Application Deadline3/20/2026Position Start Date7/1/2026
Start Date: July 1, 2026 Salary: Commensurate with Experience and Collective Bargaining Agreement Terms of Employment: Probationary Appointment / 12-month position
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction and the Superintendent of Schools
Job Summary:
The Director of Secondary Education is a district level position that reports directly to the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction and the Superintendent of Schools. The Director of Secondary Education shall have general responsibility for all aspects of the development, implementation, and update of secondary education curriculum. S/he will supervise all secondary educational programs and services and work closely with the building administrators and department coordinators to implement the programs.
Qualifications:
State Education Department Certification - SDA or SDL
Minimum of five years’ administrative experience, with Central Office level work preferred
Ability to effectively manage time and fiscal resources
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Extensive knowledge of secondary programs
Extensive knowledge of differentiated instruction and instructional strategies
Demonstrated use of data and research focused on improving student achievement
Knowledge and effective use of technology in instruction, management, and communication
Demonstrates experience in building partnerships and resources and a willingness to work with various community partners
Strong and collaborative leadership with an honest, transparent, and inclusive style that supports high student outcomes and educational excellence
Leverages deep knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment to improve student learning
Willingness to learn and grow professionally
Knowledge about the implementation and supervision of the APPR process
Knowledge and understanding on building master schedules
Knowledge of grants and grant writing
Applications Deadline: March 20, 2026
All qualified applicants must apply through www.Riverhead.recruitfront.com
or
OLAS at www.pnwboces.org/olas
Letter of interest and resume must be addressed to the attention of Dr. Vincent K. Mulieri Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources 814 Harrison Avenue Riverhead, New York 11901