Chief Operating Officer & Business Manager

Chief Operating Officer & Business Manager

Full-time, beginning June 2027

About CLC

Founded in 1998, CLC Charter School is a small, project-based, public charter school serving about 70 students in grades 5 through 8. CLC is teacher-led: there is no principal, and teachers plan and lead the instructional program with support from the COO-Business Manager and the Board of Trustees.

The Role

The COO-Business Manager reports to the Board and supports the teaching staff as they carry out the school's mission and educational program and set its vision and direction. The COO-Business Manager leads the school's administrative operations and finances so teachers can focus on teaching.

The Work

• Manage the school's finances, including the budget, payroll, Board reports, and the annual audit.
• Work with the Board of Trustees on agendas, policies, and carrying out Board decisions.
• Lead state reporting and compliance, including PIMS, the Comprehensive Plan, special
• education oversight, and charter renewal.
• Lead hiring, HR, and professional development, and supervise the administrative assistant.
• Oversee school safety, facilities, technology, and attendance.
• Work with staff and the community on student recruitment, enrollment, marketing, and tours.
• Represent CLC with the chartering district and other partners, and lead grant work.

What You Bring

• A bachelor's degree (master's preferred).
• Five years of relevant work experience, including at least two in school or nonprofit leadership.
• Experience in budgeting and accounting.
• Ability to learn and execute administrative or financial tasks.
• A belief in teacher-led schools and shared decision-making.
• Strong organization, communication, and judgment.
• Ideally, you have experience in both school administration and finance. If you're strong in one area and eager to grow in the other, we encourage you to apply.

Details

Salaried position; some evening and weekend work required. Salary: up to $110,000, based on relevant experience and education. Benefits: health, dental, vision and life insurance; PSERS or 403(b) retirement options. Pennsylvania child abuse, criminal history, and FBI clearances required. The full job description is available on request.

To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest in a teacher-led school, a résumé, and the names and contact information for three references. Applications will be considered beginning November 16 and until the position is filled.

Pay: Up to $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person