Executive Director
Tulsa, OK, United States
Position: Executive Director
Organization: Tulsa Legacy Charter School
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Work Model: Fully in-person
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
The Opportunity
Tulsa Legacy Charter School is a premier Pre-K through 8th-grade charter school in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We continue to grow and harness best practices to serve and empower our scholars each year. We are looking for an Executive Director who will be responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors. TLCS is seeking an Executive Director who will make the commitment to lead with determination, integrity and purpose and embody our CREATE values, i.e. C ommitment, R igor, E xcellence, A chievement, T eamwork and E mpathy.
Who You Are
Passionate Educator: You possess a passion and ability to build and sustain the TLCS PK-8 model in a high need, urban environment. You've had successful teaching and administration experience, with a pattern of increasing responsibility in education and administration. Your past experiences and actions reflect a commitment to the TLCS mission, vision, core values.
Great Communicator: You are reflective, self-aware and adaptable to the communication and work styles of others. A critical thinker and problem solver, you take initiative while being able to make difficult decisions.
Collaborator and Relationship Builder: You believe in the power of collaboration and would be able to build a collaborative culture with the TLCS network, community, staff, families and students. You demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Operational Excellence: You demonstrate strong financial intelligence and long term vision for fiscal stewardship; allocate resources according to school and board goals.
Responsibilities
Leadership Development (35%)
Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the school
Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the school's activities
Foster effective teamwork between the Board and the Executive Director and between the Executive Director and staff
Represent the school at community activities to enhance the school's community profile
Operations (20%)
Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the school
Ensure that the operation of the school meets the expectations of its stakeholders, Board and Funders
Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the school
Provide the collaborative leadership necessary to implement the school's mission
Support school culture initiatives to further develop the school culture
Plan and lead staff learning experiences through professional development and grade level meetings focusing on school-to-home communication, student engagement in and out of the classroom, and mentoring programs available to students, community engagement, and summer engagement/ staying connected
HR Management (15%)
Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices
Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
Recruit, interview and select staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the school's mission
Ensure that all staff receives an orientation to the school and that appropriate training is provided
Implement a performance management process for all staff which includes monitoring the performance of staff on an on-going basis and conducting an annual performance review
Coach and mentor staff as appropriate to improve performance
Instructional Management and Planning (10%)
Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's curricula, programs and services
Ensure that the curricula, programs and services offered by the school contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the Board
Monitor the delivery of instruction, programs and services of the school to maintain or improve quality
Fund Development/Management (10%)
Work with staff and the Board (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget
Work with the Board to secure adequate funding for the operation of the school
Research funding sources, oversee the development of fundraising plans and write funding proposals to increase the funds of the schools
Participate in fundraising activities as appropriate
Approve expenditures within the authority delegated by the Board
Ensure that sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization
Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organization
Community Relations (10%)
Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the school and to identify changes in the community served by the organization
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization
Work effectively with local media to create a strong, positive local presence; participate in select events and speaking engagements as a spokesperson for TLCS' mission and impact
Oversee brand development, social media presence, and marketing of schools
Qualifications
Must have Master's Degree in Education, Education Administration, Public Administration, or Business Administration
A minimum of 5 years work experience in nonprofit, charter school, or public school administration/leadership
Proven success in working with parents, teachers, and students to achieve educational equity in low-income, minority communities
Experience successfully operating and managing a multi-million dollar operation
A track record of developing and securing resources through philanthropy and other funding opportunities and developing strategic partnerships
Embody the Tulsa Legacy DNA, i.e. to believe in High Expectations Equals Results, Team & Family, Today Is The Day We Make It Happen, Whatever It Takes, Everything With Integrity, and Through College & Beyond. More information here.
Compensation & Benefits
$100,000 - $130,000 per year
403(b) Plan
Benefits (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability)
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma. We have two campuses, one is located at 6001 North Peoria Avenue, the other is located at 105 East 63rd Street
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