Edmonds Cofield Preparatory Academy For Young Men, Founding Executive Director

ORGANIZATION

Edmonds Cofield Preparatory Academy for Young Men (EC Prep) is the first dedicated middle school for young men in New Haven. Our program is focused on transforming today’s boys and guiding them to be tomorrow’s men. EC Prep is where excellent teachers prepare diverse cohorts of young men to be resourceful critical thinkers who have achieved mastery of their learning. Through experience of and exposure to real world choices and responsibilities, our young men gain pride in themselves, their peers, and their work. Our graduates have entrepreneurial outlooks, a positive impact on society, a lifelong passion for learning, are ready to excel in high school and college, and are career oriented.

For more information about EC Prep, please visit www.edmondscofieldprep.org.

OPPORTUNITY

The Founding Executive Director will offer strategic leadership, overseeing all facets of school operations to ensure the realization of a comprehensive educational program aligned with the school's mission and vision. Responsibilities include coordinating administrative functions, cultivating a positive school culture, and championing academic excellence. Additionally, the role entails ensuring strict adherence to school policies and procedures while fostering a culture of accountability and transparency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities of the Founding Executive Director include:

Mission and Vision

• Develop and execute the school's mission and vision to create a rigorous and supportive environment for single gender education.

• Foster a safe and inclusive environment conducive to learning and personal growth.

People Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to all school staff, including academic and administrative personnel.
• Participate in the recruitment, selection, and mentoring of staff, fostering a collaborative and professional work culture.
• Anticipate challenges and problems before they occur, and quickly lead others in implementing a variety of effective and realistic solutions in a timely manner.
• Be adaptive and relational; have evidence of experience leading through influence and emotional intelligence.

Academic Leadership

• Supervise instructional practices, offering guidance and support to teachers through coaching, mentoring, and professional development initiatives.
• Has a proven track record of ensuring consistently high academic outcomes for all students and actively seeks innovative strategies to enhance student achievement. 
• Drive toward EC Prep’s vision by leveraging data-driven approaches to identify improvement areas, customizing interventions to support comprehensive student success, and establishing and adapting robust priority plans.

Organizational and Operational Leadership

• Adept at managing multiple projects and priorities across teams while implementing organized processes and systems to ensure thorough project management from inception to completion.
• Have a track record of driving operational efficiency and scalability through systems, process enhancements, and operational infrastructure; ensuring management of scheduling, enrollment, and curriculum development in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate results-oriented leadership with the ability to establish and maintain systems for organization-wide goal-setting and measurement of success.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Demonstrate experience partnering with parents, families, and community members as close collaborators, engaging them directly in supporting the overall mission and vision of the organization.
• Build a collaborative culture and trusting relationships with teachers, school staff, school leadership, and families so that stakeholders understand and are invested in the instructional vision, provide valuable support for student achievement, and remain productively engaged throughout the year and beyond.
• Prepare materials for Board meetings, including student academic achievement data and operational updates.

Financial Management

• Demonstrate competency in managing budgets, financial projections, revenue, and other fiscal responsibilities.
• Exhibit understanding of best practices regarding relevant rules, policies, regulations, and procedures for finances within the sector.
• Lead fund development strategies, raising funds to supplement state, federal, and local revenues.

Requirements

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and supervisory abilities, capable of motivating and inspiring teams toward shared goals.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of building positive relationships within the school community.
• Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail in managing complex operations.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks and multitasking in a dynamic environment.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal educational regulations and best practices.
• Problem-solving aptitude and creative thinking abilities.
• Budget management skills and proficiency in financial planning and reporting.
• Proficiency in using technology, including Google Products, Microsoft Office Suite, and related software applications.

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Education or related field, along with ability to acquire School Administrator Certification (092).
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience, preferably in a leadership capacity.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary of $130,000 - $150,000 and comprehensive benefits. More details can be provided upon request.

TO APPLY

EC Prep is looking for this leader to begin on July 1, 2024. For additional questions about this position or to speak with someone about your interest, please contact Nora Maligmat at nmaligmat@edgilityconsulting.com or at 510.495.0040.

As an equal opportunity employer, Edmonds Cofield Preparatory Academy for Young Men (EC Prep) hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected.