ABOUT THE POSITION

A+ College Ready, a program of A+ Education Partnership, supports middle and high schools to raise academic achievement for all students and to change the trajectory of education in the state of Alabama.

The Senior Director of Leadership and Support will play a critical role in advancing the mission of A+ College Ready by building the capacity of school leaders and strengthening partnerships with program schools across the state. This position leads the development and implementation of leadership initiatives, provides targeted support through site visits and coaching, and collaborates with administrators to analyze data and drive continuous school improvement. The Senior Director will oversee key leadership programs—including professional learning events, principal onboarding, and Professional Learning Units (PLU) credit opportunities—while ensuring schools receive the resources and guidance needed to improve student achievement, strengthen school culture, and sustain long-term success.

This is a full-time, in-person position that will be based in the Birmingham A+ office, require extensive travel, and report to the Vice President of A+ College Ready. The projected start date is the beginning of the 2026 calendar year.

ABOUT A+ EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP

A+ Education Partnership is building an Alabama where every child has access to a world-class education, regardless of circumstance. Driven by our relentless belief in every child, we partner with educators, communities, and policymakers to advocate for and expand access to a

high-quality education so that every student can thrive. Through our core values, A+ works to center students, act with urgency, listen and learn, expect excellence, and prioritize equity.

A+ provides student-centered, research-based information and the tools and training policymakers and educators need to improve educational opportunities for all Alabama students. In addition to statewide advocacy work and the A+ Student Voices Team, A+ Education Partnership manages two programs, A+ Best Practices Center and A+ College Ready, that work in schools directly with educators to provide support and cutting-edge professional learning. Visit our website to learn more: http://aplusala.org/

ABOUT A+ COLLEGE READY

A+ College Ready is a passionate team of individuals committed to the mission of our organization. A+ College Ready staff members believe that the work that we do is our chance to make a lasting impact in schools and communities throughout the state of Alabama. As individuals and corporately, we are lifelong learners and education leaders. We are honored and humbled to have the opportunity to support hundreds of Alabama teachers and school leaders who, in turn, impact the lives of thousands of Alabama students. Our team members come from a variety of backgrounds, have unique skill sets, and offer diverse viewpoints. However, we all share a standard of excellence, hard work, and dedication.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the leadership component of A+ College Ready’s work by designing, coordinating, and delivering leadership initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities

Serve as a primary liaison to program schools, conducting regular site visits and virtual check-ins to assess progress and build relationships

Communicate with the Vice President and Content Directors regarding additional support schools may need based on observations and feedback

Lead and co-develop a tiered support model to meet the needs of a variety of schools across the partnership

Onboard new principals participating in the A+ College Ready program to ensure understanding of goals, expectations, and available support

Identify and recommend additional training or resources based on school visits, data analysis, and stakeholder input

Collect, analyze, and interpret data on student achievement, school culture, and teacher performance in collaboration with principals, administrators, and the Vice President

Plan, coordinate, and deliver professional learning opportunities for school leaders, including workshops, regional meetings, and leadership networks

Provide leadership support and coordination at A+ College Ready training events throughout the year

Analyze student achievement, culture, and teacher performance data with principals to identify areas of growth

Attendance and support at Training events

Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Belief in A+ Education Partnership and A+ College Ready’s mission and commitment to improving educational equity

Master’s degree in Instructional Leadership (or related field)

Experience in school improvement, turnaround schools, or priority schools (not required but preferred)

Administrative/Leadership experience in a school setting

Experience delivering professional development or leading administrative networks

Experience with school improvement (not required but is considered helpful)

Competency in analyzing and interpreting educational data

Ability to travel frequently; this position requires regular travel, often on a weekly basis

A team player who works productively and cooperatively with a wide range of people

A self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities

A lifelong learner and active listener with excellent communication skills

Comfortable using technology, including Google Suite, Canvas, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and etc.

SALARY & BENEFITS

A competitive salary will be determined depending on experience and qualifications

Blue Cross Blue Shield health, dental, and vision insurance is provided at no cost for individual employees (family coverage is available at a cost)

Three weeks of annual vacation (prorated in the first year) in addition to the office closure the week between Christmas and New Year’s

Funded participation in company retirement plan after one year

$100,000 company-funded life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Opportunity for a flexible work schedule

*Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS, PLEASE APPLY

Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! A+ Education Partnership is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. A+ Education Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer and will not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit an application here by November 18, 2025.