Campus Director - Premier/TexasWorks Port Arthur

Position Summary

The Campus Director will lead a team of highly dedicated teachers and support staff in providing the best innovative personalized learning experience for our students. They will utilize their knowledge of instructional best practices to support the staff in facilitating self-directed instruction that adheres to local and federal guidelines as well as the Premier High School Academic Model. With strong leadership skills the Campus Director will guide teachers in creating a safe and effective environment for learning and conduct periodic evaluations to identify areas that need improvement. As the campus leader they will represent the school at conferences and other events networking with fellow administrators and instructors to remain abreast of relevant advances in innovative personalized learning. As a key player in the schools discipline they will also have the opportunity to exercise conflict management skills with students staff and parents alike.

Qualifications

Education

• Four-year degree from a College or University

Certification

Experience

• 3 years of experience in an educational environment (alternative education a plus)
• 3 years of experience working with administrative leadership, clients, and/or stakeholders and/or education personnel related to school improvement, facilitation of learning, or related educational interest
• 3 years of experience in supervising a staff
• 3 years of experience in managing budgets

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A passion for high school students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with high school students
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state education laws
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn teaching curriculum software programs and instruct others on its utilization
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student and train others on the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• A clear understanding of goal setting for students and the individualized approach
• Ability to communicate with all levels of students, parents, teachers, the community, administrative staff, and Regional Directors
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessments, scoring, transcripts, and grade point average
• Ability to lead transition with changes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lead and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Ability to travel as necessary

Responsibilities and Duties

• Directly supervise all campus employees in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Plan ways to market the school to increase enrollment and maintain ADA.
• Interview, hire, and train employees.
• Monitor implementation of the Premier High School model.
• Maintain campus budget and ensure that campus remains within budget.
• Respond to district requests in a timely manner.
• Appraise the performance of staff, reward and discipline employees according to ResponsiveEds policies and procedures, and address and resolve complaints and problems.
• Mentor or plan for mentoring of teachers as needed.
• Facilitate the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by students, parents, the community, administrative staff, Campus and Regional Directors.
• Advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth.
• Ensure management of the organization, operation, and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
• Act with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.
• Understand and respond to social, economic, legal, and cultural context of the assigned student population.
• Develop and evaluate educational programs to ensure conformance to state and school board standards.
• Develop and coordinate educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers activities, and issuance of directives.
• Collaborate with teachers, students, parents, and community concerning educational programs.
• Leads marketing events and activities to promote and increase student enrollment through awareness.
• Establish and maintain relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Requisition and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed.
• Oversee the direction of the preparation of class schedules, cumulative records, and attendance reports.
• Regularly checks facility and property to manage maintenance, safety, and security.
• Perform special projects during and after normal business hours and other duties as assigned. (NOTE: After normal business hours may include but is not limited to Saturday Mandatory State Tutorials.)

Equipment Used

• All equipment required to perform job duties and tasks previously described.

Physical Environmental Factors

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.