WSU Charter Academy Lab School Administr

Charter Academy Lab School Administrator

The Charter Academy Lab School Administrator for the WSU Charter Academy provides visionary leadership and effective management for all aspects of school operations. This position is responsible for developing and implementing a new program serving at least two classrooms of kindergarten and / or primary-grade students. Key responsibilities include hiring, supporting, and developing high-quality teachers; mentoring teacher candidates; and ensuring the delivery of a developmentally appropriate, research-based curriculum. The Administrator collaborates closely with university faculty to align curriculum, coordinate student field experiences and research activities, and strengthen connections between the Charter Academy and academic programs. The role also involves building strong partnerships with campus and community organizations, working with families and the Governing Board of Directors to ensure accountability, securing sustainable funding, and advancing the programs mission to provide exemplary early childhood and teacher education experiences.