Chief Academic Officer (CAO) 2024-25 at Aspen Public Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
Aspen Public Schools Chief Academic Officer (CAO) sets the strategic vision and direction for the network’s academic program, including elements of curriculums, instruction, and assessment. The CAO collaborates with education partners to accomplish Aspen’s strategic plan goals. The CAO is the leader, spokesperson, and resident expert on academic programming and is charged with aligning education partners toward the organization’s vision. Ultimately, the CAO creates the conditions and drives the actions in which all students have equitable access to what they need to achieve their learning goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -Vision and Mission Setting/School Culture -Set a clear, compelling, and research-supported vision for academic excellence at Aspen, including developing and codifying an equitable academic model in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. -Lead the team in defining and consistently calibrating what excellent instruction is tied to each content area (clarity with the highest leverage inputs that must be true in all classrooms with all teachers)(See Aspen Core Competencies). -Ensure all assessments being utilized internally and goals tied to those assessments align with the vision for academic success and the overall mission and values of the organization. -Develop full clarity of the ideal student experience within each content area and align that ideal with the impact on student learning. -Flag bearer and advocate for the SEL program to be integrated throughout the school day. -Collaborates with Site Leaders and teams to support the program (Includes PBIS, Second Step, and new curriculums) -Cultivate a commitment amongst all team members -Subject to changes: other duties as assigned by CEO.
Requirements / Qualifications
Administration Credential required. Only applications with administration credentials will be considered. 5+ years of teaching experience A master's degree in an education-related field preferred 2+ years of management experience
Applicant application will be review in January 2024.
Requirements / Qualifications
Administration Credential required. Only applications with administration credentials will be considered. 5+ years of teaching experience A master's degree in an education-related field preferred 2+ years of management experience
Applicant application will be review in January 2024.
Comments and Other Information
Diversity, equity, and inclusion at Aspen Public Schools
Aspen Public Schools and its schools are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, both through our hiring practices and our focus on creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our way of working and educating students.
Aspen Public Schools, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, parenthood, citizenship status, creed, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Comments and Other Information
Diversity, equity, and inclusion at Aspen Public Schools
Aspen Public Schools and its schools are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, both through our hiring practices and our focus on creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our way of working and educating students.
Aspen Public Schools, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, parenthood, citizenship status, creed, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.