Director of Curriculum and Instruction

• Date Posted: 2/11/2026
• Location: George West ISD Administration
• Date Available: asap

Job Title: Director of Curriculum and Instruction

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

Reports to: Superintendent

Date Revised: February 11, 2026

Dept./School: Administration

Direct and manage the district's curriculum and instruction and provide curriculum and support classroom teaching. To ensure an aligned instructional program. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and the instructional program is effective and efficient, incorporates district goals, and supports student achievement.

Master's degree in education administration

• 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
• 5 years experience in central office and instructional leadership roles.

• Work cooperatively with teachers and campus principals in developing and supervising the instructional programs in the district.
• Oversee the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
• Participate in the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district's goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure that goals and objectives are developed using effective collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques.
• Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs on an ongoing basis using input from teachers and principals, applied research, and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes. Recommend changes and adjustments where appropriate.
• Oversee testing programs for the assigned subject area and make recommendation for improvement where appropriate.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies for teachers.
• Collaborate with principals, teachers, and other instructional staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on a 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 the district's mission.
• Participate in the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system and the Teacher Incentive Allotment implementation.

• Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, 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 the curriculum and instruction budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• 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 a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.

• Articulate the district's mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district's 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 the 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, and 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