Curriculum and Instruction Specialist

Starting Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 /year based on experience Environment:
Special Education Program, High School and Middle School

Chance Light Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you're passionate about special education, thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and outcome-focused environment, and possess a proactive approach, creative problem-solving skills, a positive outlook, and an unwavering commitment to student success — We Should Talk !

As a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist , you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies, leading directly to meaningful student achievement. Serving as the primary educational compliance expert, you will uphold all relevant laws, regulations, and internal standards related to educational services.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

• Providing proactive guidance, supervision, and targeted support to teachers on state standards, curriculum alignment, educational assessments, classroom management systems, and evidence-based instructional strategies through ongoing training, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Overseeing and managing comprehensive academic assessment processes, including formal and informal assessments, to consistently monitor student progress and achievement.
• Delivering effective training and ongoing support to teachers on leveraging student data for informed instructional decisions, emphasizing evidence-based strategies to accelerate student growth and achievement.
• Leading and ensuring high-quality implementation of intervention programs and curricula, particularly direct instruction strategies in reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics, designed specifically for students performing below grade level.
• Researching, evaluating, and recommending evidence-based curricula aligned with state education requirements to enhance classroom instruction and student outcomes.
• Supervising and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of lesson plans, student transcripts, grading systems, report cards, and progress reports for academic programs.
• Guiding instructional teams in developing strategic long-term and short-term classroom goals, identifying key priorities, and setting clear timelines for implementation (e.g., START Checklist, Classroom Prototype).
• Conducting regular quality assurance audits at student, staff, classroom, and site levels, and providing insightful recommendations to drive continuous improvement.
• Assessing instructional staff training needs and designing comprehensive professional development plans, including training sessions, ongoing coaching, consistent follow-up, and targeted feedback.
• Providing targeted training and support to education coordinators, teachers, and related service providers on creating and implementing high-quality Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that align closely with student assessments and present performance levels.
• Assisting in the creation of detailed transition plans to facilitate students moving to less restrictive environments.
• Supporting the scheduling and attending of IEP meetings, while maintaining clear, consistent communication with district partners.
• Conducting classroom observations, providing curriculum support, and participating actively in student assessments.
• Coordinating the administration of annual state assessments and standardized testing procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Establishing and maintaining professional and effective communication channels with parents, caregivers, and district personnel, serving as a liaison when required, and always representing the organization positively.
• Participating collaboratively with the program director in educational budget planning, ensuring efficient use and careful monitoring of curricular expenditures.
• Performing additional duties and…