Senior Director-Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR DIRECTOR

WORKING TITLE

Senior Director-Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Academics

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Director-Band 1

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

REPORTS TO

Assistant Superintendent – Academics

SUPERVISES

Directors

Senior Administrators

Textbook Specialist

Administrators

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

Provides leadership for the Academic Advancement division in curriculum development K-12 by administering, maintaining, and evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Responsible for the procurement, design, and implementation of a comprehensive core curriculum that is aligned to the district and state standards and is consistent with the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) strategic plan. Collaborates with key staff across the organization to identify curriculum needs and priorities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of phases of curriculum procurement, training, and rollout in a large district;

• Extensive knowledge of Open Education Resources (OER);

• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  Google Apps;

• Excellent analytical skills for problem solving and understanding complex business requirements;

• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;

• Ability to pay strong attention to detail and a fundamental concern for the accuracy of information;

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;

• Ability to lead simultaneous projects within budgetary constraints;

• Ability to design and deliver professional learning related to curriculum;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of staff members, organizational units, vendors, contractors, external agencies, and the community.

• Master’s degree from an accredited university;

• Extensive classroom teaching experience;

• Extensive experience as an administrator;

• Experience in designing and implementing professional development for adult learners;

• Experience in curriculum development.

• Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in a teaching area;

• Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License for School Administrator-Principal or Curriculum Instructional Specialist;

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

• Program knowledge of ESL;

• Program knowledge of Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG);

• Program knowledge of Intervention Services;

• Knowledge of and experience with educational grant programs.

• Collaborates with central services and school-based staff in the development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum.

• Develops long- and short-range goals for improvement of curricular resources.

• Interprets and confers with academic staff, school staff, and various audiences regarding curriculum inquiries, providing clear and concise communication for a better understanding of uncertainties while maintaining a consistent approach to district strategies in curriculum development.

• Serves as a liaison between the school system and the state department in regard to curriculum development and revision.

• Communicates with personnel and supports participation in planning and…