School Director

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced School Director to oversee educational programs for K-12. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of curriculum development, and a commitment to academic excellence. This role requires strategic thinking, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the academic experience for students.

Essential functions

• Serve as the executive officer of the school, administering the development and sustainment of a positive educational program designed to foster student achievement
• Own the school budget, forecasting and work force planning; set budgets, create organizational structures, and allocate capital and people resources to achieve company and functional goals
• Create a strong, trusting relationship with the board (district) clients, ensure compliance with contract requirements, and provide advice on policies, programs and innovative solutions
• Proactively make business decisions based on knowledge of education industry, customer base, political and regulatory environment, and technology
• Guide and empower school academic leaders in supervision of staff related to teaching and academic outcomes
• Provide general leadership and mentorship to instructional Academic Administrators and instructional staff through oversite of data meeting processes, individual and team meetings
• Determine staffing needs and FTE adjustments based on state laws and regulations, enrollment trends, and potential new clients
• Create and manage requisitions, oversee recruitment of all teachers, facilitate digital interviews, and determine new hire placement
• Research and implement non-K12 curriculum resources as needed to meet state standards
• Articulate the school's mission and vision to ensure stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively
• Confer with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral issues
• Ensure the school meets the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws, including laws pertaining to special education
• Develop and oversee implementation of the school's School Improvement Plan
• Cultivate a collaborative working environment that encourages communication, innovation, and refinement of instructional practices
• Monitor departmental compliance with accountability measures
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits and respect for others
• Perform other assigned duties as necessary

Supervisory responsibilities

Directly supervises 5 - 10 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees and/or contractors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Required qualifications

• Master's Degree
• 3 or more years of experience in a Principal or School Director position
• Ability to work with and through people to establish goals, objectives, and action plans
• Strong knowledge of instructional and educational leadership strategies, online instructional design theories, and learning style theories
• Highly organized with the ability to coordinate complex programs and processes
• Works effectively as a team member and leader
• Employs innovative problem-solving techniques to accomplish objectives
• Ability to travel 15% of the time
• Ability to clear required background check

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in supervision, training, and development of teachers
• Possesses knowledge of technical systems used within the organization
• Thorough knowledge of Florida accountability structures and systems
• Experience in a Virtual School setting

Work environment

The position works a blended schedule (both from the office and incumbent's home). The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).