Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Columbuscharter; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher Columbus Charter School in South Philadelphia seeks a Director of Curriculum and Instruction to join our K-4 community. The role partners with the Principal to lead curriculum development, align with PA standards, and support teachers through coaching and professional learning.

Responsibilities include leading teacher observations, managing induction, analyzing assessment data, and coordinating PD to strengthen instructional practices across grades K-4.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field required.
• PA Supervisory or Principal Certificate required.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership.
• Strong knowledge of PA Academic Standards and ability to analyze instructional data.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teacher Evaluation and Development: conduct teacher observations and evaluations; provide feedback; identify PD needs from data.
• New Teacher Induction: lead and coordinate induction, mentoring, documentation, and progress monitoring.
• Curriculum and Instruction: assist with curriculum development, alignment to PA standards, and curriculum maps/pacing guides.
• Assessment and Data Review: coordinate analysis of assessment data to guide instructional decisions; prepare reports.
• Staff Professional Learning: assist with developing and coordinating an annual PD plan; provide coaching.
• Instructional Compliance and Program Management: monitor programs for compliance; support audits and recordkeeping.
• Leadership and Partnership: serve on admin leadership team; collaborate with staff, students, families; promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional leadership

Teacher supervision

Evaluation

PA Academic Standards knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Organization

Education

Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or related field

PA Supervisory or Principal Certificate

Job description

Christopher Columbus Charter School, located in the heart of South Philadelphia, is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Curriculum and Instruction to join our K-4 Elementary School community.

The Director of Curriculum and Instruction supports the Principal in advancing the school's academic mission by assisting with curriculum development, instructional support, staff evaluation, and professional learning. This administrative leadership position works collaboratively with school leadership and staff to strengthen teaching practices, support new teacher induction, and help ensure alignment with Pennsylvania Academic Standards. The Director plays a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, data-informed decision-making, and ongoing professional development.

Job Responsibilities:

Teacher Evaluation and Development

• Conduct or participate in teacher observations and evaluations in line with school and PA requirements
• Provide constructive feedback and support improvement plans
• Identify professional development needs using data and evaluation results

New Teacher Induction

• Lead and coordinate the Teacher Induction Program, including orientation, mentoring, and ongoing support
• Maintain induction schedules, documentation, and participation records
• Monitor inductee progress and mentor collaboration
• Evaluate and improve the program to support retention and instructional growth
• Stay current on PDE induction requirements

Curriculum and Instruction

• Assist with curriculum development, alignment to PA standards, and maintenance of curriculum maps and pacing guides
• Support vertical/horizontal alignment and high-quality instructional practices
• Monitor instructional consistency across classrooms in collaboration with administrators

Assessment and Data Review

• Coordinate analysis of assessment data to guide instructional decisions
• Support data-informed interventions and monitor assessment practices
• Prepare reports on curriculum, instruction, and student achievement

Staff Professional Learning

• Assist with developing and coordinating an annual PD plan aligned with school needs
• Identify PD resources and evaluate program outcomes
• Provide ongoing coaching and instructional support to staff

Instructional Compliance and Program Management

• Monitor instructional programs for compliance with federal, state, and school requirements
• Support audits, accreditation, and recordkeeping for instructional and PD documentation

Leadership and Partnership

• Serve on the administrative leadership team and collaborate on school improvement initiatives
• Partner with staff, students, and families to foster a positive instructional environment
• Communicate curriculum expectations and promote a culture of continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or related field
• PA Supervisory or Principal Certificate
• Experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, teacher supervision, and evaluation
• Strong knowledge of PA Academic Standards and ability to analyze instructional data
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

In order to qualify for this position, candidates must have current and acceptable completion of (or ability to obtain prior to employment):

• Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification
• PA State Police Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
• FBI Criminal History Clearance (Act 114)
• Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (Act 126)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168)
• Recent Physical/Tuberculosis Test

All clearances must be current and on file prior to the first day of employment.

Christopher Columbus Charter School is located in the heart of South Philadelphia's "Italian Market" area. At its inception in 1999, the school served students in grades K, 1, 2, and 3. Each year a grade was added, until it became a K-8 school. Presently, the school is serving 880 students. There are two facilities: the North Building, located at 916 Christian Street, houses students in grades K-4, and the South Building, located at 1242 South 13th Street, houses students in grades 5-8. Christopher Columbus Charter School students are a microcosm of the city. CCCS is a multicultural school serving families with various levels of income. The students experience rigorous academic learning and the development of positive character traits through an on-going character development program. The administration makes every effort to see that all stakeholders in the school community are involved and accommodated, in order to ensure that all CCCS students receive the best education possible.

Please note that you will only be contacted in the event that we wish to schedule an interview.

Christopher Columbus Charter School is an AA/EOE committed to the development of an inclusive, multicultural community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, age or sex.