Executive Director - FOUNDATIONS INC

About Us

Foundations, Inc. is a national nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving the quality of education of our nation's children by strengthening the skills of educators. We believe that supporting educators is the best way to improve experiences and outcomes for our children both in school and after school. Our services and resources are designed to meet the unique needs of individuals and organizations, building their capacity to serve children, families, and communities. Our services include leadership and professional development, project management, program development, and evaluation.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an innovative and visionary Executive Director to lead The Academy at Penn—a collaborative, effort among Foundations, Inc. (Foundations), the University of Pennsylvania (Penn GSE), and The School District of Philadelphia—a five-year cohort-based college and career connected learning model designed to support students in Philadelphia as they pursue their higher education and career goals.

The Executive Director will spearhead the development and implementation of a unique collaborative partnership that when successful will ensure that high school students are able to attend colleges of their choice, and secure jobs that match their passions, knowledge, and skills. The Executive Director will work directly with students, families, schools, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

Under the guidance of the Chief Education and Innovation Officer, the Executive Director will provide strategic and effective leadership for all aspects of The Academy at Penn. The ideal candidate must be hands-on while also possessing the ability and experience to navigate large and complex systems and organizations. The position requires a commitment to the development of transparent and inclusive decision-making processes to ensure the seamless integration of academic and social, emotional support for students in school, afterschool, and on Penn's campus during the summer.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education and k-12 principal certification.
• Experience as a school principal and/or assistant superintendent.
• High school leadership experience preferred.
• Proven experience in educational program development and implementation within urban school districts.
• Strong leadership and team facilitation skills with a track record of building and maintaining successful partnerships.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and a passion for empowering students, families, and communities.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to lead a transformative program that will have a lasting impact on the lives of students and their communities. You'll work with a dynamic team of educators, community leaders, and university partners to create a model of success for college and career-connected-learning. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a great team!

Foundations, Inc. is an AA/EOE committed to building an inclusive, multicultural community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex.

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