School Director

The School Director (“Director”) serves as the instructional, operational, and growth leader of Cogito Academy. The Director is accountable to and receives direction from the Board of Directors (“Board”) and the contracted Education Management Organization, Tutelage School Solutions (“TSS”). In addition, the Director leads and works collaboratively with the school team.

The position will require an experienced leader that can:

• Achieve the enrollment and retention goals as set by the Board and TSS.
• In collaboration with the TSS, develop and implement strategic recruitment, marketing, and
  communication plans to reach targeted audiences.
• Communicate clearly and enthusiastically to all team members and prospective students and their
  families to foster a strong school community.
• Conduct regular personnel meetings for the proper functioning of the school.
• Manage the school in accordance with federal/state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
• Ensure that facilities are maintained and furnished according to standard by working closely with
  TSS. Guide team members to use and manage resources prudently. Maintain emotional control
  and stability in all activities of this position for the safety and well-being of children and
  personnel.
• Have superior negotiation skills, knowledge, and ability to manage and develop personnel and
  students at the school.
• Other duties as assigned by the school’s Board of Directors or TSS.