NES Curriculum Designer: PD & Teacher Guides (6–11)

Houston ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston ISD is seeking a Curriculum Specialist to develop the NES curriculum for grades 6–11 Social Studies and to lead job-embedded professional development. The role focuses on creating teacher-facing curriculum, including slide decks, student activities, and differentiated assignments aligned to daily objectives.

You will work with designers, leaders, and teachers to internalize standards, implement DOL practices, and ensure cultural relevance across lessons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required for this instructional leadership role.
• At least 3 years of teaching or district/central office experience in a large urban system.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop NES curriculum aligned to 6th–11th grade Social Studies.
• Create teacher-facing curriculum, slide decks, and demonstrations of learning.
• Collaborate with designers, leaders and teachers to ensure alignment and clarity.
• Support professional development and DOL; review and internalize daily objectives.
• Participate in PLC brain trusts and TEKS-driven PD activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Certifications/Licensure

Teacher Certification

Office equipment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Certifications/Licensure

Teacher Certification

Office equipment

Job description

Houston ISD is seeking a Curriculum Specialist to develop the NES curriculum for grades 6–11 Social Studies and to lead job-embedded professional development. The role focuses on creating teacher-facing curriculum, including slide decks, student activities, and differentiated assignments aligned to daily objectives.

You will work with designers, leaders, and teachers to internalize standards, implement DOL practices, and ensure cultural relevance across lessons.