Director of Curriculum and Instruction - Anticipated
Young World Physical Education, Charles City, IA, United States
Director of Curriculum and Instruction - Anticipated
Charles City Community School District - Charles City, Iowa, Open in Google Maps
Job Details Job ID:
5654010
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 17, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
Job Description DEPARTMENT:
Office of the Superintendent
REPORTS TO:
Superintendent
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:
Leadership Team
BASIC FUNCTION (BF1):
The Director of Academic Services shall provide leadership for all academic areas within the school district to ensure all students are successful. This includes curriculum, instruction, and assessment; special education programming and support; Title, English Language Learner (ELL), Home School Assistance (HSAP), At-Risk and Talented and Gifted programs; professional development, and the Teacher Leader and Compensation System (TLC). In addition, the director will lead efforts for the provision of high-quality academic services and support through data analysis, implementation, and evaluation. This position may be shared with other districts.
Skills and Job Functions (For all Charles City Community Schools Positions) Demonstrated Experience or Willing to Acquire Skills:
Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of Comet Pride
Integrity
Courage
Resilience
Excellence
Responsibility
Exhibits effective communication skills
Effective outcomes in providing students with behavioral and socio‑emotional support
Exhibits patience, tolerance, persistence, and flexibility for effective outcomes for students
Exhibits organization, growth mindset, grit, and enthusiasm for effective outcomes for students
Prompt and regular attendance
Animated hospitality approach to students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders
Demonstrate confidentiality as needed and required
Comply with Charles City Community Schools Board Policy/Regulations and Handbook Policy
Hiring Specifications (HS1-23) Demonstrated Experience or Willingness to Acquire Skills:
In collaboration with the superintendent and senior leadership team, provides innovation and strategic direction for all areas related to academics
Supervises and leads, either directly or through delegation, all aspects of academic service and support
Provides strategic framework for all curriculum, instruction, and assessment
Organizational expert and primary resource for theory, research, and results‑proven practices relative to teaching and learning
Responsible for building educators' ability to use data to inform, implement, monitor, and evaluate results‑based decisions
Conduct classroom observations to ascertain the current state of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and student engagement
Responsible for monitoring practices and procedures to ensure alignment of building initiatives with district goals
Collaborate with building principals to plan, implement, and evaluate needs‑based professional learning for staff
Responsible for fostering a healthy culture relative to teaching and learning that ensures success for all students
Ensures healthy, two‑way communication within and between stakeholder groups relative to school improvement efforts and student achievement
Provide ongoing updates regarding student achievement and program implementation to the Board of Directors
Consults with building principals and staff regarding the use of student achievement and program evaluation data
Assist with selection of, and budgeting for, academic equipment, materials, and supplies
Lead, in collaboration with building principals, the implementation of the district's TLC plan
Provides leadership, counsel, and coaching on the implications of change and innovation to staff
Responsible for the effective implementation of all district programs, including special education, Title, ELL, HSAP, At‑Risk, and Talented and Gifted
Maintains satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees
Collaborates with district leaders on the execution of the strategic plan, including goals, objectives, and communications
Attend networking meetings, conferences, and site visits as necessary to keep informed of the latest relevant trends and best‑practice strategies
Ensure the academic interests of the school district are represented at the local, state, and national levels
Serve as a Chief Advisor to the Superintendent and senior leadership relative to academic services
Represent Charles City Community Schools effectively in the community, state, and nation
Perform other duties as may be assigned
Abilities (A1) This position will require physical demands that include constant sitting, standing, walking, manual dexterity, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting up to 25 pounds, carrying 35 feet, working inside, and extremes in temperature/humidity. There will be frequent climbing/stairs, bending/stooping, and driving. There will be occasional reaching/pushing/pulling.
Knowledge and Education (KE1-3 and KED1-3) Required:
Master's Degree in curriculum and instruction or educational administration
Iowa Administrative Certification with evaluator approval
Demonstrated successful experience as a classroom teacher (at least 3 years)
Desired:
Specialist or Doctorate Degree
Knowledge and experience in leading transformational change
Demonstrated and successful experience in school administration and/or educational leadership
POSITION INVENTORY:
N/A
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
FT/PT:
FT 260 Day
BENEFITS:
IPERS, Medical, Dental, Life, LTD
SALARY:
Based on Experience
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Contact Information
Danielle Bonnstetter
1204 1st Avenue
Charles City, Iowa 50616
Phone: 641-257-6500
Email: dbonnst@charlescityschools.org
Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination It is the policy of the Charles City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Moriah Mitchell, 1204 1st Ave, Charles City, IA 50616, Phone: 641-257-6500, email: mmitche@charlescityschools.org or 504 Compliance Coordinator, Susan Johnson, 1 Comet Dr., Charles City, IA 50616, phone: 641-257-6510, email: sjohnso@charles-city.k12.ia.us.
