Job Description:
Arts Academy Charter Middle School (AACMS) 1610 East Emmaus Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103
Title of position: Executive Director  Position type: Full time
Pay range: $90,000- $115,000

The Executive Director is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the school. This includes but is not limited to, fiscal management, regulatory compliance and serving as the direct support to administrative staff. The Executive Director plans, implements, and evaluates all aspects of operations. He/she recruits team members and has a direct responsibility to create and maintain a high functioning working environment. He/she maintains positive parental and staff satisfaction, and ensures a high-quality academic education blended with a strong emphasis on the arts. The Executive Director complies with all local, state, and federal regulations, has vast knowledge of business and focuses on creating a safe school.

SUPERVISES: Has oversight of all school administrative and teaching staff.
REPORTS TO: The Board of Directors
ROLE: The Executive Director shall be the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the school. She/he is
responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the school; administrative oversight of all instructional, business or other operations of the school; and for advising and making recommendations to the Board of Directors with respect to such activities. In this capacity the Executive Director will have the authority to speak on all matters before the Board in a non-voting capacity.

Qualifications: Minimum of a bachelor's degree; extensive business/managerial experience; minimum three years’ experience in an educational position or equivalent; superior written and oral communications skills; well respected as a community leader; exemplary human relations skills; and experience with at least one of the school’s arts enrichment areas such as Dance, Instrumental Music, Literary Arts, Theater, Visual Arts and Vocal Music.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Executive Leadership
Financial Management and Reporting
Human Resource Management
School Operations; Facility Management
Student Information and Compliance Reporting

• Models high ethical and professional standards; consistently promotes the vision and mission
• Maintains oversight of all staff; evaluates the administrative staff annually
• In conjunction with the Board, parents, and staff, participates in strategic planning activities
• Prepares and submits an annual succession plan for staffing in case of an emergency
• Maintains a positive and collaborative working relationship with all stakeholders ( staff, vendors, etc.) attends Board Retreats
• Negotiates shared service agreements with school districts if applicable and major third party service agreements
• Oversees the academic and artistic performance of the school as measured on assessments
• Effectively communicates regularly with stakeholders ( Authorizing School District, teachers, etc.)

Who We Are: The Arts Academy Charter Middle School (AACMS) is an arts-focused public school of choice serving eastern Pennsylvania students in grades five through eight. We believe children who study the arts grow to become organized, resilient, and compassionate adults. That’s why our unique approach to public education balances academic study with artistic exploration—every day. Our highly-qualified teachers endeavor to create an inclusive community of student artists that celebrates each individual’s talents while striving for a shared goal of academic and artistic excellence. As such, we support the needs of all our students, including those with disabilities.
For more information: https://www.arts-cs.org/Home