School Director
School Name: UNO Charter School Network
Deadline: August 1, 2009
Website: www.unocharterschools.org
The Chicago-based network of UNO Charter Schools was established by the United Neighborhood Organization (UNO) which, for decades, has recognized the unwavering promise of Hispanic families and their immigrant roots. Core to their success as a community in this country are solid family values, a powerful work ethic, and a strong commitment to education. UNO transforms Hispanic communities by challenging them to achieve their full potential through learning and civic involvement. UNO Charter Schools bring a ‘no excuses’ philosophy to public education that couples its vision and understanding of Latino families with effective school management, structured learning environments, and high expectations of its families to ensure that all students achieve academic and eventual economic success regardless of their background. At UNO Charter Schools, academic excellence is not a hope-it is an expectation.
UNO knows that the key to student success is the adults in their lives. We believe in a call to service and a call for service; service that reflects pride, passion, and respect. In this manner, UNO sets out to find only the most talented, dedicated, visionary adults, capable to develop character by fostering real relationships with students. UNO believes in employing quality people, of proven character who believe in using meaningful evaluative techniques to assess learning, who are consistently raising expectations, and who place supports in place to ensure students achieve mastery.
Description:
The School Director will engage key constituents—students, teachers, parents and community—in creating a school environment that empowers students to achieve ambitious learning goals, thus preparing them for the finest area high schools, college and beyond. Utilizing the school as a catalyst for building community, the School Director will contribute to UNO’s goal of supporting the broader success of Hispanic and other minority, urban families.
Qualifications:
1. Three (3) to five (5) years of appropriate teaching experience
2. Two (2) to four (4) years of administrative or management experience
3.Advanced degree and Type 75 certification preferred
4.Candidate must be able to demonstrate academic progress of students under his/her leadership. Must be able to articulate the methods used to achieve those results.
Leadership Qualities:
1.Must demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond what is normally required to achieve academic success for all students
2.Strong ability to multi-task and work under high pressure and deadlines
3.Show initiative and ability to address problems creatively
Responsibilities:
1.Student Achievement
a.Ensure student academic progress that aligns with state learning goals and results in achievement of annual goals set in coordination with UNO leaders
b.Oversee the school’s academic programs—including core curricular, supplementary, specialty and extracurricular—and develop programs as necessary to meet full variety of student needs
c.Lead administrators and teachers in utilization of a variety of assessments and data collection/analysis to identify and address trends in school performance
2.Teacher/Staff Recruitment, Development and Accountability
a.Assist UNO in the recruitment, selection and hiring of quality teachers and support staff
b.Cultivate a professional learning community where teachers engage in collaborative planning, instructional decision-making and are focused on continual improvement in line with goals
c.Identify teacher development needs in coordination with Master Teacher(s) using walk-throughs, direct conversations with teachers, assessments and other means
d.Lead Master Teacher and other faculty members in the development, delivery and differentiation of professional growth opportunities for teachers based on their identified needs
e.Observe and provide ongoing feedback on teacher and staff performance and conduct periodic performance evaluations for all supervised teachers and staff
f.Hold teachers and staff accountable for their performance through action that is direct, prompt and appropriate
3.Operations and Compliance
a.Monitor facility/grounds and work with maintenance team to ensure attractive, safe learning environment
b.Ensure the compliance and implementation of all federal, state, local and board policies and administrative rules and regulations
c.Supervise the preparation of all school reports, student records, and the school’s internal accounts; oversee the effective utilization of student information systems and other data tracking tools
d.Oversee requisition of supplies, equipment, and materials necessary for the operation of the school
4.School Environment
a.Maintain high standards of student academic achievement and discipline
b.Ensure professional conduct of teachers and staff based on UNO Charter School Network policies
c.Provide for the health, safety, and welfare of students and staff within the school
d.Oversee student social and emotional development, including intervention services as needed
5.Parent and Community Relations
a.Clearly articulate expectations of parent and students (as outlined in parent contract, student handbook, etc.) and hold parents to their commitment as appropriate
b.Oversee ongoing communication with parents to update them on student progress through a variety of means: letters, meetings, bi-weekly phone calls from teachers, periodic newsletter, etc.
c.Lead teachers and staff in promoting parent participation in activities that support student learning, including monthly Literacy Night and other Network and UNO-initiated activities
d.Interpret activities and policies of the school to the community and promote community participation in school life through volunteering, fundraising, advisory committees, etc.
6.Leadership
a.Develop and communicate vision of school to students, staff, parents and community
b.Engage teachers and staff in taking on leadership roles and responsibilities (through participation in committees, etc.) to promote success of school
c.Make recommendations to UNO staff concerning policy, practice, or personnel for the purposes of improving the quality of the school and UCSN
The UNO Charter School Network is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to an UNO Charter School. The UNO Charter School Network does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, national, or ethnic origin. If you are qualified for the School Director position please go online to www.unocharterschools.org and go to career opportunities - after you have applied please send your resume to Alexandra Lemke at alemke@uno-online.org
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