School Director (2026-27)

School Year: 2026-27
Position: School Director
Campus: United Elementary 17th St.
Grade(s): Kindergarten-5th Grade
Reports to: President & Chief Schools Officer

United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008, it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each United campus is an open enrollment, public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover, the mission of all United campuses is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education, while maintaining our vision: For every child, an open door. 

United currently operates two high-performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high-performing middle schools (6-8) that serve more than 900 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement. 

Position Description
At United Schools, the School Director (SD) position is an opportunity for passionate educators to lead a United campus and its team by ensuring thoughtful curriculum development, rigorous instruction, positive school culture, efficient school operations, and strong student and family relationships.  The School Director manages and grows the administrative and teaching staff while also making key decisions to set the direction and vision for the campus. This individual utilizes data intelligently to continually improve all aspects of the school and to better serve students and families. School Directors operate with a constancy of purpose, aligned with the mission and vision of United Schools.

Joining Our Team

United Core Traits:

1. Mission-Driven. Team members believe deeply in the United mission: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education.
2. Growth Mindset. Team members believe in their ability, and the ability of all students, to grow and improve.
3. Relationship-Driven. Team members get proximate to students, families, and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom.
4. Conscientiousness. Team members are professional, reliable, diligent, and pay attention to detail. 
5. Emotionally Constant. Team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities.

Qualifications:

• Holds a B.A./B.S. degree; advanced degree preferred.
• Has a combination of at least five years of proven school leadership and teaching experience in urban settings with an emphasis on data-driven instruction and demonstrable gains in student achievement.
• Familiarity and success with, or at minimum a commitment to, implementing the core tenets of United’s instructional leadership model as outlined in Leverage Leadership and Get Better Faster.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Is committed to using data-driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes.
• Is relentless in writing, refining, and internalizing curriculum, lessons, and assessments.
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.

Terms of Employment

• Although this position will begin June 8, 2026, applications will be considered immediately.
• This is a full-time position. 
• Report times are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., although some job-related tasks can be expected outside of these hours.
• Salary: The starting salary for a new School Director with a Bachelor’s degree is $90,000. The starting salary for other applicants will depend on professional experience and education level.
• Benefits: 
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage 
  • Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).
• All United campuses are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Salary : $90,000 - $106,335