Director of K-12 Education

Reynoldsburg City School District•Reynoldsburg, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ Director of K–12 Education is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the district’s instructional program by collaborating with the Superintendent, district administrators, principals, teachers, and community stakeholders to improve student achievement and organizational effectiveness. The Director leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning, leadership development, and district improvement initiatives to ensure equitable, high-quality educational opportunities and positive outcomes for every student from PreK–12.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Ohio Principal or Administrative License
Minimum of five (5) years successful experience as a building principal or district administrator
Valid Ohio educator license
Current OPES 2.0 credential or ability to obtain certification
Demonstrated leadership in instructional improvement and organizational effectiveness
Knowledge of: Curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school improvement systems.
Knowledge of: Ohio educational law, accountability systems, and district instructional initiatives.
Skilled in: Instructional coaching methodologies and leadership development strategies.
Skilled in: Organizational systems, cross-functional communication, and interpersonal problem-solving.
Skilled in: Cultural competence and applying frameworks dedicated to educational equity.
Skilled in: Strong fiscal stewardship and strategic resource management.
Skilled in: High-level written and oral communication.
Ability to: Analyze complex datasets to develop targeted, strategic action plans.
Ability to: Lead structural organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to: Establish positive, collaborative relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners.
Ability to: Manage multiple high-priority projects while maintaining absolute confidentiality and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising and coaching principals and assistant principals
Experience leading curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning initiatives
Knowledge of Ohio’s Improvement Process, MTSS, Science of Reading, and evidence-based instructional practices
Experience implementing OTES 2.0, eTPES, and OPES
Demonstrated success improving student achievement through data-informed leadership
Experience leading district-wide change initiatives
Experience working effectively with diverse student populations and communities

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for district instructional programs aligned with the Board of Education’s vision and strategic plan.
Coach, mentor, supervise, and evaluate principals and assistant principals to strengthen instructional leadership.
Build leadership capacity through coaching, collaborative problem-solving, and professional learning.
Conduct instructional walkthroughs, classroom observations, and leadership coaching to improve instructional quality.
Lead district instructional leadership meetings and principal professional learning.
Promote a culture of high expectations, accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Utilize multiple measures of student achievement, attendance, behavior, and climate data to guide district decision-making.
Partner with principals to identify school improvement priorities and implement evidence-based solutions.
Provide oversight of master schedule development and implementation to maximize instructional effectiveness, equitable student access, and efficient staffing.
Recommend staffing, scheduling, and organizational decisions to the Superintendent or designee.
Coordinate implementation of district instructional initiatives across all schools to ensure consistency and fidelity.
Lead curriculum review, development, implementation, and evaluation across PreK–12.
Ensure curriculum alignment with Ohio Learning Standards and district priorities.
Oversee district assessment systems and monitor implementation of balanced assessment practices.
Support effective instructional practices through coaching, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
Monitor implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to address academic, behavioral, attendance, and social-emotional needs.
Collaborate with Special Education, English Learner, Gifted, Career Technical Education, and Student Services departments to improve outcomes for all students.
Analyze district achievement and accountability data to identify trends and develop improvement strategies.
Ensure equitable access to rigorous learning opportunities and instructional resources for every student.
Design, implement, and evaluate district professional learning aligned with strategic priorities.
Coordinate leadership development for principals, assistant principals, instructional coaches, and aspiring administrators.
Support implementation of Ohio’s educator and administrator evaluation systems.
Develop systems that strengthen educator effectiveness and instructional leadership.
Foster collaborative learning communities focused on improving student achievement.
Lead district continuous improvement planning and implementation.
Support principals in developing, monitoring, and evaluating School Improvement Plans.
Assist schools in establishing measurable academic and organizational goals.
Monitor state and federal accountability requirements and ensure compliance.
Coordinate district improvement initiatives and evaluate program effectiveness.
Foster safe, inclusive, equitable, and student-centered learning environments.
Promote positive school culture through collaborative leadership and shared accountability.
Support initiatives that strengthen student engagement, attendance, and well-being.
Encourage innovation while maintaining high expectations for academic excellence and operational effectiveness.
Build collaborative partnerships with families, community organizations, higher education, and business partners.
Communicate district instructional priorities and student achievement initiatives effectively.
Represent Reynoldsburg City Schools on local, regional, and state educational committees.
Serve as an ambassador for Reynoldsburg City Schools by promoting its mission, vision, and strategic goals.