Director - Elementary Academics
Director - Elementary Academics
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Job Title: Director of Elementary Academics Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director of Academics Pay Grade: Admin Pay 6 Dept. /School: Academics & Accountability Days: 227 Supervises: Academic Coordinators
Primary Purpose:
To provide leadership and strategic coordination for curriculum and instruction across PK5 grade levels ensuring foundational literacy and numeracy vertical and horizontal alignment and equitable access to early learning and elementary academic opportunities. Serves as a direct supervisor and coach to early childhood specialists and elementary content coordinators. Supports the Executive Director in translating the districts vision into actionable systems and practices.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Masters degree required
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Principal certification preferred
T-TESS certification preferred
Special Knowledge Skills:
Expertise in early childhood and elementary curriculum instruction and assessment
Knowledge of Pre-K Guidelines PK5 TEKS and early learning assessments
Understanding of foundational literacy numeracy and whole-child development
Strong leadership coaching collaboration and communication skills
Experience:
Minimum five years successful classroom teaching preferably PK5
District or campus instructional leadership experience
Experience supervising or coaching educators preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional and Program Management
Direct PK5 academic services to meet student needs
Plan implement and evaluate elementary programs with specialists coordinators and principals
Apply research and data to improve early academic outcomes
Collaborate with staff to develop maintain and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review
Oversee use and alignment of instructional materials assessments and digital tools in PK5 classrooms
Support implementation of early literacy and numeracy initiatives
Supervise early childhood specialist early childhood coordinator and elementary academic coordinators
Design and facilitate professional development and instructional coaching for elementary educators
Coordinate PLC systems at the elementary level and ensure alignment with district priorities
Analyze student achievement data (e.g. Circle MAP Growth STAAR) to inform instruction
Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend adjustments based on data and feedback
Support the implementation and monitoring of Academic and Accountability initiatives across PK5 initiatives
Leadership and Collaboration
Supervise and evaluate assigned staff including specialists and content coordinators
Assist with recruitment selection and development of elementary academic personnel
Participate in campus visits to assess Academic and Accountability implementation and provide support
Serve as liaison between elementary teams and the Executive Director
Collaborate with departments such as Special Education Bilingual/ESL MTSS and Family Engagement to ensure alignment and equitable support
Maintain consistent communication systems across PK5 academic teams
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
