Elementary Director, Buckeye, AZ

American Leadership Academy, Inc.; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K investment options

Job summary

A charter school network is opening a new campus in Buckeye, AZ and is looking for a School Director. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, and experience in management or leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing staff performance, managing student enrollment, and enhancing educational standards. The position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and 401K options.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Define responsibilities of staff and interpret school programs.
• Evaluate student progress and supervise staff performance.
• Set standards for student achievement and ensure objectives are met.
• Manage enrollment processes and maintain student behavior standards.
• Support teachers' professional development and coaching.

Skills

Leadership and team collaboration skills

Positive interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Strong planning and execution skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master's degree

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 a School Director. Applicants must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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.

Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing team:

• 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.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documentation:

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