Academic Administrator

Stride, Inc.; Remote; USD 26,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Remote Academic Administrator/Principal to oversee the educational activities of students, ensuring compliance with standards and managing staff. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and extensive educational experience, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time position involves working independently and maintaining a professional home office. The salary ranges from $26,104 to $90,000, with potential bonuses and benefits such as health insurance and retirement contributions.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Five years of educational experience.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Ability to clear required background check.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate educational and administrative activities.
• Ensure compliance with educational standards.
• Manage teaching and administrative staff.
• Develop and oversee implementation of academic plans.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Web proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in business, education or related field

State License as a School Administrator

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)

Job description

Job Description

If the current Teaching Certification is from another state, the hire must get reciprocity within the state of Indiana within 60 days of employment.

The remote Academic Administrator/Principal within our High School Campus directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of students by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Indiana Gateway Digital Academy (INGDA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Indiana Gateway Digital Academy (INGDA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a REMOTE full‑time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week, is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday, typically 9‑5 (or 8‑4) or as defined by the school.

Essentials Functions

• Ensures conformance of educational programs to state and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities;
• As needed, researches and implements non‑K12 curriculum resources that meet state standards;
• Manages teaching and administrative staff; Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs;
• Helps articulate the school’s mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively in order to achieve desired results; Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment;
• Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
• Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals;
• Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws, including laws pertaining to special education;
• Develops and oversees implementation of the school’s Academic Improvement Plan.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, education or related field of study AND
• Five (5) years of educational experience AND
• One (1) year of supervisory experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to clear required background check

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrable leadership, organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
• Ability to travel 20% of the time
• Experience as an on-line / virtual educator
• State License as a School Administrator

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with proposed age group.
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology.
• Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick‑and‑mortar environment.
• Experience with online learning platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

We anticipate the hourly rate to be $26,104.00 - $90,000.00. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that may include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.