Welcome, and thank you for considering joining the Rome City Schools family!

We are thrilled that you are exploring the opportunity to be a part of our community, where we are committed to the philosophy of "TEACH ROME for a Better YOU."

At Rome City Schools, we believe teaching is not just a profession—it’s a pathway to personal and professional growth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Feel Inspired: Empower students and make a lasting impact.

Work with Purpose: Collaborate with dedicated educators and leaders.

Move Forward: Advance your skills with innovative professional development.

Eat Well: Enjoy our vibrant community with diverse local dining options.

Sleep Peacefully: Experience a safe and welcoming environment to call home.

Play Often: Explore the culture, parks, and recreation opportunities unique to Rome.

Grow Together: Thrive in a supportive environment that values your success.

By choosing Rome City Schools, you are choosing a district that is invested in your well-being and growth as an educator. Together, we can shape the future for our students, our community, and for you!

We look forward to reviewing your application and learning more about how you can contribute to our vision.

The purpose of the posting is to direct you to the Rome City Schools system website for current job postings and application information.

Please go the web addresses listed in the following paragraph.

Please refer to https://www.rcs.rome.ga.us/ for additional information about our school system and https://romecs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx for a listing of current vacancies and instructions for completing an electronic employment application.

Perhaps there is no other career that provides more challenge and personal satisfaction than working with students. If you are interested in accepting the challenge and being a part of an exemplary team in a dynamic school system dedicated to our employees, students, and community then Rome City Schools is the place for you.

https://romecs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Contact Information
Name: Dennis Drummond
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.rcs.rome.ga.us
Address: 508 East Second Street Rome, Ga. 30161

POSITION TITLE: CEO of Rome CCA & Director of CTAE

DEPARTMENT: Teaching, Leading, Learning (TLL)

WORK DAYS: 240 days

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

PAY SCALE: Based on state and local scale

REQUIREMENTS:

Educational Level: Master's Degree required; Specialist Degree Preferred

Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Educational Leadership Certification preferred

Experience: 5 years in K-12 school programs; 3 years building or district level leadership experience

Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; travel to research other facilities and program opportunities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication skills, planning and organizational skills, ability to manage time with flexibility; leadership/supervisory skills; computer technology skills; Ability to work well with staff and the public

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Strategic Leadership & Reporting

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance to fulfill leadership duties

Assumes responsibility for leadership of CCA in achieving its stated mission, vision, and goals

Facilitates regular, transparent communication with the Superintendent, faculty, parents, and community partners

Provides appropriate and regular reports to the Superintendent regarding program status.

Conducts ongoing evaluations of strategic plans and makes operational recommendations to the Superintendent or designee

Creates an Annual Report aligned strictly with state requirements (GCCAN).

Fiscal & Asset Management

Assumes responsibility for the comprehensive planning and submission of annual local, state, and federal budgets to the Superintendent and the State

Prepares specific budgets for individual programs and directly supervises all disbursements

Manages and tracks all physical and financial assets allocated to the Academy

Conducts ongoing needs assessments for students, faculty, and equipment to guide future investments

Curriculum, Instructional & STEM Leadership

Exercises leadership in development and continuous improvement of curriculum and instructional programs of CCA and their coordination with CTAE

Supervises the broader CCA/CTAE educational program, working cooperatively with staff on curriculum development, revision, and evaluation

Oversees the administration of End of Pathway Assessments (EOPAs) to guarantee they remain industry-significant and widely recognized

Works in tandem with the Director of School Improvement, Director of Special Education, and Curriculum Director to identify needs and assist with district growth

Supports schools with the development and classroom integration of Secondary STEM programs

Leads school-based and district-wide professional learning for CTAE and the integration of STEM and other specialized programming

Personnel & District Articulation

Works cooperatively with Human Resources and school administration in the recruitment, screening, hiring, training, assigning, and evaluation of CCA/CTAE staff in accordance with Board policies

Collaborates with school principals to organize and coordinate programs within their buildings, fostering strong horizontal and vertical continuity throughout the district

Supervises and provides strategic direction for business engagement committees and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)

Business & Community Engagement

Spends at least 50% of the time engaging directly with the business community to ensure the Academy stays abreast of the changing economy

Identifies, establishes, and maintains strategic partnerships with local businesses, industries, and government agencies to directly inform the Academy's curriculum

Interacts with local industry leaders to secure financial support, in-kind donations, and a wide variety of direct job connections for students

Maintains cooperative relationships with government agencies and community organizations to negotiate service support, student internships, and apprenticeships

Postsecondary & Professional Networks

Serves as the primary liaison between the Governing Board, postsecondary institutions, and the employment community

Develops long-term relationships with institutions such as Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Georgia Highlands College, Shorter University, and Berry College to increase opportunities for students to earn postsecondary credit

Attends professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain cutting-edge professional knowledge, build network opportunities, and foster collaboration

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent