Hogan Preparatory Academy

Job Description

Job Title:  Director of Curriculum and Instruction                                          FLSA Status:  Exempt

Reports To: Superintendent

Supervises:  None

Contract Days: 12 months

Adopted:

JOB SUMMARY

Summary Description

The Director of Curriculum and Instruction shall oversee the development, organization, evaluation and operation of the district’s instruction and curriculum in accordance with state standards, district policies, and regulations. This will include the monitoring of instructional practices through all building level coaches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide direction to the district concerning curriculum and instruction matters
2. Plan, develop and evaluate the district’s curricular and instructional programs
3. Coordinate the development, assessment and revision of new and revised curriculum and curriculum guides for the district
4. Chair and monitor district curriculum committees, ensuring results are consistent with district educational objectives
5. Monitor the effectiveness of individual building’s grade level and department meetings in order to align vertical instructional collaboration throughout the district
6. Plan and conduct district-wide department meetings in order to align vertical instructional collaboration throughout the district
7. Provide goals and objectives for educational programs
8. Interpret the present curriculum and proposed curriculum changes for the board, the administration and the staff
9. Keep informed of the latest research, trends, and developments in all areas of curriculum and interpret for the administration teams and staff as necessary
10. Monitor the effectiveness of textbooks and supplementary materials used in the educational programs in the district
11. Prepare written reports and oral presentations for the board relative to District Curriculum, Instruction and accountability matters
12. Create and/or oversee the collaboration of all district-wide professional development and in-service activities for educational staff
13. Upon request of principals/coaches, observe teachers in their classrooms to offer insight for the enhancement of effective instruction
14. Coordinate the acquisition of or the continued usage of educational technology programs for the district
15. Monitor state and government education laws, rules, and regulations
16. Keep current with state academic content standards, benchmarks, and indicators (K-12)
17. Ensure curriculum alignment with Common Core standards for the State of Missouri, along with ACT standards and with college readiness standards
18. Seek and share curriculum practices from other districts, professional journals and programs
19. Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform all of the above job functions
20. Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.   Current Missouri Administrator’s certification (K-12 Preferred)
2.   Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Specialist in Administration preferred
3.   Administrative experience (3 years) at the building level; experience in curriculum development and implementation, staff development; and five or more years of successful teaching

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to pass extensive background check
• Good people skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with ability to handle multiple tasks and frequent interruptions

• Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, manage, and work collaboratively
• Ability to develop and facilitate adult training/learning
• Ability to build organization and staff capacity and the processes to ensure an effective operation
• Ability to create and maintain a positive work environment by exhibiting high performance expectations, and a commitment to professional growth and continuous program improvement
• Works effectively with principals, administrators, support staff, and other stakeholders
• High level of ethics
• Writes, speaks, and presents clearly and succinctly across a variety of communication settings and adjusts communication style to audience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skillsAttentive to detail
• Good organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• General office equipment
• Computer skills in Microsoft Suite software
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with management personnel
• Regular and dependable attendance

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, employees, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Board of Directors, staff, and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board of Directors policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Some driving is required. Frequent writing is required. Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Hogan Preparatory Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of the District programs are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in compliance with the employment procedures.

DISCLAIMER

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required.  Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.  The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.