FY27: Equity Strategy and Learning Specialist, Department of Systemwide Equity, 1.0 FTE

Job Description - FY27: Equity Strategy and Learning Specialist, Department of Systemwide Equity, 1.0 FTE (26005M4)

Job Description

FY27: Equity Strategy and Learning Specialist, Department of Systemwide Equity, 1.0 FTE

Job Specific Information: The salary of employees assigned to 12-mo positions is between $78,361 and $159,500 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/siteassets/district/departments/ersc/employees/pay/schedules/salary_schedule_current.pdf

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:

Under direction, the equity strategy and learning specialist (specialist) supports system wide goals, priorities, and initiatives by providing professional learning and coaching for school leaders, facilitating high performing teams and supporting staff in developing the knowledge and skills related to school improvement and rigorous instructional practices, by promoting and facilitating equitable, inclusive and welcoming practices and environments for students. The specialist recognizes and utilizes methods in professional development and all engagement practices to promote high-quality learning environments that ensure students, families and staff feel safe, affirmed and genuinely welcomed, which are foundational to student success, academic achievement and personal growth. This role drives the cross-functional coordination that equity work requires ? operating across schools, operations, data, and other functions to ensure that the district?s approach to equity is coherent, coordinated, and resistant to siloing. Student outcomes are shaped by instructional practice, operational systems, talent decisions, and data infrastructure, and the Equity Specialist works at the intersection of all these systems to ensure that the students most on the margins remain a central priority. The specialist applies deep technical expertise in equity with the strategic judgment to navigate complex, politically sensitive situations and the interpersonal credibility to influence senior leaders. The specialist demonstrates an understanding that belonging is integral to the academic mission and applies both commitment and practical skill to support schools and regions in designing learning environments where students, families, and staff member are seen, valued, and supported. The specialist contributes to systemwide efforts that shape how the district operates and supports the integration of equity into processes used to monitor, respond to, and improve student outcomes. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of MCPS Strategic Plan goals, curriculum and instruction. Knowledge of adult learning theory, effective differentiation, equitable practices, and culturally relevant practices. Knowledge of the school improvement process including conducting a root cause analysis, identifying an appropriate instructional focus, developing, implementing and monitoring a professional learning action plan, collecting and analyzing a variety of data to monitor progress. Ability to use web technology to present information and encourage collaboration and effective instruction. Ability to successfully collaborate with staff and parents to reach instructional goals. Ability to work effectively with principals, teachers and MCPS offices. Ability to analyze formal and informal data to determine the instructional focus. Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, time management, project management, and human relations skills. Strong presentation skills. Proficient in Google Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and knowledgeable about current MCPS technology.

Education Training Experience:

Master?s degree or equivalency from an accredited college or university with courses in curriculum, instruction, and assessment/evaluation, organizational learning, professional development, administration, and supervision. Five years of successful experience as a classroom teacher. Extensive experiences in developing, coordinating, and conducting professional learning activities. Successful experience developing and supporting curriculum implementation.Successful experience implementing or supporting standards-based grading and reporting desirable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.Certificate License: Meets Maryland State certification requirements for elementary or secondary education.

Job

: Instructional Specialist

Not applicable

Organization

: Offices

Primary Location

: Rockville

Schedule

: Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months: 12

Shift

: Day Job

Job Posting

: Aug 24, 2026, 9:26:38 PM - Aug 31, 2026, 9:29:00 AM