Associate Head of School - Upper Elementary

BASIS Leander is seeking qualified candidates for an Associate Head of School - Upper Elementary to join our bright, passionate team!

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Position Summary

The Associate Head of School - Upper Elementary plays a vital role in supporting a culture of academic excellence by ensuring that all students have the resources and support they need to succeed. This position focuses on academic support programs, using a data-driven approach to assess student needs and allocate resources to enhance their educational experience. The Associate Head of School - Upper Elementary supervises key team members and works collaboratively with staff, students, and families to build a positive and achievement-oriented school culture.

Key Responsibilities

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Focus on academic support programs, data analysis, and resource allocation to enhance student outcomes.
• Supervise the Dean of Students, Health Coordinator, and Teaching Fellows.
• Manage academic and behavioral support programs, including individualized plans and study hall classes.
• Maintain and manage student discipline records and parent communications related to academic performance and behavior.
• Collaborate with the Director of Academic Programs to organize and review results of various assessments, such as:
  • Benchmarking Exams
  • ISA Exams
  • State-required assessments
  • Pre-Comprehensive and Comprehensive Exams
  • AP Exams
  • PISA Exams
  • PSAT, SAT, and ACT
• Review progress reports and prepare summaries, including Honor Roll reports for award ceremonies.
• Facilitate award assemblies and Celebrations of SUCCESS.
• Organize and execute both academic and behavioral support programs.

Interchangeable Responsibilities

• Manage peer-tutoring programs and additional review sessions for students.
• Coordinate audits of student transcripts and graduation requirements with the Director of Academic Programs.
• Collaborate with the Head of School and SPED Coordinator to develop and implement a Student Success Team (SST) process.
• Oversee response-to-intervention (RTI) efforts and grade data evaluations.
• Additional leadership responsibilities tailored to the unique needs and priorities of the campus.

School-Specific Responsibilities

• Build a positive school culture and implement character education programs.
• Manage onboarding processes for new students.
• Support additional school-specific duties as assigned by administration.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in analyzing data to inform and improve academic performance.
• Ability to foster a positive school culture and maintain high expectations for students and staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to dynamic situations.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years in an educational environment, preferably in an administrative role.
  • Experience working with elementary and middle school students.
  • Familiarity with academic plans and approaches to learning.
  • Experience in tutoring or case management preferred.
• Clearance: All employees are required to obtain and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.

Additional Job Information:

NOTE: All employees of BASIS.ed are required to obtain and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance.

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