Director of Technology Curriculum Integration
Primary Purpose:
Ability to: Evaluate and provide leadership for the instructional program of the high school; Provide for the systemic study and analysis of the teaching-learning process and the development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs ; Provide for the development, alignment, and implementation of quality curriculum to enhance student achievement; Plan and provide professional development for teachers and staff.
Added duties: Will assist teachers to enhance learning through improved integration of technology. To enrich and support teaching and learning while stregthening the technology skills of teachers and students. Will assist classroom teachers in the incorporation of technological hardware and software into the engaging lessons.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree
Valid Texas teaching certification
Valid Texas Administrative/Principal certificate
Certified in State Appraisal System
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of state and local policies and procedures related to curriculum, instruction, graduation requirements, tech-prep, and related areas
Capacity to supervise others in a fashion which leads to quality performance in a team atmosphere Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Working knowledge of computer technology and the associated software tools required
Ability to quickly establish rapport with both students and adults
Knowledge of the TxCEE SEED Model
Demonstrated zest for learning Ability to analyze data for the purposes of decision making and planning
Calm and patient demeanor with students and others
Experience:
Minimum of five years of successful public school experience as a teacher.
Administrative experience or curriculum/instruction experience preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Collaborate with instructional staff in the development and evaluation of campus educational programs to enhance student achievement.
- Facilitate, through the professional growth of teachers and staff, improved student performance as measured by course work, STAAR, STAAR-EOC, and other assessment data.
- Collaborate with instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional resources to meet student learning needs.
4. Facilitate and assist with the development of an effective campus improvement plan based on student needs.
5. Coach and train teachers to utilize various instructional strategies to meet student learning needs.
- Model effective classroom management and instructional techniques which when appropriately implemented by the classroom teacher will lead to improved student performance.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of staff development programs designed to fulfill the professional growth needs of the junior high school and high school staff.
- Provide leadership in the identification, evaluation, and selection of instructional programs, resources, and equipment with regard to increased student achievement.
- Effectively work with and serve as liaison between the campuses and the curriculum, instruction, and assessment department regarding student assessment, improvement planning, curriculum and instruction, revision and development.
- Facilitate and assist with the alignment of campus and district curriculum.\
- Attend and participate in appropriate staff development opportunities to increase job performance and effectiveness.
- Manage and coordinate meetings with Collaborative Learning Leaders to plan, design, and implement successful instructional programs and strategies.
- Coordinate STAAR/STAAR-EOC tutorials, remediation, credit recovery and Response to Intervention processes on campus.
- Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents required.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.
- Obtain and use evaluative findings to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness.
- Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors and co-workers.
- Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the programs within the areas of assigned supervision and implement changes based on those findings.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with
students.
- Develop needed professional skills appropriate to personal growth and professional job assignments.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
- Articulate to the community the district's mission and goals in all areas of assigned responsibility and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
- Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
- Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative fashion with district personnel.
- Articulate a positive image of the school district and school district personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.