Career and Technical Education Curriculum Specialist
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Job Location:
San Antonio, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Curriculum Specialist will serve as a key instructional leader supporting high-quality CTE curriculum instruction and assessment across KIPP Texas schools. This role will collaborate with teachers school leaders and regional academic teams to ensure alignment between CTE programs of study and industry expectations certifications and postsecondary pathways. The CTE Curriculum Specialist helps further the mission of KIPP Texas Public Schools by equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in college careers and beyond.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The Career and Technical Education Curriculum Specialist will:
1. Instructional Coaching and Support:
Provide coaching and support to CTE teachers across programs of study with a focus on instructional planning content delivery and industry-based certification preparation.
Offer meetings planning sessions and classroom-based support to ensure strong alignment between curriculum TEKS and industry standards.
Model instructional strategies and deliver sample lessons to build teacher capacity.
Provide feedback on lesson plans unit designs and assessments to support high-quality instruction.
2. Curriculum Development and Alignment:
Collaborate with teachers and regional academic teams to refine and align CTE curriculum to TEKS industry-based certification standards and college and career readiness expectations.
Ensure curricular resources reflect current industry practices support rigorous skill development and promote career exploration.
Develop instructional tools project-based learning tasks and scope and sequences for CTE pathways.
3. Data-Driven Improvement:
Analyze student achievement data certification results and course outcomes to identify instructional strengths and gaps.
Use data to inform professional development needs and coaching priorities.
Monitor implementation fidelity and make recommendations to improve instructional outcomes across campuses.
4. Professional Development:
Design and facilitate high-impact professional development for CTE teachers focused on best practices in instructional planning technical skill development and student engagement.
Contribute to monthly newsletters webinars and learning series that highlight exemplar instruction and celebrate teacher success.
Provide training and support on integrating CTSOs career connections cross-curricular content and instructional technology into CTE classrooms.
5. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
Partner with school leaders regional academics teams and industry partners to strengthen instructional practices and increase student access to career-connected learning.
Build relationships with CTE teachers to promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Serve as a thought partner in cross-functional initiatives that promote equitable access to high-quality CTE instruction.
Other Duties:
Support alignment of CTE course materials with district and state expectations including support with industry based certification testing preparation and instructional pacing.
Perform other duties as assigned to advance the mission and success of CTE programs across KIPP Texas.
Qualifications :
Education and Knowledge:
Bachelors degree required
Masters degree preferred
TEA Certification - CTE Subject Area required
5 years experience teaching with a focus on career and technical education
Knowledge of the federal career clusters and state programs of study
Knowledge of content standards and assessments
Experience developing collaborating and monitoring progress for special populations enrolled in CTE programs
Skills:
Experience designing and facilitating relevant professional development sessions to a variety of audiences such as administrators teachers and community partners
Ability to prioritize and initiate tasks manage time and complete multiple projects within tight deadlines
Proven writing verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Strong analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is necessary
Strong follow-up and follow-through skills necessary
Commitment to the mission and vision of KIPP Texas
Additional Information :
What We Bring to the Table:
Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
Employee assistance programs.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans LifeLock identity protection life insurance and disability insurance.
EEO:
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures providing
documents in an alternate format using a sign language interpreter or using specialized equipment.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
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