Curriculum Director

Job Title:

Curriculum Director

Exemption Status/Test:
Exempt/Executive
* or Administrator in an Educational Establishment

Reports to:

Executive Director, Curriculum and Instruction

Dept./School:
Curriculum and Instruction/Administration

Direct and manage the district’s curriculum and instruction department. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and the instructional program is effective and efficient, incorporates district goals, and supports student achievement.

• Education/Certification:
  
  Master’s degree in education administration + SBEC Certification

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

• Three years experience as a classroom teacher
• Experience in instructional leadership roles

• Oversee development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
• Participate in district-level decision-making to establish and review goals and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure goals are developed using effective collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques.
• Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs on an ongoing basis using input from teachers, principals, applied research, and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes. Recommend changes and adjustments where appropriate.
• Ensure necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support education goals are available.
• Collaborate with curriculum specialists, principals, teachers, and other instructional staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and analysis.
• Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional tools and materials to meet student learning needs.
• Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators).
• Oversee staff development programs and provide effective activities that support instructional programs, incorporate input from teachers and principals, and are consistent with district mission.
• Participate in the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system.

• Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Develop and administer curriculum and instruction budget based on documented program needs and ensure operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.

• Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the curriculum and instruction department.
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

• Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.

• Articulate district mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to community and solicit support in realizing mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend hiring and firing of support staff in the curriculum and instruction department.

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture:
  Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting.
• Motion:
  Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting:
  Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment:
  Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel.
• Mental Demands:
  Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.