Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Network Leadership & Strategic Execution:
- Partner with the Superintendent to implement the strategic vision, priorities, and operational objectives of the LTS Carolina Network.
- Support short- and long-term strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and network expansion.
- Provide leadership and oversight to assigned campuses, ensuring consistency in operational practices, educational programs, and organizational expectations.
- Collaborate with Vertex Academic and other functional teams to align campus priorities with network-wide objectives.
- Monitor organizational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement actionable solutions.
- Prepare and present operational updates, performance reports, and strategic recommendations to the Superintendent and Vertex Executive Leadership.
- Support communication and presentations to governing boards, including the North Carolina School Governing Board.
- Represent and act on behalf of the Superintendent when assigned.
New Campus Launch & Network Growth:
- Support the successful launch of the LTS Clemmons, NC campus for the 2027 6 academic year.
- Coordinate campus opening activities, including operational readiness, staffing, enrollment initiatives, and school culture development.
- Partner with Human Resources and campus leadership to recruit, select, and onboard founding school leaders and staff.
- Support enrollment growth through community outreach, marketing initiatives, and family engagement.
- Establish effective operational systems, leadership structures, and accountability processes to support a successful opening.
- Collaborate with Vertex Education teams to identify and address campus launch challenges.
- Support future campus openings and network expansion initiatives throughout North Carolina and South Carolina.
School Operations & Academic Performance:
- Provide direct operational oversight and leadership support to assigned campuses.
- Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement, attendance, retention, and operational effectiveness.
- Analyze academic and operational performance data to identify trends, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
- Partner with campus leaders to develop, implement, and monitor school improvement action plans.
- Support the alignment of curriculum, instructional practices, and academic programs with applicable state standards and network expectations.
- Ensure campus leaders implement effective systems, procedures, and accountability measures.
- Maintain an active and visible presence across campuses to support leadership teams and school operations.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and student-centered decision-making.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
- Support and, when assigned, lead regulatory compliance efforts across the LTS Carolina Network.
- Monitor and ensure timely completion of required state reports, regulatory filings, and compliance documentation.
- Serve as a liaison among state education agencies, charter authorizers, governing boards, LTS leadership, and Vertex Education.
- Maintain awareness of applicable North Carolina and South Carolina education laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify, address, and escalate compliance concerns and organizational risks.
- Collaborate with the Superintendent and Vertex Education on legal matters, regulatory issues, and federal grant funding allocation.
- Promote consistent implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and compliance expectations across campuses.
Leadership Development & Performance Management:
- Directly supervise assigned campus principals, school leaders, and other designated personnel.
- Establish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and leadership priorities.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to provide coaching, professional guidance, and performance feedback.
- Evaluate leadership effectiveness and support the development of high-performing administrative teams.
- Address employee performance concerns in accordance with organizational policies and in collaboration with Human Resources when appropriate.
- Participate in leadership recruitment, selection, and interview processes as assigned.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, professional growth, ownership, and accountability.
- Model effective leadership, sound judgment, professionalism, and commitment to organizational excellence.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Serve as a representative of Vertex Education and the LTS Carolina Network with governing boards, education agencies, families, employees, and community partners.
- Communicate organizational priorities, educational philosophy, programs, policies, and strategic initiatives effectively.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support campus leadership in resolving escalated parent and family concerns in a timely, professional, and consistent manner.
- Escalate unresolved or high-risk issues to the Superintendent as appropriate.
- Gather stakeholder feedback and implement strategies that strengthen school culture, family satisfaction, and community engagement.
- Participate in community events, leadership meetings, and other activities that advance network goals.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Participate in required meetings, professional development opportunities, and organizational training.
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and travel to meet campus and network needs.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or Vertex Education leadership.
Qualifications:
Education & Licensure:
- Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or a related field required.
- North Carolina or South Carolina school administrator licensure preferred.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of five years of teaching experience.
- Minimum of five years of educational leadership experience.
- Prior experience serving as a school principal required.
- Experience with district-level or central office operations, including oversight of district-wide departments.
- Demonstrated experience leading school operations, improving academic performance, and supporting instructional excellence.
- Experience aligning curriculum and instructional programs with state academic standards.
- Strong understanding of educational leadership, organizational management, and school operations.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience opening or launching a new school or campus.
- Experience overseeing multiple schools or campuses.
- Familiarity with charter school operations, governance, authorizer relationships, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience supporting enrollment growth, community engagement, and organizational expansion.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold school leaders accountable for results.
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning, manage school operations, and drive continuous improvement.
- Ability to analyze academic, operational, and compliance data to make informed decisions and develop actionable plans.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including presentations and conflict resolution.
- Ability to build effective relationships with governing boards, leadership teams, staff, families, and diverse communities.
- Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, diplomacy, and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
- Ability to adapt and lead effectively in a fast-paced, multi-campus environment with flexibility for travel and changing schedules.
- Commitment to collaboration, accountability, and organizational excellence.
Travel & Work Environment:
- Regular weekly travel between Clemmons, North Carolina, and Columbia, South Carolina campuses is required.
- Occasional travel to Arizona is required.
- Additional in-state and out-of-state travel may be necessary.
- Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to perform work involving prolonged sitting, standing, telephone communication, kneeling, stooping, and extended concentration.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced professional environment.
