Director of NJ Academic Programming (STEM)

Requirements

• Demonstrate a consistent focus on achieving student learning outcomes through strategic planning and effective implementation.
• Have a deep belief in the Mastery Schools mission and values.
• Proven ability to design and promote interdisciplinary learning between mathematics and science.
• Experienced in coaching teachers and school leaders, including assistant principals, through professional development and instructional coaching.
• Possesses strong state assessment literacy in science and communicates the links between curricula, state assessments, and NJSLS standards.
• Familiar with the NJSLS and possesses exceptional content knowledge in science and mathematics.
• Capable of collaborating effectively across academic teams to ensure alignment among curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning.
• Committed to providing culturally and linguistically responsive instruction.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high accountability environment.
• Strong analytical writing skills.
• Have a demonstrated record of measurable success working in historically under-resourced or equity-focused school communities.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and maintaining focus in a dynamic, goal-oriented environment.

Additional Information

Position Summary: The Director of NJ Academic Programming- STEM plays a vital role in enhancing high-quality instruction throughout the network. In this position, the Director will support rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, informed by the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS). The Director will also work to create meaningful interdisciplinary connections, with a primary focus on science, supporting teachers and Assistant Principals in designing learning experiences that deepen conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and real-world applications. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Academic Officer of NJ Programming, the Director plays a critical role in translating network academic priorities into clear instructional guidance and scalable systems within Camden that support teachers and school in delivering strong Tier 1 instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners. This includes leading data analysis sessions, coaching school leaders to navigate the instructional demands assessed on the NJSLA-A, and coaching teachers to see and reinforce meaningful interdisciplinary connections between Math and Science. Additionally, the Director position requires strong influence and partnership across academic teams and the ability to collaborate closely with school leaders, teachers, and cross‑functional teams to provide targeted professional learning, coaching, and implementation support that accelerates student mastery in science, particularly for students in historically under‑resourced communities and multilingual learner populations.

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at Mastery Charter Schools? Share your experience