JOBS

Merit Preparatory Academy is currently seeking a director who will promote our vision, provide meaningful developmental opportunities to our students, faculty, and staff, and lead with heart and integrity.  At Merit we engage in learning with a hands-on, real-world approach as we foster principles of unity, belonging, creating vision, acquiring knowledge, growing through service, tackling challenges with determination, and becoming principled leaders who will change the world in important ways.

Additionally, we seek a director who embodies our values and whose own lifelong love of learning inspires others.

We are looking for a leader:

• With previous educational administration training and experience
• With excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence
• Who creates a positive school culture by inspiring students, supporting teachers and staff, and collaborating with parents and guardians
• With high expectations and the ability to inspire greatness and growth in our school
• Who listens
• Who provides interesting, relevant, and innovative professional development
• Who is interested in growing professionally through learning opportunities
• Who is willing to work in partnership with the Board of Trustees

Additionally, the Director will:

• Support and promote the mission, vision, and values of the academy
• Understand, implement, and enforce school policies
• Give appropriate feedback and provide consistent performance evaluations for teachers
• Oversee operations, academic achievement, curriculum development, and finances
• Effectively plan, schedule, and allocate school resources
• Be a liaison between the school and the community to create positive community involvement
• Seek to build positive relationships with potential feeder schools in the area
• Report to the State Charter School Board along with the Utah State Office of Education

Qualifications:

We welcome applicants who have knowledge of charter school administration. Candidates must

demonstrate leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with

students, teachers, parents, and other community stakeholders. A Bachelor’s degree is

required. Preference may be given to candidates with an advanced degree and/or previous school administration experience.

For Consideration, apply directly to board@meritacademy.org

Please include a resume and a cover letter stating what sets you apart as the best candidate for

this role, how you would implement our mission statement as a director, and what makes you a

great leader.