K-8 Mathematics Curriculum Manager

Company Description KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open‑enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission and vision. Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and boasts hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of three elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school. What makes KIPP St. Louis unique? We believe that our educators are proving what’s possible in urban education each day by inspiring students and helping them discover the joy of learning. KIPP schools support our educators to help students achieve academic excellence, building the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Together, we are raising the bar for every student, every day. Position Overview The Curriculum Manager provides instructional leadership in curriculum, assessment, professional learning, and instructional systems across KIPP St. Louis schools. Reporting to the Vice President of Academics & Instruction, this role is responsible for ensuring high‑quality implementation of curriculum and instructional priorities across campuses through strong systems, aligned professional learning, and coaching support for school leaders and teachers. The Curriculum Manager serves as the content and instructional lead for the assigned grade band and content area and plays a critical role in building coherent systems that improve teacher practice and student outcomes. This includes developing curriculum access systems, aligned assessments, pacing guidance, assessment blueprints, data‑driven instruction cycles, calibration systems, and progress monitoring structures aligned to the region’s instructional framework and academic priorities. The Curriculum Manager partners closely with School Leaders, Assistant School Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and teachers to strengthen lesson internalization, instructional rigor, data analysis, and responsive teaching practices. Through walkthroughs, professional development, coaching, and assessment analysis, this leader ensures students consistently experience grade‑level rigorous instruction aligned to KIPP St. Louis instructional expectations. The Curriculum Manager also plays a critical role in helping the region continuously improve its instructional systems by analyzing student achievement data, leader and teacher feedback, walkthrough trends, and assessment outcomes to recommend and implement strategic shifts across schools. Key Collaborators School Leaders Assistant School Leaders Instructional Coaches Teacher Leaders Director of Professional Learning Director of Special Populations Data Team Operations Team Autonomy & Decision Making Leads instructional decision‑making within assigned content area and grade span Develops regional guidance for curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and instructional priorities Recommends shifts to curriculum, assessment, intervention, and instructional systems based on data and walkthrough trends Determines content‑specific professional learning priorities and implementation supports Collaborates with school leadership teams to ensure aligned execution across campuses Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Curriculum Strategy, Alignment, & Implementation Develop and maintain curriculum access systems including unit resources, lesson materials, and intellectual prep supports Create and revise pacing guidance aligned to standards, instructional priorities, and assessment timelines Support schools in executing curriculum with fidelity while maintaining rigor and grade‑level alignment Develop and maintain schedules of assessed standards aligned to regional assessment blueprints Ensure vertical alignment of standards, instructional practices, and assessment expectations across grade levels Support leaders and teachers with lesson internalization, unit unpacking, and student work analysis protocols Assessment & Data‑Driven Instruction Systems Interim assessments Curriculum‑embedded assessments Progress monitoring systems Assessment blueprints Design and support network‑wide Data Driven Instruction (DDI) cycles aligned to student outcomes and priority standards Facilitate collaborative scoring and calibration processes to ensure consistent understanding of rigor and proficiency Analyze student performance trends and support schools in identifying high‑leverage instructional responses Ensure assessment systems are implemented with fidelity and aligned to regional timelines and expectations Partner with leaders to ensure assessment data translates into actionable instructional planning and intervention Professional Development & Leader Capacity Design and facilitate professional learning aligned to regional instructional priorities and content‑specific best practices Train School Leaders, Assistant School Leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers on curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and instructional strategies Support leaders in conducting effective walkthroughs, coaching conversations, and observation feedback cycles Build leader and teacher capacity around: Lesson internalization Data analysis Academic discourse Student engagement Grade‑level rigor and access Support the development of school‑based systems that reinforce instructional consistency and strong Tier I instruction Walkthroughs, Coaching, & Continuous Improvement Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs to monitor instructional implementation and identify trends across schools Provide actionable feedback to school leadership teams tied to our regional core elements for Tier I instruction Support schools in developing targeted action plans in response to walkthrough and student data trends Analyze implementation gaps and recommend strategic adjustments to curriculum, PD, intervention, and coaching systems Collect and synthesize feedback from leaders and teachers to improve curriculum resources, assessment systems, and instructional supports Evaluation Criteria Curriculum & Instructional Coherence Schools consistently implement curriculum and instructional priorities with fidelity across classrooms and grade levels Teachers demonstrate strong lesson internalization and alignment to standards, pacing, and instructional expectations Students consistently engage in grade‑level rigorous work aligned to the instructional framework Assessment & Data Systems Assessment systems are aligned, predictable, and effectively used across campuses Leaders and teachers execute strong DDI cycles resulting in targeted instructional adjustments Progress monitoring systems lead to timely intervention and measurable student growth Leader & Teacher Capacity School Leaders and instructional coaches effectively lead coaching cycles, walkthroughs, and instructional PD Teachers demonstrate improved instructional practice aligned to the core elements for Tier I instruction Cross‑campus calibration and instructional consistency improve over time Student Outcomes—Increased proficiency and growth on MAP/EOC State assessments iReady Interim assessments Course‑aligned performance tasks Qualifications Skills and Experience Mathematical reasoning, conceptual understanding, and procedural fluency Problem‑solving instruction and mathematical discourse Math intervention systems and progress monitoring Eureka Math Squared or similar mathematics curricula Standards progression and vertical coherence in mathematics Strong project management and organizational skills Ability to coach and develop leaders and teachers Strong facilitation and professional development skills Knowledge Areas Standards for Mathematical Practices and Aspects of Rigor Standards‑aligned curriculum and instruction Assessment design and progress monitoring systems Data‑Driven Instruction cycles and instructional response planning Adult learning and instructional coaching practices High‑quality Tier I instruction and rigorous classroom practices Lesson internalization and student work analysis protocols Indicators of Excellence (IOE) Planning: Progress Monitoring Planning: Questioning for Cognitive Lift Execution: Diagnosis Execution: Response Required Qualifications 5+ years of successful classroom teaching experience with strong student outcomes Experience leading curriculum implementation or instructional improvement initiatives Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating professional learning for adults Experience using student achievement data to drive instructional decisions Strong understanding of instructional coaching and leader development Ability to manage cross‑functional projects and systems Bachelor’s degree required Valid teaching certification Preferred Qualifications Experience as an instructional coach, assistant principal, or academic dean Experience in high‑performing schools or networks Advanced degree in education, curriculum, leadership, or related field Experience leading work across multiple schools or grade bands Benefits $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental Employer‑Paid Short Term Disability $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee Retirement plan through PSSRSSL with an employer match up to 14% and optional 403b supplement Employee Recognition—annual gala award ceremony, holiday party, and more Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer Ongoing professional development Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military‑related leave Paid parental leave for new families Paid holidays, one week Thanksgiving break, two‑week winter break, one‑week spring break Wellness days provided throughout the year EEO Statement KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr KIPP St. Louis