Superintendent - Cumberland Academy

Cumberland Academy is a tuition free charter school and strives to achieve student success by providing innovative technology to develop 21st century skills and fostering an appreciation of the arts. Current student enrollment: 1,985 students.

Summary:

Act as the educational leader and chief executive officer of the school, responsible for the effective execution of policies adopted by the school’s Board of Directors. Assume administrative responsibility for the planning, operation, supervision and evaluation of the education programs, services, and facilities of the school and for the annual appraisal of school staff.

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Be informed about all aspects of the instructional program and ensure that there is a continuous focus on improving student academic performance.

· Work with staff, board, and community to plan curriculum.

· Develop, evaluate, and revise the school improvement plan annually with the assistance of appropriate staff.

· Prepare reports and assist the board in evaluating the effectiveness of school programs.

· Demonstrate skill in anticipating, managing, and resolving conflict.

· Provide for two-way communication with school personnel.

· Conduct periodic evaluations of all programs and operations to determine improvements needed to reach goals of school-wide and campus improvement plans.

· Promote goal-oriented performance and support the achievement of campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators).

· Recommend the number and types of positions needed to carry out school functions effectively and organize the school’s central administration.

· Promote a positive work environment that fosters high staff morale and excellence.

· Employ non-contractual personnel. Recommend contractual personnel for employment.

· Assign and reassign all personnel. Exercise final authority over transfer of educators due to enrollment shifts or program changes.

· Define the duties of all personnel.

· Direct and supervise the staff evaluation program.

· Initiate the termination or suspension of employees or nonrenewal of term-contract personnel.

· Dismiss non-contractual personnel.

· Serve as liaison between the board and staff.

· Develop and recommend pay systems, pay increases, or pay adjustments for personnel.

· Support all professional development activities.

· Be informed of developments in state, federal, and local laws and changes in public policy affecting education.

· Develop administrative procedures and regulations to manage school operations and implement policies adopted by the board.

· Accurately prepare and submit in a timely manner all reports required by the board, the Texas

· Education Agency, and other federal and state agencies and any records subpoenaed by a court of law.

· Prepare and submit annual proposed budget to the board.

· Direct and supervise all financial accounting and ensure that funds are spent in accordance with the approved budget and managed effectively.

· Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal requirements.

· Ensure that the school facilities are properly maintained and that adequate provision is made for the safety of students, employees, and other users of school facilities.

· Monitor school property, casualty, and workers’ compensation loss experience to ensure that appropriate risk management and loss control strategies are employed.

· Ensure a favorable education environment through the implementation of an equitable and effective system of student discipline management.

· Work with staff, board, and community to plan and implement support services for students.

· Develop and implement effective communication between the schools and community. Promote community support and involvement with the schools.

· Represent the school in activities involving other school systems, institutions, agencies, and professional or community groups.

· Formulate, with the board, an annual professional development plan and assist the board in designing a process for evaluating the superintendent’s performance.

· Pursue professional development through reading, attending conferences, and involvement with related agencies or organizations.

· Assist the board in identifying individual and team training needs and in arranging training opportunities.

· Prepare board agendas and meeting materials in cooperation with the board president.

· Attend and participate in all board meetings except closed meetings from which the superintendent is excluded.

· Keep the board continuously informed on issues, needs, and operations of the school.

· Recommend policies to the board for adoption and oversee the implementation of adopted policies.

· Exercise discretion and judgment in matters not covered by board policy.

· Interpret board policies to the staff and community and implement them accordingly.

· Serve as custodian of all board minutes and records.

· Communicate with the school’s attorney on matters in litigation or matters potentially in litigation except as otherwise directed by the board.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Exercise general supervision over all campuses. Maintain authority over all school employees and over programs they are responsible for implementing. Be accountable to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

· Master’s degree in educational administration

· Valid Texas superintendent certificate or other appropriate certification, preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Thorough knowledge of school law, school finance, and curriculum and instruction

· Ability to manage budget and personnel

· Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

· Exceptional organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

· Five years of leadership experience in school administration

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location