The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous experience in:

• Creating a customer-focused climate to provide quality services and support to schools and the community. Prioritizes family and community engagement across all schools.
• Functioning as a “face of the district,” while developing strong community partners through intentional outreach and high visibility at school and community events.
• Understanding and communicating the state accountability framework and school grading report card.
• Developing and implementing long and short term plans, goals, and objectives for the Learning Community focused on improving overall student achievement and post-secondary readiness.
• Understanding and utilizing McREL Balanced Leadership Framework to support principals and improve school performance.
• Providing leadership to school principals in all matters related to the areas of implementing successful instructional programs, school organization, and school management.
• Facilitating the school-based administration and communication of policies and programs.
• Aligning school improvement efforts and professional support with the HCS Strategic Plan.
• Evaluating best practices in conjunction with developing and preparing recommendations to improve efficiency and system-wide continuous improvement.
• Appling research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning process.
• Administering the curriculum and instruction budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Adhering to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Using computers and other technology to enter and access information related to essential job functions.
• May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Education/Experience:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in the appropriate field; Specialist or Doctorate degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years previous experience in school administration or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Tennessee teaching certification preferred.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members.
• Knowledge and experience using data-driven decision making that ensures high quality professional development for school administrators and system leaders.

Compensation:
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.