Director of Curriculum Design and Production

\Phlnap2.Aesopprod.Com\Files.Generalasp\Bmtisd_Files\43\43686.DocxDirector of Curriculum Design and Production Page | 1 of 6 Last Modified: 5/18/2026 BEAUMONT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description JOB TITLE: Director of Curriculum Design and Production CLASSIFICATION: Exempt REPORTS TO: Superintendent PAY GRADE: ADM Pay Grd /235 Days LOCATION: Administration DATE REVISED: May 18, 2026 PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Director of Curriculum Design and Production serves as the district leader responsible for ensuring that curriculum systems are coherent, high-quality, instructionally aligned, and operationally executable across all schools. This role leads the design, production, organization, and continuous improvement of district curriculum resources so that teachers and school leaders can deliver strong instruction with clarity and consistency. Curriculum quality is defined not only by academic rigor, but by accessibility, usability, coherence, alignment, and the degree to which instructional materials improve classroom implementation. The Director ensures that curriculum systems move beyond isolated lesson creation and function instead as an integrated instructional framework that supports teaching, learning, intervention, and assessment across the district. This role establishes clear expectations for curriculum development timelines, instructional alignment, production quality, and implementation support. The Director ensures that curriculum products are developed with precision, maintained with discipline, and revised in response to instructional needs, student performance trends, and district priorities. The Director works in close partnership with school leadership, assessment, professional learning, multilingual services, special programs, and academic leadership to ensure that curriculum systems support instructional coherence across all campuses. This role ensures that curriculum does not operate separately from classroom reality, but instead functions as a reliable instructional support system for teachers and students QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Master's degree required; advanced degree in curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, or related field preferred. Valid Texas teaching certificate required. Minimum of 7 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, or academic systems leadership. Demonstrated experience designing or managing curriculum systems aligned to TEKS and district instructional priorities. Proven track record of leading complex instructional projects from development through implementation. Demonstrated ability to manage timelines, systems, and cross-functional collaboration in high-accountability environments. Experience supervising and developing instructional leadership teams preferred

Page | 2 of 6 Director of Curriculum Design and Production Reporting Structure and Oversight The Director of Curriculum Design and Production directly oversees: Curriculum Coordinators Curriculum Project Managers Digital Curriculum and Production Supports Curriculum Production and Resource Management Systems Core Responsibilities Curriculum System Design and Coherence Lead the development and continuous improvement of district curriculum systems across content areas and grade levels. Ensure curriculum products are vertically aligned, instructionally coherent, and aligned to TEKS and district priorities. Establish clear expectations for curriculum architecture, lesson internalization, assessment alignment, and instructional accessibility and usability. Ensure that curriculum systems support both strong core instruction and intervention needs. Eliminate fragmented curriculum practices by establishing common development standards and production expectations Curriculum Production and Execution Oversee the production, organization, publishing, and maintenance of district instructional materials and curriculum resources. Ensure curriculum products are delivered on time, quality-controlled, and accessible to campuses. Develop production systems that reduce inconsistency, duplication, and operational confusion. Monitor curriculum revision cycles and ensure instructional materials remain current and aligned. Establish workflows that support disciplined execution across curriculum teams Instructional Alignment and Quality Assurance Ensure curriculum reflects strong instructional practices and supports rigorous student learning. Review curriculum products for alignment, rigor, clarity, and classroom applicability. Ensure assessments, exemplars, pacing guidance, and instructional supports align to intended learning outcomes. Monitor implementation trends and identify gaps between curriculum design and classroom execution. Use student performance data and instructional feedback to inform curriculum revisions and improvements Cross-Department Coordination Collaborate with assessment, professional learning, multilingual, special education, CCMR, and campus leadership teams to ensure instructional coherence. Ensure curriculum systems support district instructional priorities and school operational realities. Align curriculum production timelines with assessment windows, instructional calendars, and district initiatives. Resolve instructional misalignment and communication breakdowns across departments quickly and directly Page | 3 of 6 Director of Curriculum Design and Production Leadership Development and Team Management Develop and supervise curriculum leadership staff with clear expectations for quality, responsiveness, and execution. Coach team members to think systemically and prioritize district coherence over isolated preferences. Build internal leadership capacity across curriculum teams through feedback, accountability, and professional growth. Establish performance standards that define excellence in curriculum development and production work. Address underperformance directly and ensure timely course correction Strategic Communication and Clarity Communicate curriculum expectations, revisions, timelines, and priorities with clarity and precision. Translate complex instructional and curriculum concepts into actionable guidance for campuses and district leaders. Ensure teachers and leaders understand how curriculum systems connect to instructional outcomes. Provide solution-oriented communication during instructional challenges and implementation transitions Culture and High-Performance Expectations Model