Executive Director of Programming

Rocky Mountain Prep is a diverse and dynamic community of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to reimagining what excellent public education looks like in Colorado. We are a network of 12 rigorous and loving schools serving children from 12 weeks through 12th grade across the Denver metro area. Grounded in our PEAK values—Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness—we work relentlessly to ensure every student, especially those historically marginalized by systemic inequities, is prepared to thrive in college, career, and life.

At RMP, we draw strength from the diversity of our racial, cultural, linguistic, and lived experiences, equity is our commitment, and inclusion is our daily practice. We believe that by combining high expectations with deep belonging, we can create joyful, affirming spaces where every child and adult can realize their full potential.

The Executive Director of Programming is a senior instructional leader responsible for driving academic excellence across Rocky Mountain Prep’s schools. This leader sets the vision and strategy for curricula across the network and ensures that curriculum, assessment, and instructional systems support strong early literacy, mathematics, and foundational learning outcomes for all students. The Executive Director partners closely with the Chief Achievement Officer, Executive Directors of Schools, and school leaders to ensure coherence and quality in academic programming.

The role is responsible for designing and maintaining robust academic systems and supporting principals and instructional leaders in implementing them effectively.

The Big Five Goals for 26‑27

• Student Achievement:
  Rigorous, measurable academic progress for every student. As measured by: 60% average proficiency on high stakes testing (CMAS, PSAT) taken in Spring 2027;
  No schools earn an orange or red rating on the Colorado School Performance Framework for 27‑28.
• Financial Sustainability:
  Strong enrollment, sound budgets, and operational health. As measured by:
  The families of 5,100 students choose Rocky Mountain Prep as measured by October Count; $4MM in total philanthropic gifts for 26‑27.
• Parent Satisfaction:
  Families are partners. As measured by: 90% regular attendance (no more than 10% of students are chronically absent).
• Staff Engagement & Enablement:
  Retained, motivated educators are the most direct lever. As measured by: 75% annual retention (July 1 2026 to July 1 2027).
• Student Persistence — Health & Wellness:
  Health, wellness, and belonging keep students present and progressing. As measured by: 90% persistence (September 1 2026 to September 1 2027).

• Lead the development and implementation of Rocky Mountain Prep’s network-wide academic strategy.
• Define and maintain a clear vision for excellent instruction across grade levels and content areas.
• Ensure academic priorities support strong early literacy, numeracy, and foundational skill development.
• Continuously evaluate and refine academic programs to ensure they drive strong student learning outcomes.

• Oversee the selection, development, and implementation of high-quality curriculum across schools.
• Utilize AI tools to ensure access and high‑stakes testing alignment for on‑the‑ground teachers.
• Ensure strong alignment between curriculum, assessments, and instructional practices.
• Lead the design and implementation of common assessments that measure student progress and inform instruction.
• Establish clear instructional expectations and systems that support consistent academic rigor across classrooms.

• Partner with Executive Directors of Schools to strengthen principals’ instructional leadership, particularly in ELAR and math instruction.
• Support the development of assistant principals and instructional leaders who coach teachers.
• Ensure school leaders have the tools, training, and support necessary to drive strong instructional outcomes.

• Develop Arc of the Year for Data and Assessment and ensure key touch points for reflecting on data…