Deputy Superintendent - Academic Services

Position Type:

Superintendent`s

Office/Deputy Superintendent Date Posted:

5/13/2026

Location:

Instructional Support Center Job Code:

Deputy Superintendent - 020235

Standard Hours:

40

Department:

Academic Services - 222265

Empl Class:

NA License and Certification Qualifications:

Must hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator\'s Certificate in Educational Leadership and/or Support Personnel License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission required

Education Qualifications:

Master\'s Degree in related field requiredDoctoral Degree in related field preferred

Experience Qualifications:

10+ years of educational leadership management experience required (both school principal and central office management desirable) required

Skills Qualifications:

Knowledge of teaching and learning processesKnowledge of organization and management theory and practiceKnowledge and commitment to decentralized decision making and accountability for results that facilitate planning and creative processes toward achievement of district expected resultsAbility to work and communicate effectively with people to focus resources (both human and financial) toward the achievement of district-identified goalsDemonstrated success working with and through people in establishing goals, objectives and action plans consistent with district goalsAbility to facilitate group processes in consensus building, conflict resolution, solution planning and decision-makingUnderstands that quality teaching and learning are the essential processes and product of public schools and has the ability to focus human and financial resources to support this end

Primary Responsibilities:

The Deputy Superintendent serves as a senior executive leader of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), reporting directly to the Superintendent. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and instructional direction to ensure the district fulfills its mission of pursuing excellence for all students. The Deputy Superintendent partners with the Superintendent, Board of Education, and senior leaders to advance the district\'s strategic plan, promote organizational coherence, and support schools in achieving high levels of student success. Strategic Leadership Provide strategic counsel and collaborative leadership to the Superintendent and the organization on all matters impacting district performance.

Champion a culture of continuous quality improvement by supporting systems that enhance organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and coherence.

Ensure that practices are data informed, equity focused, and designed to strengthen outcomes for students, staff, and the community.

Anticipate and address district needs by monitoring educational trends, policies, and research, ensuring GCPS remains a national model of excellence.

Champion high-quality, equitable, and evidence based instructional practices to ensure student achievement and growth.

Collaborate with divisional leaders to ensure schools are supported with the resources and expertise necessary to meet diverse student needs. Leadership Attributes Visionary leader with a demonstrated commitment to equity and excellence.

Strategic thinker who balances long-term priorities with operational realities.

Skilled relationship builder who fosters trust with the Board of Education, community, and staff.

Data driven decision maker who prioritizes transparency and accountability.

Inspiring leader who motivates teams to achieve ambitious goals on behalf of students.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.