Chief Academic Officer (CAO) at AIMS K12 College Prep Charter District
Job Summary
Job Summary
JOB GOALS: The Chief Academic Officer provides direct support and feedback to instructional staff on the development of district-wide school improvement efforts and the related programs that support student AIMS K-12th This position is responsible for managing MTSS Director and all matters related to the development and delivery of instructional programs, professional development, and use of instructional technology district wide. This position is responsible for the management of instructional services based on the effective use of data, collaborative processes that include all stakeholder groups, and the use of research based instructional strategies. The Chief Academic Officer makes budget and staffing projections/allocations for the maximum effective use of human and financial resources in the academic department. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.) ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Instructional Management & Leadership: - Ensures and directs and coaches school leaders on managing various aspects of the instructional program, including planning, staffing, curriculum, and assessment with the AIMS K-12 mission and vision. - Ensures the schools leadership are following through on the school goals for student achievement and performance with Alameda County Education and local authorizers. - Ensure that data, evaluations and informed practices are being carried out through metric and review of collaboration between Head of Schools K-8, Head of Schools 9-12th, MTSS Director and school community. - Reviews high quality instruction and provides feedback to MTSS Director and school *Select View Job Description to see full list of responsibilities
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred Administrative Credential but not required Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required Preferred Master’s degree in leadership or education preferred not required 3-5 years of successful teaching 3 years of Administrative experience in the educational environment. Experience in working with 9th-12th students Valid California Driver’s License Fingerprinting & Tuberculosis test KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: - Possess excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills to navigate and support teachers - Able to manage complex tasks efficiently and effectively; - Possess an adept understanding of academic standards and teaching practices, as well as have a strong knowledge of safety guidelines; leadership skills, and change management
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Work Position (Percentage of Time): Standing: 30 Walking: 20 Sitting: 50 Minimum Body Movement (Frequency): None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4) Lifting (lbs.): 15-18 Lifting: 2 Bending: 2 Pushing and/or Pulling Loads: 1 Reaching Overhead: 1 Kneeling or Squatting: 1 Climbing Ladders: 0 Climbing Stairs: 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION: AIMS College Prep Charter District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, ancestry, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, national origin, or mental or physical handicap in any of its policies or procedures related to admissions, employment, educational services, programs or activities.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred Administrative Credential but not required Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required Preferred Master’s degree in leadership or education preferred not required 3-5 years of successful teaching 3 years of Administrative experience in the educational environment. Experience in working with 9th-12th students Valid California Driver’s License Fingerprinting & Tuberculosis test KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: - Possess excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills to navigate and support teachers - Able to manage complex tasks efficiently and effectively; - Possess an adept understanding of academic standards and teaching practices, as well as have a strong knowledge of safety guidelines; leadership skills, and change management
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Work Position (Percentage of Time): Standing: 30 Walking: 20 Sitting: 50 Minimum Body Movement (Frequency): None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4) Lifting (lbs.): 15-18 Lifting: 2 Bending: 2 Pushing and/or Pulling Loads: 1 Reaching Overhead: 1 Kneeling or Squatting: 1 Climbing Ladders: 0 Climbing Stairs: 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION: AIMS College Prep Charter District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, ancestry, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, national origin, or mental or physical handicap in any of its policies or procedures related to admissions, employment, educational services, programs or activities.
Comments and Other Information
AIMS covers 100% insurance premium cost of employees:
Kaiser Gold 80 HRA
Dental
Vision
Life AD&D
AIMS offers:
(11-Month Employment Contract)
Flexible Spending Account
Cancer, Accident, Disability, Pet Insurance
403(b) Options with Match
Sick Leave
25 Paid Non-workdays (per AIMS Calendar)
Comments and Other Information
AIMS covers 100% insurance premium cost of employees:
Kaiser Gold 80 HRA
Dental
Vision
Life AD&D
AIMS offers:
(11-Month Employment Contract)
Flexible Spending Account
Cancer, Accident, Disability, Pet Insurance
403(b) Options with Match
Sick Leave
25 Paid Non-workdays (per AIMS Calendar)
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/25/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$141,651.91 - $152,599.34 Annually
$141,651.91 - $152,599.34 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$141,651.91 - $152,599.34 Salary/year With 17.5K worth of Benefits
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time