School Director
On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead a high-performing cross-functional team of educators and support staff while fostering a safe, trauma-informed culture through PBIS and MTSS implementation. Own the school's enrollment pipeline, driving recruitment and community outreach to achieve full FTE, and produce bi-monthly State of the School reports for stakeholders. Oversee student onboarding, daily academic functions including CTE exposure, and wraparound services to ensure meaningful post-graduation pathways. Act as the main financial steward by executing monthly budget reviews, managing supply inventories, and ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and state mandates. Balance strategic vision with operational execution to drive enrollment, retention, and state report card performance.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of leadership experience working directly with historically underserved student populations, opportunity youth, or in non-traditional educational settings
- Proven track record of taking full ownership of organizational outcomes and driving measurable, data-backed success
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills with demonstrated success navigating relationships with school boards, community partners, and families
- Proven ability to build effective teams and act as a highly effective coach/trainer to staff
- Exceptional technology and systems fluency; demonstrated ability to utilize CRM platforms (e.g. HubSpot), Student Information Systems (e.g. PowerSchool), attendance software (e.g. SWIPE), project management software, Google Workspace, and spreadsheets
- Deep alignment with Fusion Ed's mission and core values, demonstrating a voracious appetite for learning and continuous improvement
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to balance strategic vision and daily operational execution
Desired Qualifications
- Fluency in utilizing AI tools to improve administrative efficiency and content generation
- Familiarity with Ohio's charter school compliance, EMIS reporting, and graduation pathways
- Formal training or certification in trauma-informed care and restorative justice practices
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