Chief Academic Officer of Teaching and Learning

Company: West Ada School District
Location: Meridian
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Chief Academic Officer of Teaching and Learning JobID: 25306

• Position Type:
  Administration - Admin Certificate Required/ Chief Academic Officer (CAO)
  
  
• Date Posted:
  4/29/2025
  
  
• Location:
  District Services Center
  
  
• Closing Date:
  05/04/2025
  
  Calendar: 230
  Salary: $165,000
  
  West Ada School District is seeking an educational leader for the newly restructured Chief Academic Officer of Teaching and Learning position! As a key memeber of the Superintendent's excutive Team, this critical role will set the strategic vision for instructional excellence across Idaho's largest school district.
  
  Following a recent reorganization of the Academics Department, The Chief Academic Officer role has been divided into two distinct positions to sharpen our focus on Student Success and Teaching and Learning. This newly focused CAO position offers an incredible opportunity to shape the future of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development across the district.
  
  If you are a collaborative leader with a strategic vision for instructional frameworks, a passion for pedagogical innovation, and a deep commitment to equitable learning opportunities for all sutdents, we invite you to apply!
  
  In-person interview with the executive team is tentatively planned for May 7th.
  
  Purpose
  The Chief Academic Officer (CAO) of Teaching and Learning works collaboratively to set the strategic vision and direction for the instructional framework and pedagogical approach for WASD academic programs. This role focuses on advancing the district's vision for academic excellence, instructional innovation, and equitable learning opportunities across all schools. The CAO provides strategic oversight of curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional development, and federally funded education programs. This role is critical in ensuring that every WASD student graduates prepared for college and career.
  
  Supervision Received and Exercised
  Receives general supervision from the Superintendent and works collaboratively with the executive team, other district and school leaders, staff, families and community stakeholders.
  Exercises direct supervision over assigned management, supervisory, and administrative support staff.Essential DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  
  Strategic Leadership and Vision
  • Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive Teaching and Learning framework aligned to the District's Strategic Plan and Idaho State Standards.
  • Drive initiatives that promote instructional excellence, academic innovation, continuous improvement, and student success.
  • Monitor and respond to emerging educational trends, research, and legislative mandates affecting curriculum and instruction.Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Oversight
    • Provide leadership in designing, implementing, and continuously improving high-quality, standards-based curricula for all grade levels and content areas.
    • Ensure alignment of curriculum, instructional, and assessment systems across the district.
    • Support the implementation of effective instructional strategies.
    • Lead the development and implementation of system-wide assessments and ensure the use of assessment data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.Professional Learning and Capacity Building
      • Design and oversee a comprehensive professional development program for administrators, teachers, and support staff that supports district priorities and best practices in teaching and learning.
      • Mentor and support school and district instructional leaders to build leadership capacity and foster instructional excellence at all levels.Oversight of Federal and State Programs
        • Lead and manage all aspects of federal and state-funded educational programs, including but not limited to Title I, Title II, Title III, Title IV, Migrant Education, and Multilingual Learner programs.
        • Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations and reporting requirements related to federal program funding.
        • Develop, monitor, and evaluate budgets and plans for federal programs, ensuring that resources are allocated strategically to advance instructional priorities and equity goals.
        • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design federally funded programs that effectively address the needs of historically underserved students.Data-Driven Decision Making and Accountability
          • Analyze districtwide student achievement and program data to identify trends, monitor progress, and develop responsive action plans.
          • Establish performance metrics and implement accountability systems to ensure that instructional initiatives achieve intended outcomes.Access
            • Promote educational access by ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have access to rigorous curriculum, effective instruction, and high-quality support systems.Collaboration and Communication
              • Build strong, collaborative relationships with principals, teachers, district office departments, families, and community partners.
              • Serve as a key member of the Superintendent's executive team, providing leadership, counsel, and recommendations on matters related to improved teaching and learning.
              • Communicate effectively with the Board of Trustees, community groups, and the public regarding academic programs, initiatives, and outcomes.Supervisory Responsibilities:
                • Directly supervise the Executive Directors, Directors, and Coordinators within the Teaching and Learning Division, including but not limited to Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Federal Programs staff.
                • Provide leadership for District-wide administrators, building administrators, content coordinators, and consultants.
                • Evaluate assigned personnel according to District policies and procedures.Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of:
                  • Principles of research-based instructional practices, curriculum development, assessment strategies, and educational leadership theories.
                  • Federal and state education programs, laws, regulations, and grant management.
                  • Principles and practices of program development, planning, goal setting, oversight, project management, implementation, contract administration, policy development, and internal controls.
                  • Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs.
                  • Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
                  • Principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management.Ability to:
                    • Plan, direct, and manage large-scale projects, budgets, and teams with a high level of accountability and effectiveness.
                    • Establish and maintain effective and exceptional working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
                    • collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
                    • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner and ensure commitment to cultural competency, inclusivity, and serving the needs of a diverse student population.
                    • Think strategically and lead systemic change initiatives in complex educational environments.
                    • Analyze problems and data, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement educational technology tools.
                    • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
                    • Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.Qualifications
                      Any equivalent combination of experience and training would provide the required knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
                      • Equivalent to a Master's Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
                      • Valid Idaho Administrative Certificate.
                      • Ten years of progressively responsible experience in K-12 education, including five years of administrative leadership roles at the building and district level.
                      • Demonstrated experience in curriculum and instruction leadership, federal program administration, and/or strategic planning.
                      • Proven success in improving student achievement and promoting equity in diverse educational settings.
                      • Must have valid Idaho driver's license and provide own transportation for job related activities; job-related travel during the day will be reimbursed at the approved state mileage reimbursement rate.Essential Physical Abilities
                        • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to understand verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by phone.
                        • Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comprehend written instructions and review, evaluate, and prepare various documents.
                        • Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to operate standard office equipment and a personal computer, and make adjustments to equipment.
                        • Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift up to 30 pounds, sit and work at a keyboard for extended periods, and function effectively in an office environment.
                        • Frequent travel within the District is required; occasional travel outside of the District for conferences, training, or meetings may be required.
                        • May occasionally require evening and weekend hours to attend meetings or special events.Evaluation
                          Yearly by supervisor
                          
                          Terms of Employment
                          • 230-day working calendar; exempt position.
                          • Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
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