Director of Adult and Continuing Education

id='p4051_'>Director of Adult and Continuing Education JobID: 4051

Position Type:

Administration/Director of Adult and Continuing Education

Date Posted:

7/13/2026

Location:

New London Adult & Continuing Education

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

07/31/2026

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Your next great opportunity starts here! At New London Public Schools, you'll join a welcoming team that celebrates innovation, values every voice, and empowers you to make a lasting impact on students and the community from day one.

Reports to: Superintendent of Schools

Salary: $169,427

Employment Terms: Full-Time, 12-Month administrative position

Bargaining Unit: NLAEA

Position Overview: The Director of Adult Education provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the district's comprehensive continuing and adult education program. As a key leader within the district, the Director is responsible for driving organizational growth and ensuring that all adult learners have access to high-quality educational opportunities that promote economic mobility and community integration. The Director ensures the delivery of specialized instructional services, including:

• High school equivalency (GED and Adult Credit Diploma Program)
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Citizenship and Americanization classes

Please Note: This posting highlights key responsibilities and qualifications. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the attached job description for a comprehensive overview of this administrative leadership opportunity.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Instruction: Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of adult education curriculum and instructional practices to ensure alignment with state standards and learner needs.
• Fiscal Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets and oversee the administration of state and federal grants while ensuring rigorous alignment with district priorities and fiscal transparency.
• Instructional Leadership: Provide high-level leadership, supervision, and professional support for adult education faculty and staff to cultivate an environment of academic excellence.
• Compliance & Accountability: Ensure full compliance with all Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) regulations, grant stipulations, and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with community organizations, state agencies, and district leadership to advance innovative programming and expand opportunities for the adult learner population.

Minimum Requirements

• Must hold a valid Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) Intermediate Administrator and Supervisor Certificate (092).
• At least five (5) years of successful teaching experience; currently holds valid teaching certificate.
• At least five (5) years of successful building-level or central office leadership experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Haitian Creole highly desirable.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with the Connecticut High School Credit Diploma Program (#106) is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in innovation and the design/development of new educational programs.

Application Process: Apply online through the Frontline AppliTrack portal. Please upload all applicable CSDE certifications, transcripts verifying education, licenses/credentials, and any other required documentation. A resume/CV and letters of reference may be required for some positions and are strongly encouraged for all applicants.

Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, life and disability insurance, and other fringe benefits. Benefit offerings, eligibility, and terms vary by position and are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement, Board of Education policy, and/or individual employment agreement. Additional information is available on the District's Human Resources website.

Mandatory Pre-Employment Screening & Compliance Notice: In accordance with Connecticut state law, all offers of employment at New London Public Schools are conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and sexual misconduct background check. Candidates must fully comply with the disclosure and employment verification requirements mandated under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 10-222c. Failure to provide the required authorizations, complete the statutory screening process, or meet the district's standards of safety and fitness for employment will result in the immediate disqualification of the applicant or the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO): New London Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and Connecticut state laws, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.