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Chief Academic Officer

Garfield County School District 16
Parachute, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026
Position Title: Chief Academic Officer Position Type: Certified Licensed Reports To: Superintendent Supervises: All district personnel in coordination with the Superintendent Location: Grand Valley Middle School and Grand Valley High School FLSA Classification: Full-time, Exempt Work Year: 12-month Administrator Pay Range Min and Max: $97,752 to $159,335 POSITION SUMMARY: The assistant superintendent is responsible for implementing the district's instructional programs, leading curriculum and professional development, and overseeing the operational efficiencies of all staff and services to the students and the community. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: •Develop and monitor the process for curriculum development in all subjects K-12, which includes scope and sequence, curriculum documents, instructional resources, and professional development for all instructional staff •Participate in the evaluation of certified staff •Evaluate and monitor the instructional programs for special populations (special education, gifted education, English as a second language) •Evaluate and monitor the quality of instruction across all classrooms •Coordinate the district's assessment calendar and required training for all instructional staff •Organize and lead the teacher induction program and mentors •Serve as the district assessment coordinator for all state testing •Implement and monitor a district-wide MTSS process inclusive of the requirements for the READ Act, Math Act and for English language learners •Analyze student achievement data from national, state, and local assessments on a continuous basis •Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders •Represent the District on external committees •Collaborate with principals to lead school improvement efforts •Collaborate on grant proposals and applications (community, state, and federal) •Participate in the budget development process REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: •Knowledge of research-based practices, trends, and outcomes in instructional leadership •Knowledge of Colorado laws and requirements in education and employment •Knowledge of data driven decision making in education •Knowledge of special education law and practices •Knowledge of, and experience with, diverse populations of learners •Ability to communicate effectively to diverse groups of people •Ability to manage multiple projects in an effective and timely manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: •Master's degree in education •Colorado Administrator Licensure •Five years of experience as a principal or curriculum director PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: •District level administrative experience REPORTS TO: Superintendent SUPERVISES: Staff as assigned WORKING ENVIRONMENT: •Physical ability to travel between schools and locations •Physical ability to perform essential job functions, including standing, walking, sitting, and occasional lifting. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not exhaustive and may change as needed. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the district. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Garfield County School District No.16 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination.

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