Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Phoenix Charter Academy • Lawrence, MA

3d

About The Position

The Director of Curriculum and Instruction (DCI) serves as a key instructional leader, shaping and sustaining a rigorous, student-centered academic program that advances Phoenix Charter Academys mission of building a more just and equitable society. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the DCI provides vision, strategic direction, and hands-on leadership in curriculum design, instructional practice, assessment, and professional learning. This role is central to ensuring that every scholar experiences high-quality, culturally responsive instruction and meaningful opportunities for growth. The DCI leads professional development, oversees teacher observation and feedback systems, and strengthens the schools use of data to drive student achievement. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree required.
• Communication - Conveys information effectively and efficiently using verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills; has knowledge and flexibility to communicate across lines of difference.
• Scholar Orientation - Works to deepen understanding of scholars and centers the needs of scholars in all aspects of how the work is done.
• Adaptability - Adjusts and strategically aligns work to the school's mission while navigating complex and changing environments internally and externally.
• Employment is based on qualifications for the role as well as a successful background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/Spanish-speaking candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strong and visible voice for instructional excellence and equity.
• Conduct approximately 12 classroom observations per week, providing timely, actionable feedback to each teacher.
• Support and guide supervisors in cultivating scholarly habits across all content areas.
• Participate in all formal observations and teacher evaluation processes.
• Foster the growth of innovative, student-centered instructional practices that honor scholars diverse strengths and experiences.
• Ensure that student skills are clearly defined, consistently tracked, and meaningfully assessed.
• Model lessons and guest teach as needed to demonstrate best practices.
• In partnership with the Head of School and network staff, develop and implement the annual Professional Development and Teacher Institute calendars.
• Strengthen Phoenixs data-driven culture by ensuring staff actively collect, analyze, and respond to data, including:
• Data cycles
• MCAS performance (Fellowship and teachers)
• Student Support Team data
• Correlative data across academic and student support systems
• Oversee the schools data-cycle process, including one-on-one action-planning meetings and related professional development sessions.
• Identify creative and meaningful ways to celebrate student academic growth and achievement.
• Model the expectations outlined in the student and staff handbook, upholding professionalism and healthy, supportive student relationships at all times.
• Serve as a member of the Student Support Team when appropriate.
• Identify and address gaps in communication between instructional staff and the Student Support Team, partnering with the Director of School Culture to strengthen collaboration.
• Attend Student Support Team and IEP meetings as needed, serving as the instructional leader of the school.
• Represent the Head of School at meetings, workshops, and professional convenings, particularly those related to DESE mandates.
• Develop deep knowledge of:
• The CPR review process
• Best practices from high-accountability charter schools and alternative school models
• Restorative justice practices in schools
• Social-emotional learning and soft skills development
• Meet weekly with the Head of School for supervision and strategic planning.
• Communicate proactively and compassionately with families and adult supporters via phone, email, and in-person meetings.
• Build meaningful, supportive relationships with students to promote academic growth, confidence, and long-term success.

Benefits

• We commit to providing a supportive environment and giving the professional development, coaching, and resources needed to be successful
• We commit to creating an open and tolerant culture that embraces diversity and fosters equity and inclusion through affinity groups and continuous capacity building supported by our Racial, Justice and Equity working group

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director