Director of Teaching and Learning

Director Of Teaching And Learning

The Director of Teaching and Learning provides strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across the district. This role oversees a team of content specialists and leads the design and delivery of high-quality professional learning to ensure all educators are equipped to meet the diverse needs of students. The Director collaborates with school and district leaders to promote instructional excellence, equity, and student achievement.

Instructional Leadership

Develop and implement a cohesive vision for high-quality teaching and learning aligned with district goals and state standards

Lead district-wide initiatives to improve instructional practices and student outcomes

Monitor and support the implementation of curriculum and instructional frameworks across all schools

Use data to inform instructional decisions and drive continuous improvement

Curriculum & Assessment

Oversee the development, review, and alignment of curriculum across all content areas and grade levels

Ensure instructional materials and assessments are standards-aligned and research-based

Guide the development and implementation of formative and summative assessment systems

Collaborate with teams to analyze student performance data and adjust instructional strategies

Professional Learning

Design and implement a comprehensive, multi-year professional development plan for all instructional staff

Lead and coordinate district-wide professional learning opportunities, including workshops, coaching, and learning communities

Support school leaders in building site-based professional learning systems

Evaluate the effectiveness of professional development initiatives and adjust based on feedback and outcomes

Team Leadership

Supervise and support a team of content specialists across subject areas

Build leadership capacity within the Teaching and Learning team

Facilitate collaboration among specialists to ensure coherence and alignment across disciplines from Pre-K to 12 grade-levels

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching

Collaboration & Communication

Partner with principals and district leaders to support school improvement efforts

Engage stakeholders including teachers, families, and community members in instructional initiatives

Communicate clearly and consistently about curriculum, instruction, and professional learning priorities

Equity & Innovation

Promote equitable instructional practices that meet the needs of all learners

Support the integration of technology and innovative practices into teaching and learning

Stay current with educational research and best practices to inform district initiatives

Other Duties

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Academics

Coordinates long-range planning activities to support the Strategic Plan

Leads the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program implementation

Length of

Contract:

Two hundred and forty (240) contract days

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Chief of Academics in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policies and state law

Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the area of curriculum and/or administrator or other relevant field required. Three (3) years as a building principal preferred Three (3) years as a certified teacher in a school building preferred. Ability to work cooperatively with others, demonstrate self-discipline and initiative, and follow state and district guidelines. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid or eligible to receive the Oklahoma Standard Principal Certification

Knowledge and

Skills:

Administrative leadership experience working in a mid-to-large school district system. Experience leading initiatives through effective project management oversight. Experience with data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement processes that lead to improved student outcomes. Proven success in managing and coaching large teams of professionals Experience in providing professional development and coaching to teachers and administrators. Knowledge of budget planning, strategic project management, and policy experience.

Strong background and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

Technical

Skills:

Strategic curriculum planning Data literacy and evidence-based decision making Innovation and program development Partnership development Cultural competence and talent development Budget management Leadership and management Communication and interpersonal skills

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Duties are performed in an office, in schools, district facilities, and wherever the business of school oversight is to be conducted. The position requires occasionally working evenings, nights, and some weekends. At times, overnight travel is required. Must be knowledgeable of and physically able to operate a variety of equipment, including a personal…