Assistant Superintendent of Schools/Programs and ...

Job Details Job Location: 370 James Street New Haven,CT. - New Haven, CT Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: Day Job Category: Education DescriptionACES seeks a dynamic and experienced educational leader to serve as the Director of Schools Program & Curriculum. This cabinet-level role provides strategic and operational leadership across all ACES schools and programs, including special education, magnet, and satellite sites. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring instructional excellence, promoting innovation, and aligning curriculum and assessment practices with state standards and agency goals.This position plays a key role in both high-level planning and the day-to-day support of schools, including oversight of new program startups, curriculum implementation, and educational assessments. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems-thinking, deep instructional leadership experience, and the ability to lead effectively across a diverse and evolving educational landscape.Key ResponsibilitiesInstructional Leadership & Curriculum OversightLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curriculum across programs serving a diverse student population.Collaborate with internal and external partners to support curriculum writing and instructional implementation in the absence of embedded subject-specific specialists.Use assessment data within and across schools to evaluate curriculum effectiveness and guide teaching and learning improvements.Ensure alignment with CT Core Standards and special education requirements.Program Oversight & School LeadershipSupervise Area Directors and Principals, the Internal Pupil Services Director, offering coaching and strategic support to foster strong instructional leadership.Provide day-to-day operational and educational support across multiple programs and sites.Monitor program effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement.Support the launch and stabilization of new schools and satellite programs in and beyond the ACES region.Assessment & AccountabilityCoordinate internal and state-mandated assessments across all schools.Ensure that students with special needs receive appropriate testing accommodations and supports.Serve as the primary testing coordinator and data reviewer to drive instructional decisions and school improvement efforts.Ensure that all state reporting connected to the school program operation is accurate and timely.Strategic Planning & InnovationContribute to agency-wide academic planning and implementation of new instructional initiatives.Guide the expansion and replication of programs across districts through data-informed, equity-centered practices.Lead the integration of innovative models of teaching, learning, and program design.Support schools and programs in budget planning, expenditure management, and grant fund management.Regional Engagement & ExpansionCollaborate with External Pupil Service Director to serve as a liaison to member and non-member districts, community stakeholders, and state agencies.Provide on-site leadership presence during the start-up phase of new programs, including those located outside the immediate regional catchment area.Maintain flexibility in supporting new opportunities and regional partnerships as they emerge.Serve as an advocate for ACES schools and programs at the state and local level.QualificationsValid Connecticut Intermediate Administrator or Superintendent Certification (092)Minimum of five (5) years of successful educational leadership experienceDemonstrated expertise in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and special education or alternative school environmentsProven ability to lead and supervise cross-functional teams and complex educational systems3-5 years as a building or school principalExperience with school and program start-up, assessment coordination, and regional outreach preferredPreferred AttributesDeep understanding of RESC (Regional Educational Service Center) operations and cooperative education modelsKnowledge of the operation and legalities of Connecticut Interdistrict Magnet SchoolsCommitment to inclusive practices and equitable educational accessStrong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and lead through changeWork EnvironmentThis position requires frequent travel across the ACES catchment area and occasional work in districts outside the region. The role involves regular school site visits, collaboration with diverse teams, and a combination of strategic planning and hands-on leadership.Salary is Negotiable based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with district prioritiesExternal Candidates please apply online at Internal candidates should apply via the "Careers at ACES" link on Interfaces QualificationsValid Connecticut Intermediate Administrator or Superintendent Certification (092)Minimum of five (5) years of successful educational leadership experienceDemonstrated expertise in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and special education or alternative school environmentsProven ability to lead and supervise cross-functional teams and complex educational systems3-5 years as a building or school principalExperience with school and program start-up, assessment coordination, and regional outreach preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17