Curriculum Designer 1, Future Seminars (Multiple Positions)

Location: Hattie Mae White

Department: Counseling, Curriculum Design & Assess

Area: District Wide

Contract Months: 12

Salary Range: $90,000.00-$110,000.00

Academic Year: 26-27

JOB SUMMARY Designs and develops innovative curriculum for Futures Seminar courses that integrate artificial intelligence practices, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure alignment to district priorities while preparing students for emerging technologies, fostering adaptability, and driving meaningful, future-ready learning outcomes.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Designs and develops curriculum for Future Seminar courses focused on AI applications, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving
2. Creates engaging instructional materials including lesson plans, projects, and student-centered activities aligned to course objectives
3. Integrates emerging technologies and AI tools into curriculum design to enhance student learning experiences

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of curriculum with district initiatives and future-ready competencies
5. Evaluates curriculum effectiveness using student outcomes and feedback to continuously improve course content
6. Supports professional learning for educators implementing Future Seminar courses

EDUCATION Bachelors Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE At least 3 years experience in curriculum design, teaching, or innovation-focused education roles

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION Software Oracle SAP Microsoft Office Other: AI literacy, instructional design, project-based learning

Equipment Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES Level 1 - No supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

BUDGET AUTHORITY No budget development activity is required.

PROBLEM SOLVING Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the organization causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS Anticipates customer needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed customer needs. Establishes customer service standards and feedback mechanisms across departments.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.