Job Overview

The Global and Linguistic Studies Academy Coordinator serves as the LCPS leader of the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies at the assigned school and is responsible for the total operation of that program, including collaboration with division leadership and the principal. The Global and Linguistic Studies Academy Coordinator shall provide instructional leadership and administrative skills for the educational development of students and staff and promote appropriate family and community awareness. The Global and Linguistic Studies Academy Coordinator will support outreach and instruction while serving as a parent liaison and liaison to LCPS. Extensive networking with school-business partners in LCPS and with economic and political leaders across the DC Metro Area is also a key responsibility. 

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Assists division leaders in the implementation, supervision, and evaluation of the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies; in the evaluation of instructional and classified personnel; in the departmental budgeting process and the acquisition of supplies and supplementary materials for instructional use; in the coordination of programs and services related to Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies instruction
• Collaborates with the Director of Academic Programs, Director of Teaching and Learning K-12, Supervisor of Social Science and Global Studies, and Supervisor of World Languages and Cultures to  provide recommendations and guidance
• Coordinates and supervises all LCPS staff and central-level activities and programs related to the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies
• Outreaches with school-based staff at the middle and high school level to build awareness and interest in the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies
• Partners with the Division of Teaching and Learning in meeting curricular, co-curricular, credentials, work-based learning experiences, and instructional needs, and develops plans to meet those needs through coaching and professional learning
• Develops long and short-range plans to provide coaching and professional learning opportunities
• Assists the Division of Teaching and Learning and Student Services on items related to the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies such as program admission, transportation, or school counseling
• Serves with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in advancing educational and related activities and objectives

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

     Education

     Bachelor’s degree 

     Experience

     Five years experience as a teacher or administrator at the secondary or post-secondary level

     Licenses and Certifications

     Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to envision, articulate, and implement a clear strategic direction for the Academy of Global and Linguistic Studies.
• Possesses knowledge and effective skills in curriculum development, instructional practices, interpretation of data, and budget development.
• Knowledge of curriculum design principles.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a complex program, guide staff, and work across departments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled in fostering an inclusive, respectful, and culturally sensitive learning environment.
• Skilled in grant writing and building partnerships with external organizations.

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to: Supervisor, Social Science & Global Studies

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: 12 months/ 248 days/ 8 hours

Salary Level: Universal 20

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $109,393 - $177,439

Remote Work Eligible: No