Statewide CTE & STEM Initiatives Director

Delaware Department of Education; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 121,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Education seeks a Director of Career and Technical Education and STEM Initiatives to provide statewide leadership for CTE and STEM programs and align them with workforce needs. You will drive strategic planning, partnership development, and program improvement across K–12 and postsecondary systems.

The role oversees federal/state grants, leverages data for continuous improvement, and leads a team to strengthen college and career readiness, with a focus on equity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required or equivalent.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced leadership roles.
• Experience leading CTE/STEM initiatives is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide leadership for CTE/STEM initiatives across K–12 and postsecondary education.
• Lead development of statewide career pathways and align with workforce needs.
• Manage a professional team and cross-sector partnerships.

Skills

Strategic planning

Grant management

Budget development

Educational leadership

Cross-sector partnerships

Data analysis

STEM education

CTE programs

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CTE/education/related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Delaware Department of Education seeks a Director of Career and Technical Education and STEM Initiatives to provide statewide leadership for CTE and STEM programs and align them with workforce needs. You will drive strategic planning, partnership development, and program improvement across K–12 and postsecondary systems.

The role oversees federal/state grants, leverages data for continuous improvement, and leads a team to strengthen college and career readiness, with a focus on equity and