Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is seeking a Campus Director in Residence for the 2023-2024 school year.
As a member of the School Leadership Team, the Campus Director in Residence is responsible for instructional leadership and coaching, supporting the implementation of school culture systems, and driving school programs and initiatives as part of his/her development for a School Director or Principal role. In addition to the duties outlined below, the Campus Director in Residence will participate in school leadership mentoring and training programs designated by the CAO or Managing Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
As part of ongoing leadership development, the Campus Director in Residence will:

• Oversee performance management for select instructional staff members via direct observation, coaching, and feedback, as is consistent with the observation-feedback cycle of the school.
• Foster an environment of high-quality instruction by developing and delivering professional development sessions or workshops to staff members or tutors in one or more areas of instructional expertise.
• Collaborate with DCIs and other members of the leadership and senior leadership teams to make instructional decisions, including those related to school curriculum, assessment, and testing.
• Conduct academic or behavioral data analysis and reporting, including identifying important trends in data, facilitating data meetings, and providing ongoing support for DDI initiatives.
• Work with the school culture team to create and implement school culture systems, programs, and initiatives that support character development and growth for students.
• Collaborate with other members of the school leadership team to set vision, priorities, and goals for the school and drive short and long term planning.
• Develop and launch additional tasks, projects, or programs as designated by the CSO or Managing Director.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The Campus Director in Residence reports directly to the Chief Academic Officer
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Belief in the Great Oaks Legacy mission and philosophy, including the belief that ALL students have what it takes to be successful.
2. Relentless work ethic and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure successful outcomes for students.
3. Strong instructional and classroom management and skills
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills
5. Proven track record of meeting extremely high standards for student achievement
6. Team player mentality and strong leadership skills
7. Bachelor degree from a competitive college or university required, graduate degree preferred.
8. 5-10 years of school-based experience, preferably including at least 2 years of teaching experience in an urban education setting.
9. At least 2 years of leadership experience, preferably including instructional or school culture team leadership, preferably in an urban education and/or high performing charter school setting.
10. Evidence of or eligibility for and willingness to pursue a NJ Department of Education certification (CE/CEAS/Provisional/Standard) or out of state certification.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance plans w/ comprehensive network coverage.
• Up to $5,250 per year in tax exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.
• Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to your role.
• Wellness reimbursements including gym memberships, spa services, and more.
• Online counseling services - for staff and their dependents - via top-rated therapy app.
• Pre-tax state pension plan benefit w/ addl. options available via voluntary retirement plans.
• Pre-tax dependent care, health, and transit flexible spending plans available.
• Convenient health screening and telemedicine support via VitalCheck Wellness platform.

ABOUT GREAT OAKS LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL
The Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative charter public school in Newark NJ, serving students from Pre-K to 12th grade on campuses across the city of Newark. Our mission is to prepare Newark's students for success in college and beyond.
Our model is based on the following guiding principles that guide our work daily -

1. Creating a community that is built upon genuine and meaningful relationships. GOLCS staff rate our commitment to students as the #1 reason they teach/work at our schools.
2. Being surgical in our approach to differentiation of instruction and support for all students and team members. Our students receive daily tutoring embedded into their school schedule - facilitated by our AmeriCorps team members. Staff members receive individualized coaching and support in their roles.
3. Setting and exceeding high expectations for academic growth and character development for all students, in preparation for success in college and beyond. Currently, the historical college matriculation rate for GOLCS is 79% - nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
GOLCS is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Furthermore, we believe that racial justice and equity is critical to our mission of preparing students for success in college and beyond. We strive to be an organization that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and elevates our student voices in preparing them for life and college.
GOLCS VACCINATION POLICY & COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is committed to ensuring healthy and safe working and learning environments, and maintaining our educational commitment to GOLCS students and families - with minimal disruption to instruction. With this in mind, as of October 2021, Great Oaks Legacy requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees. Candidates who would like to apply for a reasonable accommodation from this policy based on a qualifying disability or sincerely held religious belief should reach out to HR@greatoakslegacy.org for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Great Oaks Legacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.