Assistant Superintendent Curriculum and Instruction

Position: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Superintendent

Date Posted:
5/14/2026

Location:
District Wide

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
Until filled
BERLIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Our Mission:
We create learning experiences that promote a sense of purpose, ignite passion, and foster a sense of pride.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction serves as a key member of the Superintendent's Cabinet, providing visionary leadership in translating the district's educational philosophy, Board of Education goals, and CSDE priorities into a coherent, high-quality K-12 instructional program. This role is responsible for the strategic oversight of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning, ensuring all students have equitable access to rigorous learning opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification:
  Valid Connecticut Intermediate Administrator/Supervisor Certificate (092) required; 093 (Superintendent) preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of five (5) years of successful building-level administrative experience (Principalship preferred). Demonstrated success in leading district-wide curriculum initiatives and professional development. Proven track record in data-driven decision-making and narrowing achievement gaps.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Instructional Leadership

• Assists in establishing annual district instructional goals aligned with Board of Education priorities.
• Leads initiatives ensuring all instructional materials and practices are culturally responsive and provide equitable outcomes for all student populations with a goal of providing equity and access for all students.
• Leads curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation in conjunction with the Curriculum Directors while responding to student achievement, teacher feedback, and state mandates.
• Educational Technology:
  Oversees the integration of instructional technology and digital literacy, ensuring AI policy and 1:1 device programs enhance pedagogical goals.
• Collaborates with Curriculum Directors and building principals to support site-based instructional goal setting and continuous improvement.
• Chairs the Curriculum Council and manages communication, documentation, and follow-through of Council initiatives.
• Directs K-12 textbook and instructional resource review and adoption processes.
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Pupil Personnel to monitor the district's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) frameworks.

Assessment, Accountability, and Data

• Oversees, in conjunction with the Curriculum Directors, all district-wide student assessment systems (SBA, NGSS, SAT, and local benchmarks) to ensure compliance with CSDE requirements.
• Data Systems:
  Supervises the District Data Specialist and leads the District Data Team in establishing systems for the effective use of data at the district, school, and classroom levels.
• Presents high-level reports to the Board of Education and the public regarding student growth and achievement trends.
• Coordinates the collection, validation, and reporting of data for CSDE accountability systems and performance dashboards.

Professional Learning and Personnel

• Professional Growth:
  Oversees the Professional Growth and Evaluation Committee (PDEC) to plan and implement job-embedded professional development.
• Educator Induction:
  Oversees the TEAM program and new teacher orientation to ensure retention of high-quality certified staff.
• Supervision:
  Supervises and evaluates Directors of Curriculum and district instructional leaders.
• Assists in the recruitment, selection, and retention of certified personnel, serving on administrative search committees as needed.

Operations and General Administration

• Registration, Residency & Transportation:
  Provides administrative oversight for district registration, residency verification, and transportation services to ensure equitable access to services. Acts as the district's Homeless Liaison.
• Grants Management:
  Authors, administers and directs others with State and Federal Grants.
• Policy Development:
  Assists the Superintendent in developing Board policies and administrative regulations.
• Budget:
  Manages budgets for curriculum, instruction, and professional learning; assists in the annual district budget development and presentation..
• Acting Superintendent:
  Serves in the capacity of the Superintendent, as assigned, during the Superintendent's absence.
• Supervises Directors of Curriculum and assists in supervising building principals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Communication:
  Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to present complex data to diverse stakeholders.
• Change Management:
  Ability to lead large-scale organizational change and build consensus among staff.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of Connecticut State Statutes, CSDE frameworks, and federal mandates (ESSA).
• Technological Fluency:
  Proficiency with Student Information Systems (SIS), Data Warehousing, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

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