Islamic League of America
Head of Upper and Lower School
Islamic League of America, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Position Title:
Head of Upper and Lower SchoolPosition Type:
Full TimeNumber of Positions:
1Start Date:
2025-01-01Location:
Austin, TX, USAReports to:
Head of SchoolOur MissionTo promote educational excellence and meaningful faith in a diverse, caring environment to students who are secure in their identity, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible citizens dedicated to peace.The OpportunityWe are looking for a dynamic Head of Upper and Lower School who embodies our missions and values, has a track record of proven success, and is ready to take on an advanced leadership role. The leader in this role will:School Leadership (60% of time)
Preserve and promote the vision, mission, and core values of APA Academy.Create and develop procedures and processes that facilitate meeting the mission and goals of the school.Work with the Head of School to execute on the strategic vision, create an implementation plan to accomplish it, and adapt to internal and external changes as needed.Build a network that reflects diverse perspectives, promotes a positive, safe, and caring climate for learning, deals sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds, and communicates effectively with students, staff, and parents.Assist the Head of School in hiring and retaining high-quality team members that reflect our mission and values.Establish a safe school environment that is compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.Provide leadership and direction to staff (including mentors, administrative assistants, instructional coaches, and all teachers).Create a positive, achievement-oriented school culture through ceremonies, events, and award programs.Regularly monitor school, student, and staff performance data; and make appropriate, data-driven decisions to achieve school goals.Ensure effective processes are executed for maintaining and responding to student disciplinary issues, restorative practices, and enforcing campus and environmental rules.Build strong relationships with the community, families, students, and staff to ensure collective investment in our social and instructional priorities, initiatives, and expectations.Ensure the school campus is compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.Collaborate with the school team to plan, coordinate, and support family communications, meetings, and special events.Conduct research, write reports, and use the information to foster school improvements.Instructional Leadership (40% of time)
Regularly evaluate the performance of teachers and other school employees and coach them on their individual development.Closely monitor and respond to student grades and progress by identifying areas needing improvement and developing instructional best practices, and report outcomes to Head of School.Ensure frequent analysis of the effectiveness of curriculum and resources used for instruction.Maintain a pulse on new instructional research and new curriculum resources.Oversee all professional development provided to staff.Lead the college readiness process to ensure each high school student is prepared to meet the requirements for the graduation plan and college admissions.Oversee the coordination of the school’s co-curricular and extra-curricular activity programs.What We Look For
We want a leader who:Has a proven track record in successfully leading others and delivering positive results and outcomes for students and families.Leads with high integrity and is committed to the social, emotional, and academic needs of students.Values parents as partners in their child’s education.Effectively communicates with all stakeholders, including parents, Head of School, and staff in a timely manner.Has strong organizational and presentation skills.Demonstrates effective leadership skills with the ability to nurture leadership in others.Values the importance of this role as an instructional leader and is able to work with staff to improve teaching and learning.Has experience creating and implementing policies, and a demonstrated ability in creating and managing systems.Possesses strong collaboration and teamwork skills.Has excellent oral and written communication skills.Thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can respond with agility even under pressure.Has a growth mindset and uses feedback to improve practice.Builds relationships with others and has the ability to coalesce and build consensus from disparate points of view.Uses creative and critical problem-solving and decision-making skills to create solutions.Supports additional school affairs as determined by the Head of School.Minimum Qualifications
Five years or more of successful experience as a classroom teacher.Three years or more of prior administrative leadership experience.Knowledge of current educational practices, research, and application.Master’s Degree in Education.Prefer: Texas State Administrator & Supervisor certificate or equivalent.What We Offer
APA Academy offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Join Our Team
Please send your cover letter and resume to Kathy Jamil, Consultant, at kjamil@litconsulting.org.
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Head of Upper and Lower SchoolPosition Type:
Full TimeNumber of Positions:
1Start Date:
2025-01-01Location:
Austin, TX, USAReports to:
Head of SchoolOur MissionTo promote educational excellence and meaningful faith in a diverse, caring environment to students who are secure in their identity, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible citizens dedicated to peace.The OpportunityWe are looking for a dynamic Head of Upper and Lower School who embodies our missions and values, has a track record of proven success, and is ready to take on an advanced leadership role. The leader in this role will:School Leadership (60% of time)
Preserve and promote the vision, mission, and core values of APA Academy.Create and develop procedures and processes that facilitate meeting the mission and goals of the school.Work with the Head of School to execute on the strategic vision, create an implementation plan to accomplish it, and adapt to internal and external changes as needed.Build a network that reflects diverse perspectives, promotes a positive, safe, and caring climate for learning, deals sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds, and communicates effectively with students, staff, and parents.Assist the Head of School in hiring and retaining high-quality team members that reflect our mission and values.Establish a safe school environment that is compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.Provide leadership and direction to staff (including mentors, administrative assistants, instructional coaches, and all teachers).Create a positive, achievement-oriented school culture through ceremonies, events, and award programs.Regularly monitor school, student, and staff performance data; and make appropriate, data-driven decisions to achieve school goals.Ensure effective processes are executed for maintaining and responding to student disciplinary issues, restorative practices, and enforcing campus and environmental rules.Build strong relationships with the community, families, students, and staff to ensure collective investment in our social and instructional priorities, initiatives, and expectations.Ensure the school campus is compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.Collaborate with the school team to plan, coordinate, and support family communications, meetings, and special events.Conduct research, write reports, and use the information to foster school improvements.Instructional Leadership (40% of time)
Regularly evaluate the performance of teachers and other school employees and coach them on their individual development.Closely monitor and respond to student grades and progress by identifying areas needing improvement and developing instructional best practices, and report outcomes to Head of School.Ensure frequent analysis of the effectiveness of curriculum and resources used for instruction.Maintain a pulse on new instructional research and new curriculum resources.Oversee all professional development provided to staff.Lead the college readiness process to ensure each high school student is prepared to meet the requirements for the graduation plan and college admissions.Oversee the coordination of the school’s co-curricular and extra-curricular activity programs.What We Look For
We want a leader who:Has a proven track record in successfully leading others and delivering positive results and outcomes for students and families.Leads with high integrity and is committed to the social, emotional, and academic needs of students.Values parents as partners in their child’s education.Effectively communicates with all stakeholders, including parents, Head of School, and staff in a timely manner.Has strong organizational and presentation skills.Demonstrates effective leadership skills with the ability to nurture leadership in others.Values the importance of this role as an instructional leader and is able to work with staff to improve teaching and learning.Has experience creating and implementing policies, and a demonstrated ability in creating and managing systems.Possesses strong collaboration and teamwork skills.Has excellent oral and written communication skills.Thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can respond with agility even under pressure.Has a growth mindset and uses feedback to improve practice.Builds relationships with others and has the ability to coalesce and build consensus from disparate points of view.Uses creative and critical problem-solving and decision-making skills to create solutions.Supports additional school affairs as determined by the Head of School.Minimum Qualifications
Five years or more of successful experience as a classroom teacher.Three years or more of prior administrative leadership experience.Knowledge of current educational practices, research, and application.Master’s Degree in Education.Prefer: Texas State Administrator & Supervisor certificate or equivalent.What We Offer
APA Academy offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Join Our Team
Please send your cover letter and resume to Kathy Jamil, Consultant, at kjamil@litconsulting.org.
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