Position Description for Cherry Creek Charter Academy, Centennial, Colorado

The Board of Directors of the Cherry Creek Charter Academy, Centennial, Colorado, seeks an experienced leader and passionate educator to fully embrace the school’s mission and serve as their next Executive Director. The Board expects the selected individual to assume the responsibilities of the position on or about August 1, 2024.

Cherry Creek Academy’s Mission

Cherry Creek Academy (CCA) is an academically rigorous public charter school serving K-8th Grades. CCA is a Core Knowledge school with motivated students, responsible parents, and exemplary teachers who uphold the high expectations and values of leadership, responsibility, respect, loyalty, integrity, humility, diligence, and compassion.

Enrollment: 575

Location: Centennial, Colorado

The Qualifications

To be considered for the position, candidates must be a proven leader with a track record of demonstrated results. Specifically, the Board of Directors is searching for a leader who is fully committed to upholding the CCA mission and values and possesses the following characteristics:

Leadership

• Ability to effectively collaborate with the Board of Directors, administrators, staff, supporting organizations, and the parent community
• Enhance and implement a strategic plan based on CCA’s mission and values
• Commitment to Core Knowledge curriculum and a passion for academic rigor
• Understands the diverse needs of all students and is genuinely committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Personal

• Effective and articulate communication skills
• Models high character and humility through an approachable demeanor
• Exhibits a strong moral compass and integrity
• Ability to listen and learn in the decision-making process
• Excellent judgment and emotional intelligence

Communication

• Effective at conflict resolution with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to develop a shared vision and build consensus with stakeholders
• Experienced in navigating complex interpersonal issues

Organizational Oversight

• Experience in strategic planning
• Strong understanding of financial sustainability and budget development
• Proven ability to hire, develop, retain, and support excellent faculty and staff
• Understanding of Colorado charter school laws, policies, practices, and challenges
• Detail-oriented and compliant with all CCA policies and procedures to ensure enforcement with staff and students
• Proven experience with grant writing

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree from an accredited institution, preferably in education and/or business administration
• Two years’ experience as an administrator in a public or private school or a position with equivalent responsibilities in the public or private sector

Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000, eligible for performance bonus

Search Timeline:

Closing Date for Applications: June 6, 2024

Board of Directors Interviews: July 9, 2024

Selection of New Executive Director: TBD

Start Date: August 1, 2024 or TBD

Contact information:

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.

11725 Arbor St., Suite 220

Omaha, NE 68144

888-375-4814

Email: apps@macnjake.com

School Website: https://www.cherrycreekacademy.org/

Consultant: Dr. Walt Cooper w_cooper@macnjake.com

The Cherry Creek Academy Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.