Executive Director, School Performance & Leadership

PowerSchool; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks an experienced executive director for the School Performance area. The role oversees principals, supports schools, and aligns district priorities with the SIP to drive student achievement. Extensive leadership and policy expertise are required.

The position reports to the Assistant Superintendent of School Performance and emphasizes data-driven decisions, cross-department collaboration, and staff development across PreK–12.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree in School Administration or related field required.
• NC Certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years' district-level or building administration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Lead, manage and supervise assigned programs/staff in the district.
• Provide day-to-day support and supervision of PreK-12 schools assigned to the performance area.
• Provide leadership and support for principals and assistant principals.
• Coach/mentor principals, teachers, literacy facilitators, and academic facilitators.
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to discuss academic achievement and performance area needs.
• Oversee performance area functions to ensure policy compliance with district plan.
• Represent the Superintendent at district, state, and governmental functions when necessary.
• Coordinate professional development to support the school improvement plan.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Stakeholder comms

Educational policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Master's degree in School Administration or related area

NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred

Minimum of five years' experience as building or district administrator preferred

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Desktop publishing

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks an experienced executive director for the School Performance area. The role oversees principals, supports schools, and aligns district priorities with the SIP to drive student achievement. Extensive leadership and policy expertise are required.

The position reports to the Assistant Superintendent of School Performance and emphasizes data-driven decisions, cross-department collaboration, and staff development across PreK–12.