Curriculum Leader - K-12 Stem Enrichment

Job Description

Job Title

PositionTitle: Curriculum Leader- K-12 STEM Enrichment 

Location: Office of Curriculum and Instruction

Salary Range: $96,069 - 107,371

Reports to: Senior Director of STEM Enrichment and Computer Science 

Start Date: August 2024 

Bargaining Unit: OSAS

Benefits Eligibility: Yes 

Telcommuting Eligibility: Eligible for telecommuting up to 20% (one day per week)

In accordance with the Agreement between the Organization of School Administrators and supervisors and the Detroit Public School Community District the following vacancy is announced:

Application Requirements: 

• Cover letter that includes: 

• Acknowledgement of and agreement to meet the commitments and conditions for this position 

• A detailed description of how candidate meets each of the mandatory minimum qualifications, abilities, proficiencies, and experiences 

• Resume 

• Uploaded copy of unofficial (or official) transcripts required for position (as applicable) 

Proof of education must be attached to application at time of submission. Applications without requested documents attached will be considered incomplete. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or related experience. 

• Experience with principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development 

• Experience providing curriculum support to teachers in content area 

• Experience developing curriculum and pacing guides in content area 

• Valid teaching certificate or extensive coaching experience in a STEM enrichment program 

• Strong working knowledge of STEM related programs 

• Experience organizing after-school programs like academic games, chess, robotics and or related programs. 

• Experience organizing large scale events for K-12 students 

Core Competencies: 

• Project management experience 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• High level of interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately 

• Ability to work independently 

• Proven organizational skills, high attention to details, and superior time management 

• Fluency with using digital tools including Microsoft Office and SharePoint 

• Ability to work effectively with district and school leaders 

• Ability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure integrity of program and core instructional materials implementation 

• Growth mindset, with commitment to ongoing learning and willingness to be flexible to meet evolving educator needs 

Essential Functions:

• Support the development of district curriculum, guidance documents, and pacing guidelines aligned with state standards and our vision for excellent instruction.  

• Develop memos and draft communication as it pertains to district initiatives and curriculum and instruction projects. 

• Knowledge of requisitions and purchase orders 

• Execute travel documents for enrichment programs for both in-state and out-of-state 

• Execute assigned project plans and events adhering to project plan timeline.  

• Ensure compliance with district policies and protocols as it relates to partnerships, programming, and professional development. 

• Monitor and review existing and potential programs to ensure they are aligned with the district mission and vision. 

• Develop and execute professional development.  

• Support school-based staff with executing the vision for excellent instruction. 

• Experience with handling payroll for staff   

• Maintain thorough records and documentation of work on assigned projects and school support.  

• Communicate with community partners and stakeholders. This includes attending meetings and district and non-district sponsored events which may take place before, during, or after the workday. 

• Fulfill other duties as assigned. 

Security Clearance:

Internal Applicants 

If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.

External Applicants

In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.

Method of Application:

Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.¿¿ 

Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.

Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 873-6897.

DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.