CEO, K-12 Charter Network – Bay Area & Central Valley

The K12 Search Group; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 338,000 - 413,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Aspire NorCal seeks a CEO to lead the organization through its formation and into the next chapter. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will set Aspire NorCal's strategic direction and hold overall responsibility for the organization's academic performance, organizational health, and long-term sustainability.

Key priorities include driving student outcomes, building a unified Aspire NorCal across Bay Area and Central Valley, ensuring clarity, accountability, and disciplined execution,

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of K-12 senior leadership experience
• Experience managing and developing senior leaders, building effective teams, and establishing accountability
• Experience navigating complex political and stakeholder environments and building relationships across constituencies

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization’s strategic direction and overall performance.
• Report to the Board of Directors and hold responsibility for academic performance, organizational health, and sustainability.
• Lead organizational change while preserving Aspire's core commitments and build trust through transparent leadership.

Job description

Aspire NorCal seeks a CEO to lead the organization through its formation and into the next chapter. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will set Aspire NorCal's strategic direction and hold overall responsibility for the organization's academic performance, organizational health, and long-term sustainability.

Key priorities include driving student outcomes, building a unified Aspire NorCal across Bay Area and Central Valley, ensuring clarity, accountability, and disciplined execution,