Head of School-Elementary

Head Of School-Elementary

The Head Of School is the school's instructional leader, providing leadership and management to maximize the efforts of teachers and students in an environment which is conducive to educational enhancement, growth and achievement for students. The position is responsible for directing all daily operations of the school campus, supervising and coordinating the work of all instructional and non-instructional personnel, ensuring subordinates' adherence to local and state policies, regulations and goals, preparing required reports, and performing other professional, administrative and supervisory work as required.

Essential job functions include owning results across academics, finance, and culture; setting and socializing the school vision; leading school-wide academic strategy; developing and executing the School Improvement Plan (SIP); managing the full talent lifecycle for faculty / staff; designing and delivering professional learning; coaching school leaders; cultivating stakeholder trust; stewarding the budget; serving as hiring manager; and abiding by all state and federal mandates in reporting sexual or physical abuse and neglect.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university, state certification in administration / supervision at the elementary and / or secondary level, educational leadership, or an equivalent certification as defined by the Tennessee or Alabama Department of Education. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, four years of experience as an effective classroom teacher, three years of experience in leading and / or coaching teachers, two years of experience as an assistant head of school role, and one or more years of experience as a head of school / principal.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include energy and entrepreneurial spirit for the charter school environment, unwavering pursuit of excellence, results-driven educational leadership, good problem-solving ability, familiarity with cultural diversity, ability to work collaboratively, creativity, resourcefulness, reflectiveness, excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, strong work ethic, detail-driven work style, and excellent organizational skills.