DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION / PRESCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Position: Director of Curriculum & Instruction/Preschool Principal
Location: Palmyra School District, Palmyra, NJ
Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position
About the District:
Palmyra School District is a close-knit and diverse educational community dedicated to academic excellence, equity, and student success. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and Preschool Principal. This dual-role position is responsible for driving instructional excellence across the district while providing strong leadership for our preschool program.
Position Overview:
The Director of Curriculum & Instruction/Preschool Principal is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing curriculum development, instructional strategies, professional development, and assessment practices district-wide. This role also includes serving as the Preschool Principal, ensuring a high-quality early childhood education experience aligned with state standards and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum & Instruction Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of district-wide curriculum and instructional programs aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS).
- Analyze student performance data to drive instructional improvements and equitable academic outcomes.
- Develop and oversee professional development programs for faculty and staff.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal education requirements, including NJDOE mandates and grant funding guidelines.
- Collaborate with school leaders to enhance instructional practices and expand academic offerings.
- Oversee the selection and implementation of instructional resources, including textbooks and digital learning tools.
- Monitor and support teacher effectiveness through observations, coaching, and data-driven strategies.
Preschool Principal Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and oversight for the district’s preschool program, ensuring alignment with the NJ Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards.
- Supervise preschool staff, ensuring high-quality instruction and a nurturing learning environment.
- Engage families and community stakeholders in early childhood education initiatives.
- Oversee preschool enrollment, budgeting, compliance with NJDOE Preschool Expansion Aid (PEA), and other funding requirements.
- Ensure preschool students have a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
- Implement and monitor special education and intervention services in early childhood education.
Qualifications:
Required Certifications:
- A New Jersey School Administrator Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility and/or
- New Jersey Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility.
Required Experience: - Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in education, with at least three (3) years in an administrative/supervisory role.
- Proven track record of leading curriculum development and instructional improvement initiatives.
- Experience in early childhood education leadership, including knowledge of NJDOE preschool standards.
- Strong understanding of data analysis, assessment tools, and student performance metrics.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with grant writing and managing state/federal education funding.
- Background in implementing social-emotional learning (SEL) programs and interventions.
Join us in making a lasting impact on students and educators in the Palmyra School District! We look forward to welcoming a passionate and dedicated leader to our team.