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ELA & Literacy Instructional Coordinator
Work-Related Duties:
- Collaborates with teachers and English education leaders and professionals to support ELA instruction in Montana Schools.
- Supports the continuous update and creation of ELA-related professional learning.
- Facilitates revision of ELA Content Standards, including supporting task force teams and supporting educators and schools with implementation by partnering with OPI staff to provide meaningful professional learning.
Claire joined the Office of Public Instruction on the School Improvement team in 2023 and is excited to support ELA educators and students in her current role as ELA Instructional Coordinator. Prior to working for OPI, Claire taught secondary English Language Arts for eight years, both abroad and in several Montana schools. She’s licensed in ELA and K-12 library media, has an M.A. in English, and is currently completing an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction. Claire has also worked as an adjunct college instructor, freelance curriculum developer, and high school track coach and is passionate about literature, media literacy, and writing instruction. She lives on a ranch in central Montana, and enjoys writing, reading, running, baking, and spending time with her husband, dog, and cats.