Director of Curriculum

ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Curriculum

Job Code:2296

Department: School Improvement

Supervisor: Executive Director of Curriculum and Instructional Improvement

Date: June 23, 2026

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 03

Compensation Range: $91,528-128,140. This salary range reflects full-time, 12-month assignments. Salary offers for part-time roles or assignments of less than 12 months will be prorated based on the assignment scope and duration.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Director of Curriculum provides district level leadership in aligning development, revision, and implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment to support district school improvement efforts.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

1. Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives, and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
2. Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
4. Manages continuous improvement processes with school-based personnel toward guaranteed and viable Tier 1 curricula and assessment practices for Foundational Literacy, English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Fine Arts, and Physical education instruction across all K-12 schools and special programs as applicable.
5. Monitors and supports alignment of guaranteed and viable curricula through the use of classroom visits, PLCs, achievement data, and implementation data in order to continuously improve instruction and student outcomes.
6. Facilitates Professional Learning for instructional leaders, coaches, school based personnel in collaboration with district leaders to ensure high quality curriculum implementation and evidence based instructional practices.
7. Collaborates with cross-departmental teams to analyze district and state data and make informed decisions regarding curriculum, instruction, and academic achievement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid professional educator license required; administrative endorsement preferred.
2. Completion of the Illinois Performance Evaluation � Teacher Evaluation Training within 90 days of the date of hire.
3. Demonstrated record of successful classroom teaching experience.
4. Demonstrated record of successful school leadership experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
2. Proficiency in a variety of research-based instructional techniques and programs.
3. Ability to effectively facilitate groups and work with adult learners.
4. Proficiency in the administration and analysis of assessments and use of data to guide instructional practice and intervention.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

WORK CALENDAR: 12 Months

WORKING CONDITIONS: Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) or Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Optional 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

OTHER: This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.