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Position Summary Executive Director to provide instructional, operational, administrative, business, and strategic leadership and serve under the policy direction of the School Board and in accordance with Federal and State laws. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall and effective operation of the school, for advising, making recommendations to the Board of Directors, as well as fostering mentorship at all levels. At PACT, the Executive Director is more than a school leader and manager who helps transform children’s lives by creating opportunities for a brighter future. PACT school leaders are responsible for ensuring all of our students achieve high levels of academic success. A leader proven track record of excellence in school leadership and management and is committed to leading with determination, integrity and purpose, and embodies these essential qualities: Core Competencies and Knowledge *Strategic Leadership oFits the unique culture of PACT, Charter Schools, K-12 or has been in similar setting. oFocused on the mission to sustain and build on the PACT K-12 school model and culture. oPossess transformational and servant leadership style. oModel shared leadership and decision-making strategies. oFormulate strategic plans and goals with staff and community. oDemonstrates the ability to implement change or educational reform. *Instructional Leadership oUnderstands issues affecting education. oDemonstrates the ability to enhance teaching and learning through curriculum assessment and strategic planning for all learners. oTurns best practices into high quality, goal-driven results. oSuccessfully implements curriculum programs. oPursuits high academic student achievement and excellence. oBuilds and leads high performance teams. *Managerial Leadership oPossesses knowledge of Federal, State, and local requirements for K-12 charter school law preferred. oIs proactive and takes initiative, to drive projects to completion. oThinks creatively. oOrganizes and manages multiple priorities. *Cultural Leadership oDemonstrates leadership by collaboratively assessing and improving culture and climate. oServes as spokesperson for the welfare of all learners in a multicultural context. oDemonstrates the ability to develop plans that connect every student with a school adult, eliminates bullying and profiling, and implements recommended threat assessment procedures. *Communications Leadership oPossesses excellent communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating and influencing. oBuilds relationships with staff through encouragement, support, and compassion. oExhibits strong conflict management and listening skills *School Community Leadership oSets priorities in the context of stakeholder needs. oExhibits an understanding of schools districts as a political system, including governance models. oDemonstrates the ability to involve stakeholders in the development of educational policy. oDemonstrates the ability to align constituencies in support of priorities and builds coalitions for programmatic and financial support. *Ethical and Professional Leadership oEmbodies strong character and integrity. oDevelops, adjusts and implements policy to meet local, State, and Federal requirements and constitutional provisions, standards, and regulatory applications. oDemonstrates understanding of the administration of employee contracts, benefits, and financial accounts. oLeads by example with passion, contagious enthusiasm, and positivity and helps staff achieve their personal and professional best as their coach and mentor through a growth mindset. Reports To: Board of Directors