| Location | Worcester, MA |
SUBJECT: PARTICIPATION IN PRISM GRANT CURRICULUM COUNCIL
REPORTS TO:Katherine Olney, ELA Curriculum Specialist.
ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:
The Partnership for Reading Success in Massachusetts (PRISM) has awarded a grant for the 2026-2027 year for supporters of English I and English II to collaborate on deepening their understanding of and implementation of High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) This committee will meet five times throughout the year to discuss the current state of instruction, determine strengths and address areas of need. This opportunity is open to up to no more than ten participants who support ELA Instruction at any of the seven high schools.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend all five sessions and actively participate in the agendas and the work. Between sessions gather information from various participants in ELA I and II stakeholders to share with the larger group. Collaboratively create a desired state and shared vision for instruction in ELA I and II. Support implementation of the WPS HQIM for Secondary ELA.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Eligible participants must support the work of ELA I or II within one of the seven high schools. Eligible participants have a working knowledge of StudySync and MA ELA Frameworks. Eligible participants have experience and knowledge of diverse populations. Eligible participants have experience providing support and assistance to adult learners.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous curriculum team or professional development work. Attended professional learning on StudySync/HQIM.
STIPEND: Teachers will be compensated for 10 hours of work outside of the contract day at the hourly rate.
WORK YEAR: The council will meet after school during the 2026-2027 school year.