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Regional Superintendent of Instruction

Regional Superintendent of Instruction

Uncommon SchoolsRochester, NY, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Regional Superintendent Of Instruction

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

We are always looking for excellent school leadership talent. While this is not an immediate opening, we welcome your application to begin the conversation about future opportunities that may arise.

To build more high performing schools, we need senior instructional leaders to commit themselves to the most urgent and exciting work of our time! Regional Superintendents of Instruction at Uncommon Schools serve as vitally important leaders in our organization and help drive the success of our schools and principals. They oversee instructional and academic programs for groups of schools within the Uncommon Schools network and are accountable for developing principals and for the student success and achievement within their schools.

As a Regional Superintendent of Instruction at Uncommon Schools, you will oversee instruction and manage and support a group of Principals. The Regional Superintendent of Instruction is a full-time employee, hired, supported, and evaluated by the Chief Schools Officer. Your responsibilities will include the following :

Management of Academic Program :

  • Using data and daily observations, partner with Principals to constantly evaluate and improve instruction, teacher training, curriculum implementation, assessments, and other aspects of schools' academic programs and culture;
  • Partner with Principals to build a positive culture with staff, students, and families;
  • Support Principals to plan and implement summer and school-year training and professional development for teachers;
  • Support Principals to oversee hiring of teachers and other school staff.

Management and Development of Principals and Instructional Leaders :

  • Provide frequent, informal feedback to Principals and conduct an annual formal evaluation;
  • Plan and implement training for Principal Fellows and all network instructional leaders;
  • Recruit for and participate in Principal and instructional interview process;
  • Support, develop, and execute Principal professional development across regions;
  • Build personal and professional network to cultivate future instructional and leadership talent at Uncommon.
  • Management of Regional and Organization-wide Instruction :

  • Build a "one mission" culture for schools through Principal meetings and communications;
  • Ensure assessments, reports, and other data needs are managed and implemented by instructional leaders and school-based operations staff;
  • Research and identify best practices from own network and other organizations and help disseminate those practices effectively to others.
  • Execution of Uncommon's Mission and Vision :

  • Partner with the Regional Superintendent of Operations and other Uncommon leaders to support operational and compliance needs for the region and schools and to develop regional initiatives;
  • Help foster relationships with regional Boards of Trustees;
  • Partner with the Home Office to meet organizational needs, including development, marketing, and recruitment;
  • Serve as a member of Uncommon's Leadership Team;
  • Monitor and support schools in meeting the needs of special education students and work with internal and external partners to deliver high quality, cost-effective services for students.
  • Qualifications

  • Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools;
  • Passionate dedication to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school;
  • Track record of leading students and staff to outstanding results;
  • An adept problem-solver with a demonstrated ability to think critically, plan strategically, as well as research and perform detailed data analysis;
  • Skilled in written and oral communication to diverse audiences and facilitating decision-making among multiple parties;
  • Proactive and fast learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment;
  • Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations and school walk-throughs;
  • Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth;
  • Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Required Experience :
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a school principal in a high-performing urban public school is required;
  • A Bachelor's degree is required, and a graduate degree in education, public policy, or related field is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity and success with implementing Uncommon's core tenets of instructional leadership, as exemplified by Leverage Leadership, is required.
  • Completion of Leverage Leadership Institute or a Relay GSE graduate degree is strongly preferred.
  • Additional Information

    Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

    Compensation for this role is $163,800.

    Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

    Benefits :

  • 19 days of paid time off
  • 3 weeks of paid Winter and Summer org-wide holidays
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
  • Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
  • Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
  • Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and health saving accounts
  • At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

    As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.

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