Description
Plan, direct, and evaluate district-wide curriculum, instruction, and assessment to improve K-12 teaching and learning; lead academic strategy, compliance, professional development, and resource adoption aligned to state standards and district goals.
- • Review and approve curriculum and instructional program adoptions; recommend modifications and secure board approval.
- • Oversee preparation, maintenance, and analysis of instructional, assessment, and staffing reports.
- • Engage principals, teachers, and families to address curriculum, instructional policies, and student learning needs.
- • Prepare and manage budgets and grants for curriculum, assessment, instructional technology, and professional development.
- • Direct acquisition, inventory, and effective use of instructional materials and digital resources.
- • Ensure coherent systems for academic interventions and tiered supports (MTSS) across schools.
- • Organize and lead curriculum committees and task forces for standards alignment and program review.
- • Model evidence-based instructional practices and facilitate demonstration lessons when appropriate.
- • Advocate for learning environments, schedules, and facilities that support instructional programs.
- • Guide development of curriculum frameworks, unit plans, pacing guides, and common assessments.
- • Build partnerships with higher education, businesses, and community groups to advance college- and career-readiness.
- • Direct and coordinate the instructional leadership of principals, department heads, and instructional coaches.
- • Evaluate curricula, teaching methods, and programs for effectiveness, equity, and compliance with regulations.
- • Set academic standards and goals, and establish policies and procedures to enact them.
- • Recruit, hire, onboard, and evaluate curriculum staff and instructional leaders.
- • Support schools in implementing equitable grading, assessment, and attendance policies aligned to learning goals.
- • Conduct instructional walkthroughs, observe teaching, and provide actionable feedback.
- • Establish and oversee district-wide assessment systems, data cycles, and reporting.
- • Interpret state and federal requirements and ensure compliance with academic accountability and program rules.
- • Allocate funds for instructional materials, assessments, professional learning, and technology; authorize purchases.
- • Develop and distribute curriculum guides, instructional manuals, and communications about academic programs.
- • Recommend personnel actions related to instructional programs and services.
- • Collaborate with educators to maintain curriculum standards, mission, and performance objectives.
- • Analyze achievement data, surveys, and enrollment trends to forecast program and curriculum needs.
- • Determine course offerings and pathways; prepare schedules and descriptions to project staffing and facilities needs.
- • Plan and lead job-embedded professional learning for teachers, principals, and support staff.
- • Coordinate with special education and multilingual/EL leaders to align curriculum, accommodations, and inclusive practices.
- • Meet with state and local agencies to stay current on policy and to improve instructional programs.
- • Coordinate academic calendars, assessment windows, and instructional time requirements.
- • Align extended learning, tutoring, and after-school academics with core curriculum and intervention goals.
- • Mentor and support principals and instructional administrators in data-driven, equity-focused leadership.
- • Create, monitor, and refine school and district improvement plans using student performance data.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
