ISAAC Program Director SY2026-27 (NBOE)

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEï½N SUPERINTENDENT

ISAAC PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Office of Science

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Isaac Program Director within the Office of Science.

DEFINITION: The ISAAC Program Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the ISAAC Program at the Students 2 Science STEM learning facility. The Director is also responsible for ensuring alignment with the mission and goals of Students 2 Science (S2S). This is a non-instructional position focused on STEM program operations and delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
degree or Ph. D in a STEM related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
(5) or more years of prior experience in a STEM profession.
(3) to five (5) years of teaching and/or curriculum development is preferred.
be able to read write and understand English.
managing laboratory-based educational programs or research facilities is preferred.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Newark ISAAC Program Director is responsible for program alignment with New Jersey Student Learning standards as well as ongoing content development staffing training program evaluation program implementation professional development and collaborative planning with other departments including:

ISAAC laboratory experiences align with current and emerging STEM career pathways and reflect the needs of regional industry partners.
ISAAC program development aligns with the strategic goals and objectives of Students 2 Science.
the Newark Technology Center laboratories operate safely efficiently and in accordance with established laboratory safety practices.
laboratory instrumentation equipment and supplies necessary to support ISAAC programming.
and manage the annual ISAAC program schedule.
scheduling for staff interns and volunteers supporting program delivery.
hire and onboard laboratory instructors assistants interns and volunteers.
staff in laboratory instrumentation operation and maintenance.
the ISAAC program operating budget for the Newark Technology Center.
other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of the following:

1.A passionate belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
be technically competent and possess exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
to work with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
and happy demeanor with the ability to work with others.
execution and project management skills.
oriented and highly organized.
written and communication skills.
be able to sit and stand for a significant amount of time.
be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision.
leadership experience and ability to work well and interface with other administrative staff.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent Teaching & Learning

SALARY EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
: $110000-$160000
Period: Twelve (12) Months
Affiliation: Unaffiliated

HOW TO APPLY
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

In an effort to attract and retain staff NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details please go to AND CLOSING DATE
Opening Date: May 26 2026
Closing Date: June 8 2026 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER