DIRECTOR, CTE INNOVATION HUB

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

6d•$109,416 - $134,013•Onsite

About The Position

The Director provides site-based leadership for a Career Technical Education (CTE) Innovation Hub serving part-time AM/PM students. The role leads CTE instructors and support staff, and/or a team of managers, in executing the business plan and ensuring that initiatives and programs align with district goals. The Director leads program delivery, staff performance and development, regional programming and enrollment, daily operations, and the responsible management of the Hub’s budget and resources. The Director serves as a regional CTE subject matter expert for schools, staff, students, families, and community partners. The position supports student achievement and career readiness, including outcomes such as industry credentials, college credit, and meaningful work-based learning. It also maintains a safe and respectful school environment and ensures accurate, secure, and confidential records and compliance with district policies and applicable state requirements. The role requires a willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement and to maintain the highest level of discretion regarding District matters, particularly those involving the Superintendent, Chief of Staff, and Board of Education. The employee must maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools. Denver Public Schools is the largest urban school district in Colorado, with 193 schools, over 89,000 students, and over 10,000 staff members. The district describes its mission as helping every learner thrive through vibrant classrooms and rigorous, culturally responsive learning experiences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, or an advanced degree or certification in a relevant workforce focus area.
Five or more years of related experience, including at least three years in a leadership role, or equivalent workforce leadership experience in scope and scale.
Current State of Colorado Principal License, Type D, or ability to obtain upon hire.
Colorado CTE Director Endorsement, or ability to obtain upon hire.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Experience analyzing data and using it for process and program improvements and to inform strategy.
Outstanding facilitation and communication skills, including the ability to inspire others.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to lead a high-performing team.
Superior leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
Ability to work with individuals at different organizational levels.
Proactive self-starter and leader who can anticipate department needs.
Strategic planning and organizational development knowledge and skills.
Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals, establish priorities, and organize resources.
Ability to motivate and influence others.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement and maintain strict confidentiality regarding District matters.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education or Business.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and/or database management skills.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for the CTE Innovation Hub, supporting effective program delivery, staff performance, professional growth, and alignment with district and CTE goals.
Lead and coordinate regional CTE programming and enrollment; work with regional schools and leaders to identify, recruit, schedule, and manage part-time AM/PM students and provide access to approved CTE programs.
Serve as a regional CTE subject matter expert and advise schools, staff, students, families, and community partners on programs, instructional practices, career pathways, industry expectations, and student opportunities.
Evaluate student needs, instructional effectiveness, program outcomes, and alignment with CDE’s “Big 3” outcomes: industry credentials, college credit, and meaningful work-based learning experiences.
Direct CTE curriculum delivery, maintain instructional standards, assign qualified personnel, and develop strategies to improve student achievement, growth, and development.
Develop and maintain a safe, respectful, and professional environment, including student conduct, discipline, safety, emergency procedures, and operations, in compliance with district policies and applicable state requirements.
Plan, develop, and administer the Hub budget and resources; monitor expenditures, staffing, facilities, equipment, supplies, and other resources.
Oversee daily CTE Innovation Hub operations.
Ensure accurate, complete, confidential, and secure management of enrollment, attendance, personnel, payroll, student performance, state reporting, evaluation, safety incident, and other required records.
Participate in district committees, special projects, and strategic initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community, while supporting students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.