PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The role of the Curriculum Supervisor is to help facilitate and implement the district's instructional program, in a manner which is consistent with Board Policy and in accordance with statutes and standards of regulatory agencies, as directed by the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
.Strong knowledge of curriculum/instruction
.Experience in Curriculum Projects
.Knowledge of Curriculum Principles
.Three years classroom experience
.Master's degree in education, curriculum, or related field
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
ROLE 1: INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT and ASSESSMENT
- Develops curriculum guidelines and standards according to district policies and administrative procedures in accordance with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
- Supervises campus implementation of instruction for planned learning outcomes designed for all students including remediation and extension of defined essential knowledge and skills.
- Assists in diagnosing student needs to adjust the instructional program to ensure acceleration, extension, or remediation is appropriate for all students.
- Supervises the instructional implementation and coordination of special programs with regular instruction to promote consistency of the district goals and compliance with guidelines of special programs.
- Assumes accountability for reporting progress of instructional programs, conducting surveys, or preparing formal and informal documents to facilitate gathering and utilizing data for program evaluation.
- Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends new programs or revisions to promote enhancement or improvement in instructional implementation.
- Assists in selecting textbook instructional material. (i.e., selecting and coordinating sample copies for review and evaluation according to district continuums.)
- Schedules and participates in planning meetings and training sessions regarding curriculum and teaching strategies.
- Disseminates information and collaboratively plans with faculty to improve accountability indicators, especially, student performance in testing programs.
- Assesses the instructional program through performing teacher observations, monitoring lesson plans, and compiling data including grade report statistics, course evaluations, and disaggregating state assessment scores.
- Applies research, district studies, and district curriculum to improve the teaching/learning process of the content, scope, and sequence toward defined objectives/TEKS and College Readiness Standards.
- Works closely with other campus teams to develop a strong link and ensure students are well prepared for the rigor of high school and beyond.
- Serves as the campus testing coordinator to plan, organize and effectively manage state, national and local assessments including STAAR, Advanced Placement, NAEP, SAT/ACT/PSAT, etc.
ROLE 2: SCHOOL/ ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
- Coordinates non-instructional activities and services to support the instructional program.
- Demonstrates knowledge and enforcement of district policies and administrative guidelines applicable to the position.
- Demonstrates initiative, cooperativeness, and flexibility in working with various components of the school/district.
- Implements TEA requirements relative to graduation plans, course content, and course sequencing.
- Assists in administering campus special programs (ESL, 504, GT, At-Risk, etc.), including maintenance of eligibility rosters and permission forms, as assigned by the campus principal.
ROLE 3: SCHOOL/ ORGANIZATION IMPROVEMENT
- Communicates effectively with the principal on matters related to the welfare of the school.
- Serves as a resource person to teachers on classroom management, instruction, curriculum, and assessment.
- Participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating campus improvement plans.
- Orients staff on classroom management.
- Coordinates and plans with the guidance department for consistent implementation of policies and procedures for student placement in courses.
ROLE 4: PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
- Assists in personnel appraisals and instructional program evaluations as assigned.
- Develops, conducts, and supervises staff development through effective in-service programs and follow-up strategies to monitor effectiveness.
- Provides input to the principal regarding staffing needs.
- Assists in developing an effective and efficient master schedule for the campus.
ROLE 5: ADMINISTRATION and FISCAL/ FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- Recommends and requisitions appropriate materials and resources to enhance and support the instructional program.
ROLE 6: STUDENT MANAGEMENT
- Supervise extra-curricular functions of the school as assigned.
ROLE 7: PROFESSIONAL GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT
- Adheres to the Professional Ethical Standards in relationships with students, teachers, parents, patrons, peers, and support personnel.
- Projects a positive attitude about self and professional responsibilities.
- Exhibits punctuality and dependability.
- Accepts and accomplishes additional school-related assignments in a positive and effective manner.
- Provides leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursues professional development activities; disseminates ideas and information to other professionals.
ROLE 8: SCHOOL/ COMMUNITY RELATIONS
- Promotes positive community relations by recommending student learning outcomes for staff, students, and parents.
ROLE 9: TECHNOLOGY
- Models utilization of district software programs in accordance with district policy and administrative guidelines.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the school management and instructional/ assessment software for students and staff.
Professionalism
Adheres to ethical and legal standards:
- Follows ethical standards of the B.E.C. State of Texas “Code of Ethics” and “Standard Practices for Texas Educators”. (Entire copy in Employee Handbook)
- Complies with standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, colleagues, school officials, parents, and community members
- Maintains the dignity of the professional; respects and obeys the law, demonstrates personal integrity, and exemplifies honesty
- Exemplifies ethical relations with colleagues; extends just and equitable treatment to all members of the profession
- Measures success by the progress of each student toward realization of his or her potential as an effective citizen
- Cooperates with parents and others to improve the public schools of the community
- Adheres to F.B.I.S.D. “Hornet Points of Pride” professional district standards. (Entire copy in Employee Handbook)
- Utilizes district procedures to resolve concerns
- Maintains positive working relationships with others by:
- BEING TRUTHFUL…about our District and fellow Employees
- BEING RESPECTFUL…of fellow Employees
- SEEKING SOLUTIONS…for our District and fellow Employees
- BEING FAIR, EQUITABLE AND TOLERANT…of differences among individuals both in our actions for the District and toward our fellow Employees
- SUPPORTING OUR DISTRICT
- GROWING PROFESSIONALLY
Calendar Days: 206