ROCKWALL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Director of Secondary Curriculum/Assessment & Accountability
Employee Job Description
Job Title:
Director of Secondary Curriculum/
Assessment & Accountability
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to:
Assistant Superintendent of
Curriculum and Instruction
Pay Grade:
Department:
Curriculum & Instruction
Date Revised: April 2012
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Evaluate and provide leadership for the overall secondary instructional program of the district.
Responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the components related to secondary curriculum
and instruction. Oversee, implement, and evaluate programs to improve student achievement, and work
with DEIC. Analyze local and state date as they relate to accountability and AEIS.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate district function
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Knowledge and understanding of testing and measurement
Understanding of assessments and state testing programs/compliance
Strong analytical and information system skills
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Five years administrative experience in public education
Five years experience as a classroom teacher
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Direct instructional and curriculum services to meet students’ needs.
2. Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs with teachers and principals, including
learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.
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3. Apply research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning
process.
4. Work with appropriate staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on
systematic review and analysis.
5. Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data to examine secondary
program/service effectiveness.
6. Involve instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student
learning needs.
7. Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process.
8. Evaluate and identify areas of needed improvement in the instructional/curriculum support
programs.
9. Oversee the administration of the state-testing program, including security measures.
10. Oversee and assist in developing or selecting, administering, interpreting, and reporting the
District’s local testing program and procedures.
11. Report detailed analyses of student measurement for local achievement growth, state
accountability and AEIS data for the District.
12. Communicate district goals, test scores, accountability measures, and accomplishments to all
stakeholders.
13. Research and provide new knowledge and developments in assessment techniques to curriculum
staff.
14. Assist curriculum staff in the design of evaluation projects.
15. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and the findings are used
to make instructional programs and services more effective.
16. Coordinate and provide training to assist with the DEIC process.
17. Develop, maintain, and utilize the appropriate information systems and records for campus and
District overall school improvement efforts.
18. Demonstrate skill in coaching staff and peers; provide technical assistance to the curriculum staff
concerning the use of data in the teaching and learning process.
19. Employ effective interpersonal skills.
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20. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for
all district staff.
21. Assist in compiling reasonable budgets and cost estimates based upon documented program
needs.
22. Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Rockwall ISD.
23. Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and evaluate the performance of instructional supervisors and support staff in the
curriculum department.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Must be able to manage simultaneous occurring projects, communicates effectively with
the public, and make effective decisions while maintaining emotional control.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
In-District and out-of-district travel
Frequent prolonged and irregular working hours
Indoor and outdoor work; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.
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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are
not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Rockwall ISD is an equal opportunity employer
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