New Frontiers Public Schools, Inc. | Job posting 40385 |
138 Fair Avenue, SAN ANTONIO, Texas, 78223 | Job posted as of Apr 19, 2017 until Until Filled |
Primary
Role and Purpose
Under the supervision of the
CEO/Superintendent, the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction will
be responsible for providing supervision and leadership to the campus
administration by developing, achieving, maintaining and improving educational
programs and services. Will serve as the liaison between district and campus.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in education administration
or Master’s in related Curriculum & Instruction
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Administrative certification preferred
Skills
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Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
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Ability to evaluate instructional programs
and teaching effectiveness
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Ability to oversee and monitor budget and campus
personnel
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Ability to implement policy and procedures
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Ability to interpret and analyze data
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Strong oral/written communications and strong
interpersonal skills
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Ability to create and present presentations
to the board of trustees
Experience
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Minimum of 5 years of experience related to Administration
and/or curriculum and instructional experience
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Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience
Instructional and Program Management
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Will serve as the liaison to campus in the
school improvement process
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Direct instructional and curriculum services
to meet students’ needs and remove barriers that may hinder the school improvement
process
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Responsible for the effective and efficient
operation of the Curriculum and Instruction Department, which includes curriculum
and professional development
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Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional
programs with teachers and principals, including learning objectives,
instructional strategies, and assessment techniques to ensure the campus is
provided operational flexibility
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Ensure effective implementation of all
components of the school improvement process
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Apply research and data to improve the
content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning process
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Work with campus administration to develop,
maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and
analysis
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Coordinate instructional staff in evaluating
and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs
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Ensure the use of technology in the
teaching-learning process
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Coordinate the necessary time, resources, and
materials to support accomplishment of education goals
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Ensure that district goals and objectives are
developed using collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques when
appropriate
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Participate in the district-level
decision-making process to establish and review the district’s goals and
objectives and major classroom instructional programs of the district and monitor
the progress of improvement plans
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Actively support the efforts of others to
achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic
excellence indicators)
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Obtain and use evaluative findings (including
student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness
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Secure consultants, specialists, and other
community resources to assist principals and
instructional staff in attaining objectives
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Provide effective staff development
activities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes,
and input from teachers and others
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Evaluate and provide leadership to the campus
administration for the overall instructional program of the district
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Oversee the curriculum for the ESL Dual
Language instruction
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Oversee the curriculum and delivery of
instruction for all special programs
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Coordinate technology programs
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Serve as the District Testing Coordinator
Policy, Reports, and Law
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Implement the policies established by federal
and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in curriculum
and instruction area
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Compile, maintain, and present all physical
and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
Budget
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Administer the curriculum and instruction
budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed
prudently
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Compile budgets and cost estimates based on
documented program needs
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Assist Human Resources with recruitment, training
of personnel, make recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment,
retention, discipline, and dismissal
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Assist with designated teacher appraisal
system
Communication
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Ensure two-way communication with principals,
teachers, staff, parents, and community is maintained
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Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with
administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community
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Monitor professional research and disseminate
ideas to district and campus personnel
Community Relations
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Articulate the district’s mission,
instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the
community and solicit its support in realizing district’s mission
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Create awareness of district-community needs
and initiate activities to meet those needs
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Create use of appropriate and effective
techniques to encourage community and parent involvement
Supervisory
Responsibilities
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Oversee the performance evaluations of school
principals
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Oversee the compliance of curriculum and
instruction programs for district (state and federal)
Professional
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Enrich job skills through professional
development activities
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Attend off campus workshops and conferences
Additional Job Related Duties
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Gather, manage and file all reports, records
and other documents required
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Serve as the District’s spoke person for
curriculum and instruction
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Be active in faculty meetings and assist in staff committees
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Maintain control in stressful situations
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Extended hours may be required