Job Details
| Region: | 14 |
| School District/Employer: | Abilene ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | Executive Director, |
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| Job Title: | Executive Director – Elementary Education |
| School: | Central Office |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 3/3/2026 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Direct and support the district’s Elementary Education programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instruction is effective and efficient, aligns with district goals, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), and early college and career readiness foundations, and supports student achievement. The work encompasses Pre-K through grade 5 instructional programs with an emphasis on foundational literacy, numeracy, student engagement, and early intervention. The role collaborates regularly with elementary principals and instructional staff, families, and community partners to ensure all students develop the academic and social foundations necessary for long-term success |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration Performance Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional and Program Management Oversee the development and delivery of elementary instructional programs aligned with district goals and TEKS Participate in district-level decision-making to establish and review goals using collaborative, data-driven processes Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs using teacher/principal input, research-based practices, and student data. Recommend and implement changes and adjustments where appropriate Ensure time, resources, materials, and technology support effective teaching and learning Collaborate with specialists, principals, and teachers to develop and revise curriculum documents Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials and tools Support early literacy and numeracy initiatives and intervention systems to address learning gaps Support district goals and campus performance objectives Oversee professional learning aligned to effective elementary instructional practices Participate in the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system. Serve as second appraiser when needed Policy, Reports, and Law Implement policies and procedures established by federal/state law and local board policy Compile, maintain, and file reports and records as required Budget Develop, administer, and evaluate budgets based on documented program needs Communication Maintain open communication with leadership, principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members Community Relations Articulate the district’s instructional philosophy to the community Promote family engagement and community involvement Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction and best practices Knowledge of foundational literacy and numeracy development Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and intervention practices Knowledge of state assessments and early academic progress measures Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness Ability to determine effectiveness of programs Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to problem-solve, resolve conflict, and address needs Ability to read, understand, and implement policy and procedures Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: Three years experience as a classroom teacher Three years experience in instructional leadership roles—preferably at the elementary level Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate instructional and support staff Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions Evaluate employee performance Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff Mental Demands/Physical Demands: • Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment • Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping • Motion: Moderate walking • Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) • Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise |
| Salary Range: | Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Administrative Professional - 8 |
| Benefits: | Benefits are offered and the district pays $410.00 towards medical premium a month. |
| How To Apply: | https://www.applitrack.com/abileneisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration&subcategory=Director |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Charlene Ganske |
| Email: | charlene.ganske@abileneisd.org |
| Address: | P.O. Box 981 |
| City: | Abilene |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 79604 |
| Phone: | (325) 677-1444 |
| Fax: | (325) 794-1498 |