Remote Director, Academic Strategy & School Improvement

Socket.dev; Virginia (IL); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Stride, Inc. in the United States seeks a Director, Academic Strategy to lead development, implementation, and improvement of portfolio-wide academic strategies that strengthen student outcomes and school performance.

You will translate data into priorities, manage the Playbook, align cross-functional teams, and guide budget, staffing, and professional learning to ensure rigorous, scalable practices across states.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of K-12 instructional practices and accountability systems.
• Ability to analyze academic and student data to set strategy and improve outcomes.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration for school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and execute the K12 academic strategy aligned with priorities and state expectations.
• Own the K12 School Playbook and annual planning process and ensure quality standards.
• Manage budget and staffing for the Academic Strategy function.

Skills

K-12 instructional practices

Data-driven strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Stride, Inc. in the United States seeks a Director, Academic Strategy to lead development, implementation, and improvement of portfolio-wide academic strategies that strengthen student outcomes and school performance.

You will translate data into priorities, manage the Playbook, align cross-functional teams, and guide budget, staffing, and professional learning to ensure rigorous, scalable practices across states.