Dr. Sarah Yoder, newly named director of the Innovative Educational Services division at the CCIU
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced that Dr. Sarah Yoder has been approved by the Board of Directors for appointment as the new Director of the Innovative Educational Services (IES) division. She will assume her role on July 1, 2025.
With a strong background in educational leadership and a passion for student-centered learning, Dr. Yoder is poised to lead the division into its next chapter of excellence and innovation. Most recently, Dr. Yoder served as superintendent for the Pottsville Area School District. Prior to that role, Dr. Yoder gained extensive experience as a math and computer science educator, a high school principal, and an adjunct instructor for the Doctoral program at Gratz college, among other roles. Her strong history of innovative educational leadership and student advocacy made her an exceptional candidate.
“I am incredibly excited to embrace my role as the Director of Innovative Educational Services at Chester County Intermediate Unit, the premier future-focused educational service provider in Pennsylvania,” said Dr. Yoder. “Working with the CCIU team, I eagerly welcome this opportunity to inspire leaders, foster groundbreaking initiatives, and empower educators to redefine learning experiences for the students and communities of Chester County and beyond.”
The IES division at the CCIU oversees a wide array of educational services, including professional development for educators, curriculum development and coordination for public and non-public schools, networking services, and inventive learning opportunities for students.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Sarah Yoder to the CCIU leadership team,” said Dr. George
F. Fiore, executive director of the CCIU. “She is a visionary leader with a deep commitment to instructional innovation and a proven ability to design and implement transformative programs. Her forward-thinking approach to instruction, technology integration, and professional development aligns perfectly with our mission to lead and serve. I am confident that Dr. Yoder’s leadership will have an immediate and lasting impact on our organization and the districts we support.”
The CCIU looks forward to the leadership, vision, and collaborative spirit Dr. Yoder will bring to the role as she continues to champion innovation and educational excellence across the region.
