Director of Innovation School
Quick answer
Rocketship Public Schools is hiring a Director of Innovation School to design, launch, and lead a new lab school focused on instructional innovation and AI-enabled learning.
- Role
- Director of Innovation School
- Organization
- Rocketship Public Schools
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Director of Innovation School is a founding leadership role responsible for designing, launching, and scaling Rocketship's new lab school, set to open in Fall 2026. This role acts as a bridge between instruction, operations, and technology, developing innovative models involving AI-enabled learning and project-based instruction. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, manage high-ambiguity environments, and eventually codify these practices to inform the broader school network. This position requires a visionary leader capable of both high-level design and disciplined daily execution to ensure a rigorous, equitable student experience.
What you'll do
- Translate the Innovation School blueprint into a fully executable school model.
- Partner with Talent and Regional teams to build and prepare a high-performing staff.
- Serve as the central integrator across academic, technology, and operations teams to ensure launch readiness.
- Lead high-quality implementation of the school model to ensure a rigorous and joyful student experience.
- Drive continuous improvement by using student achievement data to iterate on instructional practices.
- Document lessons learned into a playbook to inform the broader Rocketship network.
What it takes
- 7+ years in education, school leadership, or system-level instructional leadership.
- Proven success leading complex initiatives in ambiguous, build-from-scratch environments.
- Deep understanding of elementary instruction and mastery-based learning.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional work without direct authority.
- Strong systems thinking skills with a focus on vision-to-execution.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary focus of the Director of Innovation School?
This role is responsible for designing and launching a new lab school for Rocketship that serves as a pilot for innovative instructional models like AI-enabled and project-based learning.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in school or system-level leadership and a proven track record of managing complex, ambiguous projects.
Is the compensation for this position disclosed?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the posting and will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job description does not include a specific application link or deadline; please visit the Rocketship Public Schools careers portal for more information.
How to apply
Apply directly on Rocketship Public Schools's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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