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Job Details Job ID:
5654010
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 17, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
Job Description DEPARTMENT:
Office of the Superintendent
REPORTS TO:
Superintendent
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:
Leadership Team
BASIC FUNCTION (BF1):
The Director of Academic Services shall provide leadership for all academic areas within the school district to ensure all students are successful. This includes curriculum, instruction, and assessment; special education programming and support; Title, English Language Learner (ELL), Home School Assistance (HSAP), At-Risk and Talented and Gifted programs; professional development, and the Teacher Leader and Compensation System (TLC). In addition, the director will lead efforts for the provision of high-quality academic services and support through data analysis, implementation, and evaluation. This position may be shared with other districts.
Skills and Job Functions (For all Charles City Community Schools Positions) Demonstrated Experience or Willing to Acquire Skills:
Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of Comet Pride
Integrity
Courage
Resilience
Excellence
Responsibility
Exhibits effective communication skills
Effective outcomes in providing students with behavioral and socio‑emotional support
Exhibits patience, tolerance, persistence, and flexibility for effective outcomes for students
Exhibits organization, growth mindset, grit, and enthusiasm for effective outcomes for students
Prompt and regular attendance
Animated hospitality approach to students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders
Demonstrate confidentiality as needed and required
Comply with Charles City Community Schools Board Policy/Regulations and Handbook Policy
Hiring Specifications (HS1-23) Demonstrated Experience or Willingness to Acquire Skills:
In collaboration with the superintendent and senior leadership team, provides innovation and strategic direction for all areas related to academics
Supervises and leads, either directly or through delegation, all aspects of academic service and support
Provides strategic framework for all curriculum, instruction, and assessment
Organizational expert and primary resource for theory, research, and results‑proven practices relative to teaching and learning
Responsible for building educators' ability to use data to inform, implement, monitor, and evaluate results‑based decisions
Conduct classroom observations to ascertain the current state of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and student engagement
Responsible for monitoring practices and procedures to ensure alignment of building initiatives with district goals
Collaborate with building principals to plan, implement, and evaluate needs‑based professional learning for staff
Responsible for fostering a healthy culture relative to teaching and learning that ensures success for all students
Ensures healthy, two‑way communication within and between stakeholder groups relative to school improvement efforts and student achievement
Provide ongoing updates regarding student achievement and program implementation to the Board of Directors
Consults with building principals and staff regarding the use of student achievement and program evaluation data
Assist with selection of, and budgeting for, academic equipment, materials, and supplies
Lead, in collaboration with building principals, the implementation of the district's TLC plan
Provides leadership, counsel, and coaching on the implications of change and innovation to staff
Responsible for the effective implementation of all district programs, including special education, Title, ELL, HSAP, At‑Risk, and Talented and Gifted
Maintains satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees
Collaborates with district leaders on the execution of the strategic plan, including goals, objectives, and communications
Attend networking meetings, conferences, and site visits as necessary to keep informed of the latest relevant trends and best‑practice strategies
Ensure the academic interests of the school district are represented at the local, state, and national levels
Serve as a Chief Advisor to the Superintendent and senior leadership relative to academic services
Represent Charles City Community Schools effectively in the community, state, and nation
Perform other duties as may be assigned
Abilities (A1) This position will require physical demands that include constant sitting, standing, walking, manual dexterity, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting up to 25 pounds, carrying 35 feet, working inside, and extremes in temperature/humidity. There will be frequent climbing/stairs, bending/stooping, and driving. There will be occasional reaching/pushing/pulling.
Knowledge and Education (KE1-3 and KED1-3) Required:
Master's Degree in curriculum and instruction or educational administration
Iowa Administrative Certification with evaluator approval
Demonstrated successful experience as a classroom teacher (at least 3 years)
Desired:
Specialist or Doctorate Degree
Knowledge and experience in leading transformational change
Demonstrated and successful experience in school administration and/or educational leadership
POSITION INVENTORY:
N/A
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
FT/PT:
FT 260 Day
BENEFITS:
IPERS, Medical, Dental, Life, LTD
SALARY:
Based on Experience
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Contact Information
Danielle Bonnstetter
1204 1st Avenue
Charles City, Iowa 50616
Phone: 641-257-6500
Email: dbonnst@charlescityschools.org
Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination It is the policy of the Charles City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Moriah Mitchell, 1204 1st Ave, Charles City, IA 50616, Phone: 641-257-6500, email: mmitche@charlescityschools.org or 504 Compliance Coordinator, Susan Johnson, 1 Comet Dr., Charles City, IA 50616, phone: 641-257-6510, email: sjohnso@charles-city.k12.ia.us.
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