2026 - 2027 School Year
Bridgeport Public Schools
Human Resources Department
45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324
Bridgeport, CT 06604

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR of SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

BOE CENTRAL OFFICE
UNAFFILIATED SALARY: $175,000.00

Reporting directly to the Superintendent, the Executive Director of School Leadership will be responsible for the overall turnaround efforts for all schools within the district. The Executive Director of School Leadership will supervise the principals of schools and ensure that resources dedicated to support school improvement initiative are aligned to effective school improvement strategies, leading to increased student achievement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Works with all schools, by providing supports, guidance, interventions and new strategies
• Oversees the development and monitors the implementation of School Improvement Plans, built on comprehensive school planning models
• Identifies immediate needs, develops action plans and supports continuous improvement models
• Drives change by example using leadership characteristics and strategies that are proven effective in turning around low-performing schools
• Works with principals to diagnose, plan and implement scientifically based school improvement strategies to increase the achievement of all students
• Guides the provision of technical assistance, coordination of district resources and support, and collection and dissemination of best practices
• Provides day-to-day guidance and support in decision making to the schools, to facilitate overall school management in the fiscal, operational and programmatic areas
• Facilitates collaborative planning meetings with school leadership teams
• Collaborates with school Cabinet members, leadership teams, and district support teams to identify, assess and implement leadership growth, assessment, curriculum, professional development, technology or other changes necessary to improve educational outcomes
• Continually assesses data to determine the effectiveness of all educational programs and class offerings in the schools
• Tracks and reports on the progress of the School Improvement Plans of all schools. Conducts informal and formal site reviews and provides actionable feedback to principals that align with school improvement plans
• Communicates progress to key stakeholder groups and incorporates their input
• Develops, supports, and facilitates the implementation of policies and procedures to guide school leadership teams and provide direct support systems for each school principal in the area of school improvement
• Collaborates with the district department leaders to coordinate strategies and services to assist the schools
• Assists schools in reviewing and evaluating the performance of teachers, other certified staff and non-certified staff
• Assist schools with School Improvement and Commissioner's Network Grants through planning and monitoring throughout the year.
• Assist schools with progress monitoring students' learning outcomes throughout the year and planning next steps.
• Evaluates the performance of the principals of the schools
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or their designee
• The above does not encompass all aspects and responsibilities of the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certified in Connecticut as an Intermediate Administrator (092)
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the area of educational administration and supervision, educational leadership or related field
• 30 graduate hours of credit beyond the master's degree
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience or service
• Five (5) years successful, full-time administrative or supervisory experience in an urban setting
• Knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process, including curriculum, instruction, assessment and professional development
• Ability to understand and incorporate trends and research that impacts a quality education, with a focus on effective school organization and management, teacher and leader effectiveness
• Committed to high academic standards for all students, with a successful record of improving student achievement, turning around school performance, closing achievement gaps and building a performance-based culture
• Demonstrated successful experience in program planning, design, implementation and assessment
• Demonstrated strong leadership and managerial skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with the entire school-community in order to effect school improvement
• Proficient in the use of computers and technology

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical, and cognitive, which comprise this position. The above is intended to be a fair representation of the "typical" demands of the position. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent.