School Leader Fellow Position

5 days ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Executive Excellence, LLC Full time

Role Overview

The School Leader Fellow serves as a key member of the school's leadership team, contributing to the team as a teacher and leader while developing the necessary skills and abilities to serve as a future Principal.

About the Position

This role is founded on the principle that school leaders develop their skills most effectively through hands-on experience in leading a school. As we grow, Digital Pioneers Academy seeks a future leader to commit themselves to our work and mission to develop the next generation of innovators.

Responsibilities

  • Attend new staff trainings in the summer;
  • Serve as an essential member of a school leadership team, including coaching DPA teachers and supporting professional development planning and execution.
    • Align on goals for the year with Principals/CEO;
    • Clarify school roles and responsibilities with the Principals/CEO to make a big impact and target personal/professional growth areas.
  • Teach one to two sections in a specific content area to scholars;
  • Receive formal and informal feedback and coaching from Principal/CEO and other instructional partners. Create an individualized learning plan and receive targeted coaching from the Principal/CEO;
  • Build essential leadership mindsets and skills and assess progress on your leadership effectiveness regularly.
  • Begin planning for leadership role, including: developing a readiness, leading school events and recruitment, and preparing for onboarding.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Required experience:
    • At least 4 years of teaching experience;
    • 1+ year of previous school leadership experience; can include coaching or leading teachers (e.g., grade level chair, content/department chair, Assistant Principal, Dean of Curriculum, etc.);
    • A Bachelor's degree.
  • Deeply committed to preparing scholars to meet or exceed the highest academic standards, while cultivating the strength of character necessary to both graduate from four-year colleges and thrive in 21st century careers;
  • Strong record of driving outstanding student results;
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting teacher growth with ability to provide high leverage feedback;
  • Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth.

Additional Characteristics of DPA Team Members

  • Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics;
  • Comfort with technology; moderate to advanced skills in navigating computer hardware and software;
  • Excellent organizational and leadership abilities;
  • Outstanding communication and people skills;
  • Knowledge of legal rules and guidelines in education;
  • Demonstrated passion for improving educational outcomes;
  • Strong interpersonal skills and high moral character;
  • Understanding of the nuances of urban school environments and school culture;
  • Self-motivated, diligent, and willing to be a team player;
  • Problem solver and results-oriented;
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with scholars, parents, colleagues, and community members.

Benefits

Digital Pioneers Academy offers a starting salary range of $95-$115k as well as an excellent and comprehensive benefits package.

Digital Pioneers Academy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.


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