Senior Director - Curriculum Texas Tech K-12

Senior Director - Curriculum Texas Tech K-12

Lubbock
43341BR
TTU K12 District Admin

Position Description

Manages and directs the day to day operations of a research center/institute or medium sized department. Plans, coordinates and supervises the operation and activities of the center/institute/department. Develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state-approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years.

Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier-one research institution, Texas Tech K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are.

Texas Tech K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.

Texas Tech K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world.

Major/Essential Functions

The Senior Director of Curriculum manages the overall design, development, and continual improvement of Texas Tech K-12 online education products. This role provides leadership to ensure continuity, creativity, and accuracy in product development. The Senior Director oversees all aspects related to the design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of K-12 course content and Credit by Exam courses. They set standards for scope, schedule, budget, student engagement, and learning efficacy. Additionally, the Senior Director participates in the school's overall planning, prioritization, and evaluation efforts.

• Support the development and execution of the Texas Tech K-12 online course strategy as directed by the Superintendent.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs, activities, and functions to achieve school goals, ensuring their efficient operation and alignment with school priorities.
• Serve as a member of the Texas Tech K-12 Leadership Team, participating in the school's planning, development, and evaluation.
• Communicate with the leadership team on project selection and implementation, updating stakeholders on timelines, issues, and changes. Own the school's planning and prioritization for K-12 online course development.
• Ensure existing online courses are consistently updated and refreshed.
• Develop, oversee, and adhere to a department-based budget.
• Establish and monitor plans for on-time delivery of course products.
• Ensure full compliance with all Texas-mandated curriculum changes.
• Manage the effectiveness and performance of all courses and curriculum products through establishing, tracking, and reporting on key performance metrics.
• Collaborate with instruction to identify and implement curriculum and instructional practice improvements which increase student engagement and achievement.
• Collaborate in the purchasing process for all curriculum and instruction focused products and services.
• Maintain a deep understanding of online consumer behaviors, the competitive landscape, and technology trends to shape strategic decisions in online curriculum publishing.
• Lead and manage assigned direct reports, evaluating the department structure for continual improvement and ensuring professional growth opportunities for team members.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings effectively, and demonstrating respect for others.(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Six years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education beyond Bachelor's may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in educational technology, curriculum design/development, or related field.
• Five years' progressive high-level experience in curriculum development and design at the elementary/secondary level or a combination of relevant experience.
• Five years' progressive experience leading, managing and/or supervising others.
• Experience in strategic senior management responsibilities.
• Strong experience with learning management systems and EdTech tools
• Strong experience in using data analytics to inform product development and drive decision making
• Strong experience in change management to adapt to evolving educational technologies and methodologies

Pay Range

$78,900 - $102,600 - $126,200