Director Academic Support, Continuous Improvement & Academic Support (CIAS) Department at Napa County Office Of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
The Napa County Office of Education (NCOE) is a public agency that provides academic services and enrichment opportunities for students, teachers and the community, as well as critical business services for school districts. NCOE partners with the five public school districts in Napa County on a variety of programs and issues. NCOE also operates numerous federal and state grants including a robust AmeriCorps program and state-wide projects supporting Special Education students. NCOE's Early Childhood Services program is a leader in inclusive classroom structures. To learn more about working at NCOE, please visit: https://napacoe.org/careers/
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, the Director of Academic Support provides strategic leadership for NCOE’s Academic Support Team and oversees instructional improvement, professional learning, coaching systems, and continuous improvement initiatives across Napa County school districts. The Director also serves as the statewide project lead for California’s Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant, priority 3 (improving literacy outcomes for secondary students). This role involves coordinating intersecting activities for the successful implementation of CLSD priorities. The director oversees the development of dynamic materials and content, manages multi-year federal and state funding, ensures compliance and accurate reporting for complex budgets, and represents NCOE in statewide partnerships with CDE, county offices, higher education institutions, and evaluation partners. The position also supervises program managers, coordinators, project leads, and coaches; leads multi-county instructional teams; and supports districts and COEs in aligning curriculum, instruction, assessment, and improvement systems.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in education or a job-related field required.
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) strongly preferred
• A Clear California Administrative Services Credential is required
• A Clear California Teaching Credential is required
• Ten or more years of certificated public-school service with progressively responsible leadership in curriculum, instruction, and program administration.
• Three to five years in a certificated administrative or management position.
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and evaluating instructional improvement systems
• Experience supervising multi-site programs and managing complex, multi-year budgets across multiple funding sources.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:
- Credential Copy (A Clear California Administrative Services Credential is required)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2) Letters of Recommendation)
- Other (A Clear California Teaching Credential is required )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in education or a job-related field required.
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) strongly preferred
• A Clear California Administrative Services Credential is required
• A Clear California Teaching Credential is required
• Ten or more years of certificated public-school service with progressively responsible leadership in curriculum, instruction, and program administration.
• Three to five years in a certificated administrative or management position.
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and evaluating instructional improvement systems
• Experience supervising multi-site programs and managing complex, multi-year budgets across multiple funding sources.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:
- Credential Copy (A Clear California Administrative Services Credential is required)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2) Letters of Recommendation)
- Other (A Clear California Teaching Credential is required )
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Should applicants have any difficulties with the application process or need assistance, please email Humanresources@napacoe.org or call (707) 253-6818.
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NAPA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Comments and Other Information
Should applicants have any difficulties with the application process or need assistance, please email Humanresources@napacoe.org or call (707) 253-6818.
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Cover Letter
Resume
NAPA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Application Deadline
5/29/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/22/2026
Contact
Human Resources
(707) 253-6818
(707) 253-6818
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$151,171 to $170,944 - with future steps to $207,213 Annually
$151,171 to $170,944 - with future steps to $207,213 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Grant funded position, Medical, vision, and dental benefits are available for purchase with an optional Section 125 plan for employee and family
Length of Work Year
220 days, Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Employment Type
Full Time