Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Purpose of Position:The Director of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment advances the mission of Des Moines Christian School byproviding Christ-centered teacher-facing instructional leadership across EE12. This role fosters coherenceacross grade levels and divisions through direct partnership with teachers in biblical worldview integrationcurriculum design essential learning identification coaching assessment practices and highly relational and collaborative leader works alongside teachers to strengthen instructional practice andstudent learning in alignment with the schools mission and philosophy of education. The Director also plays a keyleadership role in advancing the schools Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) with primary responsibility forstrengthening Tier I core instruction to ensure that high-quality biblically-integrated teaching serves as thefoundation for student success while maintaining oversight and alignment across Tier II and Tier III : Full-Time calendar year Exempt salaried at-will employeeReports To: Director of Spiritual LifeEvaluated By: Director of Spiritual LifeDirect Reports: Teaching and Learning Facilitator Dyslexia SpecialistQualifications: M.A. or M.S. in Educational Leadership required or in pursuit of receiving. Applicable (Teacher or Administrator) Iowa License (or is able to obtain for the position) Experience in Christian Education preferred. Experience in curriculum design instructional coaching and professional learning leadership. Professing believer in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and committed to growing in a relationship agreement with the Des Moines Christian School Statement of agreement with the Des Moines Christian School Biblical Convictions for Christian Education. Regularly attends and is actively involved in a church that affirms historic Christian orthodoxy (doctrinefaith teaching practice) consistent with the DMC Statement of Faith through that churchs publiccreed confession core beliefs or statement of Profile: Demonstrated commitment to the mission of DMCS: Equipping minds and nurturing hearts to impact theworld for Christ. Characterized by integrity and maintains confidentiality. Demonstrates consistent spiritual leadership. Proven ability to work in a leadership role with diverse groups including faculty staff studentsadministrators and 03/2026 Demonstrates love and concern for students. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Relational collaborative and visible leader among faculty. Strategic thinker who is also detail-oriented in implementation. Communicates clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats. Thrives in a dynamic environment by demonstrating flexibility adaptability and a willingness to respond toemerging needs and shifting :Curriculum Leadership Leads faculty in identifying and refining essential learnings for all courses and grade levels. Guides teachers in curriculum mapping to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment EE12. Ensures curriculum reflects academic excellence and intentional biblical worldview integration isseamlessly woven into daily classroom instruction. Partners with Christian Professional Learning Community (CPLC) leaders and vertical curriculum teamsin ongoing curriculum review cycles. Collaborates with teachers to develop and maintain a comprehensive EE12 scope and Instructional Practices and Professional Development Collaborates with the Academic Team to design and implement a comprehensive professionaldevelopment program aligned with school goals. Collaborates with Academic Team to plan and implement school-wide teaching and learning principlesand frameworks. Equips CPLC leaders to facilitate meaningful collaboration focused on student growth. Supports teachers in implementing high-quality instructional strategies that proactively address diverselearning needs within the classroom strengthening Tier I. Provides oversight and alignment of Tier II and Tier III intervention systems in collaboration with theAssociate Head of School Director of Spiritual Life learning support staff and division leaders. Develops and oversees a structured onboarding and mentoring program for new teachers. Provides direct coaching to teachers through observation feedback modeling and and Data Analysis Evaluates academic programs to identify areas for improvement and makes recommendations to theAcademic Team. Leads faculty in developing common formative and summative assessments aligned to essentiallearnings. Guides teachers in analyzing student data to inform instructional decisions. Supports division leaders and teachers in connecting assessment results to instructional Leadership Coordinates the administration and implementation of external assessments including STAR and ISASPtesting ensuring smooth logistics clear communication and alignment with instructional goals. Serves as the primary liaison with the Area Education Agency (AEA) to coordinate services ensureappropriate allocation of resources and support student learning 03/2026 Oversees and manages student teacher placements including partnership development with collegesand universities placement coordination and support for cooperating teachers. Ensures compliance with state and accreditation requirements related to assessment and academicreporting. All other duties as assigned by the Director of Spiritual Life.

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