Managing Director, Primary Curriculum and Instruction

KIPP Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a Managing Director of Primary Curriculum and Instruction. This pivotal role focuses on co-creating a vision for foundational literacy and math, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission. You will collaborate across departments to enhance the skills of school leaders and manage curriculum development to boost student achievement. This opportunity allows you to make a significant impact on the academic success of thousands of students while fostering a culture of equity and inclusion. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming education and empowering future generations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to translate data into actionable strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the vision for foundational literacy and math curriculum.
• Lead data-driven curriculum development to enhance student achievement.
• Design and lead professional development for teachers and leaders.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Instructional Leadership

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Team Building

Equity Practices

Job description

Managing Director, Primary Curriculum and Instruction

• Full-time
• Start Date: Immediate opening
• Department: Regional Support and Leadership

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are committed to hiring a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals who believe in every child's potential to succeed. KIPP Texas is a community rooted in belonging, academic success, and joy.

Part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and D.C., our students graduate college at a rate of 36%, on par with the national average.

The Opportunity

The Managing Director of Primary Curriculum and Instruction will co-create and execute the vision for primary curriculum and instruction, focusing on foundational literacy across our schools. This role involves decision-making authority on daily academic vision and ensuring alignment with KTX’s mission and goals.

Collaboration across departments will be vital to maintain consistency and improve the skills of middle and high school leaders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement the vision for foundational literacy and math curriculum and instruction.
2. Manage curriculum and assessment creation, ensuring alignment with standards and college readiness benchmarks.
3. Lead data-driven curriculum development to enhance student achievement.
4. Design and lead professional development for teachers and leaders.
5. Create a cohesive coaching cycle for curriculum implementation.
6. Oversee primary academic programs, including state-mandated initiatives.
7. Evaluate and adjust curriculum based on student performance data.
8. Manage the curriculum team, including hiring, training, and quality assurance.
9. Monitor curriculum implementation through classroom visits and feedback.
10. Build instructional leadership capacity among school leaders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership.
• Deep knowledge of literacy and math instruction.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication, team-building, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive practices.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other options. KIPP Texas is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.