Cra International Inc.

Middle School Director

Laguna Niguel, California · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 45 days ago

Data AnalysisLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

The Middle School Director serves as the school's instructional and administrative leader, responsible for fostering a positive learning environment, ensuring the academic success of all students, and overseeing daily operations.
This role requires a wareness of current trends and challenges in middle school education and an u nderstanding of effective strategies for creating an inclusive and equitable school environment.

Support teachers with instructional strategies, curriculum development, and professional growth.
Analyze student performance data to identify areas of improvement and implement action plans to address them.
Manage and monitor the school budget to ensure effective use of resources.
Develop and enforce school policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
Supervise and evaluate school staff, including teachers, support staff, and volunteers.
Student Support:
Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment.
Collaborate with staff to implement interventions for at-risk students.
Build and maintain positive relationships with families and the community.
Partner with community organizations to support school initiatives and student needs.

Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
R egularly required to sit, stand, twist, turn, bend, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands
R egularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment
R egularly required to see and observe students, walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, and hear and speak to exchange information
R egularly required to possess dexterity of hand and fingers, kneel, bend at the waist, sit on the floor, climb stairs and reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties
R egularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in indoor and outdoor classrooms
O ccasionally required to lift and/or move up to 2 5 lbs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level.
Prior administrative or leadership experience is strongly preferred.

Deep understanding of adolescent development and its impact on learning and behavior.
Knowledge of middle school curriculum standards, instructional methodologies, and assessment practices.
Awareness of current trends and challenges in middle school education.
Proficiency in data analysis to inform instructional decision-making.
Understanding of effective strategies for creating an inclusive and equitable school environment.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
Ability to foster a positive and collaborative school culture.
Proficiency in using technology for administrative and instructional purposes.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
Promote the use of innovative technologies and instructional practices to enhance learning.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
403 (b) Retirement Plan
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Develop and implement school-wide educational goals and programs aligned with state standards and best practices.
Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.

Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

This listing is sourced directly from Cra International Inc.'s careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.