Assistant School Director 2025-26

School Year: 202526Position: Assistant School DirectorCampus: United Elementary 17th St.Grade(s): Kindergarten5th GradeReports to: School Director United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008 it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each United campus is an open enrollment public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover the mission of all United campuses is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education while maintaining our vision: For every child an open door. United currently operates two highperforming elementary schools (K5 and two highperforming middle schools 68 that serve more than 800 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement. Position DescriptionAt United Schools the Assistant School Director (ASD) position is an opportunity for passionate educators to help lead a United campus under the direction of the School Director. The ASD typically focuses on either Academics or Culture & Operations but there is significant overlap in responsibilities between the two tracks. Assistant School Directors focused on Academics work to ensure thoughtful curriculum development and rigorous instruction and assessment while managing instructional staff. Assistant School Directors focused on Culture & Operations lead schoolbased operations and culture teams and are tasked with building and maintaining a positive and joyful school culture. In both cases ASDs utilize data intelligently to continually improve the school and better serve students and families. Assistant School Directors operate with a constancy of purpose aligned with the mission and vision of United Schools.Joining Our TeamUnited Core Traits: MissionDriven. Team members believe deeply in the United mission: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education. Growth Mindset. Team members believe in their ability and the ability of all students to grow and improve. RelationshipDriven. Team members get proximate to students families and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom. Conscientiousness. Team members are professional reliable diligent and pay attention to detail. Emotionally Constant. Team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities.Qualifications: Holds a B.A./B.S. degree; advanced degree preferred. Has a combination of at least five years of proven school leadership and teaching experience in urban settings with an emphasis on datadriven instruction and demonstrable gains in student achievement.Knowledge and Skills: Is committed to using datadriven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes. Is relentless in writing refining and internalizing curriculum lessons and assessments. Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members. Communicates effectively with students families and colleagues. Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.Terms of Employment Although this position will begin June 9 2025 applications will be considered immediately. This is a fulltime position. Report times are typically Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. although some jobrelated tasks can be expected outside of these hours. Salary: The starting salary for a new Assistant School Director with a Bachelors degree is $75000. The starting salary for other applicants will depend on professional experience and education level. Benefits: Medical dental vision life and disability coverage Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS). All United campuses are Equal Opportunity Employers.Apply online at unitedschoolsnetwork/join.

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