Director of Teaching and Learning
$95,000–$135,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
Lead curriculum alignment and implementation across departments to increase first-time Regents pass rates and overall proficiency levels. Coach teachers through structured observation and feedback systems while designing professional development aligned to state standards. Analyze key data points to identify gaps, develop targeted action plans, and support the school in meeting SUNY Accountability Plan goals. Ensure consistent instructional expectations across classrooms by working closely with Special Education and ELL staff to ensure appropriate accommodations and rigor. Contribute to instructional calendar planning and academic reporting within a dedicated team focused on systems that are coherent, urgent, and measurable.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3+ years of teaching experience
- At least 2 years experience in instructional leadership in a secondary education setting
- Demonstrated success improving academic outcomes in a public school setting
- Deep understanding of Regents pathways, credit accumulation models, and NYSED graduation requirements
- Experience working with students with complex learning needs
- Proven ability to use data to drive instruction, set goals, and monitor progress
- Demonstrated capacity to build, coach, and hold adults accountable
- Expertise and experience in either Humanities or STEM content areas
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive leadership practices
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
- New York State School Building Leader (SBL) certification
- Prior experience leading in a public charter school environment
- Experience in school turnaround settings and/or experience in school start-up
- Valid teacher certification
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