Associate Director of Teaching and Learning – Douglas ESD

Douglas Education Service District; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Education Service District is seeking an Associate Director of Teaching & Learning to provide administrative leadership for regional educator development and instructional support programs, including REN, instructional coaching, educator mentorship, early literacy, and professional learning.

The role supervises staff, oversees budgets and grant reporting, and aligns resources to strengthen district supports across Douglas County. Travel throughout the service area is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• Oregon Administrator License or eligibility is required.
• Three years of administrative experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Oregon's education system and the role of ESDs in supporting districts.
• Experience in K–12 education, instructional leadership, educator development, and grant-funded program management.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership as part of the Education Services leadership team.
• Oversee multiple Teaching & Learning programs (REN, instructional coaching, educator mentorship, early literacy, regional professional learning).
• Plan, implement, and evaluate professional learning and educator development initiatives.
• Coordinate instructional coaching services and educator mentorship with the Lead Instructional Coach.
• Foster collaboration among Teaching & Learning staff and other ESD programs to strengthen services.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Educator development

Grant management

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Oregon Administrator License or eligibility

Job description

Associate Director of Teaching & Learning – Douglas ESD

• Position Type: Administration
• Date Posted: 11/4/2026
• Location: Roseburg, OR
• Closing Date: 11/10/2026

Douglas ESD is accepting applications to fill the position of Associate Director of Teaching & Learning. This position is 220 days per year, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day to begin immediately.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 11/10/2026 at 3 p.m.

SALARY RANGE $92,640 per year

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides administrative leadership for regional educator development and instructional support programs, including the Regional Educator Network (REN), instructional coaching, educator mentorship, early literacy, and countywide professional learning. Working closely with the Assistant Superintendent / Director of Education Services, this position aligns programs, services, and funding—including General Fund, Student Success Act (SSA), and REN resources to strengthen a coordinated and sustainable continuum of supports for Douglas County school districts. The Associate Director supervises assigned staff, oversees program budgets and grant reporting, and provides technical assistance to support district continuous improvement and educator development.

DUTIES

This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

• Participate as a member of the Education Services leadership team, collaborating with the Director to align departmental priorities, programs, and services.
• Provide leadership and oversight for multiple Teaching & Learning programs, including REN, instructional coaching, educator mentorship, early literacy, and regional professional learning.
• Guide the planning, implementation, and evaluation of professional learning and educator development initiatives responsive to district needs.
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructional Coach to coordinate instructional coaching services, educator mentorship, and professional learning implementation.
• Foster collaboration among Teaching & Learning staff and other ESD programs to strengthen the effectiveness of services provided to districts.
• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Douglas REN Plan and Professional Learning Plans (PLPs).
• Coordinate and facilitate REN meetings, network sessions, and regional professional learning activities.
• Serve as a primary liaison among Douglas REN, participating districts, the Oregon Department of Education (ODE), and the Education Advisory Council (EAC).
• Ensure REN activities and investments align with identified educator needs, district priorities, and applicable state requirements.
• Oversee required REN documentation, performance monitoring, grant reporting, and compliance activities.
• Work closely with the Director to strategically braid and blend General Fund, SSA, REN, and other allowable funding sources to develop a coordinated continuum of district supports.
• Identify opportunities to align services, reduce duplication, leverage staff expertise, and maximize the impact of available resources.
• Develop, monitor, and manage assigned program budgets, expenditures, contracts, and grant deliverables.
• Ensure fiscal practices and program expenditures comply with applicable grant requirements and ESD procedures.
• Prepare and submit accurate, timely grant reports, fiscal and program narratives, performance measures, and other required documentation.
• Collect and analyze program data to evaluate effectiveness, demonstrate outcomes, and inform future planning.
• Assist the Director in providing technical assistance to districts related to continuous improvement, SIA implementation, and strategic planning.
• Support districts in identifying professional learning needs and connecting available ESD resources to district improvement priorities.
• Facilitate meetings, professional learning, and collaborative planning with district administrators, educators, and regional partners.
• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with district leadership and staff across Douglas County.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned personnel in accordance with Douglas ESD policies and procedures.
• Promote effective teaming, shared accountability, professional growth, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Coordinate with the Director regarding program priorities, staffing needs, and personnel responsibilities.
• Establish clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and support continuous improvement in staff performance.
• Communicate effectively with ESD leadership, school districts, state agencies, and community partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with strong organizational skills.
• Participate in department and agency meetings and professional learning activities.
• Travel throughout the Douglas ESD service area as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A current Oregon Administrator License or eligibility to obtain licensure is required.
• Three years of administrative experience preferred.
• Master's degree in education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of Oregon's education system, including the role of education service districts in supporting local school districts and the Oregon Department of Education.
• Demonstrated experience in K–12 education, instructional leadership, educator development, and grant-funded program management.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement practices and the ability to facilitate collaborative planning, analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple initiatives, align resources and funding, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and organizational goals.

Background Check Conducted

Douglas ESD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and valuing the cultural, educational, and life experience of each student and employee, as well as equitable outcomes for all students.

Douglas ESD policy provides veterans and disable veterans with preference as required by law.

Douglas ESD has been awarded the Douglas County Working Parents Award for 2026!