What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director (7-12) position at ALA Blythewood?
American Leadership Academy-Blythewood will be opening doors in 2026 in South Carolina and is now accepting applications for a Campus Director (7-12).
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Defines the responsibilities and accountability of staff members and develops plans for interpreting the school program to the community.
- Evaluates student progress in the instructional program by means that include the maintaining of up-to-date student data. The director supervises and appraises the performance of the school staff.
- Set and enforce rigorous standards for student achievement that are in line with the goals of ALA.
- Create a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students and families.
- Oversee all programs, services, and activities to ensure that program objectives are met.
- Manage student enrollment process to ensure that the school achieves its targeted enrollment projections.
- Ensure appropriate standards of student behavior, performance, and attendance and ensures that all disciplinary issues are addressed fairly and immediately.
- Work with teachers to improve their teaching practice through coaching, professional development, modeling, and collaborative planning.
- Recruit, select, and hire school staff, including teachers and school-based support staff.
- Serve as liaison between teachers, parents, and the community.
Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing ALA team:
- Leadership and team collaboration skills
- Positive interpersonal and communication skills
- Organizational skills and self-management to effectively handle multiple responsibilities
- Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals
- Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills
- Self-motivation
- Dependability
Minimum Requirements:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Years of experience in a management or leadership position
Preferred Requirements:
- Years of experience in an educational setting
American Leadership Academy-Blythewood offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401K investment options including employer contributions.
Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documentation:
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Letters of recommendation (2-3)
