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Job Summary
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a mission-aligned, equity-driven leader who is passionate about creating safe, structured, and joyful school environments where all students can thrive. The ideal candidate is both relational and systems-oriented-someone who builds strong, trusting relationships with students and families while also creating and sustaining clear, consistent operational and culture systems. They are skilled at balancing urgency with care, can lead through restorative and trauma-informed practices, and are comfortable using data to drive decisions and continuous improvement. This leader thrives in a fast-paced school environment, collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders, and is committed to supporting the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success of all students.
Requirements / Qualifications
Comments and Other Information
What You Will Do
School Culture and Climate
* Lead the development and implementation of a positive, inclusive, and values-based school culture aligned to the mission and vision of Value Schools.
* Establish and maintain clear, equitable systems for student behavior, discipline, recognition and restorative interventions that promote consistency, accountability, belonging and student growth.
* Support and model restorative practices, trauma-informed approaches, socio-emotional learning, and positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS).
* Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families to foster a safe, supportive, and engaging school environment.
* Utilize behavior, attendance, and climate data to monitor school culture and implement responsive strategies that drive continuous improvement.
* Coordinate and oversee school-wide culture initiatives, student incentives, assemblies, celebrations, and recognition programs.
* Support student supervision systems and ensure a safe, orderly, and positive campus environment during all school activities.
Operations and Systems Management
* Oversee the effective execution of day-to-day school operations to ensure systems run efficiently in support of student learning and school-wide effectiveness.
* Lead operational systems related to attendance, enrollment, student supervision, campus safety, scheduling, facilities coordination, arrival and dismissal procedures, and emergency preparedness.
* Oversee and monitor attendance systems and intervention strategies aimed at improving student attendance and reducing chronic absenteeism
* Support student recruitment, enrollment, onboarding, and retention efforts in collaboration with school leadership and operations teams.
* Serves as the owner of the school information system and plans and executes key inputs for attendance, enrollment, contact information, and other key data, including transfer and exit data.
* Partner with the Principal and school leadership team to develop and refine systems, procedures, and internal processes that support operational excellence and organizational alignment.
* Coordinate school-wide operational logistics for events, testing, student activities, and other campus programs.
Compliance and Student Services
* Support compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements, including California Education Code, student record confidentiality requirements, mandated reporting laws, and charter school operational requirements.
* Ensure school systems and procedures align with the approved charter petition, organizational policies, and authorizer expectations.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to student behavior, attendance, interventions, safety drills, and compliance reporting.
* Participate in and support SST, MTSS, attendance review, Section 504, and other student support processes as assigned.
* Assist with implementation and monitoring of school safety procedures, emergency drills, crisis response protocols, and campus supervision systems.
* Collaborate with staff and families to support student wellness, intervention planning, and access to appropriate supports and services.
Leadership and Team Collaboration
* Collaborate with the Principal and school leadership team to align culture and operational systems with instructional priorities and organizational goals.
* Supervise and support campus culture, operations, and non-instructional staff through clear expectations, coaching, accountability, and ongoing development.
* Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented, and student-centered leadership culture.
* Partner with teachers and staff to ensure consistency in student expectations, behavior systems, and school-wide procedures.
Family and Community Engagement
* Establish and sustain strong partnerships with families and community stakeholders to support student success and a positive school culture.
* Ensure clear, consistent, and responsive communication with families regarding school policies, expectations, attendance, behavior, and student support matters.
* Support and facilitate family engagement opportunities aligned to school priorities and community needs.
* Build relationships with community organizations and service providers to connect students and families with resources and support services.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a related field required, graduate degree strongly preferred.
* Certificated school-based or teaching experience preferred.
* PPS credential, teaching credential, Admin credential preferred.
* 3+years of experience in school leadership, student culture, operations, or related educational roles.
* Demonstrated ability to lead systems, manage operations, and support a positive school culture.
* Strong organizational, communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
* Experience with restorative practices, PBIS, trauma-informed practices, or student support systems preferred.
* Charter school experience preferred but not required.