Chief Academic Officer (CAO)
Chief Academic Officer (CAO)
Alabama State Department of Education
Mobile, AL
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POSITION
Chief Academic Officer (CAO)
MAEF Public Charter Schools (MPCS)
Mobile, Alabama
Reports Directly to: Deputy Superintendent/Head of Schools
Salary: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 a year
ACCEL Academy, recognized throughout for its forward-thinking and progressive culture, is
seeking a Chief Academic Officer (CAO). The CAO sets the strategic vision and direction for the
instructional framework and pedagogical approach to ACCEL's academic programs and is a key
lever to accomplishing the network's academic goals. The CAO is the leader, spokesperson, and
resident expert on curriculum, instruction, pedagogy, and learning. This role develops the shortand
long-term instructional vision. It works to establish a culture of high expectations and
shared responsibility for equitable access to high-quality and culturally relevant instruction.
The CAO works to create authentic partnerships between network offices and schools to ensure
closer alignment of network resources with school needs, to implement an instructional plan for
the network that ensures effective teaching in every classroom, and to create conditions that
ensure systemic improvement of practice over time in every classroom. The CAO is responsible
for all instructional functions, including 6th - 12th curriculum and instruction, professional
development, student services, athletics, special education, family engagement, career,
network, federal programs, registrar, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, teaching fellowships,
gifted and talented, and college and career readiness. This position requires a strong
instructional foundation, requiring the incumbent to stay current on instructional
administration techniques and programs throughout the state and nation, incorporating
findings into the local organization where appropriate relating to public and charter
requirements.
Essential Functions
gifted services, English as a second language, etc., and student support services.
parents and community groups).
testing to determine updates to School Improvement Plans.
with state and federal law.
Collaborates with school systems, community agencies, local universities, and research
laboratories to promote shared learning.
indicators to align strategies for school improvement.
feedback loop from school sites to the Chief Academic Office.
Communities (PLCs) as a vehicle to provide staff support.
Terms
Twelve (12) month, 260 day contract with salary as established by the Board in terms of the
Administrative Provisions And Based On Experience And Qualifications.
Salary: $110,000- $120,000.00 a year
Interviews: March 6 -10, 2023; Selection: March 23, 2023; Preferred Start Date: April 1, 2023
Benefits: Full-time employees receive health benefits through the Alabama Public Education
Employees' Health Insurance Program (PEEHIP) and retirement benefits through the Alabama
Teacher Retirement System.
The board members are looking for a transformational educator who will lead the personalized
learning environment. All interested candidates should apply by Friday, February 24, 2023 for
The First Cut-off And Adhere To The Following Steps
Note: Your cover letter must include a response to the following essay question: In
100-400 words, please explain why you are an excellent candidate to lead ACCEL
Academy, including any experience and specific data/accomplishments that will
demonstrate your ability to meet and/or surpass the goals and mission of ACCEL
Academy.
your email regularly. If your email account utilizes a SPAM filter, it is your responsibility
to identify "@accelacademymobile.com" addresses as "safe" so that you are able to
receive email messages from these addresses or save this email address as a contact.
Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with their qualifications as well as professional
accomplishments with an emphasis on adherence to the application process.
The community and students we serve are diverse, and we are committed to reflecting that
diversity in our staff. We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible. Thus, we
encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at ACCEL Day and Evening
Academy. By fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, we provide the best educational
experience to prepare our students for a future reflective of the world in which we live.
ACCEL does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religi... more
Reports To Deputy Superintendent/Head of School
Job Posting Link www.accelacademymobile.com/employment
Salary Range: From/To $110-000 - $120,000 with $7,500 signing bonus. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with previous experience and degree attainment.
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Chief Academic Officer (CAO)
MAEF Public Charter Schools (MPCS)
Mobile, Alabama
Reports Directly to: Deputy Superintendent/Head of Schools
Salary: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 a year
- $7,500 Signing Bonus (Paid December 15th)
- Performance Incentives, based upon network academic performance
ACCEL Academy, recognized throughout for its forward-thinking and progressive culture, is
seeking a Chief Academic Officer (CAO). The CAO sets the strategic vision and direction for the
instructional framework and pedagogical approach to ACCEL's academic programs and is a key
lever to accomplishing the network's academic goals. The CAO is the leader, spokesperson, and
resident expert on curriculum, instruction, pedagogy, and learning. This role develops the shortand
long-term instructional vision. It works to establish a culture of high expectations and
shared responsibility for equitable access to high-quality and culturally relevant instruction.
