Executive Director - Greater Houston (Immediate Opening) en IDEA Public Schools

Executive Director

Mission:

The Executive Director for IDEA Public Schools is responsible for all measures of student outcomes, staff performance, operational stability, financial stewardship, state and federal compliance, and board development. The Executive Director sets the vision for excellence with regard to academics, organizational culture, and long-term success across the state by implementing the IDEA Public Schools model with fidelity. They will report to the Area Superintendent and partner closely with senior leaders and national teams across the organization to contribute to the overall success of ALL our students on their path of getting to and through college. They also ensure effective external stakeholder engagement to build and maintain strong support with our state and local constituents.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

·          Directly manage VPs in Region (i.e. VP of Schools, VP of Special Programs, VP of Operations)

·          Supervise Regional Directors (if applicable)

·          Directly manage Executive Assistant

Location:

This is a full-time position located in Houston. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:    

·          Travel within the Region throughout the year as necessary.

·          Travel to IDEA training events or step-back may be required.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

·    Strategic Leadership and Management: Set regional vision and strategic plan to oversee academics, special programs, operations, finances, and culture ensuring high expectations and excellence across all campus and regional levels, with a focus on meeting or exceeding our organizational goals and targets:

• Overall TEA accountability rating of an A for the region
• Staff retention at 85% or higher
• Student ADA at 94.8% or higher
• Student persistence at 80% or higher
• College matriculation at 100%

·    Supervision of Key Leaders: Supervise and develop regional leader (i.e. Vice Presidents, Regional Directors of Operations, Staffing, and Human Resources) to ensure effective learning environments, operational efficiency, staff excellence, and alignment with the organization and region's mission, values, and priorities.

·    Financial Planning and Compliance: Lead long-term and annual financial planning processes, ensure fiduciary responsibilities are met, and maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations.

·    Organizational Culture and Inclusivity: Foster a strong, inclusive regional culture through integrity, visibility, effective communication, and positive relationships with staff.

·    Engagement with External Stakeholders: Build and maintain relationships with the Regional Advisory Board, parents, community stakeholders, state authorizers, and the philanthropic community to support the region's growth and sustainability, in collaboration with the Advancement team.

·    Brand Representation and Growth: Serve as the voice and vision of the region, ensuring a positive presence, high visibility, and the successful launch of new or scaling schools through proper planning and execution, in collaboration with the Advancement and Growth teams

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Additional Duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills – Leadership Competencies

·    Building a Culture of Trust is all about creating environments that foster high performance toward meeting ambitious goals by ensuring employees are safe to take risks, grow, be valued, and speak up without ridicule or retribution. Team members who excel in this competency foster a culture of staff belonging where trust forms the foundation of strong, collaborative relationships which enhance employee engagement for consistent feedback and accountability loops.

·    Communicate Deliberately is mastering the art of clear and impactful communication tailored to different audiences to ensure understanding, promote engagement, and support accountability. Team members proficient in this competency are adept at conveying their thoughts and decisions in a manner that motivates, inspires, and directs – fostering a culture of transparency and integrity.

·    Growing Self and Others is focused on committing to personal growth and actively facilitating the growth of others to achieve outcomes. Team members proficient in this competency foster an environment of continuous learning and challenge individuals to expand their skills and capabilities, contributing to both career progression and organizational goal attainment.

·    Making Strategic Decisions involves utilizing strategic planning, critical thinking, data analysis, and ethical considerations to make decisions that are not only effective but also uphold the integrity and objectives of the organization. Team members who excel at strategic decision-making balance short-term needs with long-term goals and navigate complex, ambiguous situations with clarity and confidence to meet outcomes.

·    Manage Work and Teams is focused on driving results through effective planning, execution, and collaboration. Team members proficient in this competency ensure work is aligned to strategic priorities by managing time and resources effectively and consistently following through on commitments. Those in team leadership roles also organize efforts, coordinate across roles, and foster shared ownership of outcomes.

Additional Skills:

·    Building and maintaining strong relationships across stakeholders, both internal and external

·    Organization, prioritization, follow through, and attention to detail to ensure effective use of time and earn a reputation for delivering on promises

·    Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, including ability to engage an audience and inspire confidence

Required experience:

·    Education: Bachelor’s degree required

·    Years of experience: 10 years in PK-12 education with significant experience in leadership, management, and supervisory responsibilities

Preferred experience:

·    Education: Masters degree in Educational Leadership and or Administration or related

·    Demonstrated success as a turnaround campus principal and in district- or network-level leadership at the director level or above within a district or charter management organization

Physical Requirements:

·    The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically start between $170,800–$210,100, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.  Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values