Managing Director of Curriculum and Instruction - Science (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools•El Paso, TX

3d•$108,100 - $128,600•Hybrid

About The Position

The mission of the Managing Director of Curriculum – [Content/Program] at IDEA Public Schools is to lead the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of rigorous, research-based, and standards-aligned curriculum that drives student achievement and grade-level proficiency. Grounded in the Science of Learning and aligned to MTSS Tier 1 principles, the Managing Director ensures that curriculum products and implementation supports empower educators to maintain high expectations while scaffolding access for all learners. The Managing Director oversees a team of curriculum and instruction professionals and leads cross-functional initiatives across Academic Services, HQ, and Regional teams to ensure coherence, alignment, and impact. They analyze student performance data and system-wide trends to inform curriculum decisions, instructional strategy, and professional development, ensuring IDEA students are on a path to meaningful choice in college and life. The Managing Director of Curriculum and Instruction may directly manage a team of 6–12 staff members, including Curriculum Managers, Curriculum and Instruction Coaches, and/or Curriculum Support Specialists, in addition to other team-specific roles. In addition to direct supervision, the Managing Director of Curriculum provides dotted line support to regional instructional leaders and district senior instructional leaders, sharing data analysis trends, instructional recommendations, and updates on curriculum and policy changes to inform regional decision-making and ensure alignment with district goals.

Requirements

Educator Certification; Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in curriculum design, instructional leadership, or academic program management
3 years manager experience (cross-team initiative design and management may substitute for manager experience)
Proven track record of leading curriculum implementation that drives student achievement and grade-level proficiency
Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and using insights to inform curriculum decisions and instructional strategy
Strong understanding of Texas state academic standards, accountability systems (e.g., STAAR, TELPAS), and assessment frameworks
Experience designing and facilitating professional development for instructional leaders
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Academic Services and HQ teams to ensure strategic alignment and impact

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or advanced degree
Experience managing direct reports, including hiring, talent development, and performance management
Strong Knowledge of MTSS Tier 1 instruction and the Science of Learning
Experience managing budgets, including both discretionary and restricted funding sources
Experience completing curriculum reviews or audits to inform program improvement
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
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex organizational structures
Demonstrated success in building high-trust collaborative partnerships across departments and teams

Responsibilities

Lead the selection, design, revision, and refinement of curriculum products—including scope and sequences, instructional resources, and assessments—to ensure rigorous, standards-aligned Tier 1 instruction that drives student achievement and grade-level proficiency.
Guide the creation and rollout of reliable, standards-aligned formative and summative assessments, ensuring alignment to curriculum goals and accessibility via designated platforms.
Analyze student achievement data, including assessment results and student work, to identify trends in grade-level proficiency and inform curriculum strategy, instructional supports, and professional development.
Collaborate with regional and senior instructional leaders to recommend pedagogical adjustments and instructional strategies that improve Tier 1 outcomes and support MTSS implementation.
Establish the vision for pedagogical and instructional technological approaches to instructional delivery to ensure effective curriculum implementation, guiding the Curriculum and Instruction Coach(es) on their team to influence at scale.
Supervise and develop a team of Curriculum Managers, Curriculum and Instruction Coaches, and/or Curriculum Support Specialists and other team-specific roles, ensuring high performance and strategic alignment.
Ensure timely publication and accessibility of all curriculum materials and assessments.
Provide dotted line support to Texas Course Leaders and regional instructional leaders, sharing actionable insights and recommendations related to curriculum, instruction, and policy.
Lead cross-functional initiatives across Academic Services, HQ, and Regional teams to ensure coherence between curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning.
Design and facilitate professional development for instructional leaders focused on content/program-wide curriculum implementation, data analysis, and instructional leadership.
Support district-wide training initiatives to build awareness of academic programs, state requirements, and instructional best practices.
Coordinate logistics for professional development sessions, ensuring accessibility and alignment with IDEA’s training platforms.
Conduct campus observations and collaborate with school leaders to provide feedback on curriculum implementation and instructional practices.
Participate in strategic planning meetings and contribute to district-wide academic visioning and goal-setting.
Travel across regions to support site visits, workshops, and collaborative planning sessions.