Director of K12 Schools

Director of K12 Schools Gresham, OR Job Details $149,117 - $167,832 a year 22 hours ago Qualifications Community engagement Master's degree in education Educational Administration 5 years Faculty collaboration Complaint handling Master's degree Master's degree in educational administration Instructional leadership in education Working with middle schoolers Decision making Overseeing academic personnel management Typing Budget management in education Practicing budget management in an educational setting School policy and procedure enforcement Senior level Master of Criminal Justice Communication skills Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description JobID:

3434

Position Type:

Administrative/Director of School and Student Success Date Posted:

4/7/2026

Location:

District Office Date Available:

07/01/2026 Director of K-12 Schools District Wide 240 days,

Probationary Contract Compensation:

Based on 2026-2027 Admin Salary Schedule, $149,117 - 167,832 plus benefit package

Start Date:

7/1/2026 This position is not part of a bargaining unit

Application Deadline:

4/22/26. Apply through gbsdjobs.com Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, the Director of Schools provides oversight to elementary, middle, and high schools. This position provides organizational and operational leadership for building administrators, school leaders, students, staff, and community stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, Experience, Licensure, and Certification License and evidence of insurability Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an education discipline, preferably in school administration An Oregon Administrative License or qualifications to receive one are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience as a building principal

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE

Director of Schools is a strong leader with high ethical standards who focuses on developing extraordinary school leaders and programs, understands and models cultural competence, and is a highly skilled communicator who creates connections with staff, students, families, and community partners.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Providing leadership to school leaders using articulated and measurable standards; advancing the district's vision for supervision and support for professional administrators in site management; ensuring a positive climate for staff that values shared decision making, and fosters innovation, collegiality, and ethical leadership; supporting and implementing the District's Equity Policy. Collaborating with the Teaching and Learning Department in strengthening the instructional practices of professional educators; ensuring a culture of high expectation for students, which provides equitable access to high-quality and culturally relevant instruction; establishing and monitoring site-based implementation of the operational and instructional vision and focused plans for improving student achievement while narrowing the disparities between the highest and lowest performing students.

Coaching and supervising administrators:

As a component of the position, the Director meets with administrators to effectively support them in the District. In this role, support is provided with the use of the evaluation system, timelines, and essential evaluation-related forms, as well as district-wide systems and the regular challenges of leading a building.

Investigations:

works closely with the Human Resources Department and supports building principals and assistant principals in the complaint process and staff investigations. This includes providing support with contractual language, organizing and structuring investigations, and completing summary documents related to the complaint process.

Athletics and Activities Oversight:

Provides oversight and support to building leaders for 6-12 grade athletics and activities, including budget management, Title IX compliance, complaint resolution, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Serves as a liaison between the district and community athletic/activities organizations. Coordination with our Safety and Security department to support and manage school events and ensure comprehensive safety protocols are in place for all school-sponsored activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to: Sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time Talk and hear conversations Use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive movement such as keyboarding Reach for and handle objects Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Regularly focus on a computer screen Bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 15-45 pounds may also be required on occasion

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and district operations Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting Exercising prudent judgment Work independently in the performance of routine duties Follow all District policies and work procedures Utilize the District's electronics systems and applications only for purposes related to the position Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment

Note:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.