Director of Operations Fellow

Roxbury Prep Charter School•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Director of Operations Fellow is a full-time position designed to prepare Fellows to become Directors of Operations (DOOs) at Uncommon Schools. DOOs partner with school Principals to lead school operations and help ensure students receive an exemplary education. Fellows serve as full-time members of an existing school's operations team, working on school- and region-based operations projects and observing and analyzing operational systems. They complete predetermined deliverables that introduce them to key areas of DOO work. The Fellowship is built around professional development, experiential learning, practical application, and reflective practice. Fellows attend professional development workshops, receive individualized coaching and feedback, submit weekly deliverables, and participate in on-site coaching and practice clinics. Practical application includes a 4–6 week immersion during which the Fellow acts as DOO while the host DOO is offsite and co-leads the school with its Principal. Fellows may work across multiple locations and grade spans within their region. The Fellowship typically lasts one year, with duration depending on open positions and Fellow readiness; placements reflect regional needs, Fellow growth areas, and host DOO support. In-person sessions and written reflections help Fellows learn from experience and develop actionable growth plans.

Requirements

At least 4 years of work experience.
At least 1 year of experience in operations leadership; K–12 school operations experience is preferred.
At least 1 year of experience coaching, leading, and/or managing others.
Project planning experience and the ability to see large projects through to completion.
Bachelor's degree.
Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and to improving students' minds, characters, and lives in and out of school.
Ability to strategically manage and prioritize time and tasks, with a systems-thinking lens.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work autonomously, and take direction as needed.
Comfort managing ambiguous situations and moving toward clarity and solutions.
Willingness to learn new things and ensure high-quality school operations despite obstacles.
Proactive, strategic problem-solving skills and ability to balance competing priorities.
High-quality communication and relationship-building skills with teachers, students, families, vendors, and colleagues.
Ability to have difficult conversations respectfully.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Access.
Dedication to self-reflection and continual professional growth.

Nice To Haves

School-based or other educational experience.
Experience managing others.
Experience in K–12 school operations.

Responsibilities

Serve as a full-time member of a host school's operations team.
Engage in school operations work and tackle school- or region-based operations projects.
Observe and analyze operational systems.
Complete predetermined deliverables covering key components of Director of Operations work, including weekly deliverables.
Participate in professional development workshops, individualized coaching, on-site coaching, and practice clinics.
Act as DOO for a 4–6 week immersion while the host DOO is offsite, co-leading the school with the Principal.
Reflect on learning through written reflections and create actionable plans for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
Training and development.
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
Financial planning.
Pension through the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System.
403(b) retirement savings program.
Transit commuter benefit with employer subsidy toward eligible transit expenses.
Paid leave options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
Mental health and counseling support and wellness benefits.