DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
REPORTS TO:
Chief of School & Wellness
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
12 Months
SALARY:
State Salary Schedule plus Local Supplement
POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Curriculum and Instruction provides leadership for Career & Technical Education (CTE), School Improvement, Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG), and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and strategic direction for district instructional programs and continuous improvement initiatives. The Director ensures the implementation of high-quality curriculum, instructional practices, career and technical education programs, arts education, gifted education services, MTSS frameworks, and school improvement processes that increase student achievement and college, career, and community readiness.
The Director serves as the Local Education Agency's Career and Technical Education Director and is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal Perkins V requirements, State Board of Education policies, and North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) regulations.
The Director ensures school and district compliance and implementation of School and District Improvement plans, including compliance and completion of all Indistar processes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Licensure
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Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid North Carolina Administrator License (Principal, Curriculum-Instructional Specialist, Superintendent, or equivalent).
- Eligibility for or possession of North Carolina Career and Technical Education Director License 711.
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Eligibility for or possession of AIG certification on the NC Teaching License
- Valid North Carolina teaching license.
Required Experience
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Minimum five (5) years of successful educational experience within the previous eight (8) years.
- Experience in curriculum and instruction leadership.
- Experience analyzing student achievement data and leading school improvement initiatives.
- Experience supervising instructional personnel.
- Experience administering or supervising Career and Technical Education programs preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading district or school-level improvement efforts.
Preferred Qualifications
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Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
- Previous central office leadership experience.
- Experience with CTE and managing federal, state, and local grants.
- Experience with MTSS implementation.
- Experience coordinating AIG programming.
- Experience leading arts education initiatives.
- Experience with Perkins V accountability and Career Development Plans.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Extensive knowledge of North Carolina Standard Course of Study.
- Knowledge of NCDPI accountability systems and school performance measures.
- Knowledge of Career and Technical Education program standards, pathways, credentials, and Perkins V requirements.
- Knowledge of MTSS frameworks and evidence-based interventions.
- Knowledge of AIG standards and state requirements.
- Knowledge of school improvement planning processes.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to analyze data and implement continuous improvement strategies.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives and budgets.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with schools, community partners, business and industry leaders, higher education institutions, and governmental agencies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum and Instruction Leadership
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Lead district-wide curriculum development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Coordinate instructional improvement initiatives aligned to district strategic goals.
- Facilitate professional learning opportunities for administrators, instructional coaches, and teachers.
- Support implementation of evidence-based instructional practices.
- Monitor student achievement data and recommend instructional improvements.
- Coordinate district assessment and accountability initiatives.
- Ensure instructional alignment with state and federal requirements.
Career and Technical Education Leadership
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Serve as the LEA Career and Technical Education Director.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive CTE program aligned with labor market demands and student interests.
- Ensure compliance with Perkins V legislation and NCDPI CTE requirements.
- Oversee development and submission of all required CTE plans, applications, reports, and accountability measures.
- Manage CTE budgets, grants, equipment, and resources.
- Coordinate Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) processes.
- Support career development, work-based learning, apprenticeships, internships, and business partnerships.
- Monitor credential attainment, concentrator performance, graduation rates, and postsecondary outcomes.
- Supervise CTE coordinators, support personnel, and related staff.
- Facilitate professional development for CTE educators.
- Collaborate with community colleges, universities, workforce boards, and industry partners.
School Improvement Leadership
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Coordinate district and school improvement planning processes, including Indistar.
- Support schools identified through state accountability systems.
- Facilitate root cause analysis and continuous improvement cycles.
- Monitor implementation of school improvement plans.
- Assist principals in data-driven decision-making and improvement planning.
AIG Program Leadership
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Ensure compliance with North Carolina AIG Program Standards.
- Coordinate development, implementation, and evaluation of local AIG plans.
- Monitor identification, service delivery, and program effectiveness.
- Support professional development related to gifted education.
MTSS Leadership
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Lead district implementation of MTSS frameworks.
- Coordinate academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support systems.
- Monitor intervention effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Facilitate district MTSS teams and problem-solving processes.
Personnel Leadership
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Supervise assigned staff and conduct evaluations.
- Recruit, support, and retain highly qualified personnel.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Provide coaching and support to school leaders and instructional staff.
Fiscal Management
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Develop and manage departmental budgets.
- Ensure responsible stewardship of federal, state, and local funds.
- Monitor grant expenditures and compliance requirements.
- Prepare budget recommendations and reports.
Community and Stakeholder Engagement
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Develop partnerships with business, industry, higher education, and community organizations.
- Present reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of Education.
- Represent the district at regional and state meetings.
- Promote district initiatives through effective communication.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Ability to travel between district locations and statewide meetings.
- Ability to perform duties associated with office and school environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, electronically, and by telephone.
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy and North Carolina educator evaluation standards.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required.
