K-12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Date of Post: October 12, 2026 Position: K-12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction Location: Districtwide Reports to: Superintendent Supervises: Curriculum and Instructional Coaches Term of employment: 12 months Salary: Per the applicable Central Office Administrator salary schedule Position Summary The K-12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction leads districtwide curriculum planning and instructional support. The director works with school leaders, teachers, and district staff to align curriculum, assessment, professional learning, and school improvement efforts to support student achievement. Qualifications • North Carolina teaching license. • At least five years of successful teaching experience. • Master’s degree in education preferred. • School-based administrative experience is preferred. Essential Responsibilities Oversees the District Curriculum Strategic Plan (implement, monitor, evaluate, revise) Lead the Curriculum and Instructional Coaching Team in developing and revising curriculum guides, task analyses, and assessment items. Provide weekly professional development to the instructional coaching team Work with principals, teacher leaders, and district staff to support school improvement planning and implementation across schools. Coordinate districtwide professional learning aligned with the district curriculum strategic plan, vetting, adopting and purchasing curriculum, identifying instructional needs, and monitoring effective classroom practices. In conjunction with the Technology Director, evaluate instructional methods and programs and recommend practices that may be effective across the district. Collaborate with staff to develop local benchmark assessments and help educators analyze assessment results and identify strategies to improve student achievement. Work with principals and teachers on curriculum content and instructional strategies that support professional growth and classroom effectiveness. Assist with supervision of the Beginning Teacher and Mentor Support Program and support teachers pursuing initial, advanced, or renewed National Board Certification. Assist in recruiting, screening, and training candidates for positions on the Curriculum and Instructional Coaching team. Help address concerns and complaints involving curriculum or instructional practices. Attend regional and state meetings to stay informed and share relevant state curriculum guidance and legislative developments with district staff. Provide guidance on the selection and effective use of instructional resources and materials. Collaborate with Directors on professional learning and training. Assist with the development and revision of progress reports and report cards. Stay current with research and developments in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and early literacy, including participation in relevant professional organizations. Support staff through the installation and implementation of newly adopted state standards. Oversees Federal Programs Monitor and manage local, state and federal budgets. Oversee Summer Reading Camp Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.