Director I, Adult High School

High Culture of Achievement

• Instill a culture of high expectations, academic excellence, and personal growth among students, teachers, and staff.
• Motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential.
• Foster a supportive environment that celebrates achievements and recognizes individual and collective efforts.
• Implement data-driven approaches to assess student performance and implement targeted interventions for improvement.

Enrollment and Retention Focus

• Develop and execute effective enrollment strategies to attract and enroll students who align with the school's mission and values.
• Create compelling campaigns that highlight the school’s unique offerings.
• Implement retention strategies to ensure long-term engagement and satisfaction of students and families.
• Build strong relationships with adult students, addressing their concerns and maintaining open lines of communication.

Operational Excellence

• Demonstrate a commitment to operational excellence in all aspects of school management.
• Develop and implement efficient systems and processes that optimize resources, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Continuously assess and improve operational efficiency to enhance the overall effectiveness of the school.

Independent and Entrepreneurial

• Thrive in a start-up environment and embrace an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness in navigating challenges and finding creative solutions.
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and improvement within the school.
• Encourage and support teachers and staff in embracing an entrepreneurial mindset and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and the community to establish a strong network of support.
• Recognize the demands of a start-up environment and be available beyond traditional working hours.
• Embrace the flexibility required to address urgent matters, attend school events, and support staff and students as needed.

Budgeting and Compliance

• Work closely with the Education and Training Director to monitor monthly budgets to drive conclusions about students, staffing, and the building.
• Forecast future needs and expenses to manage monthly and yearly budgets.
• Ensure all State and central office reporting requirements are completed in a timely manner.
• Follow central office procedures and requirements for various school functions.
• Maintain compliance with all legal, regulatory, and authorized obligations of a school leader and special populations to ensure all students are being served.

Staffing, Evaluation, and Development

• Build an effective Excel Center team by promoting job opportunities, establishing a prospect network, interviewing applicants, and selecting qualified candidates for position openings.
• Utilizes staff evaluation and staff input to identify strengths and areas of improvement.
• Implements professional development, training, goal setting, and succession plans for all staff throughout the school year.