Senior Director of Academics & Instruction

Position type: Full time, exempt, 12 Month    Key ResponsibilitiesInstructional Leadership and StrategyDevelop and implement a cohesive academic vision aligned with the network's goals for student achievement and college readiness.Author and revise "Fundamentals of Instruction" documents for each course and content block, outlining the KIPP St. Louis instructional approach.Facilitate network-wide walkthroughs to assess instructional quality, provide feedback, and support instructional leaders with action planning.Partner with school operations to ensure all necessary curriculum and instructional materials are procured and available across campuses.Curriculum and Assessment DevelopmentOversee the ongoing creation, vetting, and revision of curriculum resources in collaboration with teachers, consultants, and school leaders.Manage the "bundle drop" process and ensure timely distribution of instructional materials.Lead the development and refinement of the region's assessment strategy, including internal and state-aligned measures.Ensure that all assessments are administered with fidelity and that data is accurately captured and analyzed.Regularly collect and analyze feedback to drive strategic shifts in curriculum and assessment practices.Professional Development and Capacity BuildingDesign and deliver pre-service and in-service PD for school leaders, curriculum managers, instructional coaches, and teachers that aligns with instructional priorities and content-specific needs.Facilitate unit unpacking and collaborative scoring sessions to deepen teacher understanding of curriculum and assessments.Support the development of instructional leaders and teachers to scale high-quality professional learning.Program Management and InnovationProvide oversight and vision for the Residents, Fellows, Intervention, and Virtual Learning Programs, ensuring they are aligned with academic goals.Manage academic technology platforms and support user access, vendor coordination, and staff training.Ensure curriculum and program initiatives are strategically aligned with MOUs, budgets, and operational systems.Data Leadership and AccountabilityBuild systems for academic data collection, analysis, and transparent reporting.Lead communication on progress toward academic goals across schools.Analyze trends and partner with leadership to ensure data-driven instructional shifts.Team Leadership and SupervisionSupervise and support Director of Literacy + Curriculum Managers  across elementary, middle, and high schools.Guide the development, growth, and evaluation of team members.Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture committed to continuous improvement and academic excellence.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field strongly preferred.Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience and 2 years in instructional leadership (ex: instructional coach, principal)Demonstrated success in managing academic programs in urban, high-performing schools.Deep knowledge of curriculum development, assessment design, and adult learning best practices.Technological proficiency with academic platforms (e.g., Illuminate, Clever).Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.A passionate belief in educational equity and the potential of every student.Demonstrated track record of improving student outcomes