President & CEO

Do you have a passion for transforming educational outcomes for at-risk youth? Are you a visionary leader with experience building strong community partnerships and driving organizational growth?  

We invite candidates who are passionate about advancing educational opportunities and supporting underserved students to consider joining our team of empowering and innovative educators! 

Our client, Options Schools, Inc., provides innovative, accountable, and student-centered charter education for at-risk youth across Indiana. Each member of the Options team is dedicated to helping every student succeed. As they continue to expand impact and strengthen commitment to community partnerships, they are excited to announce an open opportunity for the role of President.  

The President will lead Options Schools, Inc. as its CEO, guiding strategy, operations, and instruction while ensuring compliance and building community partnerships to support charter education for at-risk students. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a mission-driven charter network committed to expanding educational opportunities for Indiana students through innovation, accountability, and community partnerships. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience  
• Comprehensive 401(a) retirement plan with company matching contributions 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 
• Professional development support 

Key responsibilities:

• Execute Board direction within a policy governance framework. 
• Provide executive oversight of finance, operations, compliance, facilities, technology, safety, and human resources. 
• Supervise senior leadership, including CFO, COO, Directors of Compliance, Facilities, Technology, HR, and Safety. 
• Ensure accurate state and federal reporting, including IDOE/DEX submissions and accountability metrics. 
• Oversee financial stewardship, grants management, leases, loans, and fundraising initiatives. 
• Ensure safe, well-maintained school facilities and effective risk management practices. 
• Lead community engagement, partnerships, internships, and interagency collaboration. 
• Represent the organization in legislative advocacy, including work with policymakers, lobbyists, and charter organizations. 
• Promote academic accountability and implement improvements when performance metrics fall below standards. 

Qualifications & Experiences:  

• A master’s degree or higher in Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline. 
• Executive or senior leadership experience from the education, nonprofit, or public-sector arenas. 
• Understanding of charter school governance, finance, compliance, and accountability systems. 
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and a proven capacity for building relationships. 
• Familiarity with Indiana Department of Education reporting requirements and charter legislation. 
• Successful experience in grant writing, fundraising, and public advocacy is preferred  

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