School Curriculum Specialist Jobs in Towson, MD

A School Curriculum Specialist is an integral part of school administration who is tasked with developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum programs for schools. They work closely with teachers and education administrators to identify educational needs, set learning goals, and establish policies and standards. They also play a key role in ensuring that the curriculum aligns with mandated learning benchmarks and standards. The curriculum specialist will often lead teacher training sessions, review and select textbooks and other educational materials, and advise on instructional methodologies.

Important skills for a School Curriculum Specialist include strong communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and a deep understanding of educational theories and practices. They should have a strong knowledge of curriculum design and development, pedagogical methods, and assessment techniques. A master's degree in education or a related field is typically required, and some states may require a specific certification in curriculum and instruction. Prior roles a person might have before becoming a School Curriculum Specialist could include Classroom Teacher, Department head, or Instructional Coordinator.

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Instructional Specialist I, Commercial Vehicle Training Community College of Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 8 hours ago

Working under the guidance of the Assistant Director, CDL Training, Instructional Specialist II or Senior Instructor, independently provide instruction in entry-level or career improvements...

Instructional Specialist I, Commercial Vehicle Training

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

Class Description Working under the guidance of the Assistant Director, CDL Training, Instructional Specialist II or Senior Instructor, independently provide instruction in entry-level or career...

Academic Advisor, Transitioning Students

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities and Duties The Academic Advisor serves as part of the team working with transitioning student populations and will assist in the development and conducting of workshops, planning...

ACS- Instructional Systems Designer/Training Developer 2

  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 11 days ago

ACS- Instructional Systems Designer/Training Developer 2 Athenix Solutions Group View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Polygraph IT - Software Annapolis...

Enrichment Teacher - Art, Music, PE, Spanish, or Computer Science - Middle School (to create a candidate pool)

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Company Description At KIPP Baltimore, we know that education has the power to change lives and build stronger communities. As part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, we...

Enrichment Teacher - Art, Music, PE, Science or Dance - Elementary School (to create a candidate pool)

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Company Description At KIPP Baltimore, we know that education has the power to change lives and build stronger communities. As part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, we...

Learning and Development Specialist

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 20 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 20 days ago

Join Chimes - and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential. Our...

Learning & Development Specialist University of Maryland, Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theories and relevant pedagogies....

Learning & Development Specialist

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theories and relevant pedagogies....

Academic Advisor, College of Engineering and Information Technology

  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (7 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Department: Undergraduate Student Services in the College of Engineering & Information Technology The College of Engineering and Information Technology and the University of Maryland, Baltimore...

Instructional Specialist I, Machining

  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Working under the guidance of the Program Coordinator and Chair of the Engineering Department, collaboratively provide instruction and support related to the college's Advanced Industrial Design &...

Academic Advisor I-Adult Basic Ed/GED - Part Time

  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

The purpose of this class is to perform complex administrative work supporting the Adult Basic Education/GED intake and assessment process. Bachelor's degree and one year full time or two years of...

Academic Advisor I-ESOL - Part Time

  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (11 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

The purpose of this class is to perform complex administrative work supporting the ESOL intake and assessment process. Bachelor's degree and one-year full time or two years of part time experience...

Academic Advisor, Nursing and Allied Health

  • Columbia, MD (19 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MD (19 miles from Towson, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

About Us: Howard Community College ( HCC ) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020....

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Salary for School Curriculum Specialist Jobs in Towson, MD

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Highest Education Level

School Curriculum Specialists in Towson, MD offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Doctorate Degree
18.2%
High School or GED
2.7%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Curriculum Specialists in Towson, MD
2-4 years
32.4%
6-8 years
28.3%
4-6 years
16.8%
1-2 years
11.0%
None
11.0%
10+ years
0.3%
Less than 1 year
0.1%



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