About the role#
BES is seeking a Fellow to design, found, and lead a high-achieving school in Atlanta. This multi-year program provides rigorous training to help leaders build a school that meets the specific needs of its local community. We are particularly interested in candidates aiming to found schools in the Gwinnett county area.
What you'll do#
- Engage in over 300 hours of coursework covering school design, leadership, governance, and community engagement.
- Conduct in-depth studies of effective schools and complete residencies at high-performing sites.
- Develop a charter application and establish a founding board.
- Partner with a coach to refine project management and leadership skills.
- Hire founding staff, recruit students, and solidify your school vision.
- Put your vision into action by coaching teachers and using data to drive academic success.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree required, with a Master’s or Professional degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience.
- Instructional or instructional leadership experience.
- At least 2 years managing and supervising adults in a PreK-12 setting.
- 2 years of school leadership experience is preferred.
- A commitment to serving as a school leader in the proposed community for at least 10 years.
- Ability to establish and activate local connections to support school enrollment.
- 2-3 years of experience living or working in the proposed school region, with strong ties to the community preferred.
- A clear, compelling rationale for the proposed school location.
- Experience in career-connected learning or existing workforce partnerships is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Term: Winter 2027 start.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
About BES (build. excel. sustain.)
BES is a national nonprofit based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2001, the organization focuses on identifying and training leaders to manage and sustain schools. It provides services such as leadership development, coaching, and executive search. The organization has trained nearly 3,000 leaders who have founded over 220 schools across the country.
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