Regional Superintendent of Instruction

Job Description

We are always looking for excellent school leadership talent. While this is not an immediate opening, we welcome your application to begin the conversation about future opportunities that may arise.

To build more high performing schools, we need senior instructional leaders to commit themselves to the most urgent and exciting work of our time! Regional Superintendents of Instruction at Uncommon Schools serve as vitally important leaders in our organization and help drive the success of our schools and principals. They oversee instructional and academic programs for groups of schools within the Uncommon Schools network and are accountable for developing principals and for the student success and achievement within their schools.

As a Regional Superintendent of Instruction at Uncommon Schools, you will oversee instruction and manage and support a group of Principals. The Regional Superintendent of Instruction is a full-time employee, hired, supported, and evaluated by the Chief Schools Officer. Your responsibilities will include the following :

Management of Academic Program :

• Using data and daily observations, partner with Principals to constantly evaluate and improve instruction, teacher training, curriculum implementation, assessments, and other aspects of schools' academic programs and culture;
• Partner with Principals to build a positive culture with staff, students, and families;
• Support Principals to plan and implement summer and school-year training and professional development for teachers;
• Support Principals to oversee hiring of teachers and other school staff.

Management and Development of Principals and Instructional Leaders :

Management of Regional and Organization-wide Instruction :

Execution of Uncommon’s Mission and Vision :

Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of experience as a school principal in a high-performing urban public school is required;

Additional Information

Our people are what makes us Uncommon.  We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise.  Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position :   Candidates who meet all job description requirements will likely receive an offer of 153,600.  The starting compensation for this role based in New York City is between $153,600 to 177,050.  The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, tenure with Uncommon Schools, and work location. To receive an offer at the top of the range, candidates will need significant experience beyond job description requirements.  Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.  Please note : ranges may differ for staff who work from a location other than New York City.

We offer competitive compensation  and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.

Other Benefits :

403(b) retirement savings program employer match

Fully paid parental leave

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.

Salary : $153,600 - $177,050