What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director – Staff Development position at Newark Board of Education?
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- New Jersey School Administrator Certificate (preferred).
- New Jersey Principal Certificate.
- 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 customised 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
JobID: 2492
Position Type:
Instructional -Admin - Central Office/Director Staff Development
Instructional -Admin - Central Office/Director Staff Development
Date Posted:
12/10/2025
12/10/2025
Location:
Instructional Staff Development - 430
Instructional Staff Development - 430
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT
Director – Staff Development
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval)
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Director- Staff Development.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent
SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, AND UNION AFFILIATION
Salary: $156,000-$184,053
Employment period: 12 Month Calendar.
Union Affiliation: City Association of Supervisors and Administrators (C.A.S.A.).
Employment period: 12 Month Calendar.
Union Affiliation: City Association of Supervisors and Administrators (C.A.S.A.).
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $156,000 - $184,053