Description
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve.
The Schools Team is chiefly responsible for bringing about the vision of our Rocketship network in helping to build, refine, and support excellent schools, instruction, and parent engagement within the school community.
This individual will be a key strategic leader on the Schools Team and will directly manage 2-5 of our transformational principals. In this role, the Director of Schools (DOS) will ensure that Rocketship schools remain a model for instructional excellence both in regards to student outcomes on multiple measures (literacy, math, science, social-emotional, etc.) as well as continuing to serve ALL students.
Key responsibilities:
- Serve as a strategic leader within the Schools Team
- Manage and mentor 2-5 principals, fostering high standards of instructional excellence and student achievement across multiple disciplines
- Maintain a culture focused on student-first outcomes, supporting school leaders, teachers, and staff
- Conduct regular assessments with principals to align school targets with strategic objectives
- Oversee the development and execution of strategic plans across schools, ensuring achievement of educational and operational targets
- Spearhead professional development initiatives, enhancing staff capabilities in instructional strategies and family engagement
- Strengthen parent involvement in school activities, ensuring schools foster welcoming environments for families
- Handle escalated school issues, maintaining a responsive and effective resolution process
- Lead school-level hiring processes in partnership with the national Talent team
- Guide recruitment, ensuring a balance of skills and expertise across the school network
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Principal in a high-performing charter or district school
- Additional 2-4 years in a teaching role with a proven track record of achieving strong educational outcomes
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Education or related field preferred
- Experience and demonstrated track record in managing principals/schools towards high student achievement outcomes preferred