Curriculum/Federal Programs Director

Highlands School District is seeking a Curriculum Coordinator and Federal Programs Director to lead the development, alignment, and continuous improvement of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices across the district while also overseeing the implementation and compliance of federal programs. The successful candidate will work closely with administrators and teachers to strengthen instructional practices, analyze student achievement data, and support professional learning initiatives that drive academic success. This position also manages federal programs ensuring regulatory compliance, effective program coordination, fiscal oversight, and accurate reporting. This role blends instructional leadership with strategic program management to support district goals and promote student outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Direct the planning, development, implementation, and continuous revision of all K-12 curriculum, ensuring all curricula are fully aligned with the Pennsylvania Core Standards

Provide leadership in the integration of evidence‑based instructional strategies and best practices (e.g., blended learning, project‑based learning, differentiated instruction)

Oversee the effective use of educational technology as an instructional tool

Coordinate administration, analysis, and reporting of all District, state, and national assessments

Utilize data to drive instructional decisions, inform curriculum changes, and monitor student growth and achievement gaps

Oversee the district's compliance with PA Act 48 continuing professional education requirements

Lead the development and monitoring of the educational components of the district's continuous improvement efforts

Communicate proposed curriculum changes and staff development programming objectives, evaluations, and needs to the Superintendent, Board, and the public

Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of federal and state grant programs related to instruction (e.g., Titles I, II, III, and IV), ensuring regulatory compliance including writing proposals, monitoring expenditures, and submission of final expenditure reports

Develop and manage the Curriculum and Instruction budget, including resource allocation for materials, technology, and professional learning

Plan and coordinate districtwide professional development

Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent

Qualifications

Letter of Eligibility and Doctorate preferred

Ability to communicate effectively

Understanding of federal and state education laws, including compliance and implementation

Ability to ensure equitable access to high‑quality programs and services for all students

Demonstrates strong expertise in curriculum development and effective instructional practices.

Master's degree required, Doctorate preferred

Minimum of five years of administrative experience

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