High School Academic Administrator

Stride, Inc.; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stride, Inc. is seeking a High School Academic Administrator to lead Legends Virtual Academy (LVA) in Alabama, ensuring educational programs meet state standards and student needs are addressed within a remote delivery model.

The role requires a valid School Administrator license, a Master’s degree, and at least five years of educational experience with supervisory responsibilities. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business, education or related field is required
• Five (5) years of educational experience and one (1) year of supervisory experience or equivalent
• State License as a School Administrator required
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with online/virtual education models and technology

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of students
• Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs
• Ensures compliance with state/local standards and develops Academic Improvement Plan
• Communicates effectively with teachers, parents and enrollment regarding student progress
• Oversees remote/virtual learning environment and utilizes communication technologies

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Online/virtual educator

Travel 20%

State School Administrator license

Education

Master's degree in business or education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## High School Academic AdministratorApply: US - AL - Remote: Full time: Posted Today: JR116640**Job Description****Required Certificates and Licenses: Alabama Educational Leadership Certificate** **Residency Requirements: Must reside in Alabama** The Academic Administrator/Principal directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of student 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, Legends Virtual Academy (LVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Legends Virtual Academy (LVA) 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! **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.* 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 QUALIFICATION:*** 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. **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are 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**The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.**