ISAAC Program Director SY2026-27 (NBOE) JobID: 2691
Position Type:
Non Instructional - Admin - Central Office/Director
Date Posted:
5/26/2026
Location:
Science- 437
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NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, 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
Master's degree or Ph. D in a STEM related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Five (5) or more years of prior experience in a STEM profession.
Three (3) to five (5) years of teaching and/or curriculum development is preferred.
Must be able to read, write and understand English.
Experience 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:
Ensure ISAAC laboratory experiences align with current and emerging STEM career pathways and reflect the needs of regional industry partners.
Ensure ISAAC program development aligns with the strategic goals and objectives of Students 2 Science.
Ensure the Newark Technology Center laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established laboratory safety practices.
Maintain laboratory instrumentation, equipment, and supplies necessary to support ISAAC programming.
Develop and manage the annual ISAAC program schedule.
Coordinate scheduling for staff, interns, and volunteers supporting program delivery.
Recruit, hire, and onboard laboratory instructors, assistants, interns, and volunteers.
Train staff in laboratory instrumentation operation and maintenance.
Manage the ISAAC program operating budget for the Newark Technology Center.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of the following:
A passionate belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
Must be technically competent and possess exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
Positive and happy demeanor with the ability to work with others.
Excellent execution and project management skills.
Detail oriented and highly organized.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Must be able to sit and stand for a significant amount of time.
Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision.
Demonstrated 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
Salary: $110,000-$160,000
Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
Union Affiliation: Unaffiliated
HOW TO APPLY
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
OPENING 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