Executive Director of Teaching and Learning (Program Manager III)

Salary: $92,300.00 - $175,400.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189424
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH55
Position Number:: 60024148
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN13
Hiring Range - Min.: $92,300.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $133,800.00
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Job Purpose:

The Executive Director of Teaching and Learning works under the direction of the Chief Academic Officer to coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of teaching and learning strategies across the Department of Education. This leadership position will play a critical role in shaping education policies, curricula, instructional practices, and systemic improvements across K-12 education in South Carolina to ensure high-quality educational outcomes for all students.


Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic design and execution of a long-range educational plan with a focus on enhancing student learning outcomes. Ensure cohesive implementation of this plan across the Division of College, Career, and Military Readiness, targeting improvements in programs and processes in line with SC Department of Education (SCDE) priorities.
• Drive cross-divisional initiatives that support the seamless delivery of SCDE-wide services, establishing strategic partnerships with office directors and fostering a collaborative approach to program enhancement.
• Oversee system improvement projects by directing staff to utilize rigorous research methodologies to assess the effectiveness of educational policies and programs. Synthesize findings into actionable recommendations for elevating student achievement.
• Enhance data transparency across student, district, and financial reporting. Support the advancement of data modeling and reporting systems to provide clear insights into educational trends and to inform decision-making.
• Build and maintain robust partnerships with key educational stakeholders-including school districts, educators, parents, community groups, higher education institutions, and other state agencies-to consolidate resources and expertise in pursuit of academic excellence.
• Position yourself as an educational thought leader, particularly in instructional strategies and learning outcomes. Develop and deliver insightful presentations that inform and influence policymakers, educators, and the general public.
• Promote an organizational culture within the Division of College, Career, and Military Readiness dedicated to continuous improvement. Actively seek out and propose enhancements to processes and technologies, ensuring alignment with divisional goals and educational best practices.
• Cultivate a dynamic and scholarly work environment that attracts, retains, and develops top-tier staff. Emphasize the importance of forward-thinking research, innovative pedagogy, effective teamwork, and lifelong learning among all team members.

This position is located in the Office of Career Readiness.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• An advanced degree in Education, Education Leadership, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in educational leadership, curriculum development, and teacher professional development. Experience in district administration is required.
• Strong understanding of educational policies, instructional strategies, and learning theories. Commitment to continually building on existing knowledge and skills to be current on the latest research and innovations.
• Experience building and managing cross-functional teams to implement education initiatives from inception through completion, ensuring they meet objectives and improve learning outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with various constituencies and effectively present complex issues to diverse audiences.
• Ability to lead and empower staff to reach personal and statewide goals in solving problems and identifying unique solutions. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment across multiple teams and initiatives.

Additional Comments
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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