Description

The Director of Elementary is responsible for providing direction and leadership for the overall coordination of Kindezi’s elementary instructional programming, curriculum implementation, and academic support systems across grades K–5. They ensure the effective implementation of high standards within classroom instruction and school systems that support student achievement. The Director of Elementary develops and monitors instructional strategy across elementary campuses and provides leadership and support for network-wide initiatives that strengthen teaching and learning.

Reports to: Chief of Schools

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Leadership

• Provide direction and leadership in the implementation of a comprehensive elementary instructional program for all schools including but not limited to:

• • K–5 curriculum implementation

  • Instructional frameworks and classroom practices

  • Academic standards alignment

  • Instructional observation and feedback systems

• Drive consistent implementation of K–5 curriculum across campuses

• Conduct classroom observations to monitor instructional quality and ensure strong teaching practices

• Support principals and instructional leaders in strengthening elementary instructional systems

• Monitor academic performance trends across grades K–5 and identify areas for improvement

Professional Development & Coaching

• Implement the organization’s professional development focus to build and facilitate instructional professional development across elementary schools

• Direct and support school-based leaders and instructional teams to execute the following:

• • Instructional planning clinics

  • MTSS implementation for elementary academics

  • Classroom culture and instructional practice alignment

  • Data-driven instructional improvement

• Collaborate with the Academic Team to plan and execute professional development and network learning opportunities

• Partner with school-based leadership teams to determine and support academic performance goals

• Research and provide guidance regarding effective and innovative elementary instructional practices through activities including but not limited to:

• • Professional Learning Communities

  • Coaching sessions

  • Teachback clinics

  • Model lessons

Curriculum Oversight

• Ensure fidelity to the adopted curriculum across all elementary campuses

• Partner with academic leaders and school administrators to refine instructional materials and systems

• Analyze curriculum implementation and student performance to ensure alignment with academic standards

• Identify areas of need and coordinate targeted supports to strengthen instruction and student outcomes

Project Management

• Coordinate with administrative teams at each campus to support instructional implementation, academic systems, and improvement initiatives

• Lend network expertise to support large, cross-functional organization-wide projects through clear communication and strategic planning

• Create systems and processes that streamline instructional alignment across elementary schools

• Document academic outcomes and program impact through written reports and data analysis

Cross-Campus Alignment

• Ensure consistent instructional systems and practices across elementary grades and campuses

• Collaborate with network leaders to align elementary strategy with broader organizational priorities

• Support schools in maintaining high expectations for instruction and student achievement

• Bring together multiple stakeholders to drive decisions rooted in efficiency, productivity, and the mission of the network

One Family. One Mission. 

• Support community partnerships and events that strengthen elementary education and student engagement

• Spearhead network-wide elementary initiatives that support students, teachers, and school communities

Requirements

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals

• Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset

• High level of judgment: the supervisor is available to review established broad objectives and approve executive-level decisions.

• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

• Requires frequent contact with external personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills are required for interacting and working with various levels of individuals.

• Requires excellent written and verbal skills.

• Strong knowledge of curriculum implementation and instructional best practices

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred

• Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check and obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificate

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Georgia Professional Teaching Certificate

• Georgia certification in Educational Leadership preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Leadership experience in elementary education

• Experience in district-level leadership preferred

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: 

• Starting salary: $90,000

• Compensation aligned with The Kindezi Schools’ Director salary schedule

• Teacher Retirement System (TRS) pension, 403b plan, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits.  

JOB CLASSIFICATION: 

• Work Days: Annual 

• Salaried, Full-Time, Exempt

Summary

Hiring Process:

• Application
• Video Screening
• Hiring Task
• Panel Interview