A Curriculum Specialist works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum. Works with teachers to develop curriculum that helps students learn effectively and meets state educational standards. Analyzes student assessment data, and chooses textbooks, educational materials, and new technologies to support teaching. May specialize in particular grade levels or subject areas, or education for specific groups of students such as English Language Learners.
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All positions at the NM Public Education Department are based in Santa Fe.
MISSION:
EQUITY, EXCELLENCE AND RELEVANCE
- The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.
VISION:
ROOTED IN OUR STRENGTHS
- Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students. The NMPED Hispanic Education Bureau The Hispanic Education Bureau (HEB), established in 2022 within the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED), is tasked with supporting schools to meet the requirements of the HEA and addressing systemic challenges to improve outcomes for Hispanic students in New Mexico. Why does the job exist? To provide specialized coordination support to the Hispanic Education Liaison, provide program management and fiscal oversight of the Hispanic Education Act districts and charter schools, and provide accountability with support to districts and charter schools funded through the Hispanic Education Act. How does it get done? Directs a specialized statewide state-funded program. Administers complex programs or projects of extensive scope, involving one or more funding sources. Prepares and monitors educational contracts and grants. Directs and/or monitors one or more budgets. Reviews and approves/disapproves applications for programs and/or projects. Provides leadership, professional development technical consultation, training, and direction to school districts, community-based organizations, and educational entities. Supports the department in monitoring Hispanic Education Act funded school districts to determine accreditation status. Develops evaluation instrument(s) in partnership with statisticians and data analysts for monitoring educational programs. Develops policies, applications, request for proposal/application, technical assistance manuals, and related publications. Evaluates programs and/or projects in progress and recommend continuation, modification, or termination. Plans, develops, evaluates, and reviews educational standards. Plans, develops, and delivers professional development activities covering a broad range of educational content. Provides information and staff development in the accreditation process and provides technical consultation for continuous improvements. Interprets federal, state, and local statutes and regulations to ensure compliance. Conducts program and budget reviews. Provides technical expertise to educational entities and legislative bodies in the development of statutes and regulations. Conducts process evaluations to ensure products and services are optimized. Ensures accreditation process is completed in a timely manner. Conducts, collaborates, and communicates long range planning strategies with other units, state agencies, and external customers. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. Who are the customers? Secretary of Education, Deputy Cabinet Secretaries, Hispanic Education Liaison, Legislators, the Hispanic Education Advisory Council, Business Leaders, Hispanic Heritage language and culture focused organizations, Superintendents, District and School Administrators, Teachers, and Students and their Families. Ideal Candidate Secretary of Education, Deputy Cabinet Secretaries, Hispanic Education Liaison, Legislators, the Hispanic Education Advisory Council, Business Leaders, Hispanic Heritage language and culture focused organizations, Superintendents, District and School Administrators, Teachers, and Students and their Families. Minimum Qualification Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Administration, or Business Administration and four (4) years of experience as a teacher and/or program administrator. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Working Conditions Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Julia Rosa Emslie 505/487-3489 or Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
