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Sheldon ISD

Dean of Instruction

Houston, TX · On-site

Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Curriculum & Instruction * Valid Texas Teaching Certification * Texas Principal Certification Experience: * Minimum 3 years of successful classroom ...

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.

$60 - $80/hr

The Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, Grades 3-5 will be a leader in content development, professional learning, and instructional support. This position will support educators across all states ...

Mayvin, Inc

Curriculum Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Bachelor's degree in education, curriculum & instruction, or related field (experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree) * Minimum of 3 years of curriculum development experience, including ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for phd in curriculum instruction in the United States is $85,964.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Phd In Curriculum Instruction vs Curriculum Developer?

AspectPhd In Curriculum InstructionCurriculum Developer
Required CredentialsDoctorate degree, research experienceBachelor's or Master's, specialized training
Work EnvironmentAcademic, research, higher educationEducational publishing, school districts, edtech companies
Industry UsageHigher education, research institutionsEducational organizations, curriculum design firms

While both roles focus on education and curriculum, a Phd In Curriculum Instruction typically involves research, academic teaching, and higher education leadership. In contrast, a Curriculum Developer applies practical skills to design and implement curricula in various educational settings. The choice depends on whether you prefer academic research or practical curriculum creation.

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Senior Director, Curriculum & Instruction

Greater Austin YMCA

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development, instructional quality, social-emotional learning, enrichment programming, and staff development across all Out-of-School Time programs.

  • Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of curriculum frameworks and quality assurance systems to support program effectiveness and youth development outcomes.

  • Supervise the Curriculum Manager and instructional staff, establish performance goals, and develop department-wide professional development plans.

Job description

Why Your Role Matters
The Senior Director of Curriculum & Instruction provides strategic leadership for curriculum development, instructional quality, social-emotional learning, enrichment programming, and staff development across all Out-of-School Time programs. This position ensures the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality afterschool, summer camp, and grant-funded programming that aligns with YMCA standards, school district partnerships, licensing requirements, and evidence-based youth development practices.
The Senior Director leads the department's curriculum strategy, quality improvement systems, instructional coaching framework, and professional learning initiatives while supervising the Curriculum Manager and supporting program quality across multiple regions.
How You Will Make an Impact
  • Provide strategic leadership for curriculum and instructional practices across all OST programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, licensing requirements, grant deliverables, and youth development outcomes.
  • Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of curriculum frameworks that support academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, youth leadership, family engagement, and program quality across all program areas.
  • Establish and monitor quality assurance systems, including YPQA, Summer Learning PQA, program observations, and outcome measurement tools, using data to drive decision-making and improve participant experiences and program effectiveness.
  • Develop and lead high-performing instructional teams through effective supervision, coaching, professional development, resource management, and cross-functional partnerships that strengthen program quality, staff performance, and organizational impact.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum and instructional vision for OST programs.
  • Lead continuous quality improvement efforts aligned with YMCA standards and organizational goals.
  • Ensure curriculum supports academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, youth voice, leadership development, and family engagement.
  • Partner with senior leadership to establish annual program quality goals and metrics.
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum for:
  • Afterschool Programs
  • Summer Camps
  • Early Learning Programs
  • Grant-Funded Programs
  • Specialty Enrichment Programs
  • Ensure curriculum alignment with:
  • TEKS Standards
  • SEL Frameworks
  • YPQA Best Practices
  • Grant Deliverables
  • Licensing Standards
  • Evaluate program effectiveness using data and stakeholder feedback.
  • Directly supervise the Curriculum Manager and assigned instructional staff.
  • Establish performance goals and accountability systems.
  • Develop and implement department-wide professional development plans.
  • Lead instructional coaching systems that support Regional Directors, Program Leads, and Site Leads.
  • Lead implementation of:
  • YPQA
  • Summer Learning PQA
  • Program Observation Systems
  • Continuous Quality Improvement Plans
  • Analyze quality assessment data and develop improvement strategies.
  • Monitor fidelity of curriculum implementation across all program locations.
  • Support curriculum and instructional components of grant-funded programs.
  • Collaborate with school districts and community partners.
  • Ensure instructional deliverables and outcome measures are achieved.
  • Assist with grant writing, reporting, and evaluation efforts.
  • Establish systems for measuring program quality and youth outcomes.
  • Utilize enrollment, attendance, assessment, survey, and quality data to inform decisions.
  • Present quality and instructional performance data to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Develop and manage curriculum and training budgets.
  • Oversee curriculum materials, instructional resources, and technology investments.
  • Ensure efficient allocation of instructional resources across program sites.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y
  • Bachelor's Degree required/Master's Degree preferred in:
  • Education
  • Curriculum & Instruction
  • Educational Leadership
  • Child Development
  • Youth Development
  • Related Field
  • Minimum 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in education, afterschool, youth development, or curriculum leadership.
  • Experience supervising managers and instructional staff.
  • Experience designing curriculum and leading quality improvement systems.
  • Ensure Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Collaborate: Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Communicate Effectively: Clearly convey ideas, instructions, and information in both verbal and written forms, adjusting messaging to suit different audiences and ensuring understanding.
  • Foster Belonging: Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  • Problem Solving: Assess situations, solve problems, and take action.
  • Build Effective & Inclusive Teams: Build strong identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
  • Plan & Align: Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with YPQA and Summer Learning Program Quality Assessment.
  • Experience managing grant-funded educational programs.
  • Experience leading multi-site educational or youth development programs.
  • Knowledge of TEKS, SEL frameworks, and youth development best practices.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk and occasionally lift and/or move items including equipment, furniture and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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