Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Brazos Independent School District, Bryan, TX, United States
Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Primary Purpose
Provide leadership, direction, and coordination for the district's curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning systems. Ensure alignment of curriculum and instructional practices with state standards, district goals, and accountability expectations. Support campuses in delivering high-quality instruction while developing systems that improve student achievement and College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) outcomes across Brazos ISD.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the development, alignment, and continuous improvement of district curriculum aligned to TEKS
Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels and content areas
Facilitate curriculum review cycles using student performance data
Support campuses in implementing effective instructional frameworks and pacing guides
Oversee development and maintenance of district curriculum documents and resources
Instructional Leadership & Campus Support
Provide guidance and support to campus administrators to strengthen instructional practices
Promote research-based instructional strategies and best practices
Support instructional coaching systems and campus-level implementation
Assist campuses in analyzing instructional effectiveness and implementing improvements
Assessment, Accountability & CCMR
Oversee development and implementation of district assessment systems
Support analysis of local and state assessment data (STAAR, EOC, TELPAS)
Monitor district and campus accountability performance, including CCMR indicators
Collaborate with campus leaders, counselors, and CTE staff to improve CCMR outcomes
Develop systems to track student progress toward college, career, and military readiness
Professional Learning & Staff Development
Design and coordinate district-wide professional development aligned to instructional priorities
Oversee mentor and new teacher induction programs, including training, support structures, and evaluation of effectiveness
Support leadership development for teachers, instructional coaches, and campus leaders
Evaluate impact of professional learning on instructional practices and student outcomes
Instructional Programs & Student Support
Oversee district instructional programs including intervention, advanced academics, and CTE
Collaborate with campus and district teams to support at-risk student programs
Support development of systems that improve student achievement and engagement
Assist with curriculum and instructional planning for summer school programs
Instructional Materials & Textbook Adoption
Coordinate and oversee the selection, adoption, and implementation of instructional materials and textbooks
Ensure alignment of materials to TEKS and district instructional priorities
Facilitate committees and stakeholder input during adoption cycles
Provide training and support for effective use of instructional materials
Work collaboratively with the Superintendent and district leadership team on strategic planning
Support principals in aligning campus instructional practices with district goals
Collaborate across departments to ensure cohesive instructional systems
Participate in district improvement initiatives and long‑range planning
Budget & Resource Management
Develop and manage budgets related to curriculum, instruction, and professional learning
Allocate resources based on program needs and district priorities
Provide cost estimates and recommendations for instructional initiatives
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Communicate curriculum and instructional initiatives to staff, parents, and community
Present information to the Board of Trustees and district leadership
Facilitate two‑way communication with campuses and stakeholders
Promote district instructional vision and goals
Compliance & Program Oversight
Ensure curriculum and instructional programs meet state, federal, and district requirements
Stay current on changes in TEKS, accountability systems, and instructional mandates
Maintain accurate records and required reports related to curriculum and instruction
Additional Duties Performs other related duties, as assigned. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, scanner, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.
Work Schedule Twelve months per year (226‑230 days)
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office building environments.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
Valid Texas Principal or Mid‑Management Certification
Valid Texas Teaching Certification
Minimum of five years successful classroom experience
Demonstrated success in instructional leadership at the campus or district level
Experience in curriculum development, professional learning, and instructional systems
Knowledge of state accountability systems, including CCMR indicators
Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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Major Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the development, alignment, and continuous improvement of district curriculum aligned to TEKS
Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels and content areas
Facilitate curriculum review cycles using student performance data
Support campuses in implementing effective instructional frameworks and pacing guides
Oversee development and maintenance of district curriculum documents and resources
Instructional Leadership & Campus Support
Provide guidance and support to campus administrators to strengthen instructional practices
Promote research-based instructional strategies and best practices
Support instructional coaching systems and campus-level implementation
Assist campuses in analyzing instructional effectiveness and implementing improvements
Assessment, Accountability & CCMR
Oversee development and implementation of district assessment systems
Support analysis of local and state assessment data (STAAR, EOC, TELPAS)
Monitor district and campus accountability performance, including CCMR indicators
Collaborate with campus leaders, counselors, and CTE staff to improve CCMR outcomes
Develop systems to track student progress toward college, career, and military readiness
Professional Learning & Staff Development
Design and coordinate district-wide professional development aligned to instructional priorities
Oversee mentor and new teacher induction programs, including training, support structures, and evaluation of effectiveness
Support leadership development for teachers, instructional coaches, and campus leaders
Evaluate impact of professional learning on instructional practices and student outcomes
Instructional Programs & Student Support
Oversee district instructional programs including intervention, advanced academics, and CTE
Collaborate with campus and district teams to support at-risk student programs
Support development of systems that improve student achievement and engagement
Assist with curriculum and instructional planning for summer school programs
Instructional Materials & Textbook Adoption
Coordinate and oversee the selection, adoption, and implementation of instructional materials and textbooks
Ensure alignment of materials to TEKS and district instructional priorities
Facilitate committees and stakeholder input during adoption cycles
Provide training and support for effective use of instructional materials
Work collaboratively with the Superintendent and district leadership team on strategic planning
Support principals in aligning campus instructional practices with district goals
Collaborate across departments to ensure cohesive instructional systems
Participate in district improvement initiatives and long‑range planning
Budget & Resource Management
Develop and manage budgets related to curriculum, instruction, and professional learning
Allocate resources based on program needs and district priorities
Provide cost estimates and recommendations for instructional initiatives
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Communicate curriculum and instructional initiatives to staff, parents, and community
Present information to the Board of Trustees and district leadership
Facilitate two‑way communication with campuses and stakeholders
Promote district instructional vision and goals
Compliance & Program Oversight
Ensure curriculum and instructional programs meet state, federal, and district requirements
Stay current on changes in TEKS, accountability systems, and instructional mandates
Maintain accurate records and required reports related to curriculum and instruction
Additional Duties Performs other related duties, as assigned. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, scanner, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.
Work Schedule Twelve months per year (226‑230 days)
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office building environments.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
Valid Texas Principal or Mid‑Management Certification
Valid Texas Teaching Certification
Minimum of five years successful classroom experience
Demonstrated success in instructional leadership at the campus or district level
Experience in curriculum development, professional learning, and instructional systems
Knowledge of state accountability systems, including CCMR indicators
Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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