Director, School Operations (Remote)

Pearson; Augusta (ME); Remote; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Director of School Operations (DSO) to lead operations across multiple virtual and physically remote schools. This senior role requires partnering with school leaders, driving compliance, and enabling enrollment growth while maintaining a high quality student experience.

The DSO will coach principals and leadership teams, ensure alignment to contracts and charter requirements, and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to scale operations and improve outcomes across the

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience as a Principal or equivalent.
• Advanced degree in Education or Management required.
• Virtual school leadership experience required.
• Willing to travel frequently.
• Strong communications and data‑driven, results‑focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational leadership across a portfolio of schools and oversee school leaders.
• Coach leadership teams to improve execution, compliance, and outcomes.
• Ensure enrollment readiness and strategic staffing across campuses.
• Manage relationships with boards, authorizers, and partners to ensure continuity.
• Align operations with Pearson standards and strategic objectives.
• Support enterprise change while minimizing disruption to schools.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Data-driven

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Advanced degree in Education or Management

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Director of School Operations (DSO) to lead operations across multiple virtual and physically remote schools. This senior role requires partnering with school leaders, driving compliance, and enabling enrollment growth while maintaining a high quality student experience.

The DSO will coach principals and leadership teams, ensure alignment to contracts and charter requirements, and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to scale operations and improve outcomes across the