Curriculum Specialist - South High School

JOB TITLE: Curriculum Specialist

LOCATION: South High School

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule/ FLSA Status: 188 Days plus time equivalent to 30 additional work days

Salary

Schedule:

Commensurate with experience and education plus 15 percent of the regular teaching salary/ As outlined in applicable negotiated agreement

Start Date: August 2026

* Please note the Curriculum Specialist position is considered a teaching position and is not reported to the state of Nebraska as an administrative position.

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in education related fields.
• A valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with applicable content area endorsements. Endorsements in the area of administration and supervision or curriculum and instruction for secondary education preferred.
• Minimum of four years successful teaching experience. Successful teaching experience in a multicultural diverse urban setting preferred.
• Actively participate in professional learning, including but not limited to the Secondary Instructional Leadership Network (SILN).
• Provide instructional coaching, mentoring, and feedback to support effective teaching practices.
• Lead school-based professional learning sessions focused on curriculum, assessment, and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Support and strengthen Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to promote reflection, collaboration, and shared accountability for student learning.
• Encourage teacher growth through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional support.
• Assist with teacher evaluations to promote continuous growth using the district’s Framework for Effective Teaching.
• Maintain and promote a collaborative learning culture centered on equity, student success, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a member of the building leadership team.

• Monitor and support the delivery, coordination, and articulation of instruction in assigned content areas.
• Collaborate with teachers to design learning experiences aligned with curriculum standards, assessment expectations, and the diverse needs of students.
• Promote ongoing curriculum and instructional improvement using data-driven decision-making within rapid improvement cycles.
• Maintain current knowledge of educational trends, research, and issues impacting high school instruction.
• Demonstrate proficiency with educational technologies, digital tools, and district instructional platforms.
• Support teachers in using data and student evidence to inform instruction, intervention, and enrichment opportunities.
• Maintain documentation, prepare reports, and track instructional materials to support programmatic decision-making.
• Maintain accurate inventories of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.

• Work collaboratively with the Principal and School Leadership Team to address instructional priorities, guide decision-making, and support problem-solving.
• Demonstrate ability to exercise sound judgment including appropriate handling of all confidential matters with a minimum of supervision.
• Utilize excellent written and communication skills.
• Promote a school environment that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to student learning.
• Model and uphold a philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Demonstrate empathy and cultural proficiency in supporting a diverse urban school community.
• Serve as a positive, mature role model for staff and students.
• Maintain effective communication with staff, families, and community members to build trust and shared responsibility.
• Assist with the implementation of Board of Education policies and district initiatives to support school-wide improvement goals.
• Apply improvement science methodologies in support of student outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Maintain regular attendance and demonstrate flexibility to meet job demands, including evening activities.
• Uphold the district’s mission, vision, and values by modeling integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

* NOTE:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.…