progressive discipline as needed, complete reports, and any other requirements.
• Collaborates with other ALSDE sections and outside entities on assigned projects and support aligned to the ALSDE Strategic Plan, and focus areas from the Office of Student Learning such that the assigned responsibilities of the projects are completed and/or implemented successfully.
• Travel in-state and out-of-state is required.

Education:

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education, teacher leader, instructional leadership, school counseling, or other related education specialty area.

Experience:

• Five years of professional experience in teaching, education administration, or a related assignment. School- and district-level leadership and/or coaching experience, with a proven record of systemic change related to student learning and achievement, is preferred.

Other Skills:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
• Use Microsoft Office proficiently; including Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience using collaborative computing tools (e.g. One Drive) to facilitate the sharing and collaboration of digital artifacts
• Use a variety of online platforms (G-Suite, Monday.com)
• Organize and manage multiple assignments (projects) concurrently with little supervision
• Understand and apply effective motivational and problem-solving skills
• Manage conflict resolution efficiently and effectively
• Understand and apply 3-dimensional science instruction and assessment
• Understand and communicate research-based strategies, materials, and models

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit their website at Alabama State Personnel Department for instructions on the application process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email a cover letter and résumé as an attachment to:

Email your cover letter and resume to: