Secondary Curriculum Lead

Clinton City Schools
Job Description

Reports to: Executive Director of Instructional Services
Terms of Employment: 11 months
Salary: NC Teacher Salary Scale (Master)

Nature of Job

The demands of twenty-first-century secondary education require instructional leaders who are skilled in curriculum alignment, data analysis, teacher coaching, and systems-level school improvement. The Secondary Curriculum Lead supports middle and high school teachers in the effective implementation of high-quality, research-based instructional practices aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOS), district priorities, and state accountability requirements.

This position is designed to strengthen secondary instructional practices, improve student achievement, support teacher effectiveness, and promote consistent implementation of curriculum, assessment, intervention, and instructional planning across grades 6–12. The Secondary Curriculum Lead serves as a professional resource, coach, collaborator, and instructional leader for teachers, school administrators, and district leadership.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required; Master’s ( MSA) degree preferred.
Valid North Carolina Professional Educator’s License required.
Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience at the middle or high school level.
Demonstrated effectiveness in improving student achievement and using data to guide instruction.
Experience with curriculum planning, instructional coaching, mentoring, PLC facilitation, or professional development preferred.
Knowledge of North Carolina accountability standards, graduation requirements, secondary scheduling, and course pathways preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The Secondary Curriculum Lead should demonstrate:

Extensive knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for secondary instruction.
Strong understanding of middle and high school curriculum, instructional practices, assessment systems, and student achievement measures.
Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies that support diverse learners, including exceptional children, English learners, academically gifted students, and students requiring intervention.
Ability to analyze local, state, and national data to identify trends, instructional gaps, and areas for improvement.
Ability to support data-driven decision-making aligned with school improvement plans and the district strategic plan.
Knowledge of formative and summative assessment practices, benchmark assessments, End-of-Grade assessments, End-of-Course assessments, CTE pathways, graduation requirements, and college and career readiness indicators.
Strong understanding of professional learning communities and collaborative planning structures.
Ability to design, organize, and deliver high-quality professional development for secondary teachers and instructional staff.
Knowledge of adult learning theory and effective coaching practices.
Ability to provide job-embedded coaching, feedback, and instructional support in a professional and confidential manner.
Effective organizational, planning, communication, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with instructional technology, data systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, digital curriculum platforms, and other district-approved instructional tools.
Strategic problem-solving skills and the ability to use multiple data sources to guide instructional improvement.
Ability to support culturally responsive teaching, inclusive practices, and instruction that reflects multiple perspectives.
Ability to motivate, inspire, and build professional capacity among teachers and school teams.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, teachers, students, parents, district personnel, and community partners.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Instructional Support & Coaching

Provide job-embedded coaching and instructional support to middle and high school teachers.
Assist teachers with planning lessons and units aligned to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, district pacing guides, curriculum expectations, and assessment requirements.
Support the implementation of high-quality, research-based instructional strategies across secondary content areas.
Model effective instructional practices, including differentiation, student engagement strategies, academic vocabulary development, questioning techniques, and formative assessment.
Support teachers in developing rigorous, standards-aligned lessons that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world application.
Assist teachers in using data to identify student learning gaps and adjust instruction accordingly.
Provide support with lesson planning, unit design, curriculum mapping, instructional resources, and assessment alignment.
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to improve classroom instruction and student achievement.
Support new teachers, beginning teachers, lateral entry teachers, and teachers needing additional instructional support.
Provide professional feedback to teachers in a manner that promotes growth, reflection, and improved instructional practice.

Professional Development

Design and deliver professional development for secondary teachers based on district goals, school improvement plans, student data, and instructional needs.
Provide training on curriculum standards, instructional strategies, assessment practices, data analysis, intervention planning, and digital instructional tools.
Facilitate professional learning communities focused on student achievement, curriculum alignment, and instructional improvement.
Support teachers in implementing district-adopted curriculum programs, instructional resources, technology platforms, and assessment systems.
Assist with onboarding and instructional support for new secondary teachers.
Collaborate with school and district leaders to identify professional development needs and create targeted support plans.
Promote continuous professional growth and reflective instructional practice among secondary staff.

Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring

Assist teachers, school leadership teams, and district administrators in analyzing student performance data.
Support the review and interpretation of formative assessments, benchmark data, EOG data, EOC data, course performance data, graduation data, attendance data, and other relevant indicators.
Help identify instructional strengths, learning gaps, and trends across grade levels, courses, and student subgroups.
Assist in developing targeted intervention and enrichment strategies based on student data.
Support MTSS teams by assisting with academic intervention planning, progress monitoring, and documentation.
Monitor the effectiveness of instructional strategies, interventions, and curriculum implementation.
Provide data summaries, reports, and recommendations to district and school leadership as requested.
Support schools in using data to improve student outcomes and meet district and state accountability expectations.

Curriculum Alignment & Secondary Programming

Support the alignment of secondary curriculum, instruction, and assessment with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.
Assist with curriculum mapping, pacing guides, instructional resources, and common assessment development.
Support vertical and horizontal alignment across middle school, high school, and district-level instructional programs.
Collaborate with school counselors, administrators, and district staff regarding secondary course offerings, student placement, academic pathways, and graduation requirements.
Support instructional planning related to college and career readiness, advanced coursework, CTE opportunities, intervention courses, and academic support programs.
Assist with reviewing secondary course data, student performance, and program effectiveness.
Provide guidance and support related to instructional materials, curriculum resources, and digital learning tools.
Support secondary scheduling conversations as they relate to curriculum, course access, instructional needs, and student achievement.

Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate with principals, assistant principals, counselors, district curriculum leaders, instructional coaches, teachers, and other stakeholders to support secondary instruction.
Serve as a resource for curriculum, instruction, assessment, intervention, and instructional technology.
Maintain consistent communication with school and district leadership regarding instructional needs, teacher support, student data, and recommendations.
Participate in district-level and school-level meetings related to curriculum, instruction, accountability, MTSS, and school improvement.
Build positive professional relationships that support trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, administrators, students, parents, and community stakeholders as appropriate.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student records, personnel matters, instructional concerns, and district information.

Program Coordination

Assist with the coordination and implementation of district secondary curriculum initiatives.
Support district instructional programs designed to improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness.
Assist with summer learning, credit recovery, intervention, enrichment, or other academic programs as assigned.
Support planning and implementation of district-level professional development for secondary staff.
Assist schools with instructional planning related to state assessments, course expectations, academic interventions, and student success initiatives.
Coordinate with district and school teams to ensure instructional practices are aligned with district goals and state requirements.

Other Responsibilities

Stay current on educational research, secondary instructional practices, North Carolina standards, assessment requirements, and accountability expectations.
Maintain professional licensure and participate in ongoing professional growth opportunities.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct in all duties.
Support district initiatives and school improvement efforts as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Instructional Services, Superintendent, or designee.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed within this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties may be revised as needed to meet the instructional, operational, and strategic needs of Clinton City Schools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. The employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, carry, reach, speak, hear, and use technology for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments and may come into direct contact with Clinton City Schools staff, students, parents, community members, and the public. The position may require travel between school sites and attendance at meetings, professional development sessions, and district events.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance expectations.

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The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, reviewed with the employee by the immediate supervisor, revised as required, and serve as the basis for work expectations and performance evaluation.