Casey Simpson Email & Phone Number

Executive DirectorSouthwest Open School | 01/2021 – Present• Supervise, direct, & manage 23 employees, guest teachers, and mentors. Guide staff in meeting mission, vision & strategic plan of the service unit. Oversee the education of 100+ students per year• Work under high pressure, intervene in crisis situations, and interface with students, families, and community. • Ensure academic and character education curriculum is delivered in accordance with best practices, risk management protocols, and organizational policies and procedures.• Manage adequate staffing to meet student, community & facility needs. Assign duties & manage daily school operations. Create staff schedules. Run staff meetings and professional development.• Cultivate and Manage Community Partnerships and School Board Interactions • Complete staff performance evaluations & employee improvement plans. Maintain neutral attitude when dealing with disciplinary actions. • Lead staff development through new employee orientation, drills, & individual coaching. • Collaborate with staff to ensure quality instruction and wrap around services are comprehensive & accessible. Assist with student case management.• Direct policy, quality assurance & quality improvement initiatives. • Ensure school environment meets safety, inclusivity, and high social emotional support standards. • Collect and report data for required CDE, district, and grant purposes. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines.• Manage organizational budget exceeding $1.8 million dollars.

• Executive Director

  Southwest Open High School

  Jan 2021 - Present - Cortez, Colorado, United States