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Director II,
Department of Curriculum and Instruction |
0262 |
| Under direction, is responsible for the administration
of the department, as well as providing leadership for
the designing, planning, development, implementation,
and monitoring of countywide curriculum and instructional
programs in the academics (K-12) to include: Reading,
English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Foreign
Language, Special Education, Technology Integration,
and Instructional Initiatives. Provides supervision
for department staff; provides leadership for this staff
in planning responsive improvements in academic programs.
Requires presentations to the Board of Education and
frequent dialogue with community members, state officials,
and media representatives.
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| Thorough knowledge of the instructional programs of
the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS); thorough
knowledge of educational theory, research based best
practices, National Standards, and Maryland State Content
Standards, Core Learning Goals, and Learner outcomes.
Knowledge of school improvement planning process. Knowledge
of curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation.
Ability to collect, analyze, and use data to plan for
curriculum reform. Ability to support the department's
vision, promote open communication, and collaborative
problem based best practices, National Standards, and
Maryland State Content Standards, Core Learning Goals,
and Learner outcomes. Knowledge of school improvement
planning process. Knowledge of curriculum design, implementation,
and evaluation. Ability to collect, analyze, and use
data to plan for curriculum reform. Ability to use systems
thinking to establish clear goals for the development
of curriculum. Ability to plan alignment of curriculum,
assessment, and instruction with state standards. Writing
and technology skills necessary for producing comprehensive
reports and making presentations. Innovative and creative
teaching with demonstrated ability to conceptualize,
lead, and evaluate large scale curricular projects.
Excellent interpersonal skills built on communication
and collaboration. Excellent oral and written communications
and human relations skills.
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| Master's degree from an accredited college or university
with specialization in the area of curriculum and/or
administration. Experience as a classroom teacher, curriculum
coordinator, and/or principal; experience providing
leadership in designing, planning, and implementing
instructional programs. Experience in designing curricular
framework. Other combinations of applicable education,
training, and experience which provide the knowledge,
abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively
in the position may be considered. Ability to increase
responsibility and leadership in the position; ability
to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a complex
189 school system; and wide range of varied experiences
across school systems and secondary education institutes.
Doctor's degree desirable. |
| Meets Maryland state certification requirements for
supervisors and principals. |
| (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None |
| (Frequent overtime
or night work required, etc.) Attendance at evening Board of Education meetings,
PTA presentations, award ceremonies, and school programs
may be required. |
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Identifies needs for curriculum, development, and instructional
program improvement; designs, and conducts evaluations
of new and existing instructional programs, and interprets
the program to the professional staff, Board of Education,
and the community.
Provides support to the instructional programs through
the identification, evaluation, and selection of instructional
materials, and through the development of teacher guides.
Participates in the selection and evaluation process
for department staff; provides the necessary administrative
and supervisory function for appropriate leadership
of the department staff.
Develops and manages the MCPS budget dealing with instructional
program maintenance, development, and improvements.
Establishes collaborative relationships with other
offices and agencies in MCPS and Maryland State Department
of Education (MSDE) that support the mission of the
department.
Participates actively in the Council on Instruction
process.
Collects and utilizes data to inform instructional
decisions and monitors plans for academic interventions.
Coordinates proven, research-based methods and strategies
for curricular reform.
Develops and presents information and programs to the
Board of Education (BOE), professional staff groups,
and community groups.
Talks with media about curriculum, instruction, initiatives,
and student achievement.
Actively promotes research and development work to
identify new and innovative programs and practices.
Works with community and school groups to build their
knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Actively pursues opportunities for life-long learning
and professional growth.
Provides leadership in designing and developing new
programs and initiatives to meet identified needs.
Uses creative and critical thinking in curriculum work,
staff management, and problem-solving.
Supervises staff workload of program supervisors and
instructional specialists across all content areas.
Performs related work as required.
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