Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction

The State College Area School District (State College PA) is seeking an educational leader to serve as our nextAssistant Superintendent of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction

with oversight responsibilities encompassing all grade levels within the District and providing both instructional and operational leadership. As a contracted direct report to the Superintendent and a member of the Superintendents Cabinet this is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished innovative seasoned leader to support the mission of the District have a direct impact on curricula approaches and implementation and collaborate among a diverse group of stakeholders to focus on instructional and academic activities that position students for future success.

We are a nationally acclaimed district of approximately 6800 students within a vibrant education-focused community with over 2000 employees and a budget of approximately $211.5 million. The State College area community includes Penn State a large diverse university with a proud international presence. Reflecting our population equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our work with every student. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to diversity and recognize equity and inclusivity as the foundations to prepare our students for lifelong success. Our District has engaged families and community members who strongly support education through establishing partnerships that focus on improving learning experiences and opportunities for all students.

The successful candidate will be a skilled and demonstrated leader with an extensive depth and breadth of theory and practice of curriculum development and implementation forward thinking approaches to instructional activities a passion to create a supportive and rich learning environment for students a desire to provide opportunities for success for all students through high quality learning experiences and a desire and ability to collaborate with teachers instructional staff and non-instructional staff.

Other essential duties of the position include the ability to:

• Promote a culture of collaboration trust and high expectations that support learning;

• Further the development of a shared plan to attain the Districts goals;

• Effectively collaborate with employees administration and staff in ensuring alignment in designing implementing and assessing the Districts educational programming including alignment with required District state and federal standards;

• Lead the Districts Induction Plan that effectively aligns with Commonwealth standards and supports professionals while focusing on the use of appropriate and effective practices and methods for student achievement;

• Understand and oversee implementation and ongoing efforts of multi-tiered systems of support and demonstrate an appreciation for the importance of such structures and how they can enhance student success;

• Think strategically plan and prioritize effectively;

• Analyze data to ensure appropriate instructional benchmarks and progress are aligned for success and recalibrate and adjust efforts accordingly;

• Design and facilitate professional development including but not limited to training workshops mentoring opportunities and professional development;

• Oversee and coordinate student teaching throughout the District;

• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously to meet deadlines; and

• Communicate and present information effectively both orally and in writing to a broad range of stakeholders including the Board of Directors.

Applicants must possess demonstrated experience as a teacher in a public education setting as well as experience in K-12 curriculum administration. An applicable Masters degree in educational administration educational leadership curriculum development or a related field; and a Pennsylvania Superintendent Letter of Eligibility is required. If you desire to serve in this important leadership role please submit your cover letter resume Pennsylvania Superintendent Letter of Eligibility and three current letters of reference athttps:// The position will remain open until a successful candidate is identified. Credentials will be reviewed beginning February 24 2026.

The State College Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Junior IC