Superintendent of Schools

Superintendent of Schools Lead the Next Chapter of a Transformational Education Movement

Crossroads Charter Schools of Kansas City is on the brink of something bigand were looking for a bold equitydriven and communitycentered leader to take us there. As our founding superintendent transitions were seeking an exceptional successor to build on our strong foundation and help us become Missouris premier charter school system.

With three thriving campuses in the heart of downtown Kansas City a deeply committed leadership team and a powerful network of families educators and community partners we are ready to expand our impact deepen our innovation and raise the bar for public education statewide.

About Us: A Downtown Campus A Community School Spirit

Crossroads Charter Schools is a dynamic public charter school network serving students from diverse backgrounds with an unwavering commitment to:

• Belonging: Every student staff member and family is valued seen and heard.
  
  
• High Expectations: We set the bar highfor academic achievement and for ourselves.
  
  
• Creative Culture: We encourage innovative teaching joyful learning and authentic selfexpression.
  
  
• Real World Learning: Our neighborhood is our classroom. We partner with Kansas Citys businesses nonprofits and arts organizations to prepare students for the real worldbecause were already in it.

We operate three schools: Crossroads Academy Central Street (K6) Crossroads Academy Quality Hill (K5) and Crossroads Preparatory Academy (712) as well as community partnerships for prekindergarten students. Together our downtown urban campus is a hub for learning leadership and possibility.

The Opportunity: Grow With Us

This is not your typical superintendent role. As our next leader youll have the opportunity to:

• Inherit a healthy highperforming organization and take it to new heights.
  
  
• Collaborate with our outstanding principals and central office team who are deeply invested in our mission.
  
  
• Champion our students and staff ensuring equity rigor and joy in every classroom.
  
  
• Shape the next strategic plan in partnership with our engaged Board of Directors.
  
  
• Deepen and expand partnerships with civic business and philanthropic leaders across Kansas City.
  
  
• Drive longterm sustainability including fundraising initiatives and facilities renovations with over $10M in bond funding.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the superintendent reporting to the Board of Directors and executing the boardapproved strategic plan.
  
  
• Inspire support and manage a highfunctioning leadership team including the Assistant Superintendent Chief Operations Officer Chief Finance Officer and Development Manager.
  
  
• Act as Crossroads chief ambassadorrepresenting us to DESE funders media donors sponsors and community partners.
  
  
• Ensure academic excellence and continuous improvement across all schools.
  
  
• Oversee operations finance HR compliance facilities and organizational development.
  
  
• Lead innovation in instruction assessment professional development and realworld learning experiences.
  
  
• Prioritize student and staff belonging through respectful practices and strong school culture.
  
  
• Present regular reports to the board on progress toward academic financial and operational goals.
  
  
• Cultivate a culture of collaboration joy trust and accountability.
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• A transformational leader with 5 years of progressive leadership in education including roles as Superintendent Executive Director or senior leadership in a charter or public school system.
  
  
• A believer in the power of urban education and the untapped brilliance of every child.
  
  
• A systems thinker with operational knowhow and a proven ability to build sustainable structures.
  
  
• An exceptional communicator who builds trust with students families educators funders and civic leaders alike.
  
  
• A servant leader who centers belonging humility and excellence in everything you do.
  
  
• A relationshipbuilder with strong ties to (or eagerness to build ties with) Kansas Citys educational and civic community.
  
  
• You hold a Missouri Superintendent License (or equivalent) and preferably a Doctorate or Ed.S.

Why Crossroads

• MissionDriven Colleagues: Join a team that shows up with purpose and passion every day.
  
  
• Downtown Access: KCs arts business and civic spaces are our extended classrooms.
  
  
• Bold Vision: We dont just want to be good. We want to be greatfor our kids our city and the future.
  
  
• Community Roots: Were not just a school systemwere a community movement.
  
  

How to Apply

Submit your resume a cover letter and three references through our application portal at Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.