JOB TITLE:Chief Learning Officer

Days per Year:226

Min: $158690

Mid: $191194

REPORTS TO:Superintendent of Schools

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Exempt

PAY GRADE:AM 11

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Chief Learning Officer (CLO) is a visionary executive leader responsible for aligning the Districts academic strategy and campus leadership to ensure equitable high-quality learning experiences for all students providing seamless leadership across curriculum instruction talent development school improvement student support systems and athletics.

As a core member of the Superintendents Senior Leadership Team the CLO drives districtwide learning excellence by leading the development implementation and continuous refinement of instructional programs professional learning school leadership practices and extracurricular engagement. This leader ensures that every school is led by strong principals that every classroom delivers rigorous and relevant instruction and that student outcomes drive all decisions.

All employees are expected to act with integrity support organizational goals communicate clearly and respectfully champion the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Masters Degree in Education Educational Leadership Curriculum & Instruction or a related field from an accredited institution
• Texas Mid-Management Principal or Superintendent Certification
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in K-12 education including roles in both campus and central administration

Preferred:

• Doctorate in Education or related field
• Experience in diverse urban or high-growth school districts
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Deep understanding of curriculum instruction assessment and school leadership best practices
• Proven success in driving student achievement and closing opportunity gaps across diverse populations
• Understanding of UIL regulations and the role of extracurricular activities in student engagement and achievement
• Ability to manage complex systems and lead cross-functional teams toward a common instructional vision
• Skilled in using data to drive decisions monitor progress and ensure accountability
• Strong knowledge of state and federal education laws including accountability systems (AF ratings ESSA HB3)
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to develop leadership capacity across all levels of the organization
• Experience managing large budgets and aligning resources to instructional priorities
• Collaborative leadership style that promotes shared ownership and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale academic and leadership initiatives across multiple school levels

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Strategic Leadership and Oversight

• Set the Districts academic vision and learning goals in alignment with the Superintendents strategic plan and Board priorities
• Oversee all instructional and campus leadership departments including Curriculum and Instruction Special Education CTE Fine Arts Athletics and School Leadership
• Ensure alignment and coherence across all academic initiatives from early childhood to postsecondary readiness
• Lead strategic planning processes for school improvement principal development and instructional innovation
• Collaborate with cabinet members to support integrated planning between academics operations student support services and accountability

Instructional Excellence and Program Development

• Ensure high-quality curriculum development instructional materials adoption and assessment systems across all grade levels and content areas
• Monitor instructional program effectiveness and lead the design and implementation of improvements
• Promote workforce readiness by supporting the expansion and innovation of CTE Fine Arts Athletics and enrichment programs
• Collaborate with relevant departments to meet the needs of students with disabilities English learners and gifted and talented populations

Campus Leadership and School Support

• Supervise and evaluate Assistant Superintendents of School Leadership
• Supervise and evaluate the Director of Athletics to ensure alignment of athletic programs with student engagement and achievement goals
• Build systems of principal coaching evaluation and talent development aligned with District learning goals
• Ensure that all campuses receive differentiated supports and interventions aligned with performance data
• Lead the identification recruitment and retention of high-impact school leaders
• Establish structures that empower principals as instructional leaders while maintaining high standards of accountability

Data-Driven Decision-Making and Accountability

• Collaborate with the Chief of Innovation and Student Support Services to use data effectively for continuous improvement
• Lead regular reviews of student achievement data including disaggregation by student group to guide program adjustments and interventions
• Monitor campus performance metrics and ensure responsiveness to accountability ratings state requirements and strategic goals
• Champion a culture of learning innovation and high expectations grounded in evidence and impact

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Serve as the Superintendents designee in communicating academic and school leadership priorities to internal and external audiences
• Build strong relationships with principals teachers families and community partners to foster shared responsibility for student success
• Ensure effective two-way communication between central office departments and school campuses
• Promote public confidence in the Districts learning strategy and support board reporting related to academics and school performance

Operational and Financial Stewardship

• Manage and align budgets related to curriculum instruction school leadership athletics and grant-funded initiatives (e.g. Perkins Title I)
• Ensure effective use of human financial and material resources in support of academic priorities
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities and partnerships that expand access to high-quality learning experiences

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical demands:
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require physical mobility standing prolonged sitting some lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling. This position also requires frequent travel within the district and occasional travel across the state.

Mental demands:
Ability to solve problems and manage high-stakes fast-paced situations; ability to interpret diverse data sets and apply research-based practices; ability to manage competing priorities and apply leadership discretion under pressure; ability to maintain emotional control and professionalism under stress. Extended work hours may be required.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

Chief