High School Director
The Covenant School, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
Overview
SLOCA’S VISION OF AND FOR EMPLOYEES Highly desirable educational employees at SLO Classical Academy are those who are passionate about classical education and children, committed to personal and professional growth and development, effective and loyal team players, creative thinkers, in full support of our core values, and interested in the health and growth of SLO Classical Academy.
Position Purpose The High School Director is responsible for the oversight and thriving of the high school program and people in line with SLOCA’s classical mission and vision.
Job Structure
Exempt Employee Status
Robust full-time, year-round position with benefits and PTO (5 weeks)
Education, Experience, and Core Competencies Required education and experience
College degree in a related field
An advanced degree in a field related to the functions of the position preferred
Evidence of ongoing professional development as related to the position
8+ years of educational/teaching experience
5+ years of experience in classical education
2+ years in educational leadership
Experience supervising and mentoring direct reports
Experience guiding the professional learning and development of educators
Core Competencies
Demonstrated experience tackling challenges creatively while maintaining grounding in classical practices.
Able to work under others but to take ownership of areas of responsibility.
Proven experience moving team members towards personal and organizational objectives.
Highly relational with a strong emotional and organizational IQ
Able to balance relational strength with results and performance goals
Ability to galvanize a team and lead them to project completion on time, on budget
Clear, concise communicator
Never satisfied with the status quo - always seeking new ways to improve our product, delivery, relevancy, and value
No reservations about tackling the unknown
Physical Demands Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds on a limited basis
Primary Working Relationships
The HS Director reports to the Founder and Head of School
The HS Director oversees & grows:
HS Teachers
Student Life Director
HS Office Manager
Teamwork: the HS Director serves on the:
Broader Leadership Team (all directors across departments)
EduLeads Team (with Directors of other campuses and the Special and Academics Projects Lead)
Disciplinary Team (with Director and student life director/community life managers across campuses)
Special focus teams/Executive Leadership Team support, as needed
Duties & Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of the High School Director include, but are not limited to, the following:
Partner with the Founder and Head of School to set clear goals for the HS and HS Director role, which takes into account the big picture and organization as a whole.
Develop and support a thriving classical HS program:
Develop, implement, and share the vision for our classical school and all we have created around it, as it relates to high school students.
Utilize both foundational and creative means to deepen and expand our program.
Take advantage of classical and other resources to grow professionally and to disseminate that knowledge and wisdom to the HS team.
Oversee curriculum development
Oversee electives and immersives
Develop and support HS teachers
Provide clear and consistent expectations of SLOCA HS teachers/community members, along with regular input, praise, and constructive feedback.
Provide consistent support and opportunities to grow teachers as people and classical educators.
Provide ongoing classroom observations and input, both positive and constructive.
Continue to grow the advisory program with advisory leads per grade level.
Ensure that teachers have what they need to succeed in serving our students as well as possible
Lead HS Team Meetings to provide (including, but not limited to):
Vision
Time to discuss issues, student support challenges, brainstorm ideas, etc.
Time to plan/debrief events (retreat, History Days, HLR, House events, Senior Projects, etc)
Time to prepare for conferences and also provide positive feedback to families regularly.
Participate in staff training and development.
Share important information with HS teachers & staff regularly via HS tidbits and updated Google Classroom.
HS growth
Work with the Executive Leadership Team to facilitate and grow enrollment.
Partner with admissions for community and potential family outreach and follow-up, recruitment, and retention
Work with HS staff and the retention team to retain students, including individual outreach and family meetings
Support High School Students and Families:
Annually meet with each student/family for a class/college advisory meeting
Attend HS retreat and as many student events as possible (such as sports games, HLR, Poetry, etc)
Provide vision and inspiration around our program
Be available to meet as needed with students and families
Provide support for significant student support issues
Receive and respond to feedback from students and families
Oversee and support administration:
Oversee the hiring and dismissal of teachers and staff
Manage the budget for the high school program within SLOCA’s budgetary processes and guidelines
Ensure high school campus facility needs are met:
Safety
Campus maintenance
Classroom needs
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Application Question(s)
We ask that all applicants submit a cover letter with their resume for consideration. Did you include a cover letter?
After considering our community and position, please share why you are interested in this position, and how your life and career have qualified you for this position.
Please briefly share your general leadership approach, style, and ideals. What do you believe are the important qualities of a leader?
