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Director of Academics

Director of Academics

Focused StaffingAustin, TX, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide.

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Primary Role :

Working in concert with the Superintendent and campus administrators in planning, organizing,

administrating, leading, coaching, innovating and managing the Elementary and Secondary academic programs, including other campus support programs. Provides direct coaching to campus administrators and other support staff as needed. This position assists all programs and people, grades PreK-12.

Qualifications :

Master’s degree in education administration required

Texas Principal’s certification is required

Texas Administrator’s certificate preferred

Minimum five years of Principal experience

Knowledge and Skills

Principles and practices of public charter school administration, including :

Knowledge and skills in identifying opportunities for growth and development at all levels of

school administration

Ability to collaborate with teams toward student growth and professional capacity building, and

knowledge of best practices in the field and research

Ability to present ideas clearly verbally and in writing

Skills in effective planning, organizing, assigning, and coordinating the activities of a professional and support staff, including team building, personnel evaluations, and feedback delivery

Skills in supervision to facilitate student growth and achievement

Techniques for creative and effective issue resolution

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members

and community members

Understanding of important statutes and policies germane to State of Texas public schools and Charter School

Ability to read and interpret data to inform instructional planning, programming, and strategies

Knowledge of latest instructional techniques, concepts and tools including but not limited to

Understanding by Design and High Reliability Schools

Strong understanding of State of Texas public school accountability measures

Track record of marshaling district resources effectively to support student achievement and

growth

Facility with software and systems used for planning, tracking and assessment

School Leadership and Student Services

Support administrative and instructional teams in the planning and implementation of schools’

programs as well as assessment programs and protocols.

Conduct on-going analysis to ensure that programs are working as designed to facilitate student

achievement and progress with sufficient curricular, technology supports for instructional

personnel.

Mentor, supervise, and assist principals and assistant principals in the development of specific

plans to meet identified school targets in related areas (e.g. CCMR, SEL); assist in determining

and acquiring support services.

Collaborate with individual principals in planning the necessary time, resources, and materials to support the accomplishment of campus and district goals.

Provide leadership to identified populations such as special education, emergent bilingual and

504.

Work closely with the state and federal grants coordinator on appropriate programming, allocation

and spending of funds and compliance.

Encourage and support the development of innovative programs that support both short-term

and long-term goals.

Model School mission, vision and goals to the campuses and community.

Support principals as they recruit, train, and supervise personnel and make sound

recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, and retention.

Ensure effective school leadership through the support of principals. Coordinate plans and

resources for the training and professional growth of those individuals.

Assist building principals through a process of continuous assessment for the purpose of school

improvement and monitor the progress of schools towards established goals.

Plan for delivery of professional development for instructional staff to educate and promote

school priorities.

Policy, Reports, and Law

Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in school leadership, student services and all related areas.

Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.

Working with the Superintendent, support any legal and or policy matters related to areas under

supervision

Budget

Provide guidance to principals with determining budgets and cost estimates that are aligned

with documented program needs and that best capitalize on disparate federal, state, and local

funding sources

Partner with the finance team annually to establish school budgets for the upcoming year

Monitor budgets at least quarterly and work with district staff to manage spending toward

student priorities and to make necessary amendments

Community Relations and Communications

Monitor professional research and strategies and disseminate ideas and information to other

professionals.

Articulate the district’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation

strategies to the community and solicit its support.

Assist in communicating information to parents and staff members as necessary.

Professional Growth and Development

Find and utilize opportunities for personal professional growth to improve professional skills and

knowledge.

Participate in professional organizations and user communities. Identify trends and

opportunities to solve problems at school. Disseminate ideas and information to the appropriate

school staff members.

Other

Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Attend campus events as support for campus administration and representation for the district,

including monthly School Board meetings.

Professional Responsibilities

Exemplify through manner, words, and dress the high standards and expected behavior of the

school.

Identify and creatively coordinate the use of available human, facility, and financial resources to

achieve the school’s mission and goals.

Build consensus around common objectives, including’ mission.

Provide substantive input and ideas for facilities planning.

Communicate regularly with the Superintendent through weekly 1x1 meetings.

Provide weekly updates at the Senior Staff meetings.

The requirements detailed in this job description are not exclusive. Staff may be required to

follow other instructions and perform other related duties as detailed by their supervisor.

Compensation and Benefits :

The salary range for the Role is $64,044 to $76,832.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package including :

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Long-term disability

Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System

403b plan

457 retirement plan

8+ days Paid Time Off

A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development

Other Duties :

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Essential Functions :

Physical abilities include, but are not limited to, being able to communicate information as well as the ability to see objects at a close range and a distance, and to establish and maintain safe and effective working relationships with staff and students.

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