Flexible Administrative Leadership Substitute

ESC of the Western Reserve; Concord Township (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESC of the Western Reserve is seeking a Substitute Administrative support services professional to provide flexible administrative, instructional, and operational leadership across districts. The role may be assigned to short- or long-term leadership positions, including interim administrative services, within ESCWR programs or contracted districts.

The position requires flexibility in assignment location and duration, with full-, part-time, or as-needed schedules and possible travel to partner

Qualifications

• Administrative license required or higher covering PK-12.
• Experience in student services, instructional leadership, or building-level administration.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to prepare written communications, presentations, and reports.
• Budgeting and data-informed decision making.

Responsibilities

• Act as acting building-level or district-level administrator during short- or extended periods.
• Assume delegated authority for instructional leadership, staff supervision, student discipline, and daily operations.
• Provide continuity of leadership to ensure compliance with state, district, and ESCWR requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to step into leadership roles with minimal transition time.
• Support curriculum implementation and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Assist with staff supervision, mentoring, evaluation, and professional development.
• Support data-informed decision-making and school improvement planning.
• Collaborate with district leadership teams to align services with local priorities.
• Oversee school operations, including schedules, supervision, safety procedures, and emergency preparedness.
• Support student services functions such as discipline, attendance, behavior interventions, and family engagement.
• Ensure consistent implementation of district and ESCWR policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with ESCWR leadership, district administrators, and school staff.
• Serve as a leadership resource for staff, families, and administration.
• Represent ESCWR in meetings with district leadership, families, and community partners.
• Support special projects and administrative initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Budget awareness

Professional judgment

Education

Administrative Specialist/Principal License equivalent or higher covering PK-12 from Ohio Dept. of Education and Workforce

Tools

Internet research tools

Virtual meeting platforms

Office technology

Job description

ESC of the Western Reserve is seeking a Substitute Administrative support services professional to provide flexible administrative, instructional, and operational leadership across districts. The role may be assigned to short- or long-term leadership positions, including interim administrative services, within ESCWR programs or contracted districts.

The position requires flexibility in assignment location and duration, with full-, part-time, or as-needed schedules and possible travel to partner