NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

Announcement of Vacancy

Director - Adult Education

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Director- Adult Education, SY2021- 2022.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

1. Master's degree required in Adult Education or educational administration/leadership.

2. New Jersey School Administrator Certificate (preferred).

3. New Jersey Principal Certificate.

4 .Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in school or District-level administration as

Principal.

5. Minimum of four (4) years successful experience in teaching Adult Education.

6. Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for curriculum, assessment and instruction.

7. Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods.

8. Ability to create a District-level professional development program.

9. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.

10.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

11.Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien

status *As defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:9-9 Instructional certificates.

Responsibilities

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Management and Coaching of Instructional Staff

1.Observes, coaches, and evaluates Teachers, Department Chairs, and District Supervisors, as well

as provides ongoing professional development for targeted improvement in identified growth

areas.

2.Provides constructive feedback to Principals, Vice Principals, District Supervisors, and

Department Chairs on the improvement of student achievement and effective implementation of

the Adult Education curricular programs.

3.Monitors all Teach NJ Educator Effectiveness activities (IPDP/CAP), observations, and

evaluations) of District Level Supervisors, and Teachers of Adult Education.

4.Validates evaluation ratings of District Level Supervisors, and Teachers of Adult Education.

5.Assumes the orientation and mentor responsibilities of all novice and District-level Supervisors, as

well as monitors the orientation and mentorship of Teachers and Teacher Coaches.

6.Leverages Teacher Coaches, and Academic Interventionists to reach maximum implementation of

District approved curricular guides and intervention strategies by providing monthly and quarterly

ongoing professional development opportunities.

7.Synthesizes all Adult Education achievement quarterly reports and provide a comprehensive

review and presentation at various forums throughout the school year.

II. Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

1.Serves as the District's leader and expert in the area of Adult Education.

2.Authors, updates, and furnishes rigorous K-12 Adult Education curriculum guides, bridge manuals

if applicable, and technological resources to the District.

3.Leads the District's textbook adoption committee and process ensuring all curricular resources and

supplements are fully vetted; meeting State standards (NJSLS) and the diverse needs of all

students. ¶

4.Develops a comprehensive strategy to guarantee an accurate inventory and timely distribution of

all curricular resources.

5.Develops all K-12 Adult Education diagnostics, interim assessments, District assessments,

mid-term and final exams.

6.Collaborates with the Director of Bilingual and ESL services, and the Executive Director of

Special Education to ensure curriculum guides, units of student, resources, and assessments are

tailored for all learners.

7.Collaborates with all District Directors to ensure curriculum guides, units of study, resources, and

assessments are aligned to State standards and result in interdisciplinary opportunities.

III. Organizational Leadership

1.Establishes and executes organizational systems and strategies to monitor District Supervisors,

Department Chairs, Teacher Coaches, and District goals.

2.Develops and monitors strategies for high-level collaboration among faculty and staff.

3.Communicates effectively and maintains a positive disposition in all circumstances to ensure an

outcome that promotes student academic achievement, staff professional development, and

District-wide success.

4.Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

IV. Adult Education Improvement Plan

1.Engages collaboratively in the school-wide and District-wide Adult Education effort to build a shared

vision and supportive culture, identify common goals, and monitor and evaluate progress toward

those goals.

2.Participates actively as a Adult Education team member to improve teaching and learning in the

school and District.

3.Participates actively as part of school team, giving feedback on Adult Education practice, examining

student work, analyzing data from multiple sources, making decisions to improve student learning,

and being accountable for each students learning in the area of Adult Education.

4.Reports results of improvement plan effectiveness to school Principals as well as the Assistant

Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and Deputy Superintendent on a regular basis.

5.Helps design and participates in school and/or District professional development activities to improve

Adult Education teachings and learning.

6.Helps design and participates in parent and family workshops to enhance Adult Education learning at

home and school.

7.Engages in professional learning to enhance his/her knowledge and skill in Adult Education,

contributes to the knowledge and skills of Supervisors, Department Chairpersons, Teacher Coaches,

as well as Teachers, and work collaboratively to advance professional practice in Adult Education.

Reports To

Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

Salary, Terms & Affiliation

Salary: Compensation is competitive and based on experience. The salary range for this position is

$125,000-$143,000.

2.Employment period: 12 Month Calendar.

3.Union affiliation: City Association of Supervisors and Administrators (C.A.S.A.).

How To Apply

Newark Board of Education is only accepting electronic applications.

If you are a current Newark Board of Education employee, apply via the Employee Self Service online process.

While logged into Employee Self Service, please make sure all of your contact information and credentials are

current in the system. Use:

http://npsbusinessportal.nps.k12.nj.us:7000/psp/PPRD/EMPLOYEE/EMPL/h/?tab=PAPP_GUEST.

If you are not currently employed by the Newark Board of Education, please apply online at www.nps.k12.nj.us

Open and Close Dates

OPENING DATE: April 21, 2021

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

JOB OPENING ID: 25025

Equal Employment Opportunity

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER