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Senior Director - Curriculum Texas Tech K-12

Position Number: 6997808
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Curriculum Design

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.)

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.

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

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

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.