2080 Director of Curriculum and Instruction
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK
Under the leadership of the Chief Academic Officer, the position is responsible for supervising the curriculum and instruction academic service areas. Position is also responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring the educational program for the division in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. Position supervises the curriculum and instruction coordinators and specialists, leads the development of curriculum, instructional resources, and assessments, collaborates with the design of professional learning, collaborates with the technology support department for the development of instructional technology resources, and prepares and monitors the curriculum and instruction program budget.
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS
This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with
- Collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer in the research and analysis of curriculum and instructional methodologies to improve teaching and learning for students and staff.
- Facilitates the learning and instructional model for the division with an emphasis on instructional planning and improvements that incorporate aspects of a learning management system and instructional technology.
- Serve on the Superintendent's Cabinet and coordinates on matters of instruction across departments and offices as needed.
- Leads and supervises a division-wide instructional program including supervision of curriculum and instruction coordinators and specialists.
- Attend numerous committee meetings in the development of instructional, curriculum and related policies, practices, and procedures.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of instructional methods and programs and recommends revisions and improvements as needed.
- Coordinates curriculum and assessment development, implementation, and revision based on student achievement and teacher effectiveness.
- Collaborates with building administrators for instructional support, learning walks, reviewing student achievement data, and to ensure consistency in instructional pedagogy that fits the needs of all students.
- Leads the review, planning, facilitation, and improvement of student achievement data for all content areas.
- Provides guidance in the selection of instructional resources, materials, and equipment for instructional implementation and learning.
- Serves as a resource and advisor to administrators, coordinators, specialists, and teachers regarding curriculum initiatives, instructional pedagogy, learning management systems, and educational platforms.
- Guides administrators and teachers in the improvement of instructional delivery and performance through a systematic approach to coaching, feedback, and job-embedded professional learning.
- Leads in developing and conducting division-wide professional learning for the division and school instructional staff.
- Perform related work as required.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of and be able to articulate a clear vision for curriculum design and instructional improvement and delivery, to include understanding of general education practices, special education and 504 practices, identified gap groups, and gifted education practices.
- Must have the ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs in support of the division's strategic plan and objectives.
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of school administration, comprehensive knowledge of school division objectives, procedures, and organization, and comprehensive knowledge of school personnel and administrative practices, and procedures and methods-to include demonstrated experience with budgeting and contracting, personnel evaluation, hiring and retention, and coordination of other administrative functions across all areas of responsibility. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with school officials including senior leadership, school board members, school administrators, teachers, staff, and community partners.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Master's Degree in school administration and extensive experience in school administration required.
- Additional studies in curriculum development and school administration, to include a doctorate in either area, are preferred.
- Building and/or Department leadership experience preferred. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a current postgraduate professional license with an endorsement in K-12 Administration and Supervision.
- A master's degree is required.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
JOB REVISION INFORMATION
Created:
Revised: 11/12/2026
