Chicago Public Schools
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Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.
The Office of Teaching and Learning provides school administrators and teachers with the professional learning and resources needed to engage students in rich and rewarding learning experiences. The Office is comprised of various academic and support departments, which work collaboratively to support students’ growth and progress in meeting or exceeding state standards for academic excellence.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Instructional Systems and Supports, the Grading Practices Coordinator will work closely with colleagues in the development of a district grading policy and an equity action plan to address and adjust the district’s current grading practices. Designated to support either elementary schools or high schools, this position will be responsible for ensuring that their respective schools in the district are implementing equitable grading practices aligned with all district grading policies, as well as ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient grading for those schools. This is a full-time exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Grading Practices Coordinator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
Review and assess grading policies and practices to identify opportunities to advance equity and consistency
Monitor systems and processes that support the implementation of district grading policies and practices
Support the district-wide implementation of the Comprehensive Grading Guidelines
Develop and maintain guidance, resources, and tools to support consistent local implementation of grading policies
Provide targeted technical assistance to schools in developing school-level grading practices aligned with district guidelines
Identify implementation needs and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen grading practices, systems, and supports across schools
Serve as the primary point of contact for schools regarding grading policies, practices, and implementation.
Support the evaluation and resolution of grade-related appeals associated with Summer Bridge programming
Collaborate with the Student Information System (SIS/Aspen) team to develop, coordinate, and manage the annual grade reporting calendar
Other duties as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Grading Practices Coordinator must possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in the K-12 education field (ex: administrative or instructional roles)
Experience with the delivery of training programs using a variety of instructional techniques
Instructional experience and/or familiarity with school grading practices preferred
Ability to articulate a vision, set high standards, and effectively guide schools and principals in the realization of expectations set with grading practices
Ability to define problems, analyze data, and outline valid conclusions and action steps to support the continuous improvement of training programs, methods, and materials.
Strong communication skills (speaking - including presentations - listening, and writing)
Demonstrate high levels of integrity, honesty, credibility, and the courage to make difficult yet necessary decisions
Effective strategic planning capabilities, including the ability to establish long-term vision and goals, and align/manage activities toward goal fulfillment
Knowledge of operations, management and organizational development
Ability to build collaborative relationships with a variety of constituent groups, including external partners, to ensure the entire system operates in the most effective manner possible to support schools and principals
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
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