Senior Academic Administrator

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: North Carolina Teaching Certification Required.

Residency Requirements: Must reside in North Carolina.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Academic Administrator to oversee educational programs for K-12. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of curriculum development, and a commitment to academic excellence. This role requires strategic thinking, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the academic experience for students.

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, Pine Springs Preparatory Virtual Academy (PSPVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Pine Springs Preparatory Virtual Academy (PSPVA) 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.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for State Department of Education certification and compliance laws and regulations.
• Manage and ensure accuracy of Course Management Database, Teacher Certification Management System, and Learning Management Systems.
• Provide general leadership and mentorship to instructional Academic Administrators and instructional staff through oversite of data meeting processes, individual and team meetings.
• Balance teacher loads according to state laws, fiscal responsibility, and workforce management principles.
• Determine staffing needs and FTE adjustments based on state laws and regulations, enrollment trends, and potential new clients.
• Directly oversee PTO requests for assigned teachers
• Create and manage requisitions, oversee recruitment of all teachers, facilitate digital interviews, and determine new hire placement.
• Ensure certification submissions meet requirements for all new hires and re-certifications.
• Actively participate in training and professional development activities.
• Conduct monthly observations of teaching sessions and provide feedback to teachers and management.
• Research and implement non-K12 curriculum resources as needed to meet state standards.
• Manage teaching and administrative staff effectively.
• Articulate the school’s mission and vision to ensure stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively.
• Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral issues.
• Ensure the school meets the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws, including laws pertaining to special education.
• Develop and oversee implementation of the school’s Academic Improvement Plan.
• Develop meaningful relationships with school and district staff to promote effective teaching, student achievement, and a safe environment.
• Cultivate a collaborative working environment that encourages communication, innovation, and refinement of instructional practices.
• Review monthly reports to identify areas of concern and create actionable plans to address them.
• Monitor departmental compliance with accountability measures.
• Contribute to industry thought leadership through participation in pilot programs, conferences, and literature on online learning.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits and respect for others.
• Perform other assigned duties as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Directly supervises 4-6 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) regular employees and/or contractors.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree AND
• 3 or more years of experience in an Assistant Principal or Principal position, or experience in a Virtual School in Supervisory-level role with a willingness to begin an Educational Leadership Certification within the first year

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work with and through people to establish goals, objectives, and action plans
• Strong knowledge of instructional and educational leadership strategies, online instructional design theories, and learning style theories
• Highly organized with the ability to coordinate complex programs and processes
• Works effectively as a team member and leader
• Employs innovative problem-solving techniques to accomplish objectives
• Ability to travel 15% of the time
• Ability to clear required background check

Certificates and Licenses: Valid North Carolina state license required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree
• Valid Professional Educational Leadership Certificate
• Demonstrated experience in supervision, training, and development of teachers
• Possesses knowledge of technical systems used within the organization

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

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

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.

Job Type

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.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.