Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Christopher Columbus Charter School•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Christopher Columbus Charter School is seeking a Director of Curriculum and Instruction for its K–4 Elementary School community in South Philadelphia. This administrative leadership position supports the Principal in advancing the school's academic mission through curriculum development, instructional support, staff evaluation, and professional learning. Working collaboratively with school leadership and staff, the Director strengthens teaching practices, supports new teacher induction, and helps ensure alignment with Pennsylvania Academic Standards. The role promotes continuous improvement through coaching, data-informed decision-making, and ongoing professional development. The Director serves on the administrative leadership team and collaborates on school improvement initiatives. The position also partners with staff, students, and families to foster a positive instructional environment and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Candidates must have the required clearances and training completed or be able to obtain them before employment. All clearances must be current and on file before the first day of employment. The school serves 880 students across two facilities; this position is for the K–4 Elementary School community.

Requirements

Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or a related field.
Pennsylvania Supervisory or Principal Certificate.
Experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, teacher supervision, and evaluation.
Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania Academic Standards and ability to analyze instructional data.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Current and acceptable completion of, or ability to obtain before employment, an Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification; Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance (Act 34); FBI Criminal History Clearance (Act 114); Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (Act 126); Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151); Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168); and a recent physical/Tuberculosis test.
All clearances must be current and on file before the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

Conduct or participate in teacher observations and evaluations in line with school and Pennsylvania requirements.
Provide constructive feedback and support improvement plans.
Identify professional development needs using data and evaluation results.
Lead and coordinate the Teacher Induction Program, including orientation, mentoring, and ongoing support.
Maintain induction schedules, documentation, and participation records; monitor inductee progress and mentor collaboration; and evaluate and improve the program.
Stay current on Pennsylvania Department of Education induction requirements.
Assist with curriculum development, alignment to Pennsylvania standards, and maintenance of curriculum maps and pacing guides.
Support vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment and high-quality instructional practices.
Monitor instructional consistency across classrooms in collaboration with administrators.
Coordinate assessment-data analysis to guide instructional decisions; support data-informed interventions and monitor assessment practices.
Prepare reports on curriculum, instruction, and student achievement.
Assist with developing and coordinating an annual professional development plan aligned with school needs; identify resources and evaluate program outcomes.
Provide ongoing coaching and instructional support to staff.
Monitor instructional programs for compliance with federal, state, and school requirements.
Support audits, accreditation, and recordkeeping for instructional and professional development documentation.
Serve on the administrative leadership team and collaborate on school improvement initiatives.
Partner with staff, students, and families to foster a positive instructional environment.
Communicate curriculum expectations and promote a culture of continuous improvement.