General Studies Director
Job Description
Job Description
The General Studies Director is a senior academic leader responsible for the quality and
execution of the General Studies program across grades 1–8. This role provides strong
leadership in curriculum development, academic programming, assessment, and teacher
growth. The General Studies Director works closely with school leadership to strengthen
academic outcomes and foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
1. Curriculum Leadership
Develop, maintain, and oversee a cohesive General Studies curriculum for each grade level,
aligned with state standards and school directives. Ensure curriculum maps clearly outline
skills and standards, texts and books by grade level, and all instructional materials and
resources used. Regularly review and refine curriculum to ensure vertical alignment and
age-appropriate rigor.
● Plan and oversee academic enrichment initiatives and extracurricular programming
that extend learning beyond the classroom, including Reading Challenge, Spelling
Bee, STEM Fair / Inquiry Expo, History & Geography Fair, and math competitions
● Design and lead a school-wide Electives Hour in which all students participate in
structured specials and enrichment programming. Oversee planning, logistics,
staffing, and implementation to ensure a meaningful and well-run experience.
Examples of enrichment offerings may include Art, Drama, Chess, Digital Design,
Coding/Robotics, Journalism (School Newspaper/Podcast), Entrepreneurship, Yoga,
and Martial Arts.
● Oversee the effective and responsible use of educational technology across
classrooms, including Smartboards, Chromebooks, GoGuardian, and other
instructional or monitoring tools. Support teachers in integrating technology in ways
that meaningfully enhance student learning.
2. Student Progress, Assessment & Academic Support
● Implement school-wide academic assessments two to three times per year.
● Analyze assessment data to guide instructional improvements, identify trends, and
strengthen teacher support. Ensure clear and accurate academic reporting to
families.
● Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to develop and implement
academic or behavioral support plans for students requiring additional intervention.
Monitor progress and ensure appropriate follow-through to promote student growth
and success.
3. Instructional Oversight, Teacher Support & Mentorship
● Provide consistent instructional oversight to ensure curriculum pacing aligns with
academic goals and that all planned material is implemented effectively and
consistently across classrooms.
● Meet regularly with teachers to monitor curriculum coverage and instructional
quality. Support teachers in translating curriculum into strong daily lesson planning
and high-quality instruction.
● Mentor and coach teachers through regular check-ins, classroom observations, and
constructive feedback. Provide guidance on classroom management strategies and
student behavior challenges.
● Facilitate meaningful professional development opportunities and cultivate a
supportive, growth-oriented teaching culture that promotes continuous improvement
and instructional excellence.
Leadership & Communication
● Serve as a visible, strong instructional leader within the school.
● Communicate clearly and effectively with teachers, administrators, and families when
appropriate.
● Collaborate closely with the school’s leadership team to advance academic goals.
● Demonstrate strong organizational skills, follow-through, and professional judgment.
● Excellent communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
Company DescriptionWe believe that each child is a unique blessing to our community and essential to our world. Our educators work as a team to assist each child in becoming an independent learner and discovering their true potential.
Company Description
We believe that each child is a unique blessing to our community and essential to our world. Our educators work as a team to assist each child in becoming an independent learner and discovering their true potential.