<p>Overview</p> <p>The Chief Academic Officer (CAO) serves as a key member of the leadership team for the Agency of Education and State of Vermont. This role is responsible for developing and implementing statewide academic strategies to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students. The CAO will lead efforts to improve curriculum standards, instructional practices, and student achievement outcomes, collaborating with State Agencies and Departments, educators, administrators, and stakeholders to advance the state's educational goals.</p> <p>Strategic Leadership</p> <ul> <li>Support the implementation of a comprehensive academic vision and strategy aligned with state education priorities. </li><li>Lead the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of academic policies, programs, and initiatives to promote student achievement and equity. </li><li>Provide guidance on the adoption and implementation of rigorous and inclusive curriculum standards. </li><li>(Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Vermont's ESSA plan and ensure purposeful integration with other State academic strategies.) </li></ul> <p>Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment</p> <ul> <li>Oversee the development and refinement of state curriculum frameworks, instructional resources, and assessment tools. </li><li>Ensure alignment between curriculum, instruction, and state accountability systems. </li><li>Promote evidence-based instructional practices that meet the needs of diverse learners, including English learners, students with disabilities, and economically disadvantaged students. </li></ul> <p>Stakeholder Engagement</p> <ul> <li>Build and maintain collaborative relationships with school districts, Independent schools, and education-based organizations. </li><li>Develop or facilitate professional development opportunities for educators and administrators to support effective implementation of academic initiatives. </li><li>Serve as a visible and effective advocate for public education, representing the Agency at local, state, and national levels. </li></ul> <p>Data-Driven Decision Making</p> <ul> <li>Use data and analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and policies. </li><li>Identify and address gaps in student performance across demographic groups, ensuring targeted interventions are implemented. </li><li>Monitor and report on progress toward achieving statewide academic goals. </li></ul> <p>Leadership and Management</p> <ul> <li>Supervise and support teams responsible for curriculum, instruction, assessments, and educator development. </li><li>Oversee budgets and resources allocated to academic programs, ensuring efficient and equitable use of funds. </li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Agency of Education. </li></ul> <p>Who May</p>