Academic Director

Purpose: Academic Director (AD) occupy a unique place in the continuum of academic administrators, as the facilitating link among Departments, teachers, staff, students, and school leadership.

Required education/skills:

• Master’s degree in Education or related field with extensive experience in education leadership, administration, curriculum, and instruction.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and implementing schoolwide plans. related to curricula, academic achievement for all children, ensuring that the needs of the academic aspects of students are met.
• Working knowledge of technology and innovative ideas.
• Extensive knowledge relating to pedagogy, student learning and assessment.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to perform strategic planning.
• Demonstrate initiative, judgment, and discretion in performing duties.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. standards (Common Core, NGSS, etc.).
• Expertise in data analysis (e.g., MAP Growth).
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
• Preferred: Experience with ACSI/MSA accreditation.

General Description & Responsibilities:

• Oversee accreditation processes, including timely completion of reports and compliance with standards.
• Support MakerSpace program development and teacher implementation.
• Supervise secondary course documentation, including syllabus review and approval.
• Analyze standardized testing data and share results to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with principals to implement school standards, curriculum, and new initiatives.
• Monitor policy changes affecting student academic placement.
• Work with principals, registrar, and academic guidance counselor to ensure accurate grade reporting.
• Coordinate with the academic team to develop and manage the school’s academic budget.
• Lead strategic planning and curriculum development.
• Promote instructional excellence and professional growth across departments.
• Provide recommendations on academic policies and procedures.
• Research, evaluate, and implement educational technologies, including the Learning Management System. 
• Serve as the focal point for accreditation and continuous improvement in learning outcomes.

Effective Date of Employment: The starting date for this appointment is January 2026. The initial contract is 1 year in duration. Renewable 2-year contracts are offered subject to mutual agreement.