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Fresno Unified School District · 1 day ago

Chief Executive Officer - Center for Advanced Research and Technology

positionCalifornia, United States
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityDirector/Executive

Fresno Unified School District is seeking a Chief Executive Officer for the Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART), a leader in innovative high school education. The CEO will lead the organization in expanding its programs, championing innovation, and strengthening partnerships while ensuring a positive school culture and instructional integrity.

E-LearningHigher EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Serve as a strong instructional leader
Navigate complex district partnerships and state-level policy conversations
Build upon and advance CART's mission and vision
Cultivate external relationships with education leaders, industry partners, and policymakers

Qualification

Senior leadership experienceEducational administrative credentialExperience in educationChange managementEquity commitmentStrategic orientationEngagement with policymakersBuilding partnershipsCollaborative leadership

Required

Senior leadership experience with an appropriate educational administrative credential and demonstrated experience in education, innovation, workforce development, or a related public-impact field
A demonstrated track record of leading change within complex, multi-stakeholder environments
A commitment to equity, ensuring access, opportunity, and outcomes for all students—particularly those historically underserved—through inclusive policies, practices, and partnerships
Credibility with educators and the ability to effectively engage policymakers, funders, and community leaders
A systems-level mindset and strategic orientation
The courage to challenge conventional thinking while honoring and strengthening what makes CART successful

Company

Fresno Unified School District

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Fresno Unified School District offers education from kindergarten through 12th grade.
dateFounded in 1873
location
Fresno, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.fresnounified.org

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.62M
Key Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-05-29Grant· $6.62M

Leadership Team

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Nikki Henry, MPA
Chief Communications Officer
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