Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach)

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Senior Program Administrator to lead professional development for school districts in New Jersey. This role involves developing training materials and providing coaching to enhance reading instruction and support for early learners. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in education and experience in instructional coaching, with a focus on evidence-based reading strategies.

Qualifications

• Three years of school teaching and/or administration experience.
• Experience as school consultants and/or instructional coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead professional development for multiple school districts.
• Develop resources and training presentations for NJTSS -ER implementation.
• Provide ongoing support and coaching to school district teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Masters degree in education

Tools

Word

Job description

Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach)

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Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach)

Rutgers University, The State College of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach) for the GSAPP NJTSS -ER Project team.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Interprets, communicates, and implements policies to lead professional development for multiple school districts.
• Develops resources, training presentations, and materials to build capacity for NJTSS -ER implementation.
• Provides guidance, ongoing support, and collaborative coaching in both individual and group settings with school district teams.
• Masters degree required in education or a related field.
• Three (3) years of school teaching and/or administration experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience as school consultants and/or instructional coaches with expertise in evidence-based reading instruction/intervention, multi-tiered systems of support, and student reading assessments.
• Knowledge of evidence-based reading assessments and interventions and evidence of being an effective consultant and/or instructional coach at the system level.
• Computer skills in Word or a comparable program for publishing reports.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Specialized knowledge of evidence-based reading assessments and interventions, consultation/coaching, and effective teaching.
• Experience as an instructional coach or consultant in facilitating mult-tiered systems of support for student with early reading concerns, including those at risk for or with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, reading specialist, or school administrator certificate.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1004

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/14/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)

City

City Piscataway

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach) Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department GSAPP-Inclusive Schools Proj Overview In collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Education, Rutgers University is currently implementing the New Jersey Tier System of Supports for Early Reading ( NJTSS -ER) Project, an initiative funded by a U.S. Department of Education – Office of Special Education Programs ( OSEP ) grant to advance data-driven reading instructional supports in early elementary grades (K-3). The purpose of this project is to build capacity to implement NJTSS -ER via strategic school personnel development that includes synchronous and asynchronous training accompanied by coaching of school district leaders throughout New Jersey. The project aims to (a) increase state-, district-, and school-level capacity to implement NJTSS -ER; (b) increase the fidelity of NJTSS -ER implementation; and improve reading skills for K-3 students, including those with disabilities and/or requiring intervention. Posting Summary Rutgers University, The State College of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Administrator (State Level Instructional Coach) for the GSAPP NJTSS -ER Project team.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Interprets, communicates, and implements policies to lead professional development for multiple school districts.
• Develops resources, training presentations, and materials to build capacity for NJTSS -ER implementation.
• Provides guidance, ongoing support, and collaborative coaching in both individual and group settings with school district teams.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 75382.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 93917.00 Annual Maximum Salary 112452.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Masters degree required in education or a related field.
• Three (3) years of school teaching and/or administration experience.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience as school consultants and/or instructional coaches with expertise in evidence-based reading instruction/intervention, multi-tiered systems of support, and student reading assessments.
• Knowledge of evidence-based reading assessments and interventions and evidence of being an effective consultant and/or instructional coach at the system level.
• Computer skills in Word or a comparable program for publishing reports.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Specialized knowledge of evidence-based reading assessments and interventions, consultation/coaching, and effective teaching.
• Experience as an instructional coach or consultant in facilitating mult-tiered systems of support for student with early reading concerns, including those at risk for or with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, reading specialist, or school administrator certificate.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1004 Posting Open Date 05/14/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Livingston (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Masters degree in education or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least three (3) years of school teaching and/or administration experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

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