Executive Director
While key responsibilities may be delegated, the ED retains ultimate accountability for:
- Board and governance relations
- Curriculum and instructional performance
- Student life and school culture
- Business and operational management
- Enrollment and admissions
- Advancement and external relations
- Recruit, develop, evaluate, and retain a high-performing leadership team
- Cultivate a professional culture characterized by clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Lead leadership team and staff meetings focused on alignment and execution
- Establish effective systems that support staff performance and organizational consistency
- Promote staff engagement and ensure a positive climate that supports retention
- Maintain transparent communication with the Board regarding progress toward academic, operational, and strategic goals
- Partner with the Board to develop and monitor mission, vision, goals, and policies
- Support governance through strategic planning, accurate reporting, and informed recommendations
- Collaborate with the Board on a five-year strategic plan and annual goal setting
- Ensure compliance with charter requirements and maintain a strong relationship with the authorizer
- Ensure exceptional academic outcomes aligned to school goals
- Partner with the Principal and instructional leaders to establish benchmarks and improvement plans
- Monitor and respond to schoolwide performance data; ensure strong data-driven practices
- Lead performance management for instructional leadership (LKES or equivalent)
- Ensure instructional leaders have support and development to execute a strong K–8 academic program
- Foster a culture of instructional excellence across all grades
- Partner with the CFO to develop and manage a sustainable operating budget aligned to school priorities
- Ensure effective resource allocation across staffing, systems, time, and finances
- Provide regular financial reporting and strategic updates to the Board
- Oversee operational effectiveness and compliance; ensure strong internal systems
- Collaborate on identifying funding sources and long-term financial sustainability
- Represent and advocate for Ivy Prep Academy with authorizers, partners, donors, and the broader community
- Maintain a visible presence with families, students, staff, and stakeholders
- Partner with the board on the development and fundraising efforts to expand resources and advance the mission
- Strengthen partnerships that support student outcomes and organizational stability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders
- Strong leadership in a high-accountability environment with measurable outcomes
- Relationship-building and coalition-building skills
- Strategic planning and systems-building capability; ability to execute priorities effectively
- Strong political acumen and ability to navigate complexity
- Professionalism, integrity, and commitment to transparency
- Deep commitment to educational equity and high expectations for all scholars and staff
- Graduate degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, or related field required
- Minimum 5-7 years of leadership experience in education or a closely related field
- Proven experience leading high-performing teams and managing operations and strategy
- Prior experience as a Principal or comparable instructional leadership role strongly preferred
- Demonstrated understanding of effective K–8 academic systems
- Demonstrated success improving outcomes and cultivating a strong school culture
- Resume
- Cover letter (addressing mission alignment and leadership experience)
- Statement of leadership philosophy (optional but recommended)
Position open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer
Ivy Prep Academy is committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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