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Department
11420 Lab Academic Divisions & Departments

About the Unit
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provides one of the world's most outstanding pre-collegiate educational experiences. Because Lab is part of the University of Chicago, the importance of intellectual life-of thought and exploration-infuses all aspects of our curriculum and students in every grade benefit from outstanding UChicago academicians and access to unmatched resources. John Dewey-one of the great minds in education-established the Schools in 1896, with his wife, Alice, as a place to explore and implement his theories on childhood education. Today's students still benefit from his vision, and today's Lab faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field. Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are affiliated with the University, half live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northern Indiana. Lab's student body reflects the diversity that is deeply valued by the Schools and its community; approximately half of our 2,000 students are people of color and families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes. The Laboratory Schools seek the finest employees-people who wish to inspire a love of learning in our students and join a vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training, in many different disciplines. At Lab, we value learning experientially, exhibiting kindness, and honoring diversity. We seek employees who share a similar commitment to these values. Lab people are engaged and excited by our mission of igniting and nurturing an enduring spirit of scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the youngest members of the University of Chicago's academic community. The Laboratory Schools is a great place to work and being part of the University provides our faculty and staff with opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment. Interested candidates should apply via our website at: http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/about-lab/employment AA/EOE Statement: The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-1841 or by email talentacquisition@uchicago.edu with their request.

Job Family
Academic Affairs

Responsible for campus academic affairs functions, including general administration, administrative support, academic planning and analysis, academic programs, faculty affairs, faculty research and development, institutional studies, off-campus programs, teacher credential programs, and academic information systems.

Career Track and Job Level
School Administrator

Provides educational leadership to faculty and students, ensuring excellence in teaching and learning and support of the mission; provides leadership regarding the implementation of new programs, consistency across curriculum, and the assessment of all existing programs and pedagogy; supports professional development initiatives; responsible for hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff; participate in the admissions process for new students; builds community relationships creating open lines of communication between school and home; maintain operating and staff budgets; work in conjunction with the board.

M3: Provides leadership to managers and professional staff. Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams. Develops departmental plans, including business, operational and/or organizational priorities. Decisions are guided by resource availability and functional objectives.

Role Impact
People Manager

Responsibilities
The job is responsible providing educational leadership assuring excellence in academic, co-curricular programs, curriculum development and supervision in support of mission. Provide leadership in the improvement, development, and evaluation of the instructional program, as well as implementation of new programs, and the assessment of all existing programs and pedagogy. Responsible for the safety and well-being of students in grades nursery - 12 at each divisional level, hiring and supervision of teachers (Lab School faculty) and other staff and for performance evaluation. Provide direction in the professional growth of teachers. Provide guidance related to and participate in the Schools' admission process. Plan and administer individual divisional budget. Assure positive, transparent communications and relationships with the Lab Schools community, students, parents, faculty, staff, and the University while building community relationships.

1) Execute a strategic plan that articulates key educational priorities and in alignment with the mission of the Schools for the division. Provides leadership in the development, improvement, and evaluation of the instructional program., 2) Manages system of instructional schedules. Evaluates and makes final recommendation on vision for education program and curriculum within division. Oversees a program of orientation and continued support of teachers, including opportunities for professional growth. Administers communications between parents, students, faculty, and staff. Manages the budget and work with the community to ensure that finances are supporting academic priorities. Maintains a healthy and productive relationship with the teachers through administration of the collective bargaining unit. Works with various offices throughout the University on issues such as planning, programming, budgeting, and operational infrastructure., 3) Supervise teachers in developing academic programs and curriculum. Responsible for performance evaluation of teachers and support staff. Has decision making authority in employment relationships. Manages academic teams and its work in a non-traditional reporting environment. Lead successfully in a complex system, building effective structures, procedures and methods of communication, and defining roles and responsibilities clearly., 4) Build deep relationships with students, families, faculty and staff to foster a culture of community. Emanate optimism, solve problems collaboratively, reflect on how actions impact others, create an engaging and inclusive school culture, and share in the united pursuit of Lab's mission., 5) Performs other related work as needed.

Unit Specific Responsibilities
1) Lead in a dynamic teaching and learning environment rooted in the tenets of progressive education where the faculty and other administrators are committed to the continuous improvement of the program and curriculum.
2) Lead the institutional vision and development of curricular planning.
3) Work closely with the Senior Leadership team to promote and live an organizational culture that fosters a passion for our mission, collaboration, open and frequent communication, teamwork, and a common vision throughout the entire school community.
4) Lead and mentor the continued professional development of faculty.
5) Help guide and define the meaning of Lab Middle School today within a progressive school.
6) A deeper connection with university and community resources.

This is a twelve-month position, which will begin 07/01/2020.

Unit-Preferred Competencies
1) Supervisory skills.
2) Budget management skills.
3) Knowledge of instructional methodologies.
4) Knowledge of accreditation process and applicable laws and regulations.
5) Ability to develop and assess curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools.
6) Analytical skills.
7) Problem-solving skills.
8) Decision-making skills.
9) Attention to detail.
10) Organizational skills.
11) Demonstrated use of data.
12) Computational skills.
13) Creativity.
14) Flexibility.
15) Verbal and written communication skills.
16) Values benchmarking.
17) Interpersonal skills.
18) Customer service skills.
19) Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
20) Ability to manage stressful situations.
21) Ability to maintain confidentiality.
22) Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
23) Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
24) Ability to lead in a decisive, consistent, and clear manner.

Education, Experience, and Certifications
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications
Education
1) Bachelor's degree
2) Master's degree
3) Further advanced degree in education

Experience
1) A minimum of three years of senior leadership experience in education.
2) Experience and knowledge in the tenets of progressive education.
3) Proven experience and skill in recruitment and hiring.
4) Teacher evaluation and remediation.
5) Successful evidence of enthusiastic engagement with students, faculty, parents, and staff.
6) Developing and delivering on strategic initiatives and partnerships.
7) Middle School teaching experience desirable.
8) Curriculum development.
9) Supervisory experience.
10) Developing and implementing local and global partnerships, including university and community partnerships.
11) Service learning desirable.
12) Arts as an integral part of learning desirable.

Required Documents
1) Resume
2) Cover letter
3) Professional References
NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application.

FLSA Status
Exempt

Pay Frequency
Monthly

Pay Grade
Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Drug Test Required
No

Health Screen Required
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No

Posting Date
2019-07-23-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before
2020-01-23-08:00

Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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