A hybrid Engineering Leadership role at Rocketship Public Schools.
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Vision, Systems, and Leadership Development
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Design and steward a clear, organization-wide vision for core leadership coaching and development systems for principal managers, including 1:1s, Real Time Coaching, School Leadership Team meetings, and professional development.
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Develop scalable resources, frameworks, and tools that enable Directors of Schools and Principals to lead high-quality, data-driven leadership routines.
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Establish consistent expectations and quality standards for leadership development and coaching practices across all regions.
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In partnership with the Academics and Learning and Development Teams, support design and facilitation of development opportunities for new and continuing principals.
Director of Schools (DoS) Partnership, Coaching, and Development
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Serve as a primary strategic partner and coach to Directors of Schools, strengthening their ability to support, develop, and hold school leaders accountable for excellent results.
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Design and lead a comprehensive DoS onboarding approach, including onboarding plans, training sequences, and ongoing development structures for Directors of Schools, including new Directors of Schools. Tailor support to address needs of new to position, new to network, or new to region team members.
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Build systems and templates that support Directors of Schools and school leaders in analyzing performance data, diagnosing root causes, planning for strategic staffing and schedules, and translating insights into action.
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Design and facilitate opportunities for consistent shared learning and community building among principal managers vis a vis communities of practice, site visits, and other coaching routines.
Turnaround and Transformation Support
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Partner with executive sponsor and working group to codify a system of support for Transformation Schools and regions requiring intensive intervention.
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Develop differentiated approaches for turnaround work versus direct support, ensuring schools in need of additional support receive targeted, high-impact partnership and resources.
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Embed temporarily in schools or regions, as needed, to stabilize leadership teams, implement foundational systems, and establish sustainable leadership practices.
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Act as the primary program strategic partner for assigned schools or regions requiring intensive, hands-on support.
Cross-Functional and Organizational Leadership
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Partner closely with program, regional, talent, and operations teams to align leadership systems with broader organizational priorities and supports.
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Use data and qualitative insights to assess the effectiveness of leadership development systems and continuously improve organizational strategy.
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Contribute to organization-wide planning, priority setting, and decision-making as a member of the senior program leadership team.
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8+ years of progressive leadership experience in education, nonprofit, or systems-level school support, including direct experience working with school leaders and regional leadership structures.
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2+ years experience as a supervisor of school principals.
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Demonstrated success designing and leading leadership development systems at scale.
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Strong background in coaching and developing senior leaders (e.g., principals, Directors of Schools, or regional leaders).
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Experience in a start up or growing organization
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Adaptability and problem solving skills; ability to navigate ambiguity
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Experience leading effectively in a mutli-regional organization.
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Exceptional analytical skills, including the ability to translate qualitative and quantitative data into strategic action.
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Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence and partner across levels of an organization.
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Deep commitment to educational equity and the success of students and communities served by Rocketship.
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Experience leading or supporting school turnaround, transformation, or intensive intervention efforts preferred.
Location and Travel
This role is strongly preferred to be based in Nashville, Milwaukee, or Washington, DC, with up to 50% travel to support schools and regions across the organization’s footprint. If based outside of these regions, travel could be up to 70% time.
Rocketship Public Schools
Engineering Leadership
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Rocketship Public Schools is a network of public charter elementary and middle schools. They are known for their innovative blended learning model, which combines personalized online instruction with traditional classroom teaching.
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