- Serve as primary instructional leader ensuring an academic program tightly aligned to student achievement outcomes;
- Develop and evaluate instructional initiatives and strategies designed to improve instructional outcomes as measured by state and national standards;
- Support teachers to implement a rigorous curriculum, aligned to Common Core Learning Standards, and provide actionable feedback that leads to professional growth and student success;
- Oversee high quality professional development and facilitate continuous professional learning;
- Evaluate teacher effectiveness, providing consistent feedback and opportunities for improvement;
- Oversee interim and state assessments; collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data;
- Facilitate the examination of data to assess gaps and inequities, improve practice, and improve student outcomes;
- Lead a positive student and staff culture, modeling high expectations for excellence from the top;
- Assure compliance with established goals, objectives and legal requirements concerning charter school educational and instructional services;
- Establish partnerships with community organizations to ensure resources and opportunities for students, and effectively advocate on behalf of the school community;
- Collaborate with school principals to ensure program alignment and partner with the senior leadership team to sustain a premier institution in Washington, DC.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required; a master's degree or an advanced degree in K-12 school administration, curriculum & instruction, or a related field with strong academic preparation is preferred;
- A minimum of 3 to 5 successful years of leadership as a Principal.
- Bi-Lingual in Spanish (speaking/writing) is a plus, but not required;
- A proven track record of raising student achievement in an urban school setting;
- Demonstrates a firm commitment to educational equity for all students;
- Demonstrates passion and energy, and a willingness to engage and empower adults and students to reach their full potential;
- Possesses a high degree of personal integrity, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a history of working cooperatively with key stakeholders in a school environment;
- Knowledge of state frameworks, curriculum, instruction, assessment and innovative school improvement initiatives;
- Knowledge of state-of-the-art research and proven best practices in areas of closing the achievement gaps and meeting the diverse needs of students;
- Demonstrates success using effective staff development programs and strategies;
- Effective academic accountability systems and services;
- Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, codes, regulations, guidelines, policies, procedures, state frameworks, including special education;
- Effective management principles, practices, and supervision techniques;
- Possesses strong strategic thinking skills;
- Displays excellent written and oral communication skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
- Loves to collaborate and is an excellent team player that leverages the skills and abilities of others;
- Works comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds;
- Works confidentially with discretion.
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Chief Academic Officer - Washington DC, United States - The TenSquare Group
Description
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS
Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington DC's vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement. Our 650+ students are a diverse mix of African-American, Latino, Asian, African, and White students. Almost 30% of our students are English language learners, and we have one of the largest Hispanic populations in DC charter schools. We are committed to building a community of teachers and staff who reflect the rich diversity of our student body. Our middle school campus serves nearly 200 students in the Columbia Heights neighborhood in grades 6-8.
Meridian Public Charter School seeks a Chief Academic Officer to drive the educational performance of the school, provide leadership, accountability, vision and strategic direction for curriculum, instruction, assessment and school improvement initiatives. The Chief Academic Officer is a key member of the school leadership team who collaborates with fellow leaders to design and manage Meridian's academic programing. Reporting to the Head of School, the ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience driving academic improvement. RESPONSIBILITIES
Meridian's Chief Academic Officer will set the vision for instructional success and provide educational and administrative leadership that builds and supports a high-performance education team by inspiring, integrating, and aligning the academic work of the school. The Chief Academic Officer will perform specific responsibilities that include, but are not limited to the following:
Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: Educational Background and Work Experience
A TNTP Insight Survey of our teachers placed our staff's satisfaction with compensation in the top quartile of all charter schools in DC. We also lead the charter sector in compensation transparency, and publish our salary scales for teachers, apprentice teachers, and dedicated aides here . Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs. HOW TO APPLY
Do you embody a love of learning? Do you believe in the importance of educating the whole child? Do you want to join a collaborative team driving Meridian's continued growth from good to great? Apply today NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School's EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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