POSITION: Director of Educational Programs

BUILDING: Director of Educational Programs

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent

Position Overview:

The Carlisle Area School District is seeking a Director of Educational Programs to coordinate key aspects of curriculum, instruction, assessment, educational contracts, and professional development across the district. This district-level leadership position plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality educational programming that supports student achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate closely with the directors overseeing the elementary and secondary levels, student services, and technology to ensure a cohesive instructional vision. Report directly to the assistant superintendent.
• Provide leadership in curriculum development, instructional best practices, and assessment coordination to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Oversee and support professional development and induction programs for faculty and staff.
• Monitor and manage educational contracts to ensure compliance and alignment with district goals.
• Oversee the Carlisle Virtual Academy, the district’s online learning platform. Coordinate directly with the principal leaders at each level.
• Analyze student performance data to drive instructional decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed about educational trends, policies, and research to guide district initiatives.
• Support the implementation of district-wide strategic plans and initiatives related to teaching and learning.
• Support to upcoming building reconfiguration process, ensuring effective and cohesive educational programming across all levels of the district.

Qualifications:

• Higher education degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Valid administrative certification as required by the state.
• Experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, assessment practices, and professional development.
• Proven ability to collaborate with district and school-based leaders to support student achievement.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal educational regulations and policies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

AVAILABLE: July 1, 2025

CONTACT: Mrs. Michelle Sarokon

Human Resource Coordinator

540 W. North St.

Carlisle, PA 17013

The Carlisle Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not

discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI,

Title IX and Section 504.

No person shall on the grounds of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law be excluded from participation in or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Discrimination on the basis of sex or religion is also prohibited in some federal programs.

For information regarding civil rights or grievances procedures, services, activities and

facilities that are assessable to and usable by handicapped persons, contact:

Mr. Michael R. Gogoj

Title IX Coordinator

540 West North Street

Carlisle, PA 17013

717-240-6800

Lisa Slover

Section 504 Coordinator

Director of Student Services

623 West Penn Street

Carlisle, PA 17013

717-240-6800 ext. 17815

sloverl@carlisleschools.org