Visionary School Leader | Curriculum & Community Impact

ACADEMY FOR URBAN SCHOLARS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACADEMY FOR URBAN SCHOLARS is seeking a School Director to provide visionary leadership and manage the school's operations, curriculum development, staff, student support, and community engagement. This role requires a strong educational background, exceptional leadership, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

You will oversee strategic direction, policy development, staff supervision, and budget/resource management while promoting an inclusive and equitable learning environment for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (business preferred).
• Valid administrator certification or license.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful experience in educational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of educational trends, research, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and create an inclusive learning environment for students, staff, and parents.
• Develop and implement educational policies and programs aligned with standards.
• Supervise and evaluate teaching staff to ensure high-quality instruction.
• Foster continuous improvement by analyzing student achievement data for instructional decisions.
• Collaborate to develop and revise curriculum ensuring best practices and trends.
• Establish relationships with parents, guardians, and community partners to support student success.
• Manage budget, resources, and facilities for efficient operation.
• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified staff aligned with mission.
• Provide ongoing professional development for staff.
• Oversee special education programs to meet diverse needs.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Budget management

Educational leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

administrator certification/licence

Job description

ACADEMY FOR URBAN SCHOLARS is seeking a School Director to provide visionary leadership and manage the school's operations, curriculum development, staff, student support, and community engagement. This role requires a strong educational background, exceptional leadership, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

You will oversee strategic direction, policy development, staff supervision, and budget/resource management while promoting an inclusive and equitable learning environment for