Address
Form of workPrimary Purpose:
Evaluate and provide leadership for the overall instructional programs
Provide leadership and coordination to provide as aligned and articulated instructional program in
Assist in directing and managing instructional programs and operations at campus level.
Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional delivery
Assist in the effective and efficient operations of the curriculum and instruction department which includes curriculum, staff development, and assessment.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree in educational administration or curriculum and instruction preferred
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Thorough knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to coordinate district staff development
Ability to implement and interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Three years teaching experience as a classroom teacher with additional experience in instructional leadership roles
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional and Program Management
Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions
Partner with district and campus level leadership in directing instructional and curriculum services to meet student's needs
Plans, implement, and evaluate instructional programs with teachers, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques
Apply research and campus/district data to improve the content, sequence, and results of the teaching and learning process
Involve instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs
Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of educational goals
Participate in the district-level/campus-level decision making process to establish and review the district's/campus's goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs
Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district/campus goals and objectives and the campus performance objectives
Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness
Assist in planning and providing effective staff development activities that incorporate the mission of the district/campus, program evaluation outcomes, and input from teachers and other
Assist in securing consultants, specialists, and other community resources for principals and supervise instructional staff to assist in attaining objectives.
School or Organization Improvement
Support common vision for school improvement with staff.
Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school and district vision.
Partner with campus principals, Director of Teaching and Learning, and Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction in identifying, analyzing, and applying research findings to promote school improvement.
Participate in campus professional learning communities (PLC's)
Personnel Management
Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and support implementation of strategies.
Work with campus level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities.
Confer with staff regarding professional growth. Work with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals.
Provide for two-way communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.
Professional Growth and Development
Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment
Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.
Other
Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business.
Other duties related to Title I services and Instructional Specialist as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Provide supervision over appropriate teachers.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
