ABOUT US:
GEO Academies, Inc. is launching GEO Next Generation High School is a tuition-free, public charter high school on Indianapolis’s far east side. With its education partners: Ivy Tech Community College and Indiana Black Expo, GEO Academies, Inc. will serve approximately 200 9th grade students during the 2020-21 school year. We are committed to hiring a dedicated team of faculty and staff who will provide an outstanding education for our students transitioning to high school and onward to COLLEGE. We will provide our students with instruction that is standards-based and challenging and that meets the needs of each individual student enrolled. We firmly believe that “through our doors walk college graduates”. Through our partnership with Ivy Tech Community College, our students will be able to take dual credit courses with the opportunity to earn college credit at no cost to the student. Students who attend GEO Next Generation High School will graduate with a minimum of a Core-40 High School diploma and up to 60 college credits and their associate degree.
JOB TITLE/REPORTS TO/TERM:
Head of School (the functional equivalent of Secondary Principal)
GEO Foundation CEO and Chief Academic OfficerThis is a full-time, year-round administrative position
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in school leadership and administration
Possess or demonstrate the ability to obtain an Indiana administrators license
Commitment to the mission and organizational goals of GEO Academies
Proven academic success with urban students
TAP Certified
At least two years of successful teaching or leadership experience in an urban environment.
Familiarity with Teach Like a Champion
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience or familiarity in one of the following areas:
Blended Learning with an online environment
Data-driven analysis and instruction
TAP[JL1]
Successful teaching or leadership experience in an urban environment
Successful experience as a building administrator with proven organizational, problem-solving and written and oral communication skills
Minimum of 5 years teaching and/or urban non-profit corporation experience
Expertise in school and/or organizational policy, procedures, and program development
Proven ability to motivate, inspire and manage a diverse staff
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to collaborate with others in an entrepreneurial spirit focused on improving student achievement and school excellence
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
As a secondary principal, the Head of School is expected to perform the following duties:
Work in concert with GEO CEO, Chief Academic Officer to build a team of dedicated faculty and staff;
Develop, train and evaluate all staff;
Recruit students through traditional channels and methods, as well as through the networks of the school’s institutional partners: Indiana Black Expo and Ivy Tech Community College;
Assist with the physical launch of the school on the corporate campus of Indiana Black Expo;
Ensure that the school, its faculty, staff and students, act in a manner that is supportive of Indiana Black Expo and the general community;
Ensure that the school meets or exceeds its enrollment targets;
Manage the school’s budget to ensure the school’s financial sustainability;
Monitor the implementation of the GEO Model such as TAP, TLaC, blended learning, college and career program, small group instruction and the use of all curriculum materials;
Support dean of students and teachers with discipline issues;
Help develop and maintain the school’s vision and goals for student achievement;
Articulate and foster the school’s desired culture;
Provide oversite and support to the staff and Assistant Principal;
Administer and implement all aspects of the TAP program;
Inform GEO CEO and Chief Academic Officer of any problems, concerns or suggestions that have an impact on the operation of the school;
Meet deadlines;
Participate in personal and professional growth activities;
Use all available research to evaluate instructional issues;
Work cooperatively with GEO team members;
Act as liaison for GEO/school;
Work in concert with GEO Foundation leadership team to monitor and maintain compliance for all grants and charter including DOE requirements;
Coordinate data-driven instruction with Chief Academic Officer and Master/Mentor Teachers;
Attend all regular GEO Academies Board meetings and report to the Board on the school’s academic and operational performance and the accomplishments and challenges facing the school;
Attend and participate in all GEO/School macro management meetings;
Support a welcoming and inclusive environment for parents, community, and other volunteers;
Support a strong culture of discipline and respect within the school community among students and staff;
Promote and cultivate a positive learning culture and climate in the buildings;
Implement and follow all Board and GEO Foundation policies and regulations;
Dress professionally and uphold all school policies; and
Perform other duties, as deemed appropriate.