Please share your experience in, and relationship with, Classical Education.
Were you referred to us by a current SLOCA employee or parent? If so, please provide us with their first and last name.
Work Location: In person
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Position Purpose The High School Director is responsible for the oversight and thriving of the high school program and people in line with SLOCA’s classical mission and vision.
Job Structure
Exempt Employee Status
Robust full-time, year-round position with benefits and PTO (5 weeks)
Education, Experience, and Core Competencies Required education and experience
College degree in a related field
An advanced degree in a field related to the functions of the position preferred
Evidence of ongoing professional development as related to the position
8+ years of educational/teaching experience
5+ years of experience in classical education
2+ years in educational leadership
Experience supervising and mentoring direct reports
Experience guiding the professional learning and development of educators
Core Competencies
Demonstrated experience tackling challenges creatively while maintaining grounding in classical practices.
Able to work under others but to take ownership of areas of responsibility.
Proven experience moving team members towards personal and organizational objectives.
Highly relational with a strong emotional and organizational IQ
Able to balance relational strength with results and performance goals
Ability to galvanize a team and lead them to project completion on time, on budget
Clear, concise communicator
Never satisfied with the status quo - always seeking new ways to improve our product, delivery, relevancy, and value
No reservations about tackling the unknown
Physical Demands Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds on a limited basis
Primary Working Relationships
The HS Director reports to the Founder and Head of School
The HS Director oversees & grows:
HS Teachers
Student Life Director
HS Office Manager
Teamwork: the HS Director serves on the:
Broader Leadership Team (all directors across departments)
EduLeads Team (with Directors of other campuses and the Special and Academics Projects Lead)
Disciplinary Team (with Director and student life director/community life managers across campuses)
Special focus teams/Executive Leadership Team support, as needed
Duties & Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of the High School Director include, but are not limited to, the following:
Partner with the Founder and Head of School to set clear goals for the HS and HS Director role, which takes into account the big picture and organization as a whole.
Develop and support a thriving classical HS program:
Develop, implement, and share the vision for our classical school and all we have created around it, as it relates to high school students.
Utilize both foundational and creative means to deepen and expand our program.
Take advantage of classical and other resources to grow professionally and to disseminate that knowledge and wisdom to the HS team.
Oversee curriculum development
Oversee electives and immersives
Develop and support HS teachers
Provide clear and consistent expectations of SLOCA HS teachers/community members, along with regular input, praise, and constructive feedback.
Provide consistent support and opportunities to grow teachers as people and classical educators.
Provide ongoing classroom observations and input, both positive and constructive.
Continue to grow the advisory program with advisory leads per grade level.
Ensure that teachers have what they need to succeed in serving our students as well as possible
Lead HS Team Meetings to provide (including, but not limited to):
Vision
Time to discuss issues, student support challenges, brainstorm ideas, etc.
Time to plan/debrief events (retreat, History Days, HLR, House events, Senior Projects, etc)
Time to prepare for conferences and also provide positive feedback to families regularly.
Participate in staff training and development.
Share important information with HS teachers & staff regularly via HS tidbits and updated Google Classroom.
HS growth
Work with the Executive Leadership Team to facilitate and grow enrollment.
Partner with admissions for community and potential family outreach and follow-up, recruitment, and retention
Work with HS staff and the retention team to retain students, including individual outreach and family meetings
Support High School Students and Families:
Annually meet with each student/family for a class/college advisory meeting
Attend HS retreat and as many student events as possible (such as sports games, HLR, Poetry, etc)
Provide vision and inspiration around our program
Be available to meet as needed with students and families
Provide support for significant student support issues
Receive and respond to feedback from students and families
Oversee and support administration:
Oversee the hiring and dismissal of teachers and staff
Manage the budget for the high school program within SLOCA’s budgetary processes and guidelines
Ensure high school campus facility needs are met:
Safety
Campus maintenance
Classroom needs
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Application Question(s)
We ask that all applicants submit a cover letter with their resume for consideration. Did you include a cover letter?
After considering our community and position, please share why you are interested in this position, and how your life and career have qualified you for this position.
Please briefly share your general leadership approach, style, and ideals. What do you believe are the important qualities of a leader?
Please share your experience in, and relationship with, Classical Education.
Were you referred to us by a current SLOCA employee or parent? If so, please provide us with their first and last name.
Work Location: In person
#J-18808-Ljbffr