Executive Director – Elementary Education

Primary Purpose

Direct and support the district's Elementary Education programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instruction is effective and efficient, aligns with district goals, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), and early college and career readiness foundations, and supports student achievement.

The work encompasses Pre-K through grade 5 instructional programs with an emphasis on foundational literacy, numeracy, student engagement, and early intervention. The role collaborates regularly with elementary principals and instructional staff, families, and community partners to ensure all students develop the academic and social foundations necessary for long-term success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational administration

Performance Responsibilities and Duties

• Instructional and Program Management
• Oversee the development and delivery of elementary instructional programs aligned with district goals and TEKS
• Participatein district-level decision-making toestablishand review goals using collaborative, data-driven processes
• Monitorand reevaluate instructional programs using teacher/principal input, research-based practices, and student data. Recommend and implement changes and adjustments where appropriate
• Ensure time, resources, materials, and technology support effective teaching and learning
• Collaborate with specialists, principals, and teachers to develop and revise curriculum documents
• Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials and tools
• Support early literacy and numeracy initiatives and intervention systems to address learning gaps
• Support district goals and campus performance objectives
• Oversee professional learning aligned to effective elementary instructional practices
• Participatein the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system. Serve as second appraiser when needed

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Implement policies and proceduresestablishedby federal/state law and local board policy
• Compile,maintain, and file reports and records asrequired

Budget

• Develop, administer, and evaluate budgets based on documented program needs

Communication

• Maintainopen communication with leadership, principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members

Community Relations

• Articulate the district's instructional philosophy to the community
• Promote family engagement and community involvement

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction and best practices
• Knowledge of foundational literacy and numeracy development
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and intervention practices
• Knowledge of state assessments and early academic progress measures
• Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability todetermineeffectiveness of programs
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to problem-solve, resolve conflict, and address needs
• Ability to read, understand, and implement policy and procedures
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Threeyears experienceas a classroom teacher
• Threeyears experiencein instructional leadership roles—preferably at the elementary level

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate instructional and support staff
• Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions
• Evaluate employee performance
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff

Mental Demands/Physical Demands

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion: Moderate walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Wage/Hour Status

Exempt

Pay Grade

Administrative Professional - 8

EEO Statement

The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job. I understand this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed.

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