Curriculum and Instruction Specialist: Secondary Design, CTE Applications

Applitrack; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Uplift Education seeks a Curriculum and Instruction Specialist to lead the development and evaluation of CTE curriculum, resources, and assessments. This role partners with campus and network leaders to provide professional learning, coaching, and guidance that strengthens instructional planning and student achievement.

The position emphasizes alignment to CT Programs of Study, Industry-Based Certifications, and IB standards, with a focus on continuous improvement and data-informed decision

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; Master’s preferred but not required.
• CTE experience is required; IB experience is a plus.
• Three years minimum classroom teaching experience preferred; formal leadership experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop high-quality unit and lesson plans aligned to CT pathways and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of CTE curriculum and assessments.
• Collaborate with campus leaders to ensure vertical alignment and rigor across programs.
• Provide professional learning, coaching, and technical assistance to teachers and leaders.
• Support CCC pathway implementation and industry-based certification attainment.
• Analyze student and pathway data to identify trends and improve outcomes.
• Coordinate with districts to ensure alignment between coursework and work-based learning.

Skills

CTE curriculum design

Instructional coaching

Data-driven improvement

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

CTE experience

IB experience a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Education data systems

Job description

Curriculum and Instruction Specialist: Secondary Design, CTE Applications JobID: 6636

Mission Statement:

Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.

Primary Purpose:

The Curriculum and Instruction Specialist (CIS) leads the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of CTE curriculum, instructional resources, assessments, and implementation supports aligned to Uplift's Scope and Sequence, Programs of Study, Industry-Based Certifications, industry standards, and IB Program Standards and Practices. CIS applies specialized curriculum and instructional expertise to evaluate program implementation, analyze student and program outcomes, identify instructional needs, and recommend strategies to strengthen curriculum quality, instructional effectiveness, and student achievement. The CIS partners with campus and network leaders to provide professional learning, coaching, and strategic guidance supporting consistent and effective implementation of CTE programming.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, revise, evaluate and guide implementation of CTE programs, through:
  • unit plans and instructional resources aligned to Programs of Study
  • Industry-Based Certifications (IBCs)
  • IB Program Standards and Practices.
• Collaborate with campus leaders, teachers, and curriculum teams to ensure curriculum is vertically aligned, rigorous, and responsive to workforce and postsecondary expectations.
• Monitor curriculum implementation through classroom observations, instructional walkthroughs, and coaching cycles, providing actionable feedback to school leaders and teachers.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from educators and stakeholders to continuously improve curriculum quality and effectiveness.
• Provide content-specific professional development, coaching, and technical assistance to campus leaders and teachers to strengthen instructional planning, curriculum implementation, and assessment practices.
• Support campus leaders, teacher leads, and IB coordinators in designing and facilitating professional learning aligned to CTE pathways, instructional excellence, and student achievement.
• Promote research-based instructional practices that support student engagement, achievement, and certification attainment.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative student performance data, including assessment, pathway, and certification outcomes, to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with campus leaders to develop targeted supports for teachers and students based on data findings.
• Monitor student progress toward pathway completion, Industry-Based Certification attainment, and CCMR indicators.
• Identify implementation challenges and recommend strategies to improve instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Support the implementation of district-approved Career Pathways and Programs of Study across identified secondary schools.
• Coordinate with campus staff to ensure alignment between coursework, work-based learning experiences, and Industry-Based Certifications.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with industry and community organizations to enhance curriculum relevance, certification preparation, and work-based learning opportunities.
• Support Industry-Based Certification preparation, testing coordination, and attainment efforts.
• Collaborate with district departments and campus leaders to support implementation and monitoring of Teacher Incentive Allotment measures and assessments.
• Analyze and document teacher and student performance data related to TIA goals and provide findings to appropriate campus and network leaders. Maintain knowledge of Texas Education Agency guidance related to TIA implementation.
• Maintain accurate records related to pathway implementation, certification outcomes, and program performance.
• Support compliance with PEIMS, Perkins grant requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Communicate regularly with campus and district leaders regarding program implementation, progress, and support needs.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. There are requirements listed below which represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience, and/or Certification(s)

Bachelor's degree (B. A. / B.S.) from four-year college or university required. Master’s degree preferred but not required. Experience with curriculum writing and inquiry-based instruction. CTE experience required. International Baccalaureate experience a plus.

Desired Experiences

• Minimum three years of classroom teaching experience
• Formal school leadership experience (e.g., Assistant Principal, Dean of Instruction) is preferred
• Working knowledge of school to industry pathways
• Prior Workforce/industry experience or ability to connect to external partners is preferred
• Leadership experience providing teachers and leaders with content specific professional development is highly desirable
• Demonstrated and measurable student achievement in the content area on state, nationally norm-referenced tests, or college readiness exams (IBC, ACT, SAT, IB, AP, etc.)
• Ability to design high-quality unit and lesson plans and assessments aligned to an objective, as well as aligned to the Program of Study to prepare students for IBC assessments.
• Understanding of IB instructional and planning practices

Competencies

• High Expectations (academic and behavioral) for all students
• Relentless Achiever
• Ability to Lead
• Superior Instructional Leader
• Reflects and Self-Improves
• Respectful and Relationship Oriented
• Collaborative and mission-driven culture

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and apply common sense to understand and to carry out instructions in written or oral form. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, students, and parents required.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be competent in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and use computer software as necessary. Ability to use basic office equipment.

Physical / Mental Demands:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and use the wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work at desk and computer screen for extended periods of time.

• Work Environment: The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The environment requires close proximity to other employees, frequent interruptions, extended periods of time viewing a computer screen, and noise levels from moderate to high. There may be activity from other employees and students of a distracting nature.

Starting Salary:

$72,500

Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.