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REDDING SCHOOL OF THE ARTS An Amazing Superintendent/ Executive Director Leadership Opportunity Redding School of the Arts, located in Redding, California, is seeking a new Superintendent/Executive Director that will join our team in the school year 2021- 2022 and collaborate with the outgoing Executive Director to ensure a smooth transition of leadership. This Superintendent/Executive Director will have the privilege of planning and leading Redding School of the Arts (RSA) in creating an Early College High school starting with 9th and 10th grade in the 2022-2023 school year. RSA is currently structured as an independent, K-8 visual and performing arts charter school within the Columbia Elementary School District. RSA has established an excellent academic record, is well-governed, fiscally sound with substantial reserves, and has a fully collaborative relationship with its chartering district. RSA occupies a gorgeous campus that is LEED Platinum Certified. It was built for RSA by the McConnell Foundation of Redding in 2011. Redding School of the Arts – LEED Platinum School Campus https://www.mcconnellfoundation.org/portfolio-posts/redding-school-of-the-arts/ As the school moves into the future, RSA requires a dynamic and enthusiastic leader to build upon Redding School of the Arts’ reputation as a leader in visual and performing arts education, Mandarin Immersion Program and academic performance. The school was recently re-chartered for five years and includes the expansion of its program into high school with an Early College High School model. This exciting new venture will offer the right candidate a wonderful opportunity to take Redding School of the Arts into its next decade. Location: Redding, CA Enrollment: K-8 school 600, High School anticipated 225 Salary: $116,998 - $149,000 Closing Date: Until filled Starts Date: August 1, 2021 (approx.) Contact: Margaret Johnson (mjohnson@rsarts.org) Specific Superintendent/ Executive Director functions include but are not limited to overseeing RSA’s administrative, programmatic, organizational, fiscal, and legal management, and building strong partnerships with all stakeholders in our school, county, region and state while driving RSA toward its mission and vision. Some of the Executive Director’s most essential job responsibilities include: - Provide visionary leadership and guidance of the school toward its mission and vision in the next decade; - Launch the Early College High School - Oversee the successful continuation of the theme-based educational program including the visual and performing arts to the RSA community; - Continue strong effective communication and collaboration with all stakeholders; - Work with other organizations such as, but not limited to, the County Office of Education, McConnell Foundation, Shasta Community College and local universities in pursuance of RSA’s educational and business needs; - Ensure compliance with state and federal charter school laws; - Provide ongoing fiscal oversight and planning-- including budget development, audit reviews, and interfacing with the CFO; - Serve as the public face of the school to the school community and other stakeholders and always advocate for its best interests. Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required - Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders; - Effective communication: public-speaking, listening, written language, and team-building skills; - Strong decision-making and effective problem-solving skills; - Solid organizational, time-management, prioritization, and delegation skills; - Effective conflict resolution, interpersonal, and performance management skills - Ability to serve as a strong advocate for staff/school and to be its ambassador to outside agencies, organizations and educational institutions; - Solid understanding of state and federal charter school laws and charter school operations; - Strong knowledge of curriculum, both K-8 and high school A-G requirements; - Knowledge of special education law, delivery of special education services, and curriculum; - Knowledge of visual and performing arts education benefits to students; Education/Experience/Qualifications - 4-year degree required; Master’s Degree preferred; Doctorate or another professional certificate as appropriate; - Valid California or other state Administrative Credential; - 3-5 years of Administrative experience with grades 6-12 experience preferred; - Budget experience desirable; development, implementation and auditing preferred. If you would like to know more about Redding School of the Arts, please visit the school website at Redding School of the Arts: Home (https://www.rsarts.org.) There, you can view posts featuring our performances, assemblies and art exhibits. For more information on the community of Redding, visit the Redding Chamber of Commerce website at https://www.reddingchamber.com/about-redding. Apply for this position by completing the application on Edjoin.com.