Senior Director - Curriculum Texas Tech K-12

Lubbock

43341BR

TTU K12 District Admin

Position Description

Manages and directs the day to day operations of a research center/institute or medium sized department. Plans, coordinates and supervises the operation and activities of the center/institute/department. Develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities.

The Senior Director of Curriculum manages the overall design, development, and continual
improvement of Texas Tech K-12 online education products. This role provides leadership to ensure continuity,
creativity, and accuracy in product development. The Senior Director oversees all aspects related to the design,
development, maintenance, and enhancement of K-12 course content and Credit by Exam courses. They set
standards for scope, schedule, budget, student engagement, and learning efficacy. Additionally, the Senior
Director participates in the school's overall planning, prioritization, and evaluation efforts.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state-approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years.

Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier-one research institution, Texas Tech K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are.

Texas Tech K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.

Texas Tech K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world.

Major/Essential Functions

• Support the development and execution of the Texas Tech K-12 online course strategy as directed by the Superintendent.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs, activities, and functions to achieve school goals,
  ensuring their efficient operation and alignment with school priorities.
• Serve as a member of the Texas Tech K-12 Leadership Team, participating in the school's planning,
  development, and evaluation.
• Communicate with the leadership team on project selection and implementation, updating
  stakeholders on timelines, issues, and changes. Own the school's planning and prioritization for K-
  12 online course development.
• Ensure existing online courses are consistently updated and refreshed.
• Develop, oversee, and adhere to a department-based budget.
• Establish and monitor plans for on-time delivery of course products.
• Ensure full compliance with all Texas-mandated curriculum changes.
• Manage the effectiveness and performance of all courses and curriculum products through
  establishing, tracking, and reporting on key performance metrics.
• Collaborate with instruction to identify and implement curriculum and instructional practice
  improvements which increase student engagement and achievement.
• Collaborate in the purchasing process for all curriculum and instruction focused products and
  services.
• Maintain a deep understanding of online consumer behaviors, the competitive landscape, and
  technology trends to shape strategic decisions in online curriculum publishing.
• Lead and manage assigned direct reports, evaluating the department structure for continual
  improvement and ensuring professional growth opportunities for team members.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, such as meeting deadlines, honoring
  schedules, coordinating resources and meetings effectively, and demonstrating respect for others.(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.
  Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of pedagogy and instructional design principles specific to online learning
• environments
• Extensive knowledge of product management for k-12 online learning.
• Exceptional ability to deploy resources and manage a portfolio of products
• Strong experience with learning management systems and EdTech tools
• Strong experience in using data analytics to inform product development and drive decision making
• Strong experience in change management to adapt to evolving educational technologies and methodologies
• Ability to provide strategic leadership to address key strategic challenges and opportunities
• Exceptional strong effective verbal and written communication
• Strong ability to create and monitor key performance metrics
• Strong ability to manage budgets
• Familiarization with user experience design to ensure that online courses are user-friendly and engaging for students
• Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with and through people to establish goals, objectives, and action plans

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Six years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education beyond Bachelor's may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in educational technology, curriculum design/development, or related field.
• Five years' progressive high-level experience in curriculum development and design at the elementary/secondary level or a combination of relevant experience.
• Five years' progressive experience leading, managing and/or supervising others.
• Experience in strategic senior management responsibilities.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The following must accompany the application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Professional/Personal Reference

• TO ACCESS THE FORM PLEASE CLICK HERE: Pre-Employment Affidavit

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Organizational Administration

Job Sub Family

Administrative Operations

Annualized Pay Range

$78,900 - $102,600 - $126,200

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.