Director of English Language Arts, K-12/Literacy 7-12

THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

ANTICIPATED VACANCY

2026-27 School Year

DIRECTOR OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, K-12/Literacy 7-12

Applications will be accepted for the following anticipated vacancy:

Director of ELA, K-12/Literacy 7-12
This is a 12-month Probationary appointment

Prerequisites for the position are:

• New York State certification - SDA/SBL/SDL
• Strong administrative and instructional leadership experience
• Expertise in leadership, curriculum development, literacy instruction, human relations, and communication
• Demonstrated knowledge of the New York State Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards, literacy assessment practices, and evidence-based literacy instruction

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide supportive leadership and direction for rigorous, equitable, and challenging English Language Arts programs for all students through sound, student-centered decision-making.
• Provide leadership in the implementation of the New York State Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards and grades 7-12 literacy initiatives.
• Work cooperatively with Principals, Instructional Coaches and Central Office Administration to implement and refine the K-12 ELA curriculum and instructional programs.
• Collaborate with district and building leadership teams on instructional improvement, curriculum alignment, literacy initiatives, and data-informed decision-making.
• Monitor and coordinate the development, articulation, and alignment of the English Language Arts curriculum across grades K-12, ensuring vertical and horizontal coherence in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language development.
• Provide leadership for comprehensive literacy development, including reading comprehension, writing instruction, vocabulary development, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based literacy practices, including balanced literacy approaches, HMH, and disciplinary literacy across content areas.
• Analyze district, state, and local assessment data to monitor student achievement in literacy and guide program improvements.
• Collaborate with Middle School lead teachers and building administration in secondary levels with 3-8 testing and secondary Regents exams.
• Support the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and academic intervention services (AIS) related to reading and writing.
• Support programs that promote independent reading, writing development, and literacy engagement across all grade levels.
• Monitor and coordinate the selection, evaluation, and implementation of instructional materials, texts, and digital literacy resources, and make recommendations to enhance teaching and learning.
• Review new course proposals and make recommendations to the Executive Director for Curriculum and Instruction regarding ELA programming and course offerings.
• Observe and evaluate instructional staff in collaboration with building administrators and provide constructive feedback to support professional growth.
• Prepare recommendations for tenure in collaboration with building principals.
• Convene, chair, and monitor department staff meetings to articulate priorities for ELA instruction and literacy development.
• Plan, coordinate, and provide high-quality professional development in literacy instruction, writing pedagogy, reading strategies, and assessment literacy in conjunction with Central Office Administration.
• Assist in the preparation and oversight of the English Language Arts Department budget, including instructional materials and professional development.
• Serve on District committees; prepare reports and presentations; and establish collaborative relationships with external organizations, professional associations, and institutions that support literacy and English Language Arts education.

The Director of English Language Arts, K-12/Literacy 7-12, will report directly to the Executive Director for Curriculum and Instruction.

Interested applicants should complete an application on RecruitFront and/or visit the Human Resources page of the Three Village website no later than April 13, 2026.