NBGN0323135-1012
2024-10-23T00:00:00
2024-10-09T00:00:00
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District has an anticipated vacancy for a Director of Literacy for the District.Qualifications:New York State permanent teacher certification in ReadingNew York State certification as School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL) required Minimum of five years of successful elementary teaching experienceComprehensive understanding of the Science of ReadingComprehensive understanding related to Scarborough’s’ RopeProfessional development experience related to phonics and phonemic awareness pedagogyExperience with the intersection of literacy in mathematicsVast knowledge of culturally responsive teaching practicesExemplary communication skillsA granular understanding of the New York State Literacy BriefsA comprehensive understanding of metacognition as it relates to the teaching and learning of literacyA breadth of knowledge related to vocabulary acquisition and retentionFamiliarity with the methods and materials that promote technology-enhanced instruction.Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;Experience in the analysis and use of data and student work to inform instructional decisions.Job Goal:The Director of K – 12 Literacy will work collaboratively with the staff of the Department of Curriculum & Instruction to support a foundational literacy approach a specific focus on early elementary pedagogical approaches related to reading, writing, listening and speaking. The Director will also review and revise literacy strategies utilized for students on the secondary level. The director will work with district and building administration to build capacity among school administrators, teachers and staff related to best literacy practices across content areas.A complete job description can be found on the District’s website at www.newburghschools.org under the ‘DISTRICT’ tab/Employment with the District. Our district serves a very large population of diverse students. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.Please visit our website at www.newburghschools.org to check out our Strategic Plan 2026-Vision, Mission & Core Values. Thank you for your interest in the Newburgh Enlarged City School District.Overview The Newburgh Enlarged City School district is located at "The Crossroads of the Northeast," an area on the west bank of the Hudson River 60 miles north of New York City and 80 miles south of Albany. Our district central office and the Board of Education are located at 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY 12550. The school district serves students from four neighboring municipalities: the City of Newburgh, the Town of Newburgh, New Windsor, and a small portion of Cornwall. Six elementary schools (including a Pre-K center in one building), one K-8 school, one middle school, and the high school are in the City of Newburgh. The remaining schools are spread throughout the other municipalities. Schools The district currently consists of seven K-5 elementary schools, two K-8 schools, two middle schools (grades 6-8), and one high school (grades 9-12 over 3 campuses)NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATIONThe Newburgh Enlarged City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations. If one has questions or wants to make an inquiry regarding discrimination, including harassment, contact: Ms. Mary Ellen Leimer, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, NY 12550, telephone 845-563-3460, or email mleimer@necsd.net.
School Leader
Newburgh ECSD
Mid-Hudson Valley
Fixed