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Step into a dynamic role where you’ll work alongside three visionary Chiefs—each passionately focused on teachers, students, and learning. United by a bold commitment to improving student outcomes, these leaders are driving meaningful change that makes a lasting impact in classrooms, throughout the community, and in the lives of every student we serve. If you’re inspired by purpose-driven work and ready to help shape the future of education, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION
Serves as a strategic instructional leader across a K–12 system, being responsible for 13–15 schools (organized by regional networks). This role is responsible for driving the implementation, alignment, and continuous improvement of high-impact instructional practices, with a strong emphasis on cultivating student agency, engagement, and deeper learning in every classroom.
In addition to school-based instructional leadership, the Director dedicates approximately 40% of their time to advancing districtwide strategic initiatives. These include leading projects aligned to key district priorities such as instructional coaching, peak learning experiences, personalized learning pathways, and the integration of instructional technology to enhance teaching and empower learners.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Champion high-quality, student-centered instruction and curriculum alignment across K–12, ensuring every learner experiences meaningful, relevant, and empowering learning opportunities.
- Align network-wide resources to support instructional practices that foster student agency and ownership of learning.
- Collaborate with area superintendents, principals, instructional coaches, and educators to realize the district’s academic vision
- Provide leadership for high-quality instruction and curriculum alignment K–12.
- Support schools, coaches, and teachers with data-driven instruction and assessment analysis.
- Guide and support school-based professional development planning aligned with district instructional goals.
- Conduct instructional rounds, classroom walkthroughs, and coaching feedback cycles.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment with MTSS, Special Education, CLDE and Gifted Education frameworks.
- Lead strategic district initiatives (40% of role), such as:
- Instructional Coaching
- Academic Master Planning
- MTSS Implementation Across All Schools
- Instructional Technology Integration
- Graduate Profile Implementation
- PEAK experiences
- Innovation
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Deep understanding of K–12 curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation to support student outcomes
- Strategic planning and initiative execution
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across teams and roles
- regular visits to schools and community sites.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory, systems thinking, and change management
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
- Valid administrative license or ability to obtain
- Five (5) years teaching experience
- Three (3) years instructional leadership experience (e.g., principal, coach, curriculum lead)
- Preferred experience managing district-wide instructional initiatives
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Chief of Instruction
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Primarily district office-based; regular travel to school sites
- Requires flexibility, adaptability, and comfort with dynamic priorities
- Full-time position with extended hours as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt (P11)
WORK YEAR
260
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SALARY RANGE |
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From: $102,649 to $122,645/year
260 day/year
1.0 FTE
D11 Salary Grade P11
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Benefit Eligibility |
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This position is eligible for benefits. Benefits include the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, District Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Voluntary Long-term Disability, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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PDF:
Per approval by the Board of Education: All Executive Professional employees shall be allocated $1500 annually towards a Professional Development Fund (PDF). Amount allocated will be prorated based upon date and length of hire. Rules and restrictions of use provided in the Executive Professional Meet and Confer Handbook – ARTICLE 8. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND.
Mileage:
Per annual approval by the Board of Education: Employees shall be reimbursed at the rate established by the Board when a privately owned automobile is required to be used in the performance of official duty. Rules and restrictions of use provided in the Certified Teachers CSEA Master Agreement – Article 10.6 TEACHING CONDITIONS/ASSIGNMENTS and/or the Educational Support Professional Meet and Confer Handbook – 17.4 MILEAGE ALLOWANCE.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY |
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School District 11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to disability, need for special education services (whether actual or perceived), race, creed, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or protected activity in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any harassment/discrimination of students and/or staff, based on the aforementioned protected areas, will not be tolerated and must be brought to the immediate attention of the school principal, D11 administrator/supervisor or D11 nondiscrimination compliance/grievance coordinator.
NONDISCRIMINATION COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR, the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs and Ombudservices, has been designated to coordinate compliance with: Equal Pay Act of 1963, Civil Rights Act of 1964, as Amended, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Title IX – Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For additional information, please contact the District 11 Office of Equal Opportunity Programs & Ombudservices at 1115 North El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2599, Phone: 719-520-2288, FAX: 719-520-2442
The following Board policies address nondiscrimination in District 11: AC, AC-R, GBA, GBAA, JBB, JBB-R |
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