Effective date:       July 1, 2024

Department:          General Education      

Reports to:             Early Childhood and Parenting Services Director

Job Goals:               The Early Childhood Specialist (ECS) will facilitate evidence-based practices in early childhood classrooms; specifically, CLASS assessment support for preschool staff. The purpose of this position is to assist the MAISD and LEAs with professional development and integration of evidenced based assessment, curriculum, and instructional practices. This position will focus on coaching in preschool level classrooms, with teaching staff.

The ECS will be responsible for providing coaching and leadership in implementing evidenced  based literacy programming and initiatives throughout the MAISD. ECS will coach GSRP teaching teams, plan, organize, implement, and when appropriate deliver, and provide professional development opportunities for teachers, parents, and community partners in alignment with GSRP, MTSS, and MAISD mission, vision, and goals.

*Wage:   *5 hours per week at $30 per hour, No benefits

*Terms of Employment:   *Contracted Employee (Will receive 1099)- 52 weeks.

Opening/Commencing:  July 1, 2024