Curriculum Specialist

Emirates National School (ENS)

Key Responsibilities:

The Curriculum Specialist will be involved in the following essential functions to support the development and enhancement of the American Curriculum at the school:

• Collaborate with instructional staff to develop, implement, and assess curriculum documents, course content, and instructional resources that reflect high standards and align with school goals.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the curriculum and instructional practices through the analysis of student performance data, providing recommendations for improvements as needed.
• Support professional development initiatives for faculty, focusing on curriculum implementation and innovative instructional strategies tailored to enhance student learning.
• Maintain an awareness of graduation requirements and internal policies regarding course offerings, ensuring that all curricular decisions align with these standards.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of instructional materials to ensure they meet the needs of the curriculum and support student success.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among staff, school administration, the Arabic Language Lead and the Islamic Education Lead to support a cohesive approach to curriculum design and implementation.
• Participate in regular reviews of curricular and instructional practices, ensuring alignment with KHDA as well as national educational standards.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a documentation process that captures the alignment of instructional practices with curriculum goals and standards.
• Participate in the development of strategies to enhance student engagement and achievement through the effective alignment of instructional practices with curricular standards.
• Collaborate with school leadership and relevant teams to identify and address strategic issues that may impact program effectiveness.
• Prepare regular reports on curriculum implementation progress, student performance, and recommendations for continual improvement, in line with school goals and objectives.
• Engage with external curriculum-related agencies and educational organizations to stay informed on best practices and emerging trends in curriculum development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Campus Principal, or designee, in support of the educational mission and goals of the school.