Coordinator, Advanced Academic Programs

About the role

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan , please visit our website and our careers page . Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students! ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date p rior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely . Job Posting End Date: 06-29-2026 Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on June 28, 2026 and applications will be screened and evaluated in the order they are submitted. Interviews for best qualified candidates are anticipated to occur between July 1 and July 7. Under the direction of the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, the Coordinator of Advanced Academic Programs provides leadership to ensure equitable access to high-quality advanced learning opportunities for PreK-12 students. The Coordinator oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HCPSS Advanced Academic Programs in alignment with system priorities and COMAR 13A.04.07 (Gifted and Talented Education). The Coordinator leads the implementation of universal screening, differentiated services, data collection and analysis, and professional learning to support advanced learners. Through collaboration with schools, central offices, and community partners, the Coordinator promotes access to talent development opportunities and ensures the delivery of differentiated instruction and services within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.
• Education:
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field.
• Certification/Licensure:
• Hold a current Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) professional certificate or license in an MSDE licensure area at the time of application with any of the additional endorsements below: Administrator I or II
• Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals
• Applicants who do not already possess the required licensure above may be considered if you are eligible through one of the pathways below:
• Hold a current MSDE professional certificate or license and complete all MSDE requirements for the Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals endorsement by the position effective date.
• Have completed a Maryland Approved Program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal or principal by the position effective date.
• Have completed an approved out-of-State program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal, or principal and includes a supervised clinical practicum and earn passing score on the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (Praxis 6990) by the position effective date.
• Hold a valid professional state license in administration from another state or country and have verification of five years of effective performance as an administrator in a PreK-12 school setting.
• Out-of-state applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the application process for educator licensure with the Maryland State Department of Education in addition to uploading all required materials to your HCPSS employment application.
• Five years of experience as a certificated educator within a PreK-12 setting.
• Three years of experience in a leadership role or leading programs or projects.
• The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don't meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Coursework in gifted education.
• Maryland State Department of Education certification as a Gifted and Talented Specialist.
• National Board-Certified Teacher (NBCT): Exceptional Needs: Gifted Education.
• Three years of experience as a certificated educator within a PreK-12 setting working with twice exceptional students and/or advanced academic/gifted and talented (G/T) programmi

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