Curriculum Development Specialist (Career and Technical Education)

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree program from an accredited college or university
• Five years of full-time, paid, professional experience as a regularly appointed teacher and has involved supporting teachers in improving instructional practices, participating in curriculum development and providing professional development
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Career and Technical Education

• Demonstrated knowledge of:
  • the theory and principles of child growth and development.
  • theory and best practices in supporting language acquisition.
  • research related to the field of expertise and the ability to apply this research to practical situations.

• • Demonstrated ability to:
• relate the area of specialization in a relevant and intelligent manner to the instructional programs.
• use imagination in the utilization of materials and in the development of the curriculum.
• conduct research of varied programs and curriculum materials and methods for presenting new curricula in the classroom.
• design programs to improve educational achievement.
• manage and support the implementation of projects from start to completion.
• build partnerships with community organizations.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Certificates/Licenses

For the General Specialty

• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Level II or Vocational Level I or II teaching certification

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Nondiscrimination

The School District of Philadelphia provides to all persons equal access to all categories of employment in this district, regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 104 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.