Executive Director

Position Summary:

The Executive Director (ED) at D'Arbonne Woods Charter School serves as chief executive officer and is responsible for the overall success of DWCS. Together, the Board and ED assure the relevance of DWCS to the community. The ED is also responsible for accomplishment of DWCS's mission statement and the accountability of DWCS to its constituents. This position is very difficult as it involves a number of areas of expertise and required talents. The ED, in essence, runs the school and is answerable directly to the Board and, in part, the State Department. The Board is responsible for delegating responsibility for management and day-to-day operations to the ED via the job description and the ED has the authority to carry out these responsibilities, in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The ED provides support to the board as it carries out its governance function.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience managing/overseeing large budgets
• Overseeing multiple employees
• Evaluating multiple employees in multiple areas
• Knowledge of Louisiana charter school law
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead the school and provide competent direction
• Ability to interpret and implement both Board and school policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with Board, colleagues, students, community, press, and a diverse public in terms of cultural, social, economic, and educational background
• Ability to work collaboratively with Board and colleagues to a diverse workplace through ideas and experience
• Excellent time management skills, project management skills, and ability to prioritize work
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed

Minimum Requirements:

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's, +30, OR Ph.

D. in Educational Leadership required

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required = At least 5 years working in the field of education with a in charter schools
• Required = At least 3 years working in a managerial/education leadership experience

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person