POSITION VACANCY 07.23.2026

The Cheltenham School District announces the following career opportunity to join the administrative team of Cheltenham School District.

Position Title: Director of Teaching & Learning

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent

Classification: Act 93 Administrator - (CASSA)

Location: Administative Building

Position Overview:

The Director of Teaching & Learning is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and aligning the district's curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning initiatives across all levels (K-12) and subject areas, with direct responsibility for the core academic programs in Math, English Language Arts/Reading, Science, and Social Studies. This position ensures coherence, alignment, and equity across instructional programs and fosters continuous improvement in teaching and learning. This position develops and communicates the vision of CSD's curriculum, instruction and assessment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Curriculum & Instructional Leadership
• Lead, in conjunction with the Supervisors of Curriculum & Instruction, the district's curriculum cycle for core academic subjects (Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies) to ensure coherence and alignment with state standards.
• Oversee the development, evaluation, and implementation of instructional materials and resources, ensuring use of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM).
• Provide guidance and oversight for curriculum mapping, course design, and instructional planning across all levels.
• Collaborate with district and school leaders to support Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), credit recovery, and academic interventions.

• Professional Learning & Development
• Design, structure, and communicate district professional learning, focusing on legal requirements and district priorities.
• Approve professional learning and conference attendance requests for instructional staff.
• Facilitate leadership development for Supervisors, principals, and teacher leaders.
• Lead professional learning initiatives that align with continuous school improvement and district goals.
• Lead professional learning for building principals regarding curriculum and instruction.

• Assessment & Data Use
• In partnership with Supervisors, Specialists, and the Director of School Services, develop the district-wide assessment calendar.
• Oversee relevant assessment systems (e.g. PVAAS, DRC, eMetrics, etc) and implement the district's assessment plan.
• Utilize data-informed decision-making to ensure student performance data is used to improve instructional purchases, practices, and outcomes.

• Supervision & Evaluation
• Evaluate Supervisors of Curriculum & Instruction (Elementary, Secondary, Enrichment & Innovation).
• Conduct walkthroughs with Principals and Assistant Principals; participate in formal evaluations as appropriate.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and oversight of instructional administrators and teacher leaders to ensure fidelity of implementation.
• Support Principals in disciplinary processes for professional staff and attend meetings as necessary.

• Technology & Innovation
• Evaluate and approve requests for instructional materials, including software, digital programs and applications, that support curriculum and instruction.
• Collaborate with IT, the Director of School Services, the Supervisors of Instructional Technology, and the Systems Integration Specialist, and instructional staff to ensure effective integration of technology into teaching and learning.

• Strategic & Programmatic Leadership
• Lead and take ownership of a designated Strategic Plan Pillar, as assigned by the Superintendent.
• Align district curriculum and instructional programs with long-term strategic goals.
• Represent the district at local, regional, and state-level curriculum and instruction events.

• Operational Responsibilities
• Oversee instructional materials management, including inventory, budgeting, and ordering.
• Monitor and manage professional learning and curriculum budgets.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
• Valid Pennsylvania administrative certification (Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, Principal, or Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility)
• Minimum seven (7) years of successful teaching and leadership experience
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design, assessment literacy, instructional coaching, and professional learning design
• Knowledge of federal and state education programs, compliance requirements, and accountability systems
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in instructional technology, data systems, and digital learning platforms, including learning management systems and online adaptive programs
• Must meet all state and federal background clearance requirements

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. 12 months, 260 days.
2. Salary and benefits in accordance to the formal Administrator's agreement with the Board of Directors.

All applicants: Must complete the on-line application to be considered for this position, which is located under Employment Opportunities at www.cheltenham.org.

External candidates: If hired, you will be required to provide Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearances and other mandatory employment forms.

Deadline to apply is August 7, 2026

Cheltenham School District

2000 Ashbourne Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027