25-26 Assistant Director of Business Programs and Student Leadership
13 days ago
Milwaukee
Job Description Assistant Director of Business Programs and Student Leadership (Business, Entrepreneurship, Free Enterprise, Student Leadership) Location: Augustine Prep (North & South Campus) Schedule: Full-time, 12-Month Reports To: Director of College & Career Desired Start Date: ASAP More Than a Job, A Mission Aug Prep is more than a school, it's a community where excellence, faith, and holistic education come together. We’re not only about high standards but also creating a place where people love to grow, learn, and inspire! We currently serve over 2,400 K4-12 students in our ninth year at our South Campus. We are thrilled to launch our North Campus in the 26-27 school year, initially serving about 300 students in grades K4-6 and 9. Why You’ll Love Working Here • Living Faith: Jesus is at the center of all we do. Join a team where you can pray together, worship together, and anchor your work in hope., • Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by the Milwaukee Business Journal six times in a row, standing out as the only school on the list in most years!, • High Expectations that Open Doors: We foster a dynamic culture of growth and development for students and staff alike. Our students regularly surpass expectations on state assessments and our graduates have a 100% college acceptance rate and a cumulative $85million+ in scholarships!, • Outstanding Resources: From a “classroom supplies” fund to top-notch curriculum to field trips to advanced technology, we shower our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our state-of-the-art facilities include advanced sports complexes, performing arts centers, top-notch classrooms and two swimming pools., • Whole-Child Approach: From arts to athletics to character education, we nurture students’ minds, bodies, and souls., • Joy Factor: This work is hard, but we work hard to bring JOY in all we do! Things like silly staff competitions, praise and worship sessions, team social events or learning a new skill like pickleball or gardening during a professional development day, we ensure our staff finds JOY with one another too! Strategic Program Development • Working closely with Aug Prep leadership and the Director of College and Career, lead the development, launch, and execution of a strategic plan for Aug Prep’s developing Business, Entrepreneurship, and Free-Enterprise program across the K-12 spectrum., • Share the program vision and long-term goals for the program aligned to Aug Prep’s North Star, mission, Christian faith, and curriculum objectives., • Research and build understanding of existing programming and partnerships aligned with this work (ex. HS government and economics curriculum; mini-economies within classrooms; partnerships with local nonprofits, etc.) seeking to connect the pieces within a broader vision., • Research, identify and build relationships with local and national organizations that provide best practices, offer examples of success, and can support Aug Prep in the development and execution of programming., • Design and implement programming that builds entrepreneurial thinking, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of free enterprise principles for Aug Prep students., • Plan and manage workshops, seminars, guest speaker events, and other experiential learning opportunities that connect students with real-world business leaders., • Develop a sequence of courses and activities that cater to varying student levels, from introduction to advanced entrepreneurial projects., • Establish metrics for tracking the program’s impact on students' leadership, business acumen, and entrepreneurial abilities., • Collaborate with school administrators and educators to integrate business, entrepreneurship, leadership, and free-enterprise concepts into existing curricula., • Teach business, entrepreneurship, and/or student leadership courses and/or modules within other courses, with a focus on developing students' mindsets, critical thinking, communication , and leadership skills., • Collaborate with teachers and department heads to create lesson plans, project-based learning opportunities, and case studies that reflect current industry practices in leadership and entrepreneurship. Train and equip teachers, as needed, to support high-quality implementation of programming., • Serve as a connector across different schools (elementary, middle, high), departments, and external organizations to build a cohesive and comprehensive K-12 business program., • Provide leadership and mentorship to program staff, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment., • Build relationships with local businesses, alumni, non-profits, and other stakeholders to create internship opportunities, mentorships, and partnerships for students., • Represent the program at external events, conferences, and industry gatherings to increase visibility and foster collaboration with potential partners., • Be a student and staff connector with existing Aug Prep departments and student organizations such as College and Career, NHS, Student Council, etc., • Work with Aug Prep leadership to engage the Business Program Advisory Council, • A belief in the ability of every child and commitment to excellence, • Bachelor's Degree, including any other requirements for accreditation, (Master’s degree a plus). State teaching license preferred but not required, • Alignment with Aug Prep’s Mission, North Star, and Christian values, • Strong organizational, logistics, and communication skills, • Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Calendar, Drive), • Comfort learning and applying new technologies and AI tools, • High attention to detail with strong follow-through, • Ability to manage multiple timelines calmly and accurately, • Team player with a service mindset, • Bilingual in Spanish a plus Non-Discriminatory Policy St. Augustine Preparatory Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, national and ethnic origin or any other basis prohibited by law when hiring, promoting, establishing wages, or providing benefits. As a faith-based institution based on biblical principles, St. Augustine Preparatory Academy hires employees who agree with the school's Mission Statement and Statement of Beliefs and adhere to biblical standards of conduct. Powered by JazzHR IJEwfSyjTp