About this role
Lead One of Colorado's Premier Charter Schools
The Parker Core Knowledge Board of Directors is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the next School Director of one of Colorado's highest-performing public charter schools.
This is an opportunity to lead a nationally recognized school with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, strong character development, engaged families, and an exceptional team of educators. We are seeking a visionary and collaborative leader who will preserve what makes PCK special while thoughtfully guiding the school's continued growth and success.
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About Parker Core Knowledge
Since 1994, Parker Core Knowledge has provided an outstanding education rooted in academic excellence, character development, and meaningful partnerships with families. Serving approximately 900 students in preschool through eighth grade, PCK is proud to be a two-time National Blue Ribbon School (2016 and 2023) and consistently recognized among Colorado's highest-performing charter schools.
At PCK, we believe in the unlimited potential of people. Excellence is achieved through high expectations, meaningful relationships, continuous growth, and a shared commitment to doing what is best for students. Our dedicated educators, engaged families, and supportive Board work together to create a culture where students flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.
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Position Summary
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the School Director serves as the chief executive officer of Parker Core Knowledge and is responsible for advancing the school's mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
The School Director provides executive leadership for school operations, organizational culture, financial stewardship, talent development, and community engagement while partnering with the Academic Directors to support exceptional instructional outcomes and continued academic excellence.
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Leadership Philosophy
The Board seeks a leader who is visible, approachable, and deeply committed to the Parker Core Knowledge community. The successful candidate will lead with integrity, humility, and courage while building meaningful relationships with students, employees, families, and community partners.
This leader will inspire excellence through clear communication, thoughtful decision-making, and a genuine belief in the unlimited potential of people. They will honor PCK's proud traditions while thoughtfully leading the school's continued growth, innovation, and long-term success. Above all, the School Director will cultivate a culture where students flourish, employees feel valued and supported, and families remain confident that Parker Core Knowledge is an exceptional place to learn, work, and belong.
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Key Responsibilities
The School Director will:
• Provide strategic leadership to advance the school's mission, vision, charter, and long-term strategic priorities.
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, develop, support, and retain exceptional faculty and staff.
• Provide executive leadership for school operations, finance, facilities, technology, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance, strategic planning, and organizational success.
• Collaborate with the Academic Directors to ensure instructional excellence and successful implementation of the Core Knowledge curriculum.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, Douglas County School District, charter organizations, and community partners.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of school resources while planning for future organizational growth and sustainability.
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Qualifications
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
• Proven executive or senior leadership experience, preferably in education.
• Experience leading complex organizations through strategic planning, operational excellence, and organizational development.
• Demonstrated success building, leading, mentoring, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Strong financial management and budget oversight experience.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working effectively with governing boards and diverse stakeholder groups.
• A commitment to academic excellence, strong character development, and student success.
• Master's degree preferred. Equivalent executive leadership experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of the Core Knowledge curriculum and the Colorado charter school environment is preferred.
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Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $130,000–$200,000, commensurate with experience.
Parker Core Knowledge offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Colorado PERA retirement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Voluntary retirement savings options
This is a full-time, on-site leadership position located in Parker, Colorado.
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Join the Parker Core Knowledge Community
Parker Core Knowledge is more than an exceptional school. We are a community united by the belief that every child and every employee has unlimited potential. We are seeking a leader who shares our commitment to academic excellence, strong character, meaningful relationships, and continuous improvement.
If you are passionate about serving students, empowering educators, partnering with families, and leading one of Colorado's premier charter schools, we encourage you to apply.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026.
Parker Core Knowledge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
$130,000 - $200,000