K-8 Mathematics Curriculum Manager

Position OverviewThe Curriculum Manager provides instructional leadership in curriculum, assessment, professional learning, and instructional systems across KIPP St. Louis schools. Reporting to the Vice President of Academics & Instruction, this role is responsible for ensuring high-quality implementation of curriculum and instructional priorities across campuses through strong systems, aligned professional learning, and coaching support for school leaders and teachers.The Curriculum Manager serves as the content and instructional lead for their assigned grade band and content area and plays a critical role in building coherent systems that improve teacher practice and student outcomes. This includes developing curriculum access systems, aligned assessments, pacing guidance, assessment blueprints, data-driven instruction cycles, calibration systems, and progress monitoring structures aligned to the region’s instructional framework and academic priorities.The Curriculum Manager partners closely with School Leaders, Assistant School Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and teachers to strengthen lesson internalization, instructional rigor, data analysis, and responsive teaching practices. Through walkthroughs, professional development, coaching, and assessment analysis, this leader ensures students consistently experience grade-level rigorous instruction aligned to KIPP St. Louis instructional expectations.The Curriculum Manager also plays a critical role in helping the region continuously improve its instructional systems by analyzing student achievement data, leader and teacher feedback, walkthrough trends, and assessment outcomes to recommend and implement strategic shifts across schools.Who we are:KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission and vision.Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and boasts hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of three elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school.What makes KIPP St. Louis unique?We believe that our educators are proving what's possible in urban education each and every day, by inspiring students, and helping them discover the joy of learning. KIPP schools support our educators to help students achieve academic excellence, building the skills and confidence they need to succeed.Together, we are raising the bar for every student, every day.Job DescriptionPosition type: Full time, exempt, 12 MonthReporting & Collaboration Direct Manager: Vice President of AcademicsDirect Reports: N/AKey Collaborators:School LeadersAssistant School LeadersInstructional CoachesTeacher LeadersDirector of Professional LearningDirector of Special PopulationsData TeamOperations TeamAutonomy & Decision Making: Leads instructional decision-making within assigned content area and grade spanDevelops regional guidance for curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and instructional prioritiesRecommends shifts to curriculum, assessment, intervention, and instructional systems based on data and walkthrough trends Determines content-specific professional learning priorities and implementation supports Collaborates with school leadership teams to ensure aligned execution across campusesWhat will I be doing in my day to day work?Curriculum Strategy, Alignment, & Implementation:Develop and maintain curriculum access systems including unit resources, lesson materials, and intellectual prep supportsCreate and revise pacing guidance aligned to standards, instructional priorities, and assessment timelinesSupport schools in executing curriculum with fidelity while maintaining rigor and grade-level alignmentDevelop and maintain schedules of assessed standards aligned to regional assessment blueprintsEnsure vertical alignment of standards, instructional practices, and assessment expectations across grade levelsSupport leaders and teachers with lesson internalization, unit unpacking, and student work analysis protocolsAssessment & Data-Driven Instruction Systems- Develop and maintain aligned assessment systems, including:Interim assessmentsCurriculum-embedded assessmentsProgress monitoring systemsAssessment blueprintsDesign and support network-wide Data Driven Instruction (DDI) cycles aligned to student outcomes and priority standardsFacilitate collaborative scoring and calibration processes to ensure consistent understanding of rigor and proficiencyAnalyze student performance trends and support schools in identifying high-leverage instructional responsesEnsure assessment systems are implemented with fidelity and aligned to regional timelines and expectationsPartner with leaders to ensure assessment data translates into actionable instructional planning and interventionProfessional Development & Leader Capacity:Design and facilitate professional learning aligned to regional instructional priorities and content-specific best practicesTrain School Leaders, Assistant School Leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers on curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and instructional strategiesSupport leaders in conducting effective walkthroughs, coaching conversations, and observation feedback cyclesBuild leader and teacher capacity around:Lesson internalizationData analysisAcademic discourseStudent engagementGrade-level rigor and accessSupport the development of school-based systems that reinforce instructional consistency and strong Tier 1 instructionWalkthroughs, Coaching, & Continuous Improvement:Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs to monitor instructional implementation and identify trends across schoolsProvide actionable feedback to school leadership teams tied to our regional core elements for Tier I instructionSupport schools in developing targeted action plans in response to walkthrough and student data trendsAnalyze implementation gaps and recommend strategic adjustments to curriculum, PD, intervention, and coaching systemsCollect and synthesize feedback from leaders and teachers to improve curriculum resources, assessment systems, and instructional supports What will I be evaluated on?Curriculum & Instructional Coherence:Schools consistently implement curriculum and instructional priorities with fidelity across classrooms and grade levelsTeachers demonstrate strong lesson internalization and alignment to standards, pacing, and instructional expectationsStudents consistently engage in grade-level rigorous work aligned to the instructional frameworkAssessment & Data Systems:Assessment systems are aligned, predictable, and effectively used across campusesLeaders and teachers execute strong DDI cycles resulting in targeted instructional adjustmentsProgress monitoring systems lead to timely intervention and measurable student growthLeader & Teacher Capacity:School Leaders and instructional coaches effectively lead coaching cycles, walkthroughs, and instructional PDTeachers demonstrate improved instructional practice aligned to the core elements for Tier I instructionCross-campus calibration and instructional consistency improve over time Student Outcomes-Increased student proficiency and growth on:MAP/EOC State assessmentsiReadyInterim assessmentsCourse-aligned performance tasksQualificationsWhat skills should I already bring, i.e., what should I already have a track record around?Mathematical reasoning, conceptual understanding, and procedural fluencyProblem-solving instruction and mathematical discourseMath intervention systems and progress monitoringEureka Math Squared or similar mathematics curriculaStandards progression and vertical coherence in mathematics Strong project management and organizational skillsAbility to coach and develop leaders and teachersStrong facilitation and professional development skillsWhat should I know a lot about already, i.e., what should I have expertise in?Standards for Mathematical Practices and Aspects of RigorStandards-aligned curriculum and instructionAssessment design and progress monitoring systemsData Driven Instruction cycles and instructional response planningAdult learning and instructional coaching practicesHigh-quality Tier 1 instruction and rigorous classroom practicesLesson internalization and student work analysis protocols KIPP uses Indicators of Excellence (IOE) to codify what great looks like in daily work. For this role, the IOEs include:Planning: Progress MonitoringPlanning: Questioning for Cognitive LiftExecution: DiagnosisExecution: ResponseWhat you bring to the table:Required5+ years of successful classroom teaching experience with strong student outcomesExperience leading curriculum implementation or instructional improvement initiativesDemonstrated experience designing and facilitating professional learning for adultsExperience using student achievement data to drive instructional decisionsStrong understanding of instructional coaching and leader developmentAbility to manage cross-functional projects and systemsBachelor’s degree requiredValid teaching certification PreferredExperience as an instructional coach, assistant principal, or academic deanExperience in high-performing schools or networksAdvanced degree in education, curriculum, leadership, or related fieldExperience leading work across multiple schools or grade bands Additional InformationWhat we bring to the table:KIPP St. Louis is committed to pay equity and to ensuring that we do not unintentionally perpetuate historic wage gaps that persist due to individual negotiations. As a result, salaries are not negotiated. We are transparent about salaries in our job postings so that candidates can make an informed decision before beginning the hiring process. The salary range is $70-$95,000. This role is performance bonus eligible.We are a fast paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement and to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental. Employer Paid Short Term Disability. $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee. Retirement plan through PSSRSSL with an employer match up to 14% and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension programEmployee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony, holiday party, and more!Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer. Ongoing professional development. Generous time off:Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leavePaid parental leave for new familiesPaid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring breakWellness days provided throughout the yearHiring Timeline and StepsThe anticipated start date for the role is July 6, 2026.If you are interested in working at KIPP St. Louis, please visit our website to find out how to apply! www.kippstl.org/applyCheck out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.