Director, Elementary Curriculum Instruction Prek-3

Director Of Elementary Curriculum And Instruction (Pk-3)

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District is executing the most far-reaching transformation plan in its history to dramatically improve educational outcomes for Cleveland's public-school scholars. We are seeking a Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction (PK-3) to systematize support strategies that assist school leaders and teachers in the development, planning, managing, supporting, organization, and implementation of all elementary grades academic programming through a deep understanding of the Ohio Learning Standards, best practices, and research based teaching strategies.

The Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction ensures the successful development and implementation of a rigorous and standards-based curriculum and the associated curricular resources. The Director supervises and leads all the District's elementary grades (PK-3) core content Program Managers, Managers, and Model Lead Teachers as they support implementation of each curricular program and ensure the effective implementation of the Ohio Learning Standards.

The incumbent assumes responsibility for the systematic implementation of the overall instructional program including standards, curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning in all elementary grades core content areas.

In addition, the Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction (PK-3) oversees all aspects of the District's Pre-K program compliance and quality assurance. This includes ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local early childhood regulations and guidance; maintaining licensure and regulatory requirements through the Ohio Child Licensing and Quality System (OCLQS); overseeing and supporting Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) ratings and program quality improvement efforts;

monitoring implementation of state early learning standards and requirements; and ensuring that all Pre-K programs operate in accordance with Ohio Department of Children and Youth and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce guidance.

The Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction requires an individual with superior leadership and analytical, execution, and change management skills. This position will serve as a key contributor to the success of Cleveland's teachers, leaders, and scholars.

• Oversees District Pre-K licensing, regulatory compliance, and reporting requirements, including Ohio Child Licensing and Quality System (OCLQS) requirements.
• Leads Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) implementation and continuous improvement efforts and ensures compliance with all applicable state guidance related to early childhood programs.
• Provides direction and leadership in the development of a comprehensive curriculum for all elementary grades core content areas including curriculum guides with scope and sequence documents, pacing guides, and assessment guidelines and strategies
• Establishes and maintains systems, processes, and practices that support a college- and career-going culture to ensure students are fully ready for success in middle and high school
• Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates short- and long-term goals and initiatives to support implementation of the elementary grades' curriculum
• Develops, in collaboration with the Program Managers, Managers, and Model Lead Teachers, District and school professional learning plans for teachers, support staff, and administrators to assist in raising the level of instructional performance and student achievement
• Designs and implements professional learning to support the curriculum using effective practices including research on theory and content standards
• Recommends the expansion or elimination of courses and programs as necessary.
• Supervises the selection and adoption of new textbooks, instructional materials, and supplemental programs under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Collaborates with other Curriculum and Instruction Directors to ensure all instructional initiatives and practices are K-12 aligned
• Works collaboratively with other departments within the District office to ensure…