Columbia School Director — Growth & Operations Lead

Tutelage School Solutions; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Ethos Academy Richland seeks a School Director to lead instructional, operational, and growth initiatives on-site in Columbia, SC, reporting to the Board and Tutelage School Solutions (TSS).

The role oversees staff, finances, compliance, recruitment, and community engagement, guiding enrollment, safety, and curriculum implementation while partnering with TSS to ensure high performance and growth.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of school administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Master’s degree or higher preferred.
• Marketing experience, school startup experience, administration certification, or comparable professional credentials.
• Direct work experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of the team, students, and families, motivating them to action and fostering a culture of positive reinforcement and respect.
• Share expertise with team members and participate in ongoing education to build the collective skill set of school personnel.
• In partnership with TSS, manage the full employee lifecycle—including recruitment, hiring, orientation, and performance evaluations.
• Provide regular guidance, productive feedback, and formal counseling to team members to ensure they meet performance obligations and growth targets.
• Day to day financial oversight in partnership with the Board and TSS, including monitoring budget performance, aligning staffing and enrollment to revenue, and ensuring responsible use of school funds.
• Implement Board policies and ensure all staff adhere to the Employee Handbook.
• Oversight of school facilities, including coordination of building operations, maintenance, space utilization, and long‑term facility planning aligned to growth and enrollment needs.
• Direct and coordinate comprehensive school safety, emergency preparedness, and crisis‑response efforts including health, security, and operational disruptions—while serving as the primary liaison with local agencies such as DHEC, the sheriff’s department, and other emergency partners.
• Oversee vendor and contracted service management including cleaning, food service, transportation, and technology to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective operational performance.
• Proficiently present the school’s curriculum and philosophy while translating academic standards and state requirements into actionable instructional strategies.
• Maintain and inspire high academic standards across the team and student body.
• Consult weekly with Instructional Coaches to assess feedback, resolve issues, and implement recommendations for improvement.
• Lead all authorizer and state compliance functions, including required reporting, audits, training, site visits, corrective action processes, and timely responses to regulatory requirements.
• In collaboration with the TSS, develop and implement strategic recruitment, marketing, and communication plans to reach targeted audiences.
• Oversee student recruitment and retention, admissions, and lottery procedures to achieve year‑over‑year growth targets set by the charter and budget.
• Actively promote the school’s value through public speaking and public relations within the community and surrounding areas.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with families, community partners, local organizations, and civic leaders while serving as the school’s primary public‑facing representative and ambassador.
• Plan and execute enrollment events to showcase curriculum and school culture.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ethos Academy Richland seeks a School Director to lead instructional, operational, and growth initiatives on-site in Columbia, SC, reporting to the Board and Tutelage School Solutions (TSS).

The role oversees staff, finances, compliance, recruitment, and community engagement, guiding enrollment, safety, and curriculum implementation while partnering with TSS to ensure high performance and growth.