School Leader

The School Leader serves as a lead learner and facilitator among a strong faculty of adults committed to bringing the SEEQS mission and vision to life. The School Leader fosters healthy, productive, and resilient interactions among members of the SEEQS community in service of students and their learning experiences.

Outcomes:

All students are exposed to powerful academic, social and emotional learning experiences and are supported in making mistakes, growing, and learning how to interact in the world.
All teachers and staff are supported in developing and implementing powerful learning experiences for students, and have conditions that foster them being healthy and happy members of the community in which they work.
All parents have access to gaining understanding of the SEEQS philosophy and are appropriately included in the conversations and experiences relevant to their children's learning.
Campus systems and processes run effectively in support of a safe learning and working environment.

The School Leader reports to the SEEQS Executive Director (ED)/Head of School.

Competencies

All SEEQS adults:

love working with and being mentors for young people
are passionate about the power of collaborating with others
are self-reflective, lifelong learners
are flexible and open to adjustments and improvements
have an excellent sense of humor
use technology proficiently
are committed to implementing sustainable practices and philosophy

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution
Minimum of two (2) years of leadership and/or administrative experience
Minimum of three (3) years classroom teaching experience
Understanding of adolescent physical, emotional, and intellectual development.
Knowledge of varied instructional strategies and experience coaching and supporting faculty in implementing them.
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, school personnel, parents, peers and other stakeholders.
Knowledge of how to support the needs of diverse learners, delivery methods, assessment, and staff development techniques.
Ability to promote, follow, and recommend Board and Administrative policies, along with building and department procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Educational Leadership, School Leadership, or Administration and Supervision

Advanced skill in dealing with students and staff with diverse needs at various levels.
Experience in aina-based learning
Experience working with non-profit and/or sustainabilty-focused partners on Oahu
Experience with project-based learning environments.
Experience with and commitment to implementing restorative practices

Role and Responsibilities

The School Leader has responsibility for the daily operation, administration, and management of the SEEQS campus community, fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff, and parents.

Community & Instructional Leadership

Pedagogy/Curriculum - Oversees the implementation of the essential elements of the SEEQS pedagogical model. Identifies pedagogical, curricular, and assessment goals; provides for coaching and professional development in service of those goals; works with the ED to evaluate progress towards goal achievement.
Parent Community - Ensures that families are informed about the key elements of the SEEQS model and the day-to-day operations of the school, and that parent inquiries and concerns are proactively addressed. Supports the cultivation of community among the families of SEEQS students.
Student Community - Ensures the implementation of the framework of the SEEQS school culture; including key community-building and community-maintenance structures. Promotes restorative practices in resolving student issues.
Faculty & Staff Community - Develops and nurtures a culture of reflective practitioners whose goal is to function as a cooperative community. Implements faculty and staff evaluation processes that allow for reflection and promote growth.

Operational Leadership

Staffing - Executes hiring processes and evaluates the ongoing success of teachers, staff members, and appropriate contracted providers who contribute to and enhance the school’s mission, vision, and operations.
Facilities Management - Ensures that student learning needs and the safety of staff and students are at the center of decision-making and prioritization.
Financial Management - Works with the ED to manage the campus budget to ensure that student learning needs and the safety and well-being of staff and students are at the center of decision-making and prioritization.
Compliance - Supports the ED to ensure compliance with State laws and submit required materials to oversight bodies, including but not limited to the Charter Commission.
Coordination - Coordinates with the DOE to ensure school practices are compliant with relevant Board of Education and State and Federal Policies, especially with respect to Special Education and 504.

Strategic Leadership

Public Relations - Supports the ED to sustain, build, and engender an effective public relations strategy to promote the school to relevant constituents.
Professional Development - Creates and engages in opportunities to develop, strengthen, practice, and share own leadership and pedagogical skills and expertise.

How to Apply

First, read our website thoroughly so you understand our mission, values, philosophy, and school schedule.
Then prepare and submit the following:

Cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
Resume (max 4 pgs)
Statement of Interest that answers the question “How would your leadership contribute to and align with the SEEQS community?” This statement may be in the form of a written letter, a video, or some other format that best helps you to tell us more about yourself and your interest in contributing to SEEQS. Limit your submissions to no longer than five minutes of audio or video, two single-spaced pages, or the equivalent.

Submit these items via email, as attachments or links (in user-friendly formats), to employment@seeqs.org.

Hiring Process

Round 1: Candidates for this round will be interviewed by telephone. SEEQS will contact candidates to schedule a 30-45 minute interview.
Round 2: Candidates who are invited to the second round of the interview process must prepare a portfolio or e-portfolio with examples of work to share with members of the SEEQS community. Candidates should be prepared to respond to interviewer questions with examples from previous low- and high-stakes scenarios and events .
Round 3: Candidates who are invited to our third and final interview phase may take part in and/or lead a collaborative work session with SEEQS faculty.
Final candidates must provide contact information for three to five references.

Application priority date was March 22, 2019, though applications will continue to be accepted on a ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Final candidates will be expected to provide college or university transcripts. Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of employment verification, background check, and fingerprinting.

The successful candidate will be hired as an ~11-month employee beginning in July 2019. Salary is subject to the HGEA 10-month EO salary scale (with additional compensated work for up to 4 additional weeks).
Benefits include the Hawaii Employee Retirement System (ERS) and medical and dental benefits administered through the Hawaii Employer Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (EUTF).

Physical Demands of the Position
Sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach above the shoulders, walk short distances, climb stairs, listen effectively, speak clearly, and visually observe staff and students on a routine basis.
Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position posted: 2/28/19