THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
ANTICIPATED VACANCY
2026–27 School Year
DIRECTOR OF SCIENCE, K-12
Applications will be accepted for the following anticipated vacancy:
Director of Science, K-12
This is a 12-month Probationary appointment
Prerequisites for the position include:
- New York State certification – SDA, SBL, or SDL
- Demonstrated administrative and instructional leadership experience
- Expertise in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and assessment practices
- Knowledge of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) and current instructional best practices
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and district leadership
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provide supportive leadership and direction for rigorous and challenging science programs for all students through sound, student-centered decision-making.
- Lead the implementation of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) and district science initiatives.
- Promote inquiry-based instruction, scientific reasoning, STEAM integration, and real-world application of science concepts.
- Coordinate the development, articulation, and alignment of the K-12 science curriculum to ensure vertical and horizontal coherence.
- Work cooperatively with Principals, Teacher Leads, and Central Office Administration to implement curriculum and instructional programs.
- Review and recommend new course proposals and program enhancements.
- Participate in regional and State curriculum initiatives.
- Analyze district, state, and local assessment data to monitor student performance and guide instructional improvement.
- Support the development and implementation of common assessments and data-informed instructional practices.
- Responsible for the oversight of the In-Star TOSA.
- Observe and evaluate instructional staff in collaboration with building administrators.
- Support Middle School lead teachers and building administration in both elementary and secondary levels with 5th and 8th grade science assessments and secondary Regents exams.
- Articulation with elementary science support staff.
- Provide feedback and guidance to support professional growth and effective science instruction.
- Prepare recommendations for tenure in collaboration with building principals.
- Support mentoring and induction of new and probationary teachers.
- Convene and facilitate department and district meetings to establish instructional priorities.
- Promote equitable access to advanced coursework, research opportunities, and enrichment programs.
- Support student participation in science competitions, research programs, internships, and recognition opportunities.
- Collaborate with building leadership on staffing, scheduling, and program implementation.
- Monitor and coordinate the selection, evaluation, and implementation of instructional materials, laboratory equipment, and digital resources.
- Assist in the preparation and management of the science department budget.
- Maintain appropriate records including inventory, equipment, and instructional resources.
- Oversee chemical inventory, storage, and disposal procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
- Establish partnerships with higher education institutions, research organizations, and community resources to enhance science programming.
The Director of Science, K-12, will report directly to the Executive Director of 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.