Job Details
| Region: | 11 |
| School District/Employer: | Arlington ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Executive Director |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Chief Academic Officer |
| School: | |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 6/30/2026 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | The Chief Academic Officer is a strategic leader responsible for driving academic excellence across the district. This position oversees curriculum and instruction, assessment, professional learning, and all educational services. The CAO possesses a deep understanding of instructional practices and a passion for student learning and growth. The individual in this position will collaborate closely with district and school-level leaders to create a positive and supportive work environment that empowers educators to implement innovative strategies and improve student outcomes while also ensuring a guaranteed and viable curriculum. By focusing on data-driven decision-making and a personalized learning approach, the Chief Academic Officer ensures that all students have the opportunity to thrive in Arlington ISD. |
| Qualifications: | Education/Certification: - Master's Degree from an accredited institution - Administrator's Certificate issued by the Texas Education Agency - Doctorate Degree preferred Minimum Experience: - Five years of progressive, responsible, successful experience at campus and/or central administration level required; preferably experience at multiple levels - elementary school, junior high/middle school and high school. |
| Salary Range: | 183,436 - 248,176 |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | https://www.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/job_board_form?op=view&JOB_ID=0000765099&COMPANY_ID=WA003038&redirect_qs=&redirect_qs=APPLICANT_TYPE_ID%3D00000003%26COMPANY_ID%3DWA003038 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Michelle Trussell |
| Email: | ltrussel@aisd.net |
| Address: | 690 East Lamar Boulevard |
| City: | Arlington |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 76011 |
| Phone: | (682) 867-7736 |
| Fax: | (682) 459-7299 |