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School: Provost Academy Colorado

Job Title: Executive Director

Category: Full-time

Classification: Administrator/School Leadership, Operations/Business Office/Administrative, Business/Economics

Work Year: 2010-2011

Job Description:

Job Summary:
The Executive Director will manage the oversight of the operations of the school and ensure that the school’s mission and vision are upheld. The Executive Director will oversee all school operations and be responsible for all state reports and school performance. The Executive Director will manage all board meetings and prepare content for board meetings, as well as be responsible for the budget and other district financial reports and accountability. He/she will be responsible for recommending salaries, raises, promotions and terminations to the Board and will make the final decision on personnel issues. The Executive Director will communicate all necessary information to the Board of Directors and to the Colorado Department of Education. Evening and weekend hours will also be required in order to communicate with families and staff members on an as-needed basis.

Location: Provost Academy Colorado (PACOL)

Main Responsibilities:
• Academic Achievement
o Establish high expectations for student achievement and communicate these expectations through a variety of methods (newsletters, presentations, memos) to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis
o Use the Marks System to monitor and analyze program effectiveness and identify areas needing improvement and intervention
o Communicate academic progress to stakeholders on a quarterly basis and provide an annual summary to the Board of Directors and the State Department of Education
o Monitor and evaluate staff through the Marks and Gradebook Systems to ensure quality instruction and student achievement
o Lead curriculum development activities that increase staff expertise and knowledge
o Ensure that continuous improvement is guided by student academic standards; school performance standards; and concrete data from Provost, state, and local assessments
o Ensure that continuous improvement processes address the achievement of all students.

• School Oversight and Operations
o Develop and implement the mission and vision of the school
o Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and policies
o Submit all reports to the State Department of Education and Board of Directors in an accurate and timely manner
o Assist in the selection and hiring of personnel based on ability, qualifications, past performance and school needs
o Follow the Colorado ADEPT Guidelines for evaluating staff members
o Provide leadership in identifying and solving issues and problems facing the Provost Academy program
o Facilitate communication and build professional relationships with the Board of Directors through phone calls, email, memos, meeting agendas, reports, presentations, and handout materials
o Oversee day-to-day operations of the school and manage problems in a timely manner
o Lead staff meetings and communicate frequently with staff members

• Fiscal Viability
o Coordinate with the Business Manger to follow the school budget and meet all financial obligations
o Submit all financial reports and records in an accurate and timely manner
o Manage and oversee the student recruitment and enrollment program
• Growth and Development of the Company
o Participate in strategic planning meetings to discuss growth and development opportunities for Provost academies
o Promote positive relationships with stakeholders in communities across the state

• Professional Knowledge
o Demonstrate knowledge of state standards, testing requirements, and graduation requirements across core content and electives
o Evaluate progress toward instructional goals and make adjustments in order to meet these goals
o Participation in professional activities and organizations

• Maintenance of the Virtual Academy Learning Environment
o Commit to the use of cutting-edge technology
o Build community by contributing to school message boards, newsletter and events
o Communicate with colleagues and supervisors on a regular basis
o Maintain confidentiality as required by the company and by law

Background:
• Colorado Secondary School Principal Certification
• Masters Degree in Administration/Academic Leadership
• Minimum seven years school leadership experience
• Experience teaching or participating in an e-learning/online learning course preferred
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Proficiency with multimedia communication tools, such as discussion boards, web logs, email, instant messaging and audio podcasts
• Ability and availability to travel within the state approximately two days per week and to other states every few months
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Application Instructions:

Contact person/email: Geri Kalinsky at Geri.Kalinsky@edisonlearning.com

Date Posted: 2009-12-01

Provost Academy Colorado Profile

Address

Provost Academy Colorado
7730 E. Belleview Ave
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Contact Information

Web Site: http://www.co.provostacademy.com/
Phone: (303)770-1240
Email: info.co@provostacademy.com

School Info

Authorizer: Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI)
Year Opened: 2010
County: El Paso
District: Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI)
Region: Pikes Peak
Grade Levels: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12
Enrollment: 365
Educational Program: EdisonLearning , Online

Description

Provost Academy is an online public high school serving students in grades 9 through 12. Provost Academy is uniquely designed to address student needs on an individual basis. We are backed by EdisonLearning, one of the most experienced teams of educational innovators in the industry with almost 20 years of proven experience driving academic results in the K-12 classroom. Text ONLINE to 84444 for more information.