Curriculum & Instruction Director — Special Education Leader

Star Academy; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Retirement contributions and generous

Paid time off and professional dev.

Job summary

Star Academy seeks a Director of Curriculum & Instruction to lead instructional programming and operations in a 223-day cycle. You will oversee curriculum development, supervise faculty, coach staff, and coordinate schedules to ensure an exceptional educational program for students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Head of School, ongoing professional learning, and alignment with accreditation processes to promote continuous improvement and student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• California Education Specialist Credential required; Administrative Credential preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Five+ years of educational leadership experience, preferably in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership and coaching to multidisciplinary faculty.
• Observe classrooms and conduct performance evaluations.
• Lead development and implementation of an integrated, evidence-based curriculum.
• Collaborate on recruitment, onboarding, mentorship, and retention of faculty.
• Create and coordinate master schedules and staffing assignments.
• Plan staff meetings and professional development aligned to priorities.
• Support accreditation processes and instructional policies.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Special Education

Staff supervision

Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Education or related field

California Education Specialist Credential

Job description

Star Academy seeks a Director of Curriculum & Instruction to lead instructional programming and operations in a 223-day cycle. You will oversee curriculum development, supervise faculty, coach staff, and coordinate schedules to ensure an exceptional educational program for students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Head of School, ongoing professional learning, and alignment with accreditation processes to promote continuous improvement and student success.