2026-2027 Dean of Operations

Ednovate • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a dedicated team that fosters autonomy and creativity, while receiving a competitive salary, opportunities for career and personal growth, and the gratification that comes from creating positive multi-generational change. Ednovate Background Ednovate launched its first school in 2012. Since then, we’ve grown to eight schools and are on a trajectory to reach 11 schools in just the next few years. Ednovate is committed to serving areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college-prep education by building tuition-free, safe, high-performing public schools driven to create positive multi-generational change. We are made up of world travelers, nacho connoisseurs, KPOP business owners, and Beyonce fans. We love LA and OC, and we're our students' biggest cheerleaders. We are looking to hire innovative changemakers who aim to continue our goal of becoming the high school experts across Southern California. Sound like you? Keep reading. Position Overview As a Dean of Operations at Ednovate, you will be responsible for leading operational excellence at your school site to ensure that the school is safe, efficient, fully enrolled and financially healthy, with resources readily available and aligned to educational priorities to enable the highest level of learning. You will supervise the school’s operations team, and collaborate closely with other members of the leadership team, school staff, parents, and the network support team. This role is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong organizational, systems, attention to detail, and communication skills looking to create positive multigenerational change in a collaborative, results-oriented environment. This is a full-time, exempt role that reports to the Principal.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, required

Nice To Haves

• 4+ years of experience working in school operations, preferred
• People management experience, preferred
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage the school operations team. Directly supervise an Operations Coordinator and Operations Assistant, building their capacity to execute on all school operations tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Model top-notch customer service and Ednovate’s values so that staff, students, visitors and families have a high-quality experience in every interaction.
• Manage external vendors, including but not limited to custodial and nutrition teams.
• Meet all school and network goals for operations, including but not limited to attendance, student records, meals, cleanliness, school safety, and technology.
• Create and drive the implementation of systems and processes that maximize time for instruction and create an environment conducive to safe and joyful learning.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for improvement and implement cost-effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Oversee all school events so they are planned in a timely manner and within budget, lead purchasing, and adhere to all financial procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure all data is kept accurate in the Student Information System.
• Collaborate with staff across the school and network to share best practices and contribute to the continuous improvement and growth of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent salary ($90,000 to $115,000, depending on background and experience)
• Medical, dental and vision coverage - including a fully-paid medical and dental option for employees and their families - and flexible spending account options
• Paid family leave, short-term disability and life insurance benefits
• Fitness and entertainment discounts
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 403b retirement savings plan, with company match
• A place to grow, learn and be a part of the Ednovate family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager