Curriculum Designer 1, Future Seminars (Multiple Positions)

Location: Hattie Mae WhiteDepartment: Counseling, Curriculum Design & AssessArea:District WideContract Months:12Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00Academic Year: 26-27JOB SUMMARYDesigns and develops innovative curriculum for Futures Seminar courses that integrate artificial intelligence practices, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure alignment to district priorities while preparing students for emerging technologies, fostering adaptability, and driving meaningful, future-ready learning outcomes.MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1. Designs and develops curriculum for Future Seminar courses focused on AI applications, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving2. Creates engaging instructional materials including lesson plans, projects, and student-centered activities aligned to course objectives3. Integrates emerging technologies and AI tools into curriculum design to enhance student learning experiencesMAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of curriculum with district initiatives and future-ready competencies5. Evaluates curriculum effectiveness using student outcomes and feedback to continuously improve course content6. Supports professional learning for educators implementing Future Seminar coursesEDUCATIONBachelor's DegreeWORK EXPERIENCEAt least 3 years experience in curriculum design, teaching, or innovation-focused education rolesSKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONSoftwareOracleSAPMicrosoft OfficeOther: AI literacy, instructional design, project-based learningEquipmentOffice equipment (e.g., computer, copier)LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIESLevel 1-No supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff.WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENTBUDGET AUTHORITYNo budget development activity is required.PROBLEM SOLVINGDecisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.IMPACT OF DECISIONSDecisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the organization causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONSCollaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPSAnticipates customer needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed customer needs. Establishes customer service standards and feedback mechanisms across departments.WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSWork is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.