Director of Curriculum & Instruction

The Director of Curriculum & Instruction is responsible for supervising teaching and assistant teaching staff, mentoring new staff, developing professional development, and overseeing curriculum development.

Duties & Responsibilities
 

• Teacher & Assistant Teacher Supervision
  
  
  
  
  • Supervise teachers and teaching assistants
  
  
  • Perform class observations
  
  
  • Conduct annual teacher and assistant teacher evaluations  
  
  
  • Develop and implement teacher improvement plans as needed
  
  
  • Ensure proper coverage when program staff is absent
  
  
  • Regularly meet with teaching teams
  
  
  
  


• Staff Meetings & Professional Development
  
  
  
  
  • Lead grade-level staff meetings
  
  
  • Develop and lead professional development as needed
  
  
  
  


• Curriculum
  
  
  
  • Keep current with state and district curriculum requirements
  
  
  • Review and purchase appropriate curriculum materials
  
  
  • Track graduation requirements for all districts
  
  
  
  


• Instructional Planning 
  
  
  
  • Assist the Program Director with scheduling, programming, and credit tracking
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• An administrative credential granted by an accredited postsecondary educational institution and at least three years of experience with pupils in special education


• Experience mentoring teaching candidates in a special education program


• Proficient in Google Classroom


• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of staff members


• Ability to problem-solve


• Highly organized


• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Mardan School
  

HOURS, PAY, & BENEFITS:

• The position is IN PERSON for 12 months per year


• 10 paid personal days (prorated if not working the entire year)


• 5 weeks of vacation per year (prorated if not working the entire year)


• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans


• LTD Insurance


• 403B and SEP/IRA Retirement Plans with employer contribution

Comments and Other Information

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

The position requires a livescan/fingerprint (done at the time of hire), current TB clearance, and responses from references.