Job Information
West Seneca Central School District Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction in West Seneca, New York
The West Seneca Central School District seeks an innovative executive leader to advance our instructional programs, student opportunities, student engagement and student outcomes.
This is a full-time, probationary appointment with salary and benefits determined pursuant to the Personal Services Agreement by and between the successful candidate and the Superintendent of Schools with the approval of the West Seneca Central School District's Board of Education. Salary will be commensurate with the experience of the selected candidate.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction will work cooperatively with all district stakeholders to provide leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development and direction of the District's educational programs and operations; including but not limited to Pre-K-12 programming, academic performance and accountability, curriculum, instruction, technology integration, professional learning for teachers and staff.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction will work in close collaboration with the District's leaders (Curriculum Directors, Special Education and Pupil Personnel Administrators, Building Administrators, Teacher Leaders, and the Curriculum Council) to ensure the District's comprehensive educational program meets the needs of all learners. This includes working closely with stakeholders to continuously assess students' needs for the purpose of improving the instructional program for the District. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a dedication to enhancing instruction and pedagogy through high quality professional development including, but not limited to, our Superintendent's Conference Days and our New Teacher Academy. Leadership and oversight to ensure an alignment of the development of District plans, such as the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan, Strategic Plan, Academic Intervention Plan, and Professional Learning Plan to ensure resources are strategically invested in the goals of the District. The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction is responsible for budgetary oversight of District allocated funds in addition to state and federal grants (i.e. Title grants).
The timeline for all interested candidates is as follows. The hiring committee will meet and screen applications as early as March 11, 2025. On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, screening interviews will take place for selected candidates and the second round, committee interviews are scheduled for Thursday, March 20, 2025. Finalists will meet with our Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Operations, the Superintendent of Schools and our district's Central Office Team on Monday, March 24, 2025, with a new hire recommendation/appointment presented to the West Seneca Central School District's Board of Education at their April 8, 2025, board meeting. We are looking for a tentative start date of Monday, May 12, 2025.
Job Qualifications
Required Certification: NYS certification as a School District Leader (SDL) or School District Administrator (SDA)
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experiences.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
Holds a New York State certificate as a School District Administrator (SDA) and/or School District Leader (SDL).
A minimum of ten years experience in education, including teaching, supervision, and administration.
Knowledge and experiences in the areas of curriculum and instruction, special education, and pupil personnel services.
Evidence of strong leadership skills and evidence of the ability to improve outcomes for students.
Evidence of strong public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working collaboratively with teachers, pupil personnel staff, support staff, administrators and community members.
A shared philosophy, vision and beliefs of the school district.
Comprehensive knowledge of New York State Learning Standards and regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate.
West Seneca Central School District
Nurturing our full potential.
Our Mission: We are an educational community that encourages kindness, inspires confidence, and instills the belief that together we can achieve anything.
The West Seneca Central School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Position Start Date:05/12/2025
Application Deadline:03/09/2025
