Legacy Traditional Schools · 20 hours ago
Director of School Operations 2026-2027 School Year
Surprise, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expLegacy Traditional Schools is dedicated to creating a positive educational environment that inspires excellence in students and educators alike. The Director of School Operations plays a critical role in managing campus operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of accountability to enhance the student and family experience.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day campus operations across facilities, food service, technology, transportation, and front office systems
Ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained physical environments that support learning and comply with all regulatory standards
Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and logistics to optimize efficiency and minimize disruptions to instruction
Align resources with academic priorities through effective budget management, purchasing, and grant execution
Co-lead school-wide strategic planning alongside the Principal, driving operational goals that support student outcomes
Use data dashboards, daily huddles, and KPI reviews to track performance and quickly resolve issues
Apply Lean principles such as 5S and root-cause analysis to streamline processes and reduce waste
Design and maintain systems that promote continuous improvement, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and workplace regulations, including training, reporting, and inspections
Oversee campus safety protocols including emergency plans, drills, and arrival/dismissal logistics
Maintain compliance with operational audits, state/federal grants, and funding requirements
Coordinate with local authorities, first responders, and regulatory agencies as needed
Hire, train, and manage non-instructional staff, ensuring role clarity, operational excellence, and a strong service culture
Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and coach team members toward continuous growth and improvement
Foster a culture of high expectations, ownership, and customer service across all operations functions
Model professional leadership through clear communication, reliability, and solution-oriented problem-solving
Lead campus-based enrollment strategies in partnership with the Principal and Marketing team to meet or exceed targets
Host recruitment events, open houses, and school tours that showcase the school’s mission and culture
Build relationships with local partners, businesses, and community groups to support visibility and enrollment growth
Oversee and support Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO/PTO) engagement and campus events
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Education Leadership, Public Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role in operations or school administration
At least 2 years of experience managing cross-functional teams and overseeing complex projects or systems
At least 2 years of experience using data and structured routines to drive process improvement and operational efficiency
Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally between campuses as needed
Preferred
Experience working in a charter school or K–12 public school system
Formal training or certification in Lean Six Sigma or related continuous improvement frameworks
Experience with student recruitment, enrollment growth strategies, or community engagement initiatives
Benefits
Industry-leading pay
Rewards
Referral bonuses
Paid time-off
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Discounted onsite childcare
Student enrollment priority
Retirement plans - Arizona has 401(k) plans with 6% employer matching
Nevada participates in the Nevada State Retirement PERS
Texas participate in the Texas retirement TRS
Promotion opportunities
Training
Mentoring
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Legacy Traditional Schools
Legacy Traditional Schools is a tuition-free network of non-profit schools that serves over 25,000 students.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Gregory
Founder/Executive Director
Marla Sheiner M.A., A.P.R.
Chief Communications Officer
Recent News
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