Chief Academic Officer

Primary Purpose:
Responsible for the overall management of the districts curriculum and instruction function. Lead the strategic planning and implementation of curriculum and instruction programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs are effective and efficientincorporate district goals and support student achievement.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
Masters degree in education administration required
Doctorate in education administration preferred
T-TESS & T-PESS Certified

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience:
5 years experience as a classroom teacher
5 years experience in the principalship or district leadership roles preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management
1. Oversee the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
2. Oversee the development of innovative career and technology instructional programs and ensure that curricular documents instructional support materials student assessment instruments and admission criteria are in place for each program. Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
3. Lead the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the districts goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure that goals and objectives are developed using effective collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques.
4. Provide all campuses with career exploration and awareness resources and testing materials.

5. Evaluate the career and technology program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.
6. Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs on an ongoing basis using input from teachers and principals applied research and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes. Recommend changes and adjustments where appropriate.
7. Ensure that the necessary time resources materials and technology to support accomplishment of education goals are available.
8. Collaborate with Directors principals teachers and other instructional staff to develop maintain and revise curriculum documents based on a systematic review and analysis.
9. Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional tools and materials to meet student learning needs.
10. Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators).
11. Oversee staff development programs and ensure that effective activities that support instructional programs incorporate input from teachers and principals and are consistent with the districts mission are provided.
12. Participate in the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system.

Policy Reports and Law
13. Ensure compliance with policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education rule and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.
14. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents as required.
15. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Budget
16. Develop and administer the curriculum and instruction budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.

Personnel Management
17. Prepare review and revise job descriptions in curriculum and instruction department as needed.
18. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
19. Select train evaluate and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.

Communication

20. Ensure that established goals and expectations related to implementation of the curriculum and instruction programs are communicated clearly consistently and in a timely manner.
21. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals teachers staff parents and community members.

Community Relations
22. Articulate the districts mission instructional philosophy and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing districts mission.
23. Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
24. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Other
25. Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on curriculum and instruction issues to the board principals teachers parents and community groups. Attend regular meetings of the board.
26. Stay abreast of current research and best practices in curriculum and instruction and adjust plans policies and procedures accordingly.
27. Ensure compliance with local state and federal laws related to curriculum and instruction. Stay abreast of state and federal public policy changes that could impact the district.

28. Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

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