Director, Academic Systems & Compliance

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Director of Academic Systems and Accountability to ensure academic programs across the network are operationally sound and aligned with state standards. This senior role leads grading systems, policies, and reporting to drive fidelity and measurable outcomes.

You will collaborate with academic leadership to translate priorities into effective systems, policies, and training, while overseeing compliance, data reporting, and cross-campus implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 5-8+ years of experience in education operations/academic operations.
• Strong understanding of Texas K-12 accountability systems.
• Experience managing academic platforms such as PowerSchool or Skyward.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with TEA, federal, and charter requirements related to academics.
• Oversee reporting for grants (e.g., CSP) and program reporting.
• Develop SOPs and internal controls to ensure audit readiness.
• Serve as point of contact for academic compliance-related audits and reviews.
• Oversee District Improvement Plans.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Compliance mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

PowerSchool

Skyward

Job description

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Director of Academic Systems and Accountability to ensure academic programs across the network are operationally sound and aligned with state standards. This senior role leads grading systems, policies, and reporting to drive fidelity and measurable outcomes.

You will collaborate with academic leadership to translate priorities into effective systems, policies, and training, while overseeing compliance, data reporting, and cross-campus implementation.