Description

• Lead in developing, executing, and achieving Aspire's vision, mission, strategies, and goals, ensuring alignment across school sites, regional teams, and Home Office functions.
• Serve as part of the  Bay Area Senior Leadership Team to problem-solve regional issues and support continuous improvement of Aspire-wide policies and procedures.
• Oversee and contribute to operational goals that prioritize student achievement, long-term financial sustainability, and risk mitigation.

• Develop and implement strategic plans to transform school, regional, and organization-wide operations, collaborating with key stakeholders to identify and drive process improvements.
• Direct operational best practices and communicate them through professional development, documents, and presentations.
• Review and analyze student attendance and enrollment data to guide principals
• Support principals and non-instructional staff in operational deliverables to ensure daily operational excellence.
• Manage and provide leadership for charter application, renewal, and compliance processes, fostering positive relationships with authorizers.
• Direct teams responsible for maintenance, custodial services, energy management, and capital projects.
• Manage regional  capital projects, coordinating with project managers to ensure compliance with building codes, and overseeing timely delivery of facilities projects like portable classrooms.

• Support the supervision and coaching of  school Business Managers and regional teammates, enhancing their capacity in operations leadership, feedback, and system management.
• Visit schools to monitor progress, develop principal capacity, and support the growth of Business Managers in achieving operational goals.
• Oversee and participate in principal and regional meetings to align operational practices and support leadership development.

• Act as liaison between the region and Home Office Operations, managing regional and national vendor relationships and contracts.
• Collaborate with IT and Data teams to implement strategies that enhance student learning and operational efficiency.

• Work with the Home Office and Regional Office employees to design and deliver professional development for principals and Business Managers.
• Plan, budget, schedule, and evaluate professional development for non-instructional staff.
• Co-plan and lead retreats for Office Managers/Business Managers to align professional growth with organizational goals.

• Oversee Data Analysis and Data Visualization teams to provide user-friendly tools for data-driven decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives for better coordination and communication across schools, regions, and the Home Office, fostering an environment of continuous feedback and growth.

• Hire, develop, and retain key talent to ensure the success of operations.
• Set clear goals, provide constructive feedback, and offer growth opportunities for team members.

• Champion and model Aspire’s core values, fostering a collaborative, customer-service-oriented environment that strengthens the relationship between schools, regions, and the Home Office.

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
• Ability to problem solve and articulate a clear vision for the region. 
• Broad knowledge of the methodology, procedures, policies, and practices of the specialties required to deliver  quality instructional support, with regard to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and culturally responsive teaching and leadership.  
• Comprehensive knowledge of Aspire Public Schools organization and operations. 
• Ability to manage fiscal and physical resources and to direct the operations of a broad range of activities through  other school and regional managers to successfully carry out instructional support activities.
•  Ability to design, develop, and direct the implementation of plans and programs. 
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with staff, students, and parents. 
• Ability to communicate skillfully, both orally and in writing, including preparing complex reports, making formal  oral presentations, and participating effectively in a variety of meetings. 
• Comfort with engaging in conversations that might push people out of their comfort zones, especially in regards to discussions about race and educational equity

• This role will require travel up to 80% time to schools across the region and will require some periodic travel to all Aspire regions and/or other locations for conferences/professional development

• Excellent human relations skills. 

• Bachelor's degree
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred 
• Possession of an administrative credential in school administration preferred 

• 7+  years of field experience in education
• 3+ years of school or district operational system leadership experience 

• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct varied and extensive teaching programs; ability to coordinate the  overall Developmental program for Aspire.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with principals, teachers, supervisors, other responsible  school officials, local and state officials, and with parents. 
• Experience working with students, families, and staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. 

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers