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POSITION
Chief Academic Officer (C )
REPORTS TO
Superintendent of Schools and CEO
SUPERVISES
Directors, Assistant Directors, and Support Staff—Certified/Non‑Certified
POSITION SUMMARY
The Chief Academic Officer will plan, coordinate, and supervise the Pre‑K‑12 instructional program with an emphasis on content standards, supporting educators throughout the district in improving student academic achievement.
The Chief Academic Officer will have primary responsibility for ensuring that the Office of Academics, Office of Schools, Office of Special Education, Office of Student Support Services, Office of Strategic Partnerships & Fund Development, and Office of Performance and Accountability implement systems for continuous improvement in the design, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum, instructional practices, multi‑tiered systems of support, and learning pathways that support the success of all students.
This work includes the development of effective teaching, learning, and assessment practices within the construct of the district instructional vision, oversight of state and federal requirements, and monitoring of programmatic and policy effectiveness.
The Chief Academic Officer will maintain a relentless focus on data to manage performance and outcomes, and an unwavering commitment to accelerating equity and organizational excellence in support of the overarching priorities of Hartford Public Schools: Whole and Healthy Students, Expansive Learning and Opportunity, Skilled and Diverse Teams, and Operational and Management Excellence.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional Leadership
Plans, coordinates, and supervises the Pre‑K‑12 instructional program with a focus on content standards and student achievement
Oversees the implementation of effective teaching, learning, and assessment within the construct of the district instructional vision and best practices in pedagogy
Implements and supports curriculum, instructional and support services, and assessments to meet the needs of students in regular, special, multilingual, and gifted and talented education
Implements a multi‑tiered system of support that covers the entire continuum of services and delivery, including: special education, social work, psychology, speech and language pathology, college and career readiness, multilingual learners, and gifted and talented education, etc.
Drives efforts and implements policies to develop robust, valid, and reliable assessments aligned to state standards and the district Portrait of a Graduate
Partners with the Office of Schools and Office of Performance Accountability to ensure schools engage in regular continuous improvement cycles using data to analyze and revise practice
Leadership & Team Development
Supervises and evaluates Executive Directors of Instruction, Executive Director of Special Education, Executive Director of Student Support Services, Directors in the Department of Teaching & Learning, Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Partnerships & Fund Development, and Sr. Executive Director of Performance and Accountability
Plays an active role with the Cabinet and Executive Cabinet to support the implementation of the district's strategic operating plan, ensuring that all curriculum and instructional leaders across the organization function as an integrated team
Provides professional learning to senior leaders to create the conditions for leaders to lead for learning district‑wide
Creates a culture of high engagement and expectations with principals and other administrators during professional learning activities
Assists principals in the development of appropriate professional learning for faculty and staff
Ensures design and delivery of effective professional learning for all employees in alignment with the Strategic Operating Plan
Strategic Planning & Partnerships
Ensures alignment of instructional, human, and financial resources with the district's priorities and strategic plan
Provides input and progress monitoring for school improvement plans and ensures alignment with the district strategic operating plan
Embeds family and community engagement in all departmental initiatives
Maintains partnerships with critical stakeholders, including parents and guardians, teachers, principals, union leadership, higher education, business leaders, and associations
Serves as the Superintendent's designee in school improvement planning, policy implementation, and community relations
Acts as the Superintendent's designee for schools relative to special status designations — including Commissioner's Network, Alliance grants, and similar, including representing the district at the state level
Operations & Budget Management
Collaborates with the Office of Finance and Office of Talent Management regarding budget and talent priorities, budget formation, budget adjustments, and management of the impact to schools
Develops and implements a fiscally responsible sustainability plan for the departments
Ensures alignment of financial resources with system priorities and strategic goals
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES OF IDEAL CANDIDATE
Education & Experience
Advanced degree in Educational Leadership or a related field required
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in educational leadership
Demonstrated record of achievement in an urban school district and up‑to‑date familiarity with developments and trends in teaching and learning
Instructional & Technical Knowledge
Strong working knowledge of formative and summative assessment, curriculum, and professional development, with a track record of leveraging these tools to drive differentiated instruction and student achievement
Experience and knowledge in the development and implementation of Pre‑K through grade 12 curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development
Expertise in the use of educational technology systems to create accountability systems and facilitate student learning
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of school district operations
Proven ability to evaluate effectively and provide detailed, instructionally focused feedback
Ability to effectively manage budgets
Empathy & Commitment
Reform‑minded, innovative thinker and leader with an unwavering focus on students first
Deep understanding of the urban school system environment and a genuine commitment to improving student achievement
Passionately believes that all students can achieve at high levels
Demonstrates cultural competence and a deep understanding of and empathy for the issues facing urban families
High standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse set of stakeholders toward a common goal
Tailors message effectively for the audience, context, and mode of communication
Actively listens to others and effectively interprets others' motivations and perceptions
Builds consensus and resolves conflicts; exhibits willingness to have difficult conversations
Exceptional interpersonal skills with demonstrated success navigating complex environments while building and maintaining relationships, particularly in times of growth and change
Skillfully navigates existing political structures and systems
Problem Solving & Systems Thinking
Understands how various systems and departments interact to achieve long‑term goals
Understands systematic continuous improvement processes
Makes decisions using data and technological resources
Takes initiative to solve problems and create stakeholder buy‑in
Identifies and prioritizes mission‑critical issues with alignment of people, time, and resources
Offers innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems
Exhibits a strong focus on goals and results; sets clear metrics for success
Thrives in an achievement‑oriented and fast‑paced environment
Removes barriers or obstacles that make it difficult for principals to achieve their goals and ensures that school leaders have the resources they need to succeed
Demonstrates excellent execution and project management skills, including attention to detail, ability to balance the big picture with detailed steps, and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
Leadership Skills
Motivates, inspires, and moves other adults to action to achieve ambitious goals
Skilled at re‑envisioning, building, and managing a team, especially in a time of growth and change; excellent at identifying talent and leveraging each person's skills and contribution
Builds coalitions and works collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at all levels, including district personnel, students, families, communities, and advocacy groups
Establishes clear expectations, deliverables, and deadlines
Sets clear agendas and facilitates effective meetings
Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate staff from different backgrounds and skill sets
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Connecticut Intermediate Administrative Certification (092) is required; Superintendent of Schools (093) is preferred.
UNION AFFILIATION
Not Applicable
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is a twelve‑month position, and salary is by individual employment contract. The salary range is $175,000 to $195,000.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools’ online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at Internal candidates should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. Upon submission, candidates’ applications and supporting documents will be reviewed. Candidates who advance through the initial review will be invited to next steps in the selection process.
Position Subject to Available Funding
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action Employer, M/F/V/D
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Worksite address
hartford, CT, 06112, US
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