professionalism, urgency, responsiveness, and execution discipline. Reinforce that curriculum systems exist to improve classroom instruction and student outcomes. Ensure teams operate with accountability, collaboration, and service orientation. Define acceptable and unacceptable operational behaviors through consistent action and follow-through Core Skill Set Curriculum Systems Leadership Strong understanding of curriculum design, instructional alignment, and assessment integration. Ability to build coherent instructional systems across multiple grade levels and content areas. Ability to balance instructional quality with operational execution and production management Project and Execution Management Ability to manage complex production timelines and competing priorities simultaneously. Establishes systems that ensure curriculum products are completed with consistency and fidelity. Monitors execution progress and intervenes early when delays or breakdowns occur Coaching and Feedback Provides actionable feedback that improves curriculum quality and team performance. Develops instructional leaders who can design, revise, and manage curriculum independently. Reinforces clear standards through consistent coaching and accountability Problem Diagnosis and Solution Design Identifies root causes of curriculum misalignment, inconsistency, or implementation failure. Designs practical, sustainable solutions aligned to district instructional priorities. Anticipates operational barriers before they impact campuses Communication and Influence Communicates with clarity, structure, and authority. Builds alignment across departments through consistent expectations and messaging. Influences instructional decision-making across multiple stakeholder groups Personality Traits: Page | 4 of 6 Director of Curriculum Design and Production System-oriented; naturally identifies instructional and operational connections across departments. Disciplined and organized; able to manage complex workstreams without loss of clarity. Direct and solution-focused; addresses issues clearly and constructively. Reliable under pressure; maintains composure and execution focus during high-demand periods. Accountability-driven; prioritizes outcomes and follow-through over intentions. Detail-oriented; recognizes that small inconsistencies create larger instructional problems. Service-oriented; understands that curriculum systems exist to support schools and teachers. Adaptable and resilient during periods of instructional change Emotional Intelligence Expectations Self-Awareness Understands how leadership presence and decision-making impact others. Recognizes personal tendencies and adjusts behavior to meet the needs of the system Self-Management Maintains composure and discipline during operational challenges. Responds with clarity and purpose rather than reaction Social Awareness Understands the operational realities faced by schools and departments. Anticipates how decisions will affect multiple stakeholders Relationship Management Builds trust through consistency, clarity, and follow-through. Addresses conflict directly and resolves it in a way that strengthens the system. Maintains credibility by aligning words and actions Leadership Operating Expectations for BISD Purpose: The leader in this role ensures that operational systems do not drift, fragment, or compete with instructional priorities, but instead function as a stable, responsive foundation for school success Operating Expectation 1: Anchor Curriculum to Instructional Priorities Ensures curriculum development decisions remain aligned to district instructional priorities rather than individual preferences or isolated practices Operating Expectation 2: Design for Classroom Reality Ensures curriculum systems are practical, usable, and responsive to the realities of classroom instruction and campus implementation Operating Expectation 3: Prioritize Coherence Over Volume Focuses on instructional clarity, alignment, and quality rather than excessive production or disconnected resources Operating Expectation 4: Ensure Production Reliability Maintains disciplined production systems so curriculum materials are delivered accurately, consistently, and on time Page | 5 of 6 Director of Curriculum Design and Production Operating Expectation 5: Build Systems, Not Dependency Develops curriculum teams capable of maintaining high-quality work independently through strong systems and leadership capacity Operating Expectation 6: Monitor Fidelity and Impact Tracks whether curriculum systems are implemented consistently and whether they improve instructional execution and student outcomes Operation Expectation 7: Surface Instructional Risks Early Identifies curriculum gaps, implementation concerns, and instructional misalignment before they significantly impact schools Operation Expectation 8: Reduce Instructional Noise Protects campuses from fragmented initiatives, inconsistent guidance, and unnecessary complexity in curriculum systems Operation Expectation 9: Maintain Instructional Credibility Demonstrates deep understanding of curriculum, instruction, and classroom execution while maintaining operational discipline Operation Expectation 10: Operate with Calm Precision Leads with steadiness, organization, and clarity during complex instructional work and high-pressure implementation cycles Director Leadership Expectation This role requires a leader who understands that curriculum systems shape the daily instructional experience of teachers and students. The Director of Curriculum Design and Production ensures that curriculum functions as a coherent, reliable, and instructionally aligned system that strengthens classroom execution across the district. Success in this role is measured by the quality, consistency, usability, and instructional impact of the district's curriculum systems, as well as the degree to which schools are supported with clarity and coherence WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands Maintain emotional control under stress Regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours Physical Demands Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions Environmental Demands Frequent districtwide travel to campuses, district offices, and community sites The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Approved by Immediate Supervisor: Date: Reviewed by HR Director: Date: Page | 6 of 6 Director of Curriculum Design and Production Received by Employee: Date: The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.