Siena Catholic Schools of Racine
Chief Academic Officer
Siena Catholic Schools of Racine, Racine, Wisconsin, United States, 53404
Siena Catholic Schools of Racine is seeking a dynamic and collaborative
Chief Academic Officer
to lead our diverse team in ensuring all students receive a high-quality catholic education. Siena Catholic Schools of Racine comprises six elementary/middle schools and one high school that serve more than 1,600 students.
Sharing your skills will guide the organization toward its goal of ensuring excellence in academics, nurturing faith formation, and developing healthy students. It will be important to have a genuine understanding, passion, and commitment to the mission, vision and values of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine in the tradition of Catholic education. We are dedicated to faith formation, academic excellence, community engagement and the individual growth of our students. This role demands a highly collaborative leader with a flexible mindset who embraces change and innovation. You’ll be an influencer who can motivate and excite a team of dedicated professionals. Your positive energy and genuine connections will be instrumental in driving the work forward in partnership with colleagues across the Siena Catholic Schools of Racine. The Chief Academic Officer will be a member of the leadership team and report to the President of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Position SummaryThe Chief Academic Officer is a twelve-month, salaried position primarily concerned with the development, implementation, operation, monitoring, and evaluation of the education program for Siena Catholic Schools of Racine. The Chief Academic Officer leads Siena Catholic Schools of Racine to excellence in academics and all aspects of school operations that relate to student learning. The CAO is a member of the Siena Leadership team and reports to the President of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and direction for all academic programs, within the rules and regulations of the standards with the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
Accomplishes academic goals and objectives consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Siena Catholic Schools.
Develops the organizational model for the academic team and supports the team’s development.
Utilizes educational research to guide curriculum decision-making which aligns with the system's mission and vision.
Supervises the school principals, Student Information Specialist and Academic Coordinator.
Qualifications
Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to implementing the Catholic vision, mission and values of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Wisconsin Administrator License of one of the following and more than 3 years of experience preferred: - Superintendent (5003) - Principal (5051) - Director of Instruction (5010).
Master's Degree with an emphasis in Educational Leadership Policy or Curriculum and Instruction.
Strong knowledge and understanding of curriculum, assessment and instructional best practices present PK-12th grade academic materials.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knows and understands applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to a Prek-Grade 12 school and school system.
Demonstrates experience in setting strategy for academic programs and evaluating progress of programs.
Demonstrates interest and success in promoting academic excellence in a school environment.
Demonstrates success in developing professional relationships and exercising leadership.
Demonstrates ability to recruit, manage, and retain high performing principals, teachers, instructional coaches, and staff.
Willingness to uphold and promote the mission, goals, and objectives of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Ability to develop professional relationships and be a leader in the school and greater Racine community.
Work Relationships & ScopeFrequent contact with Siena Leadership Team, Siena Board, Siena Principals and department heads, and parish staff. Occasional interaction with other Siena colleagues and third-party providers. Responsible for ensuring all necessary operations processes and practices are in place, well-documented, and well-functioning. Expected to exhibit extremely sound judgment in making decisions and be a thought leader, remembering that Siena's interests may be directly affected by their actions and decisions. Secures the approval of the President in making decisions when answers are not clear and further guidance or input is needed.
Work Environment(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Work is performed in a pleasant indoor school environment. May be exposed to heat, cold, wet and high humidity when traveling between sites. Work hours are somewhat flexible but generally 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Travel to other local Siena sites is required daily. Ability to work longer hours, as needed.
Physical Requirements(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Ability to communicate verbally with colleagues.
Audible speech and good hearing and eyesight.
Read/interpret digital and paper documents.
Physical dexterity to operate computer and other equipment.
Ability to perform occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling and crouching.
Ability to perform reaching and handling tasks for medium-duty to intricate work.
Walking up and down stairs.
Standing/walking for more than 50% of the day.
Occasionally lifting (from ground and also overhead) and carrying up to 50 pounds.
