Executive Director

Job Title: Executive Director (ED)

Reports To: SVPS Governing Council (Board of Directors)

Position Type: Fulltime

Exempt Salary Range: Starting at $115000 commensurate with experience

Were seeking a visionary leader with GRIT Growth mindset Resilience Integrity and Tenacity to guide our charter school into its next chapter of innovation equity and excellence. If youre passionate about empowering students and building thriving school communities we want to hear from you.

The mission of South Valley Preparatory School (SVPS) is to provide a small safe and unique family learning community where students are prepared for high school and beyond. SVPS is built upon the principle of small learning communities which we believe is foundational in addressing the complex needs of the middle school student. Within our small learning community we loop students with the same core team of teachers for all three grades. We offer a unique learning experience that includes community partnerships athletic participation through the Charter School League and a free afterschool program focused on academic and enrichment opportunities.

Who We Serve:

State Charter School authorized by the Public Education Commission (PEC)

156 students (Enrollment cap of 210)

92% Hispanic population

20% are English Language Learners

23% qualify for Special Education Services

Community Eligible Program provides universal free breakfast and lunch (75% Free & Reduced Meal)

Identified as an ECECD AtRisk Site allows for free afterschool dinner for all students

JOB DESCRIPTION: South Valley Preparatory School (SVPS) seeks an extraordinary individual to guide the school continue its vision build on its inclusive community school model and lead the organization into the future. As the SVPS Charter School Executive Director you are also responsible for ensuring that students are meeting state standards in ELA math and science in addition to being part of a small safe and learning community. The Executive Director is responsible for the entire operation of the school and will directly manage a team of academic operations programs and community engagement professionals (1317person team). Youll work closely with all staff members providing training establishing performance requirements and evaluating teachers/staff. The Executive Director reports to the schools Governing Council and keeps them informed of legal and financial issues implements school improvements ensures policies align with the schools mission maintains/improves its overall rating and accreditation and enforces regulations at the local state and federal levels. The successful candidate will be a proven leader who creates a trusting and inclusive environment builds authentic relationships is an innovative problemsolver and will have demonstrated success in a similarly situated school or organization.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES: Educational Leadership

Advocate promote and execute the mission vision values goals and strategic objectives of SVPS

Serve as an Instructional Leader to include hosting staff meetings and professional development opportunities in alignment with the schools mission and goals

Implement and follow policies and procedures to ensure teachers and staff are held accountable for charter requirements and student academic achievement goals

Collaborate with the SVPS Governing Council staff and community in the strategic planning process

Build and maintain a culture of professional learning collective trust and shared responsibility

Promote interaction among families administration and staff to help families be more involved in the decisions about their childrens education

Incorporate enrichment activities that emphasize realworld learning and community problem solving Administrative and Operational Oversight

Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to and followed

Responsible for all daytoday school operations

Recruitment hiring and supervision of all staff including fulltime/parttime teachers and substitute teachers

Conduct formal and informal observations performance evaluations and coordinate additional teacher support and/or professional development Governance and Internal Relations

Serve as the educational leader representative and primary spokesperson to the NM Public Education Department (NMPED) and the Public Education Commission (PEC) on behalf of SVPS

Manage coordinate and collaborate to ensure all safety protocols and processes are followed

Collaborate with the SVPS Governing Council to ensure progress is made toward implementing the approved charter and meeting the goal defined in the Performance Framework/Charter Contract

Coordinate with the Business Manager to ensure the proper use and reporting of public funds and to provide financial information to the SVPS Governing Council

Collaborate with SVPS staff to implement the schools Student Discipline Policy and maintain an appropriate and orderly educational environment Budget and Development

Assist in preparing the annual budget for approval by the Governing Council and Public Education Department

Manage the schools overall budget in accordance with all state and federal laws and regulations

Present the budget to the Governing Council school community parents and appropriate stakeholders

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Establish a safe and inclusive environment for all students families and staff to include mental and physical health services to support student success

Create and maintain a positive and cooperative relationship with all staff teachers parents community members and SVPS stakeholders

Assist with emergency situations as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

Valid NM Administrative License as outlined by the NM Public Education Department

Masters degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Proven experience as the head administrator of a statechartered or districtauthorized charter school

Passion knowledge and enthusiasm for communities served by the school specifically the South Valley and East San Jose neighborhood

Organizational leadership experience with a proven record of success in leading crossfunctional teams to achieve ambitious results

Strong strategic thinking and planning skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively

Exceptional communication skills and ability to motivate staff parents community leaders stakeholders etc.

Experience forming cultivating and expanding partnerships with key constituents in the public and private sectors such as foundations individuals and government agencies

Strong financial acumen and ability to collaborate with SVPSs Business Manager for budgeting audit processes investment oversight and financial reporting.

Knowledge of local state and federal laws and policies that apply to charter schools

Utmost personal integrity that balances a strong commitment to transparency with necessary confidentiality in sensitive matters

An unwavering dedication to establishing and maintaining positive respectful relationships with students staff parents and community members

Must be consistently present and available on campus throughout the school year while balancing the need to connect with and be visible at required NMPED and PEC related meetings and events.

Preferred:

Knowledge and experience leading a state or locally authorized charter school

Experience working with a Board of Directors

Experience using SharePoint NM Elevate/Canvas Unified Application NSLP/CACFP claims portal NM Dash and other portals

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones copiers filing cabinets etc. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand walk sit (at desk 75% of the day) climb stairs and perform small maintenance tasks as needed. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Talking and hearing are essential for communications and visual acuity essential for reading.

SALARY & BENEFITS: South Valley Preparatory School provides a competitive salary and is committed to sponsoring a comprehensive benefits package which includes Health & Welfare Benefits for employees (Medical/Rx/Dental/Vision). SVPS is a participating New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority (NMPSIA) entity. In addition we offer Life Insurance Longterm Disability Personal and Sick Leave Benefits and support for Professional Development opportunities. SVPS is a participating entity in the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB). All employees are required by law to contribute to NMERB. SVPS offers additional benefits and retirement plan options through other partner agencies.

Required Experience:

Director