OverviewThe Chief Academic Officer (CAO) serves as a key member of the leadership team for the Agency of Education and State of Vermont. This role is responsible for developing and implementing statewide academic strategies to ensure equitable access to highquality education for all students. The CAO will lead efforts to improve curriculum standards instructional practices and student achievement outcomes collaborating with State Agencies and Departments educators administrators and stakeholders to advance the states educational goals.Strategic LeadershipSupport the implementation of a comprehensive academic vision and strategy aligned with state education priorities.Lead the design evaluation and continuous improvement of academic policies programs and initiatives to promote student achievement and equity.Provide guidance on the adoption and implementation of rigorous and inclusive curriculum standards.(Lead the planning implementation and evaluation of Vermonts ESSA plan and ensure purposeful integration with other State academic strategies. Curriculum Instruction and AssessmentOversee the development and refinement of state curriculum frameworks instructional resources and assessment tools.Ensure alignment between curriculum instruction and state accountability systems.Promote evidencebased instructional practices that meet the needs of diverse learners including English learners students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students. Stakeholder EngagementBuild and maintain collaborative relationships with school districts Independent schools and educationbased organizations.Develop or facilitate professional development opportunities for educators and administrators to support effective implementation of academic initiatives.Serve as a visible and effective advocate for public education representing the Agency at local state and national levels. DataDriven Decision MakingUse data and analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and policies.Identify and address gaps in student performance across demographic groups ensuring targeted interventions are implemented.Monitor and report on progress toward achieving statewide academic goals. Leadership and ManagementSupervise and support teams responsible for curriculum instruction assessments and educator development.Oversee budgets and resources allocated to academic programs ensuring efficient and equitable use of funds.Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the Agency of Education.Who May ApplyThis position Chief Academic Officer (Job Requisition #52367 is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position please contact Courtney OBrien at
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