About us
Why Not You Academy is a small business in EDUCATION in Des Moines, WA. We are professional, agile and our goal is to continue reimagining what free, high quality, public education can look like when built on a foundation of deeper learning, strong mentorship, and personalized pathways. With a culture of high expectations and high support, a student-driven and rigorous focus on preparation for college and career, and a diverse and inclusive community, we will grow to serve 416 students, grades 9-12. By design, we are a small community where every student is known. Our school is intentionally heterogeneous and reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We invite diverse, driven, and dynamic educators to join our team and support a new vision for high school in the 21st century.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
OPPORTUNITY
Why Not You Academy has a rare opportunity for an innovative, passionate Chief Executive Officer to build a growing public charter high school in the Seattle, WA area. We are seeking a visionary, optimistic, mission-driven Chief Executive Officer with a strong background in:
- Diversity, equity and inclusion as those concepts apply in a school setting
- Gap-closing academic instruction and instructional coaching
- Parent/family engagement
- Student engagement and student-centered practices
- Special education and accessible instruction
- Team management
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Enrollment management and community engagement
The Chief Executive Officer, working hand-in-hand with the volunteer Board of Directors, sets the tone, casts and holds a vision of excellence and has a firm belief that every student is capable of preparing for and going to college, if that is their desired path.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
CEO responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Lead Why Not You Academy
- Execute the terms of the charter contract, focusing on achievement of Organizational and Financial Performance Goals
- Report to and provide information to the Why Not You Academy Board of Directors, including attendance at all board meetings, applicable committee meetings, and regular check-ins with Board Chair
- Collaborate to execute board-approved budget and ensure that it is mission-aligned and enables schools to deliver a high-quality operational model via a safe, clean facility and resources needed for meaningful learning.
- Lead a process to co-create a 5 year vision that is rooted in community feedback
- Demonstrate the qualities of an influential communicator, equitable and efficient manager, strategist, and effective operational leader
- Set, measure, and achieve annual and long-term organizational goals, providing regular updates to core stakeholders about progress
- Ensure compliance with all reporting related to operations and finance, including transportation, school foods, attendance, authorizer reporting, and more
- Evaluate the Principal and staff satisfaction through annual surveys and exit interviews
- Oversee School Compliance
- Lead Organizational Fundraising & Financial Management
- Provide Staffing Support to the Board of Directors
- Lead Community-based Partnership Building
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Masters in Education, Business Administration or related area
- 3 or more years in School Administration and Principal Administrative Credential
- 5 or more years teaching a high school subject
- 2 or more year experience in a charter network/school
- Experience closing educational gaps for students
- A demonstrated passion for improving K-12 public education and the educational experiences of underserved communities, families and/or students
- Capacity to direct the collection of relevant data and use data for decision making in instruction, operations and for development purposes
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic with an entrepreneurial spirit; willingness to do whatever it takes to meet goals and get the job done
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; Spanish and/or Somali language skills are a plus
- Comfortable in an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment with a drive towards clarity and solutions
- Strong management and ‘people’ skills
- Demonstrated initiative, leadership and tenacity with a desire to grow as a professional
- Pass reference and required background/criminal checks
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; willing and adept at learning new software and project management tools
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Why Not You Academy seeks individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization and recruiting a team to reflect the rich diversity of South King County.
Why Not You Academy does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups as required by law.
COMPENSATION
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits plan as well as the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of students.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $148,395.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 4 years (Required)
- Budgeting: 4 years (Required)
- Leadership: 7 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Des Moines, WA 98198 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Des Moines, WA 98198: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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