Director of Advanced Academics (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The Director of Advanced Academics is responsible for leading and supporting the implementation of advanced academic programming across all IDEA Texas schools. This role will focus on Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment, and International Baccalaureate (IB) Program visioning and oversight, ensuring curriculum and program design is aligned to prepare students for college and beyond. In addition, this role will develop the vision for college placement testing (ACT, SAT, Pre-ACT, Pre-SAT) and oversee the implementation of student preparation coursework and curriculum integration. The Director of Advanced Academics ensures coordination between the Curriculum & Instruction division, the Assessment division, the Schools Team area, and the College Success area to ensure students engage in college-preparatory coursework and demonstrate college-readiness prior to graduation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 4 years of experience in high school education
Experience in coordinating or leading instructional programs.
Experience in providing professional development and coaching to district and campus staff
Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and using insights to inform curriculum decisions and instructional strategy
Expertise in post-secondary requirements for college readiness
Ability to establish partnerships with external, post-secondary entities
Proficiency in curriculum design and implementation.
Ability to analyze and interpret data effectively
Demonstrated experience translating data into actionable insights.
Strong collaborative skills, adept at facilitating group processes and teamwork.
Capability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
Knowledgeable in planning, staff development, and accreditation processes.
Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills, fostering positive relationships with staff.
Skillful in developing and delivering training for adult learners.
Proficiency in computer and software usage.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Education
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in an educational context.
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives to influence academic results at scale
Experience collaborating with regional and senior instructional leaders to inform policy, practice, and strategic planning

Responsibilities

Develop the vision for Advanced Academics at IDEA Public Schools that ensures expanded access to college preparatory coursework for all students, including access to Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Dual Enrollment coursework
Facilitate the planning, development, evaluation, revision, and maintenance of curriculum programs, assessments, and resources that embed college-readiness knowledge and skills so students demonstrate proficiency on college entrance exams (ACT, SAT)
Develop the process for Dual Enrollment partnerships and oversee the implementation of the process at participating IDEA Public Schools high schools
Monitor assessment outcomes, analyze district data, and develop strategies to support schools with improved outcomes on college entrance exams and college preparatory coursework, including intervention supports for students
Determine, plan, and secure the necessary resources to support the accomplishment of advanced academic goals
Coordinate the advanced academic syllabi submission and compliance activities
Design and facilitate training in advanced academics for district, regional, and school leaders (principals, APIs, Directors of College Counseling)
Ensure compliance with federal and state mandates for advanced academics
Develop advanced academic policies for recommendation to the board.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
Lead and manage through influence regional and campus leaders who oversee high school programming
Work directly with Regional AP Coaches (where applicable) to support with regional AP strategies
Partner with the Managing Directors of Curriculum, Curriculum Managers, and C&I Coaches to drive cohesive instructional design and implementation supports across all advanced academic coursework