Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction JobID: 12300

　　Position Type:

　　Administration/ Director

　　Date Posted:

　　1/17/2024

　　Location:

　　ELSC

　　Date Available:

　　2024-2025 School Year

　　Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction

　　CLASSIFICATION: Administrator

　　REPORTS TO: Chief Academic Officer

　　SUPERVISES: Content Leads, Curriculum and Assessment, District Coaches, Curriculum Coaches, Professional Learning Coach, Support Staff.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES

　　Provide leadership and support for the systemic development, implementation and evaluation of an effective curriculum and assessment system for the Cedar Rapids Community School District.

　　Coordinate the development, maintenance, and articulation of all learning standards/expectations PK-12 in collaboration with the Curriculum Coaches.

　　Lead the understanding and implementation of the Instructional Framework.

　　Develop District Professional Development Plan and Calendar.

　　Work collaboratively within the Office of Learning and Leadership to facilitate the implementation of educational programs.

　　Ensure alignment of District curriculum with Iowa Core Curriculum.

　　Ensure implementation of Curriculum with fidelity.

　　Collaborate with the Work Based Learning Coordinator to integrate work based learning and career/college readiness into the Curriculum and Assessment design process

　　Work collaboratively with technology staff to integrate appropriate technologies into the curricular program.

　　Facilitate the communication of the curriculum, professional development, instructional practices and TLC, to all stakeholders, (staff, students, community, Board of Directors)

　　Supervise and evaluate department staff members in collaboration with the Curriculum Coaches and District Coaches.

　　Coordinate the adoption, implementation, budgeting, and evaluation of the District curriculum and assessment materials.

　　Coordinate, develop, review, and evaluate the District assessment procedures, practices, and programs.

　　Provide analysis of assessment data for the District stakeholders

　　Coordinate Assessment Summit with the Office of Academics.

　　Facilitate submission of state and federal reports via a collaborative process with appropriate District staff .

　　Oversee required reporting at the District, state and federal level to ensure the integrity of the data.

　　Assist in the development, implementation, and review of all board policies regarding curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

　　Oversee the English Language Learning program in collaboration with the Curriculum Coaches and Director of Innovation

　　Oversee the Early Childhood Program in partnership with the early childhood principal and Director of Innovation.

　　Oversee Title 1 Programming with the Director of Innovation analyzing building and teacher data and make adjustments for continuous growth.

　　Oversee the Cedar Rapids Homeschool Assistance Program in collaboration with the Curriculum Coaches

　　Review the TLC plan and make revisions yearly based on data and needs of staff and students.

　　Engage in professional learning opportunities to promote and support professional learning and District initiatives.

　　Perform other duties as may be assigned.

　　ESSENTIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES

　　Ability to communicate with and build positive relationships with ELSC staff, administrators, school staff, parents, and community members.

　　Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.

　　Effective oral and written communication. Proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and related communication skills, including proofreading, editing, and creating original documents.

　　Excellent written and oral communication skills via electronic, telecommunications, or personal interactions.

　　Ability to problem solve independently and with others, take initiative, and work independently without supervision.

　　Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals, policies, procedures, and regulations.

　　Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions.

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional Software (Excel, PowerPoint and Word), Internet technology, and Google Suite.

　　Demonstrated commitment to report to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.

　　Ability to organize, prioritize, and assume responsibility.

　　Capacity to represent the District in a professional manner, which includes but not limited to confidentiality, collegiality, and the ability to obtain and utilize additional training, if necessary.Ability to energize and inspire as a servant leader.

　　Aptitude for detail.

　　We are looking for someone who can provide evidence that he/she:

　　Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.

　　Fosters a culture of support and learning for staff

　　Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and the performance of our staff.

　　Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.

　　Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.

　　Functions as an effective member of the administrative team.

　　Problem solving today’s educational challenges.

　　Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.

　　Has a track record of success.

　　Works with great integrity.

　　QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　SALARY: $135,000.00

　　EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

　　Master’s in Administration or Curriculum and Instruction and current evaluator approval license

　　Background and knowledge of Iowa Core Curriculum and categorical funding.

　　Knowledge and experience of curriculum development, balanced assessment systems, instructional best practices, and implementing a framework

　　Experience working in a collaborative setting

　　Knowledge of current educational trends and accountability measures.

　　LANGUAGE SKILLS:

　　Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, reports, regulations, etc. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to administrators, colleagues, parents, students and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.

　　MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

　　Ability to perform basic mathematical functions. Ability to use spreadsheets and reporting documents that assist with the computation of data.

　　REASONING ABILITY:

　　Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret and implement a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

　　OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff and students. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education 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 stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. The employee will frequently use hands and fingers to type/word process, file documents, manipulate papers, and use a copying machine. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as office materials, desks, chairs, and boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.

　　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 often quiet but may become loud in large group settings. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that will require the employee arrive and leave as directed and may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. workday. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will be required to work occasionally in outdoor environments.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　The Cedar Rapids Community School district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

　　Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources at 319-558-2747.