School Leadership Pipeline

School Leadership Pipeline

You Belong Here!

If you are interested in joining any of our amazing schools in a leadership role, now or in the future, please submit your resume and credentials. Our schools are located in the city of Chicago (CICS Northtown Academy, CICS Ralph Ellison, CICS Wrightwood Elementary).

If you are looking for work currently, please view our listing of current and open positions.

We look forward to meeting you!

Overview

As a leading education management organization, Meridian Charter Schools is committed to transforming the lives of students in culturally and linguistically diverse communities by providing students access to high-quality educational opportunities that elevate their identities as an asset and foster equitable and inclusive learning environments. Meridian Charter Schools is a school management organization (SMO) in Chicago, IL that operates three campuses of Chicago International Charter School: CICS Ralph Ellison Academy High School, CICS Northtown Academy High School, and CICS Wrightwood Elementary School. We believe through collective effort, we will have collective impact.

Lead in our schools!

Meridian school leaders provide outstanding, purposeful, and effective leadership, management, and supervision to promote learning for each student and staff member. They provide visionary leadership in setting and implementing the overall educational vision and mission for our schools, while developing long-term educational strategies aligned with the organization's goals, ensuring continuous improvement in student achievement and success through a lens of equity, access and development.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated, tenacious team player who...

• Leads with a focus on outcomes, pursuing a compelling mission and vision.
• Strategically leads and manages staff, systems, practices, and change.
• Supports the continual improvement of teaching, counseling, and other professional practices.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, in ways that foster trust and buy-in.
• Builds and maintains collaborative, positive relationships.
• Is relentless in overcoming obstacles, undeterred by setbacks and challenges.
• Handles conflict strategically and effectively, in a manner that improves performance and community function.
• Improves school culture and climate in order to create a safe and welcoming environment for all stakeholders.
• Attends to and fulfills professional responsibilities as defined by the network, district, and state.
• Reflects, supports, and promotes the mission and vision of the school as well as the principles of D.E.I.
• Works effectively to build consensus and to cultivate strong, unified, welcoming professional and student communities.

Qualifications

• Certification: Must hold an active ISBE Endorsement, General Administrator (K-12) Principal Endorsement.
• Education Level: A Master's or Doctorate degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field is required. EdD or PhD in a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-5 years of progressive experience in educational leadership roles, including a proven track record of driving educational excellence, student achievement, and innovative program development. Familiarity with the K-12 education landscape and an understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by urban education systems.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership abilities with the capacity to inspire, motivate, and lead a diverse team of educators and support staff effectively. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, instruction, data analysis, and educational best practices.
• Strategic Vision: A forward-thinking, strategic mindset with the ability to set long-term educational goals and design comprehensive plans to achieve them.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with stakeholders, build relationships, and work collaboratively with diverse teams. A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Results-Oriented: A strong focus on outcomes and a commitment to continuous improvement to drive student success.
• Change Management: Experience driving organizational change and managing transitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Educational Ethics: A deep passion for education and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of students and communities. An unwavering commitment to ethical practices and maintaining the highest levels of integrity.

Physical Job Requirements:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and or pulling; some kneeling, crouching, and significant finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 40% walking and 30% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and climate controlled environment.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications. Specific duties and responsibilities may evolve as per the organization's needs and growth. Duties and responsibilities are drawn from the research on Professional Standards for Educational Leaders established by the National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA). This job description will aid in the reviewing of key performance indicators alongside individual feedback cycles in the evaluation process.

Join Meridian Charter Schools and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional education and support to all students. This position is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and their families. You are a dedicated and visionary leader with a passion for inclusive education.

Meridian Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this pivotal leadership role.

Compensation: Meridian Charter Schools provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package which includes health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as retirement planning and PTO. We are also committed to supporting professional growth/membership educational organizations that align with our work and demonstrate a transformative impact on participants.

To be considered for future leadership positions (i.e. instructional coach, assistant principal, principal, etc.), apply today!