Curriculum director job description

Lead and support systems and processes for the selection, development and curation of curricular resources in core content areas across K-12 so that all scholars have access to high quality curriculum, with particular attention to needs of our most vulnerable student populations (English learners, students with disabilities, etc.).

Provide direct support to illuminators and leaders in understanding and designing from core instructional resources, lead teams in process of revision, and refinement of core resources.

Lead and facilitate learning walks with Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, Chief of Schools, and organizational leaders to assess the quality of teaching & learning and improve instruction.

Conduct observations and provide direct feedback to illuminators using the Capital Prep evaluation systems.

Use scholar data to drive inform instructional practice and guide content area faculty to use data effectively.

Conduct curriculum audits and gather and utilize other sources of quantitative and qualitative data in conjunction with the Data & Assessment Team to monitor progress towards improved student and staff outcomes and assess the impact of shifts to curriculum and curricular resources, PD, and instructional practices on student and staff outcomes.

Work with Director of Professional Learning/Executive Director of Teaching & Learning to develop on-boarding and professional learning systems and structures to support for illuminators.

Design, facilitate and deliver professional development for leaders and teachers across the network on curriculum and instruction and state requirements, including yearly summer curriculum institutes for teachers.

In collaboration with CAO and in consultation with LCPS ILT, design and oversee professional learning scope and sequence aligned to LCPS Strategic Plan, with emphasis on supporting teachers in developing learner centered practice and support development of all students to success on our graduate profile.

Develop test preparation practices and assessments.

Monitor pacing in all classrooms and ensure benchmarks are regularly administered and that actionable data is communicated to faculty and school leadership in a timely fashion.

Draft state test preparation guides for their teams to steer illuminators to high leverage standards, create data driven lessons, integrate adaptive software to enhance RTI, and provide administration with real time feedback regarding student performance.

Work with principals and school leadership teams to provide differentiated coaching and professional development for staff.

Performs any and all duties as may be assigned by Administration.

Skills:

• Instructional and programmatic vision, leadership, and deep knowledge of CCSS and relevant state standards K-12 and knowledge of and commitment to culturally responsive and equity centered practices.

• Expert at designing, assessing, and curating learner-centered curricular resources and supporting curriculum adoption implementation processes.

• Deep knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to lead teams in the development and delivery of high-quality learner-driven, relationship-based, and purposeful curriculum and instruction K-12.

• Facilitation of data-driven and equity-focused teams and processes.

• Highly flexible and comfortable with change, growth, and possibility.

• Skilled collaborator, communicator, and relationship-builder.

Experience/Training:

• Significant teaching and instructional leadership experience required (including at least 7-10 years of successful classroom teaching and instructional leadership, preferably including principal or dean experience),

• Administrative credential or certificate of eligibility, preferred; Master’s in Education or related field, preferred

• Deep knowledge culturally responsive pedagogy.

• Deep knowledge of CCSS and CT and NY standards/framework. Experience as content area teacher/coach preferred.

• Deep knowledge of K-12 curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices aligned to Capital Prep instructional practices

• Charter school experience, a plus

• Capital Prep model experience, a plus

Time Commitment & Compensation

This is a 12-month, full-time salaried exempt position.

**Continuing Studies and Summer Session, Stanford, California, United States**

**New**

Academic

Post Date 5 days ago

Requisition # 96536

**Business Title: Business and Technology Curriculum Director**

Academic Program Professional 2

Job Family: Administration

Job Series: Academic Program Professional

Job Code: 4112

Grade: J

Exemption: Exempt

1 Year fixed-term position. Additional work opportunities may be available subject to budget review.

This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement (hybrid or remote, with ability to travel to main campus occasionally, as needed).

**Stanford Continuing Studies Programs**

Stanford University's Continuing Studies Program (CSP) is a premier adult learning program offering more than 600 courses, workshops, and seminars to more than 17,000 students annually. The mission of Stanford Continuing Studies is to share the rich educational resources of Stanford University with adult students living in the Bay Area and beyond.

Stanford Continuing Studies is seeking a **Business and Technology Curriculum Director** to join our team. As Business and Technology Curriculum Director, you will simultaneously work to maintain and improve the program's existing business and technology curricula while also helping to re-envision this curricula and programming to more effectively respond to dynamic consumer demand. You will be expected to redesign the program from the ground-up, developing a new and integrated curriculum model and programming for which there is currently no template. To do so, the Business and Technology Curriculum Director needs to provide key leadership in the design and implementation of user and market research efforts and develop a strategic plan tied to revenue targets showing steady increases over 3-5 years.

**Responsibilities include:**

+ Revitalize existing business and technology curriculum to produce stabilizing results with an aim towards increased enrollments and revenue generation.Provide strategic insights and recommendations on immediate actions that can be taken to jumpstart the existing curriculum and start boosting revenue generation while long-term goals and plans are devised.

+ Design and lead research efforts to inform business and technology program development and crafting of the strategic plan. This will include exploring education, business and technology trends, major growth areas, and best practices from peer school and corporate competitors.

+ Provide leadership (along with Associate Dean and consultants) in designing a UX/market research study - including surveying and interviewing - target audiences/stakeholders to gain strategic insights. Using research findings, develop program improvement recommendations that are high impact, revenue-generating, and respond to current trends and dynamic consumer demands.

+ Source, collect and analyze data that will help the newly-designed business and tech program achieve its goals. Utilizing this data and subject matter expertise of industry trends, provide expert recommendations on solutions and strategies to encourage areas of growth that will help increase enrollments and revenue.

+ Develop the roadmap for a revamped curriculum based on research and consumer demand.

+ With broad oversight from the Associate Dean, use research findings to develop a strategic plan for the business and tech curricula that would set goals and benchmarks for a 3-5 year period and would include data and information related to funding and financial stability.

+ Design rubric to provide measurable and objective assessment standards for curriculum; codify best practices and program norms.

+ Conduct class visits (over Zoom or in the classroom) in order to monitor course quality and respond to occasional implementation issues.

+ Review evaluations and provide feedback, coaching and mentorship to instructors. Communicate findings, progress and results with Continuing Studies leadership and staff.

+ In partnership with leadership and the marketing team, develop targeted outreach strategies for business and tech courses, draft communications to stakeholders -promoting and describing the program vision, value, and offerings.

+ Edit and proof course catalog entries and provide meaningful input toward marketability. This includes revising and editing course descriptions, proofing of catalog pages, and providing some assistance to staff in turning down non-selected proposals.

+ Explore strategic partnerships with other university programs and groups (or corporations) to enhance and expand the tech/business curriculum and its visibility.

_Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned._

**To be successful in the position, you will bring:**

+ Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.

+ Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.

+ Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.

+ Ability to oversee and direct staff.

+ Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.

+ Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.

**In addition, preferred requirements include:**

+ Highly skilled in data analytics, with previous experience in UX/market research.

+ Previous experience teaching adult learners in a business and/or technology field.

+ Background in ethical and sustainable business and/or technology practices.

+ 5 years work experience in a leadership role, preferably in a business or technology-related industry.

**To be considered:**

We invite you to apply for this position by using the link below and clicking on the "Apply for Job" button. **To be considered, please submit a one-page cover letter and your résumé with your online application.**

_*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job._

_Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions._

_Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and live in the U.S._

Additional Information

+ **Schedule: Full-time**

+ **Job Code: 4112**

+ **Employee Status: Fixed-Term**

+ **Grade: J**