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Instructional Support Coordinator – Language, Culture and Equity
Job Description
Poudre School District is seeking a skilled leader to serve as the Coordinator of Language, Culture, and Equity, ensuring all students receive the access, support, and resources necessary to thrive. This role focuses on strengthening partnerships with staff, families, and community members to foster collaboration and support student needs. The ideal candidate will champion systemic improvements, work closely with educators and community partners, and drive meaningful progress to expand opportunities for all students.
Position Summary:
Responsible for developing and sustaining internal capacity to provide professional development courses and job-embedded professional development to site-based leadership, teaching, and district level teams with a focus on fostering success for all students. Assist in building the knowledge, skill, will, and capacity of teachers, principals, and district leadership to create and sustain quality learning experiences and environments for all students. Build the capacity for school leaders to address and respond to reports of discrimination, harassment and/or Title VI complaints. Responsible for grant writing and maintenance, specifically regarding Title VI federal grant and others as they become available. Facilitate critical community, staff, and student groups to inform and build positive learning environments and best teaching practices within the district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with district departments and key vested partners on the development and implementation of Title II, IV, VI, VII, and IX programs to: a. Ensure and enforce standards for all grant compliance in programs which include but are not limited to services, benefits, time and effort, and grant reporting. b. Build capacity in leadership to proactively prevent, receive, investigate, and resolve violations and related reports, including strengthening relationships with families and students who have experience instances of discrimination and harassment within the district.
- Work directly with PSD school teams to build their capacity in addressing the needs of the school community in supporting all students with proactive practices. Train and coach staff by co-creating lesson plans, co-teaching, coaching, and mentoring teachers and principals on best instructional practices for all students. Build and implement courses for teachers and principals in PSD’s course catalog for teaching best practice. Build resources and communications to all employee groups to ensure access to events, resources, and professional practices.
- Coach and mentor teachers, principals and district leaders to enhance efficacy. Monitor progress of staff towards goals and adjust support as needed, including building capacity around the critical skills of reciprocal communication with all families, students, and community members.
- Collaborate and train educators, administrators, and other central office departments and leaders to: a. Analyze current practices and policies to enhance mental health and belonging. b. Facilitate professional learning opportunities that align with the district strategic plan and Unified Improvement Plan. c. Serve as critical member and leader on various district committees. d. Conduct ongoing review and analysis to identify potential risks and mitigate the risk of bias.
- Continuously gather and use feedback from students, parents, and staff in the PSD community to inform efforts. Monitor student data as it relates to disproportionality in outcomes and lead efforts to address the gaps. Coordinate Board of Education resolution efforts and attend BOE meetings for resolutions in support of teachers, students, and staff.
- Represent PSD in external groups to support partnerships and connections.
- Facilitate student, staff and community committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in related educational field preferred
- A minimum of 5 years of related work experience with demonstrated success facilitating complex systems that unifies the organization for the benefit of all students
- Equivalent combination of experience and education accepted
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:
- Criminal background check required for hire
- Valid Colorado Teaching License preferred
- Valid Colorado Principal or Administrator License preferred
TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
- Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by individuals from all backgrounds, paired with a demonstrated ability to create learning environments that support all students, families, and staff to success
- Demonstrated knowledge about all identities and backgrounds as it relates to education
- Knowledge of researched based instructional strategies and differentiated teaching approaches to support the academic growth of all students
- Instructional experience required including adult learning, staff development, and teacher/principal coaching
- Ability to address factors such as background, lived experiences, trauma, and/or socio-economic status influence education and to apply this understanding to instructional practices
- Experience working with a wide range of backgrounds and learning needs
- Bilingual/Biliterate preferred
- Self-directed, reflective, and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative for new program development related to fostering a positive learning environment
- Oral and written communication skills, including presentation and facilitation skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment
- Ability to communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members
- Ability to be a part of, work with, and lead a team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
- Ability to manage multiple priorities • Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
- Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
- Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, administrative guidelines and building and department procedures
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
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Information specific to this position:
- Pay Range: $90,570- $116,382 (minimum-to 75% into range), based on qualifications and experience (This pay range is based on the 2024-25 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process around May 2025 for the 2025-26 school year)
- This is a full-time, year-round position (260 days)
- Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.
