Middle School Director at Community Roots Academy
About the Employer
Community Roots Academy’s (CRA) mission is to be a premier project-based school where children are deliberately taught to see the connections between their formal education and the world. Collaboration, creativity, adaptability, reflection and evaluation are embedded in CRA philosophy, governance, curriculum and daily operations. Our educators collaborate with community-based organizations to create learning experiences that build efficacy, confidence, empathy, a sense of purpose, and connections to the real world. CRA is a place to learn about whom we are and empowers us to grow into the individuals we aspire to be.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Middle School Director serves as the school's instructional and administrative leader, responsible for fostering a positive learning environment, ensuring the academic success of all students, and overseeing daily operations. This role requires awareness of current trends and challenges in middle school education and an understanding of effective strategies for creating an inclusive and equitable school environment. JOB DESCRIPTION https://cra.bamboohr.com/careers/80 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level. Prior administrative or leadership experience is strongly preferred. REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state. Possession of an Administrative Services Credential from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 403 (b) Retirement Plan Employer-Paid Life Insurance Paid Time Off School's First Credit Union Membership Before and after school childcare Work Hours; 7:30 am- 4:00 pm Employment Type; Full-time, exempt Length of Work Year: TBD
Requirements / Qualifications
-Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state. -Possession of an Administrative Services Credential from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
For supplemental questions response, please reference the following prompt. You are reviewing beginning-of-year data and discover the following: -Reading and mathematics achievement declined during the previous school year. -Student attendance rates have decreased. -Teachers report concerns regarding student engagement and motivation. -Parent participation in school events has significantly declined. -Staff members indicate that communication and collaboration among departments need improvement. As the Middle School Director, describe your first 90-day action plan. In your response, address: -The data you would review -Your immediate priorities -How you would support teachers -How you would engage students and families -How you would build a positive staff culture -How you would measure success
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- Copy of Transcript (Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field) OR Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least 3)
- Resume
- Administrative Services Credential OR Other (Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state)
Requirements / Qualifications
-Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state. -Possession of an Administrative Services Credential from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
For supplemental questions response, please reference the following prompt. You are reviewing beginning-of-year data and discover the following: -Reading and mathematics achievement declined during the previous school year. -Student attendance rates have decreased. -Teachers report concerns regarding student engagement and motivation. -Parent participation in school events has significantly declined. -Staff members indicate that communication and collaboration among departments need improvement. As the Middle School Director, describe your first 90-day action plan. In your response, address: -The data you would review -Your immediate priorities -How you would support teachers -How you would engage students and families -How you would build a positive staff culture -How you would measure success
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- Copy of Transcript (Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field) OR Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least 3)
- Resume
- Administrative Services Credential OR Other (Valid administrative or principal certification as required by the state)
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
6/8/2026
Contact
Ingrid Beaty
949-831-4272
949-831-4272
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Length of Work Year
10.5 months
Employment Type
Full Time