What are the responsibilities and job description for the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION position at Hereford ISD Central Administration?
Primary Purpose:
- Responsible for the overall management of the district's curriculum and instruction function. Lead the strategic planning and implementation of curriculum and instruction programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs are effective and efficient, incorporate district goals, and support student achievement.
Education/Certification:
- Master's degree in education from accredited college or university
- Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
Experience:
- Three years as a successful classroom teacher
Special knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
- Ability to manage budget and personnel
- Ability to implement policy and procedures
- Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
- Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Oversee the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
- Lead the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district's goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure that goals and objectives are developed using effective collaborative processes ad problem-solving techniques.
- Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs on an ongoing basis using input from teachers and principals, applied research, and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes. Recommend changes and adjustments where appropriate.
- Ensure that the necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support accomplishment of education goals are available.
- Collaborate with curriculum specialists, principals, teachers, and other instructional staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on a systematic review and analysis.
- Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional tools and materials to meet student learning needs.
- Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators)
- Oversee staff development programs and ensure that effective activities that support instructional programs, incorporate input from teachers and principals, and are consistent with the district's mission provided.
- Develop and administer the curriculum and instruction budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.
- Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on curriculum and instruction issues to the board, principals, teachers, parents, and community groups. Attend regular meetings of the board.
- Stay abreast of current research and best practices in curriculum and instruction and adjust plans, policies, and procedures accordingly.
