Houston Independent School District

Curriculum Designer 1, Future 2 Exp (Multiple Positions)

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Minimum of 3 years teaching experience, ideally in upper elementary or middle school.
  • Knowledge of project-based learning and instructional design is essential.
  • Proficiency with software tools including Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Office is required.
  • Teacher Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop engaging learning experiences for grades 3-8 based on creativity and problem-solving.
  • Create project-based and experiential learning activities that align with instructional goals.
  • Collaborate with curriculum designers and educators for alignment with core content.
  • Integrate innovative practices like interdisciplinary and inquiry-based learning.
  • Evaluate student experience effectiveness using feedback and engagement data.
  • Support teachers in implementing new learning experiences with resources and guidance.

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment that promotes student agency and engagement.
  • Opportunities to work with key stakeholders on innovative instructional models.
  • Focus on real-world application and critical thinking in educational practices.
Full Job Description
Location: Hattie Mae White

Department: Counseling, Curriculum Design & Assess

Area:District Wide

Contract Months:12

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00

Academic Year: 26-27

JOB SUMMARY

Designs and develops engaging, student-centered learning experiences for Futures 2 schools (grades 3-8), grounded in real-world application, creativity, and critical thinking. Partners with key stakeholders to support innovative instructional models, ensuring alignment to district priorities while promoting student agency, engagement, and deeper learning outcomes.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Designs and develops student-facing learning experiences for grades 3-8 that emphasize creativity, problem-solving, and real-world application

2. Creates project-based and experiential learning activities aligned to Future 2 instructional goals

3. Collaborates with curriculum designers and educators to ensure experiences align with core content and instructional priorities

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

4. Integrates innovative practices, including interdisciplinary and inquiry-based learning approaches

5. Evaluates effectiveness of student experiences using feedback and engagement data to improve design

6. Supports teachers in implementing experiences through guidance, resources, and professional learning

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years teaching experience, preferably in upper elementary or middle school

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Software

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Office

Teacher Certification (preferred)

Other: Project-based learning, instructional design, creativity and innovation

Equipment

Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Level 1-No supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

BUDGET AUTHORITY

No budget development activity is required.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the organization causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Anticipates customer needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed customer needs. Establishes customer service standards and feedback mechanisms across departments.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

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