ADMINISTRATOR / LEAD TEACHER

Homeschool Start Up; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeschool Start Up in Petersburg, VA seeks an Administrator/Lead Teacher to launch a homeschool-based program and grow into a private or charter school. This role shapes culture, curriculum, and the long-term vision, while working with families and students to foster academic and personal growth.

Ideal candidate brings classroom experience, strong leadership, and a passion for building a high-quality educational start-up from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required or preferred.
• Master's degree is preferred for leadership track.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential.
• Experience in starting up or building programs is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the homeschool program.
• Teach students in assigned grades and subjects.
• Assist with curriculum planning and implementation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and families.
• Help establish school policies, procedures and a positive learning environment.
• Supervise staff and support teachers as the program grows.
• Maintain student records and ensure compliance with Virginia homeschool and private school requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership on expansion to private/charter school.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Capable of startup environment

Student development focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

ADMINISTRATOR / LEAD TEACHER

Location: Petersburg, VA

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and visionary Administrator/Lead Teacher to help launch an exciting new homeschool-based educational program with the long-term goal of growing into a private or charter school.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the culture, curriculum, and future of a school from its very beginning. We are looking for someone who loves children, values academic excellence, and is excited to build something meaningful.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the homeschool program.
• Teach students in assigned grade levels and subject areas.
• Assist with curriculum planning and implementation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and families.
• Help establish school policies, procedures, and a positive learning environment.
• Supervise staff and support teachers as the program grows.
• Maintain student records and ensure compliance with applicable Virginia homeschool and private school requirements.
• Collaborate with school leadership on future expansion into a private or charter school.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Virginia teaching license preferred but not required, depending on experience.
• Previous classroom teaching experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Passion for helping students grow academically and personally.
• Ability to work independently in a start‑up educational environment.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to help build a school from the ground up.
• Collaborative, family‑oriented atmosphere.
• Leadership opportunities as the school expands.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

If you are passionate about education and excited to make a lasting impact on students and the community, we would love to hear from you.