Director – Development

Director – Staff Development

Position Type: Instructional
-Admin - Central Office/ Director Staff Development

Date Posted: 12/10/2025

Location: Instructional Staff Development - 430

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey School Administrator Certificate (preferred).
• New Jersey Teaching Certificate.
• Three to five (3-5) years of supervisory experience, three of which were with proven success in professional development experience.
• Ability to create a District-level professional development plan and program.
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• 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

• Support the Superintendent's development of District leaders through monthly conferences and annual Executive Staff retreat.
• Support the Deputy Superintendent's instructional initiatives, particularly the development of a monthly calendar of district professional development events.
• Collaborate with Executive Leadership, Directors, and Supervisors to ensure that staff development initiatives are based on student achievement data.
• Ensure the compliance of NPS school leaders and teachers with professional development requirements set forth by the State of New Jersey.
• Provide orientation and ongoing support for novice teachers through the State's required Mentor program.
• Facilitate the continual learning of school leaders and teachers through tuition reimbursement programs, summer study opportunities, workshops, National Teaching Standards Board Certification, and collaborative enterprises with area colleges and universities.
• Review and approve tuition reimbursement applications and ensure compliance with eligibility criteria.
• Facilitate the work of District committees involved in professional development activities.
• Help design and participate in District-wide professional development activities to improve Staff Development learning.
• Collaborate with the Office of Grants Development to develop proposals and monitor grant implementation.
• Oversee the implementation of a support program for veteran teachers.
• Support outside consultants contracted to provide professional development services to the District.
• Engage collaboratively in school-wide and District-wide Staff Professional Development and/or Strategic Plan in an effort to build a shared vision and supportive culture, identify common goals, and monitor and evaluate progress towards those goals.
• Respond to requests from principals and department heads for the creation of customized professional development and facilitation services.
• Prepare and monitor annual office budget.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to motivate and direct other staff members.
• Ability to function as a team player in a variety of district collaborative teams.
• Ability to facilitate the learning of district teachers and school leaders in a variety of venues.
• Thorough knowledge of best practices in professional development.
• Effective writing and speaking skills.
• Knowledge of New Jersey requirements for continuing professional development for teachers and school leaders.
• Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards
• Knowledge of Professional standards for educational Leaders

Deputy Superintendent

Salary: $156,000-$184,053

Employment period: 12 Month Calendar.

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

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details, please go to

Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

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