Head of School

Head Of School

Founders Classical Academy Online

The Head Of School (HOS) serves as the operational and administrative leader of the virtual school. In conjunction with the leadership team, The HOS is responsible for the implementation and achievement of the school's academic vision, student advancement and daily operations within the school. The HOS will work collaboratively to ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures involving professional development, teacher quality assessment, curriculum, and pedagogical advancement.

Eligibility:
Open to residents of Texas

Provide leadership exhibiting professionalism and high academic standards that celebrate student and staff achievements

Manage and lead the school leadership team in the day-to-day operation of the school

Collaborate with the School Board on implementation of school vision and mission, school decisions and policy creation

Oversee Career Technical Education programming to implement unique career pathways such as Arts/AV, IT, Business, Health Science, skilled trades, work-based learning, and post-secondary opportunities

Collaborate with industry and higher education partners to execute post-secondary opportunities for students

Manage regulatory complexities and political sensitivities with the board, state department of education, and local, state, and national political stakeholders

Develop plans and policies for the educational program and ensures policies and programs are carried out appropriately by all students, parents, and staff

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws

Collaborate in the development and management of the school budget with the ACCEL Finance team

Oversee implementation of the school marketing and enrollment plans directed by ACCEL to achieve and maintain enrollment capacity

Serve as public relations liaison between ACCEL and the school community; engage community and civic groups to support school programs and the school community

Ensure school program are in alignment with authorizing agency requirements

Effectively recruit, hire, and retain highly qualified staff; develop effective staff members through an ongoing evaluation process and professional development

Create and foster a positive school culture by involving school staff, community leaders, students and parents

Serve as the school's instructional leader and ensure data is being used to drive all academic decisions

Ensure teaching staff implements the instructional model, curriculum, supplemental curriculum, effective assessments, and targeted instruction to meet the individual needs of each student in collaboration with national team members

Ensure maintenance of school census data, attendance data, and other reporting requirements as mandated by the state and/or school sponsor

Coordinate school level response to any audits

Ensure school and office security and emergency plans meet requirements

Coordinate school technology efforts and make recommendations for improvement in collaboration with national team

Maintain current knowledge of state specific school report card/accountability components and ensure all needed programming is in place to support achievement of those components

Ensure creation and consistent review/updating of parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks.

Effectively communicate the school's mission and vision and solicit input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs

Engage and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications, involving parents, wherever possible in the life of the school

Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards

Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities

Coordinate special projects, such as peer mentoring, service learning and community involvement

Ensure student orientation and onboarding programs meet the needs of students, family, and staff

Conduct home visits as needed

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