Deputy Superintendent

Be the one who makes a difference!

At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. Be the one who makes a difference—with us.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Network Leadership & Strategic Execution:

Partner with the Superintendent to implement the strategic vision, priorities, and operational objectives of the LTS Carolina Network.

Support short- and long-term strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and network expansion.

Provide leadership and oversight to assigned campuses, ensuring consistency in operational practices, educational programs, and organizational expectations.

Collaborate with Vertex Academic and other functional teams to align campus priorities with network-wide objectives.

Monitor organizational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement actionable solutions.

Prepare and present operational updates, performance reports, and strategic recommendations to the Superintendent and Vertex Executive Leadership.

Support communication and presentations to governing boards, including the North Carolina School Governing Board.

Represent and act on behalf of the Superintendent when assigned.

New Campus Launch & Network Growth:

Support the successful launch of the LTS Clemmons, NC campus for the 2027–2028 academic year.

Coordinate campus opening activities, including operational readiness, staffing, enrollment initiatives, and school culture development.

Partner with Human Resources and campus leadership to recruit, select, and onboard founding school leaders and staff.

Support enrollment growth through community outreach, marketing initiatives, and family engagement.

Establish effective operational systems, leadership structures, and accountability processes to support a successful opening.

Collaborate with Vertex Education teams to identify and address campus launch challenges.

Support future campus openings and network expansion initiatives throughout North Carolina and South Carolina.

School Operations & Academic Performance:

Provide direct operational oversight and leadership support to assigned campuses.

Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement, attendance, retention, and operational effectiveness.

Analyze academic and operational performance data to identify trends, challenges, and improvement opportunities.

Partner with campus leaders to develop, implement, and monitor school improvement action plans.

Support the alignment of curriculum, instructional practices, and academic programs with applicable state standards and network expectations.

Ensure campus leaders implement effective systems, procedures, and accountability measures.

Maintain an active and visible presence across campuses to support leadership teams and school operations.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and student-centered decision-making.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:

Support and, when assigned, lead regulatory compliance efforts across the LTS Carolina Network.

Monitor and ensure timely completion of required state reports, regulatory filings, and compliance documentation.

Serve as a liaison among state education agencies, charter authorizers, governing boards, LTS leadership, and Vertex Education.

Maintain awareness of applicable North Carolina and South Carolina education laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.

Identify, address, and escalate compliance concerns and organizational risks.

Collaborate with the Superintendent and Vertex Education on legal matters, regulatory issues, and federal grant funding allocation.

Promote consistent implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and compliance expectations across campuses.

Leadership Development & Performance Management:

Directly supervise assigned campus principals, school leaders, and other designated personnel.

Establish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and leadership priorities.

Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to provide coaching, professional guidance, and performance feedback.

Evaluate leadership effectiveness and support the development of high-performing administrative teams.

Address employee performance concerns in accordance with organizational policies and in collaboration with Human Resources when appropriate.

Participate in leadership recruitment, selection, and interview processes as assigned.

Foster a culture of collaboration, professional growth, ownership, and accountability.

Model effective leadership, sound judgment, professionalism, and commitment to organizational excellence.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

Serve as a representative of Vertex Education and the LTS Carolina Network with governing boards, education agencies, families, employees, and community partners.

Communicate organizational priorities, educational philosophy, programs, policies, and strategic initiatives effectively.

Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Support campus leadership in resolving escalated parent and family concerns in a timely, professional, and consistent manner.

Escalate unresolved or high-risk issues to the Superintendent as appropriate.

Gather stakeholder feedback and implement strategies that strengthen school culture, family satisfaction, and community engagement.

Participate in community events, leadership meetings, and other activities that advance network goals.

Additional Responsibilities:

Participate in required meetings, professional development opportunities, and organizational training.

Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.

Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and travel to meet campus and network needs.

Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or Vertex Education leadership.

Qualifications:

Education & Licensure:

Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or a related field required.

North Carolina or South Carolina school administrator licensure preferred.

Required Experience:

Minimum of five years of teaching experience.

Minimum of five years of educational leadership experience.

Prior experience serving as a school principal required.

Experience with district-level or central office operations, including oversight of district-wide departments.

Demonstrated experience leading school operations, improving academic performance, and supporting instructional excellence.

Experience aligning curriculum and instructional programs with state academic standards.

Strong understanding of educational leadership, organizational management, and school operations.

Preferred Experience:

Experience opening or launching a new school or campus.

Experience overseeing multiple schools or campuses.

Familiarity with charter school operations, governance, authorizer relationships, and regulatory compliance.

Experience supporting enrollment growth, community engagement, and organizational expansion.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold school leaders accountable for results.

Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning, manage school operations, and drive continuous improvement.

Ability to analyze academic, operational, and compliance data to make informed decisions and develop actionable plans.

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability t