Job Title: Chief Academic Officer Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/
Reports to: Superintendent Pay Grade: Admin Pay 11
Dept./School: Curriculum and Instruction Days: 227
Supervises: Direct Reports and Support Staff
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for the overall management of the district’s curriculum, instruction, assessment, and accountability functions. 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 efficient, incorporate district goals, and support student achievement.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Master’s Degree, Doctorate preferred
- Administrative Certification required; Superintendent Certification preferred
- Texas Educator Certification up to date
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:
Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher
Three years’ experience in instructional leadership roles
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional and Program Management
- Oversee the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
- Lead the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure that goals and objectives are developed using effective collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques.
- 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.
- Ensure that the necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support accomplishment of education goals are available.
- Collaborate with curriculum specialists, principals, teachers, and other instructional staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on a systematic review and analysis.
- Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional tools and materials to meet student learning needs.
- Oversee staff development programs and ensure that effective activities that support instructional programs, incorporate input from teachers and principals, and are consistent with the district’s mission are provided.
- Design and oversee comprehensive assessment systems that include formative, interim, and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
- Ensure the integrity and effectiveness of accountability systems to measure school and district performance, including oversight of data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Collaborate with school leaders and instructional staff to build capacity for data literacy, performance analysis, and the use of data to improve teaching and learning.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local accountability mandates, including standardized testing, performance metrics, and reporting requirements.
Policy, Reports, and Law
- Ensure compliance with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Budget
- 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
- Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in curriculum and instruction department as needed.
- Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
- Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Communication
- Ensure that established goals and expectations related to implementation of the curriculum and instruction programs are communicated clearly, consistently, and in a timely manner.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.
Community Relations
- Articulate the district’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district’s mission.
- Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
- Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Other
- 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.
- Stay abreast of current research and best practices in curriculum and instruction and adjust plans, policies, and procedures accordingly.
- 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.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of instructional supervisors and support staff in the curriculum department.*
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
*To meet the executive exemption test, the primary duty must be management and the employee must supervise at least two full-time employees.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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