Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Brazos ISD, Wallis, 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: Curriculum Leadership & Alignment 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 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 Collaboration & District Leadership 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. Note: 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 Schedules: 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 FLSA Status: Exempt
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: Curriculum Leadership & Alignment 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 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 Collaboration & District Leadership 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. Note: 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 Schedules: 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 FLSA Status: Exempt