High School Director, Buckeye, AZ

ReNEW Schools; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K investment options with employer contributions

Job summary

American Leadership Academy is seeking a High School Director for its upcoming campus in Buckeye, AZ. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Responsibilities include managing staff, evaluating student performance, setting academic standards, and fostering a culture of excellence. Preferred qualifications include experience in an educational setting and a Master's degree. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Years of experience in a management or leadership position are required.
• Experience in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define responsibilities and accountability of staff members.
• Evaluate student progress and supervise school staff performance.
• Set standards for student achievement aligned with goals.
• Create a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Oversee programs and services to meet objectives.
• Manage student enrollment process.
• Ensure appropriate standards of student behavior.
• Work with teachers to improve their practice.
• Recruit and hire school staff.
• Serve as liaison between teachers, parents, and community.

Skills

Leadership and team collaboration skills

Positive interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Dependability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.

American Leadership Academy is planning to open a new campus in Fall 2027 in Buckeye, AZ and is now accepting applications for High School Directors. Applicants must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Defines the responsibilities and accountability of staff members and develops plans for interpreting the school program to the community.
• Evaluates student progress in the instructional program by means that include the maintaining of up-to-date student data. The director supervises and appraises the performance of the school staff.
• Set and enforce rigorous standards for student achievement that are in line with the goals of the organization.
• Create a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students and families.
• Oversee all programs, services, and activities to ensure that program objectives are met.
• Manage student enrollment process to ensure that the school achieves its targeted enrollment projections.
• Ensure appropriate standards of student behavior, performance, and attendance and ensures that all disciplinary issues are addressed fairly and immediately.
• Work with teachers to improve their teaching practice through coaching, professional development, modeling, and collaborative planning.
• Recruit, select, and hire school staff, including teachers and school-based support staff.
• Serve as liaison between teachers, parents, and the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualities

• Leadership and team collaboration skills
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational skills and self-management to effectively handle multiple responsibilities
• Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals
• Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills
• Self-motivation
• Dependability

Required Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Years of experience in a management or leadership position

Preferred Qualifications

• Years of experience in an educational setting
• Master's degree

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401K investment options including employer contributions.

Application Requirements

• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Letters of recommendation (2-3)