Senior Director-Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Wake County Public School System; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System in Cary, NC seeks a Senior Director-Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment to lead the Academic Advancement division for K-12 curriculum development. The role oversees procurement, design, and implementation of a comprehensive core curriculum aligned to state standards and district strategy.

The position collaborates with staff across the organization to identify priorities, oversee professional learning, and ensure effective curriculum resources within budget

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university.
• Extensive classroom teaching experience.
• Extensive administrative experience.
• Experience in curriculum development and professional development design.
• Strong knowledge of Open Educational Resources (OER) and curriculum procurement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with central services and school-based staff to develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum.
• Develops long- and short-range goals for curricular resources.
• Interprets and communicates curriculum plans to diverse audiences while aligning with district strategies.
• Serves as liaison between the school system and the state department on curriculum matters.
• Coordinates revisions and integration of formative and summative assessments.
• Identifies professional learning needs and develops plans aligned with district goals.
• Promotes parent understanding of curriculum and online resources for families.
• Collaborates with principals and teachers to evaluate and select instructional materials.
• Directs and coordinates the curriculum budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum procurement

OER knowledge

MS Office

Google Apps

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR DIRECTOR

WORKING TITLE

Senior Director-Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Academics

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Director-Band 1

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

REPORTS TO

Assistant Superintendent – Academics

SUPERVISES

Directors

Senior Administrators

Textbook Specialist

Administrators

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides leadership for the Academic Advancement division in curriculum development K-12 by administering, maintaining, and evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Responsible for the procurement, design, and implementation of a comprehensive core curriculum that is aligned to the district and state standards and is consistent with the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) strategic plan. Collaborates with key staff across the organization to identify curriculum needs and priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of phases of curriculum procurement, training, and rollout in a large district;

• Extensive knowledge of Open Education Resources (OER);

• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;

• Excellent analytical skills for problem solving and understanding complex business requirements;

• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;

• Ability to pay strong attention to detail and a fundamental concern for the accuracy of information;

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;

• Ability to lead simultaneous projects within budgetary constraints;

• Ability to design and deliver professional learning related to curriculum;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of staff members, organizational units, vendors, contractors, external agencies, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from an accredited university;

• Extensive classroom teaching experience;

• Extensive experience as an administrator;

• Experience in designing and implementing professional development for adult learners;

• Experience in curriculum development.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in a teaching area;

• Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator’s License for School Administrator-Principal or Curriculum Instructional Specialist;

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Program knowledge of ESL;

• Program knowledge of Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG);

• Program knowledge of Intervention Services;

• Knowledge of and experience with educational grant programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with central services and school-based staff in the development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum.

• Develops long- and short-range goals for improvement of curricular resources.

• Interprets and confers with academic staff, school staff, and various audiences regarding curriculum inquiries, providing clear and concise communication for a better understanding of uncertainties while maintaining a consistent approach to district strategies in curriculum development.

• Serves as a liaison between the school system and the state department in regard to curriculum development and revision.

• Communicates with personnel and supports participation in planning and revisions of curriculum resources; coordinates revisions including the integration of formative and summative assessments.

• Coordinates with school personnel and others in identifying professional learning needs for successful implementation of the curriculum; develops individual professional improvement plans that are aligned with department and district goals.

• Promotes parent understanding of the curriculum including the use of on-line curriculum resources designed for parents.

• Collaborates with principals, teachers, and curriculum specialists in evaluating, selecting, and using textbooks and other instructional materials that align with the curriculum.

• Directs, coordinates, and provides leadership in the development of the curriculum budget.

• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff and staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:

12/2023

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.