C&I: Director of Secondary Curriculum & Instruction 6th - 12th, #1876

Crosby Indep School District • Crosby, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Secondary Curriculum & Instruction (6th - 12th) is responsible for evaluating and providing leadership for the overall instructional program of the district for secondary education. This role is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the Curriculum and Instruction Department for secondary education. The position requires a Master’s Degree or higher, a valid Texas Mid-Management Certification, and a Texas Teaching certificate. Key skills include knowledge of state mandates for accountability, experience in curriculum development, analysis and delivery using effective formative assessment strategies, and working knowledge of special programs like GT and Special Education. The role also demands knowledge of pedagogical theories, effective teaching strategies, peer coaching, mentoring, and the ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. The position requires eight or more years of successful education experience, with at least three years of administrative experience at the building level or higher preferred.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher
• Valid Texas Mid-Management Certification
• Texas Teaching certificate required
• Knowledge of state mandates for accountability
• Experience in curriculum development, analysis and delivery using effective formative assessment strategies
• Working knowledge of special programs specifically, GT and Special Education
• Knowledge and skills relative to traditional and new pedagogical theories, applications, and processes which relate to effective teaching across the disciplines at all grade levels
• Knowledge in effective teaching strategies, peer coaching and mentoring skills
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Eight years or more of successful education experience
• At least three years administrative experience at the building level or higher preferred

Nice To Haves

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Direct instructional and curriculum programs to meet students’ needs in 6 – 12
• Coordinate the implementation of all academic subjects
• Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs with teachers and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques
• Work with coordinators to develop integrated and balanced curriculum and professional development at the secondary level
• Develop goals and timelines to plan for school improvement and student achievement
• Oversee the successful implementation of district initiatives at all secondary grade levels
• Align curriculum that translates to achievement at the postsecondary level
• Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process
• Apply research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning process
• Work with appropriate staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and analysis
• Involve instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs
• Participate in the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs of the district
• Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators)
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness
• Secure consultants, specialists, and other community resources to assist principals and instructional staff in attaining objectives
• Provide effective staff development activities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes, and input from teachers and others
• Monitor results of the Milestone tests. Review the results with the building principals to identify strengths and weaknesses with regard to a specific class/subject skill
• Lead in the evaluation of instruction methods and programs and recommend, such changes and improvements as needed
• Assist principals in the planning and implementation of effective programs of supervision and evaluation with regard to classroom teaching
• Engage in an ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of the instructional program
• Monitor results of testing programs, determine curriculum changes based upon the results of the tests and help principals to identify strengths and weaknesses with regard to a specific class
• Attend Board meetings upon request and prepare reports for the Board as requested by the Superintendent
• Assist principals in coordinating and supervising summer school programs
• Plan the necessary time, resources and materials to support the accomplishment of educational goals
• Work with executive level administrators in the coordination of staff development programs to ensure a comprehensive curriculum
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee
• Work with principals and coordinators to oversee the duties of instruction and staff development

What This Job Offers

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