Director of Elementary Curriculum

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Elementary Curriculum provides leadership and campus support for the advancement of student achievement throughout all elementary content areas. The director monitors, oversees and leads the development of curricula and assessments to support campuses, and ensures alignment of assessments. The Director of Elementary Curriculum must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire, grow and motivate others, utilize feedback, drive for results and commit to championing the needs of the students, employees and overall district.

Requirements

Master’s degree in content and/or related field from an accredited college or university
Five years’ experience in curriculum and instruction at the campus and/or district level
At least three years’ administrative experience at a campus and/or district level
Knowledge of learning theory, program planning, curriculum development and management of instructional programs
Knowledge in assigned content areas, including writing instruction and literacy skills/concepts
Knowledge of grade level promotion and graduation requirements
Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data
Ability to develop and supervise teams
Ability to provide direction for campus leadership
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to coordinate district functions
Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Five years’ experience as a classroom teacher
Valid Texas teacher certification
Principal or mid-management certification

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and supervision for Elementary Curriculum Department.
Direct the implementation of Pre-kindergarten through grade 5 core content curricula across the district.
Design, lead, and oversee district wide professional learning aligned to instructional priorities, accountability goals, turnaround efforts, and district strategic initiatives including: High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM), Strong Foundations, LASO, MTSS and RTI frameworks
Facilitate professional learning for campus coaches, campus specialists, campus leaders, and district leadership teams through the following: coaching cycles, leadership institutes, PLC facilitation, instructional walkthrough calibration, and instructional leadership development.
Plan and provide effective, professional, content-based learning activities based on analysis of data for teachers and administrators.
Plan and coordinate district wide professional learning events, including Learning Fairs, District Professional Development Days, and large-scale leadership institutes.
Design and coordinate content support for campuses in lesson design and instructional engagement and practices using the Spring Way framework.
Model, coach and commit to personal improvement in instructional best practices and techniques.
Advocate, facilitate and monitor the alignment, instruction, and assessment improvement in the accomplishment of the district’s literacy goals.
Understand the correlation between college and career readiness standards in alignment with state curriculum
Articulate understanding of local, state and federal accountability systems and special programs.
Remain current on educational research and instructional best practices and apply research and data to improve student engagement and achievement.
Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Articulate the district’s goals and needs to the community and solicit its support in reaching those goals.
Manage communication between staff and the Curriculum and Instruction Department.
Serve as a support for campus walk-throughs.
Assist schools in securing appropriate instructional materials.
Work collaboratively across all Spring ISD departments.
Perform all other duties as assigned.