The CAO works to create authentic partnerships between network offices and schools to ensure
closer alignment of network resources with school needs, to implement an instructional plan for
the network that ensures effective teaching in every classroom, and to create conditions that
ensure systemic improvement of practice over time in every classroom. The CAO is responsible
for all instructional functions, including 6th - 12th curriculum and instruction, professional
development, student services, athletics, special education, family engagement, career,
network, federal programs, registrar, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, teaching fellowships,
gifted and talented, and college and career readiness. This position requires a strong
instructional foundation, requiring the incumbent to stay current on instructional
administration techniques and programs throughout the state and nation, incorporating
findings into the local organization where appropriate relating to public and charter
requirements.
Essential Functions
- Leads curriculum development, implementation, and assessment through an equity lens
- Develops a strategic plan with senior leadership that includes goals and strategies to
- Directs and evaluates academic divisions, including instructional improvement,
gifted services, English as a second language, etc., and student support services.
- Delivers written and oral presentations on academic accountability to various
parents and community groups).
- Approves departmental budgets and determines allocations for staff, supplies, and
- Collaborates with the Deputy and leadership in all academic areas to evaluate existing
testing to determine updates to School Improvement Plans.
- Coordinates with the Deputy to ensure that all student services, including special
with state and federal law.
Collaborates with school systems, community agencies, local universities, and research
laboratories to promote shared learning.
- Establishes direction for school improvement efforts by monitoring the progress of
indicators to align strategies for school improvement.
- Collaborates with schools to develop instructional programs and to implement reform
feedback loop from school sites to the Chief Academic Office.
- Supports staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating project plans and strategies
- Plans, develops, and implements professional development activities for teachers,
- Monitors the coordination of all network professional development efforts and the
Communities (PLCs) as a vehicle to provide staff support.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent, complying with lawful
- Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site,
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent.
- Teaching Fellow Program
- Curriculum and Instruction
- PowerSchool
- Network Registrar
- Federal Programs
- Thorough understanding of curriculum and instruction and other student-related
- Proven ability to supervise multiple functions with full accountability for effective
- Ability to use computer technology in administrative and educational settings.
- Excellent organizational ability.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Problem-solving and consensus-building expertise.
- Excellent human relations skills.
- A Master's degree with an emphasis in curriculum, instruction, and school leadership is
- A doctorate degree is preferred
- K-12 Administrative Certification or ability and willingness to obtain this certification
- Degree or relevant experience in working directly with middle and high-school-aged
Terms
Twelve (12) month, 260 day contract with salary as established by the Board in terms of the
Administrative Provisions And Based On Experience And Qualifications.
Salary: $110,000- $120,000.00 a year
- $7,500 Signing Bonus (Paid December 15th)
- Performance Incentives, based upon network academic performance
Interviews: March 6 -10, 2023; Selection: March 23, 2023; Preferred Start Date: April 1, 2023
Benefits: Full-time employees receive health benefits through the Alabama Public Education
Employees' Health Insurance Program (PEEHIP) and retirement benefits through the Alabama
Teacher Retirement System.
The board members are looking for a transformational educator who will lead the personalized
learning environment. All interested candidates should apply by Friday, February 24, 2023 for
The First Cut-off And Adhere To The Following Steps
- Email your resume and cover letter to:
Note: Your cover letter must include a response to the following essay question: In
100-400 words, please explain why you are an excellent candidate to lead ACCEL
Academy, including any experience and specific data/accomplishments that will
demonstrate your ability to meet and/or surpass the goals and mission of ACCEL
Academy.
- All correspondence regarding your application will be sent via email to the email address
your email regularly. If your email account utilizes a SPAM filter, it is your responsibility
to identify "@accelacademymobile.com" addresses as "safe" so that you are able to
receive email messages from these addresses or save this email address as a contact.
- All inquiries regarding this position should be emailed to
Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with their qualifications as well as professional
accomplishments with an emphasis on adherence to the application process.
The community and students we serve are diverse, and we are committed to reflecting that
diversity in our staff. We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible. Thus, we
encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at ACCEL Day and Evening
Academy. By fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, we provide the best educational
experience to prepare our students for a future reflective of the world in which we live.
ACCEL does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religi... more
Reports To Deputy Superintendent/Head of School
Job Posting Link www.accelacademymobile.com/employment
Salary Range: From/To $110-000 - $120,000 with $7,500 signing bonus. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with previous experience and degree attainment.
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