Head Administrator

Association of Charter School Education Services Taos Academy Charter School - Taos, New Mexico Open in Google Maps

Taos Academy Charter School – Taos, New Mexico

Job : 5561153

Final date to receive applications: Apr 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Charter School Head Administrator Position  SY)

Taos Academy is seeking a visionary Head Administrator to lead our innovative school community. As the primary instructional and operational leader, the Head Administrator is responsible for fostering a high‑expectation academic environment, managing complex school operations, and ensuring alignment with the school’s Charter Contract and Performance Framework.

• Visionary Leadership – Oversee school culture, climate, and strategic direction while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with the Governing Board, staff, students, families, and community partners.
• Operations & Finance – Manage human resources compliance, directly supervise instructional staff, and serve as Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), overseeing budgets, grants, and fiscal operations.
• Instructional Excellence – Lead professional development, analyze student achievement data, and oversee specialized programs including Career and Technical Education (CTE), Dual Credit, and Special Education compliance.
• Compliance & Safety – Ensure adherence to all New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) and Charter Schools Division (CSD) requirements, safety protocols, and facility management plans.

Licensure: Current New Mexico Level III‑B Administrator’s License (pursuant to NMSA 1978).

Education: Post‑baccalaureate degree required.

Experience:

• 3‑7 years of teaching experience
• 3‑5 years of administrative leadership experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with educational technology systems

Preferred: Minimum of three (3) years of administrative leadership experience within a charter school setting.

Compensation is based on experience, with a starting salary of $124,000
. Employment is contingent upon a successful FBI background check.

Submit a resume and three (3) professional references, including contact information for your current, direct supervisor, to:

Samantha Gonzales, Board Chair
Taos Academy Charter School
sgonzales

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $124,000 Per Year

Job Categories: Administration >
Principal/Dean/Head of School

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Sharon Myers, Program Manager
• P.O Box 16326
• Albquerque, New Mexico 87191
• Phone:
• Email: substitutes