Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Director of Curriculum and InstructionCedar Falls Community Schools Administration Center, Cedar Falls, IowaJob DetailsJob ID: 5708298Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)Posted: May 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026Job DescriptionBASIC FUNCTION: Provide leadership to the development and implementation of all PK-12 curriculum, instruction, and assessment.BASIC FUNCTION: Provide leadership to the development and implementation of school improvement and professional learning, PK-12.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide leadership and vision for the ongoing planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum, instruction, assessment and research components of the comprehensive school improvement plan.Provide strategic oversight and leadership in driving continuous improvement initiatives, including, but not limited to, the District SAMI process.Assist staff in understanding and implementing the district's standards-based curriculum by providing job-embedded training and support that is based on scientific, research-based instructional strategies and materials.Create the School Instructional and Assessment Calendar.Oversee administration of various assessments, and facilitate interpretation of results linking data analysis to specific instructional practices.Supervise the administration and analysis of all state and local PK-12 academic testing programs within the district.Maintain accurate and complete records and reports, submitting data to State and Federal Agencies as required by law, grant regulations, district policy, and administrative regulations.Provide oversight and direction for the department chairpersons in regard to curriculum development.Facilitate the planning and implementation of PK-12 professional development for new and existing teachers and administrators.Subject to the direction of the Executive Directors of Elementary and Secondary, ensure the coordination and articulation of PK-12 curricular programs.Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and technology.Develop and implement federal and state aid programs including but not limited to Title I, II and IV.Provide leadership, direction and supervision of the TLC program.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSMaster's Degree in Educational Administration or Curriculum and Instruction IOWA Teacher License or equivalentAdministrator License with Evaluator endorsement is preferredSuccessful teaching experienceWorking knowledge of the theories and instructional best practicesExcellent time management and organizational skillsWorking knowledge of the characteristics of adult learners and the application of adult learning theory to the design and delivery of professional development, in both face-to-face and virtual settings.Working knowledge of the Iowa CoreEffective communication skillsDemonstrated success as a group facilitatorProficient in use of Google applications and Excel.Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and or Testing Required.Position TypeFull-TimeJob RequirementsCitizenship, residency or work visa required.Contact InformationTara Estep, Director of Elementary EducationAdministration CenterEmail: tara.estep@cfschools.orgJ-18808-Ljbffr