Growth Program and Special Projects Coordinator

Annunciation Orthodox School (AOS) seeks

an organized, experienced, and growth-oriented educational leader

who is eager to support the school’s mission as we develop the “hearts and minds” of our students. The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative with strong interpersonal skills, and will have a passion for helping teachers to grow in their craft. The successful candidate will be charged with facilitating the school’s faculty growth program, organizing professional development, and collaborating with division heads on special projects. This role is perfect for a visionary who is authentically excited about the idea of working collaboratively with teachers and staff to grow in their profession.

Annunciation Orthodox School, as part of its mission, celebrates the diverse characteristics and individual qualities of those that comprise our community. In alignment with our mission, we actively seek to hire candidates of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

Reports to :

Head of Middle School and Head of Early Childhood and Lower School

Status : Salaried / Exempt

Start Date : July 7, 2025

Work Schedule :

Year-round, Monday – Friday, 7 : 30 AM to 3 : 30 PM; additional time as needed for after-school meetings and events, which typically includes staying until 5 : 00 PM on Tuesdays.

Responsibilities :

Lead the Growth Coach Leadership Team and oversee the school’s electronic records system for faculty growth (Folio)

Organize, implement, and communicate growth goal program guidelines

Design and implement faculty Celebrations of Learning that align to the school’s growth program

Coach a cohort of faculty each year, in accordance with the school’s faculty growth program

Assist with the creation and management of the faculty professional development budget

Facilitate ongoing professional learning experiences for teachers that allow for feedback and reflection

Create and run Gallup’s Clifton Strengths workshops

Collaborate closely with the school’s Academic Coordinator Team (Math, Humanities, Innovation, etc.) in service of supporting teachers on self-identified professional development goals

Coordinate smaller departments and facilitate vertical alignment across divisions

Connect teachers with current research and best practices to support classroom instruction

Facilitate team-building

Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications :

Actions and values that align with the AOS Mission

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred

Minimum five years teaching experience; elementary and middle school teaching experience preferred

Knowledge of and interest in child development for students in preschool through 8th grade

Experience creating engaging learning environments for adult learners through delivery and design of professional learning opportunities

Experience leading groups of teachers through changes in a way that authentically captures everyone’s voice and takes advantage of the expertise at the table

Knowledge of current research on educational best practices, curriculum trends, and educational technology

Training with Gallup’s Clifton Strengths a plus; willingness to attend training if no prior experience

Please provide the following information to this email address :

resume@aoshouston.org

Cover letter tailored for this position

Resume

The contact information of at least three references