BenefitsSiena Catholic Schools of Racine offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan and a pension plan. Additionally, Siena offers a competitive compensation and vacation package.
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Chief Academic Officer
to lead our diverse team in ensuring all students receive a high-quality catholic education. Siena Catholic Schools of Racine comprises six elementary/middle schools and one high school that serve more than 1,600 students.
Sharing your skills will guide the organization toward its goal of ensuring excellence in academics, nurturing faith formation, and developing healthy students. It will be important to have a genuine understanding, passion, and commitment to the mission, vision and values of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine in the tradition of Catholic education. We are dedicated to faith formation, academic excellence, community engagement and the individual growth of our students. This role demands a highly collaborative leader with a flexible mindset who embraces change and innovation. You’ll be an influencer who can motivate and excite a team of dedicated professionals. Your positive energy and genuine connections will be instrumental in driving the work forward in partnership with colleagues across the Siena Catholic Schools of Racine. The Chief Academic Officer will be a member of the leadership team and report to the President of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Position SummaryThe Chief Academic Officer is a twelve-month, salaried position primarily concerned with the development, implementation, operation, monitoring, and evaluation of the education program for Siena Catholic Schools of Racine. The Chief Academic Officer leads Siena Catholic Schools of Racine to excellence in academics and all aspects of school operations that relate to student learning. The CAO is a member of the Siena Leadership team and reports to the President of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and direction for all academic programs, within the rules and regulations of the standards with the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
Accomplishes academic goals and objectives consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Siena Catholic Schools.
Develops the organizational model for the academic team and supports the team’s development.
Utilizes educational research to guide curriculum decision-making which aligns with the system's mission and vision.
Supervises the school principals, Student Information Specialist and Academic Coordinator.
Qualifications
Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to implementing the Catholic vision, mission and values of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Wisconsin Administrator License of one of the following and more than 3 years of experience preferred: - Superintendent (5003) - Principal (5051) - Director of Instruction (5010).
Master's Degree with an emphasis in Educational Leadership Policy or Curriculum and Instruction.
Strong knowledge and understanding of curriculum, assessment and instructional best practices present PK-12th grade academic materials.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knows and understands applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to a Prek-Grade 12 school and school system.
Demonstrates experience in setting strategy for academic programs and evaluating progress of programs.
Demonstrates interest and success in promoting academic excellence in a school environment.
Demonstrates success in developing professional relationships and exercising leadership.
Demonstrates ability to recruit, manage, and retain high performing principals, teachers, instructional coaches, and staff.
Willingness to uphold and promote the mission, goals, and objectives of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.
Ability to develop professional relationships and be a leader in the school and greater Racine community.
Work Relationships & ScopeFrequent contact with Siena Leadership Team, Siena Board, Siena Principals and department heads, and parish staff. Occasional interaction with other Siena colleagues and third-party providers. Responsible for ensuring all necessary operations processes and practices are in place, well-documented, and well-functioning. Expected to exhibit extremely sound judgment in making decisions and be a thought leader, remembering that Siena's interests may be directly affected by their actions and decisions. Secures the approval of the President in making decisions when answers are not clear and further guidance or input is needed.
Work Environment(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Work is performed in a pleasant indoor school environment. May be exposed to heat, cold, wet and high humidity when traveling between sites. Work hours are somewhat flexible but generally 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Travel to other local Siena sites is required daily. Ability to work longer hours, as needed.
Physical Requirements(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Ability to communicate verbally with colleagues.
Audible speech and good hearing and eyesight.
Read/interpret digital and paper documents.
Physical dexterity to operate computer and other equipment.
Ability to perform occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling and crouching.
Ability to perform reaching and handling tasks for medium-duty to intricate work.
Walking up and down stairs.
Standing/walking for more than 50% of the day.
Occasionally lifting (from ground and also overhead) and carrying up to 50 pounds.
BenefitsSiena Catholic Schools of Racine offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan and a pension plan. Additionally, Siena offers a competitive compensation and vacation package.
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