Director of Math & Science (K-12)

ScheduleMonday-Friday 7:30am-4:15pmTerm12-monthPay Rate$80,000–$108,000What is the opportunity?Foundation Academies is an innovative school community committed to building independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership in every student. We are seeking a Director of Math & Science (K–12) to serve as the network’s content authority, owning the strategy, systems, and outcomes for mathematics and science across all campuses.In this leadership role, you will:Define and uphold the instructional bar for math and science across grades K–12Drive rapid improvement in student outcomes through data-driven decision-makingEnsure consistent execution of high-quality instruction across all campusesStrengthen Tier 1 instruction by building leader capacityAlign curriculum, instruction, assessment, and intervention systemsReady to lead and grow with us?What is in it for you?Merit-based pay increases annually Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plansTax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor ServiceOptional short or long-term disability benefits through AflacRegular strategic professional development and coachingCareer advancement opportunitiesSmartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-MobileWindows-based laptop Regular team-building activities and outings10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually 30 paid holiday observancesA rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing studentsWhat will you be doing?Set and uphold expectations for high-quality math and science instruction across all campusesConduct instructional walkthroughs and calibrate leaders to a common instructional barDrive alignment across curriculum, instruction, assessment, and intervention systemsDesign and oversee network-wide assessment systems, including mastery checks and benchmarksAnalyze cross-campus data to identify trends, gaps, and instructional prioritiesLead short-cycle (4–6 week) instructional improvements and monitor impactBuild school leader capacity to identify strong instruction, provide feedback, and drive teacher growthEnsure Tier 1 instruction is the primary driver of student outcomes and strengthen MTSS systemsLead professional learning focused on mathematical reasoning, scientific inquiry, and standards alignmentPartner cross-functionally with operations, data, and talent teams to ensure system coherenceWhat do we require from you?Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferredNJ certification in Mathematics, Science, or related field5–7+ years of successful teaching experience with strong student achievement resultsProven experience leading adults and improving instructional outcomesDeep expertise in math and/or science instruction and standards alignmentStrong experience with assessment design, data analysis, and instructional planningAbility to lead through others and drive accountability across multiple campusesExcellent judgment, organization, and communication skillsAlignment with Foundation Academies’ mission and core valuesWant to join our FAmily? We are Foundation Academies: Trenton, New Jersey’s largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school serving more than 1,000 scholars across three schools on two campuses. Our mission is to ensure that all of our students secure the academic knowledge and skills to prepare them for the nation’s finest colleges, and to instill in them the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We admit students by lottery, irrespective of gender, race, household income, or academic ability.Our team of experienced and mission-driven urban educators values growth mindsets, lifelong learners, and individuals who believe that every child deserves an excellent education. We hold ourselves, our students, and our city to high standards because that’s what our families deserve.We are conveniently located a quick car ride to downtown Princeton, a 45-minute SEPTA ride to Philly’s Center City, and a hop on the NJ Transit Express to New York City.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Foundation Academies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Foundation Academies prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Foundation Academies. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.