Executive Director/Academic Administrator Position Available In [Unknown county], Alabama

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Executive Director/Academic Administrator locations
US – AL – Remote
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 5 Days Ago
job requisition id

JR108043

Job Description Residency Requirement:

Alabama Required Certificates and Licenses:

Alabama Educational Leadership Certificate preferred. The Executive Director is the school’s executive officer overseeing development and supervision of all school programs, business strategies, budget and academics. With a strong focus on customer relationships, this role is an ambassador for Legends Virtual Academy (LVA) with the community and civic groups and ensures compliance with the requirements of federal, state and local agencies. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with 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. Serve as the executive officer of the school, administering the development and sustainment of a positive educational program designed to foster student achievement, as well as effectively balance public company responsibilities with its mission-oriented values;
Own the school budget, forecasting and work force planning; set budgets, create organizational structures, and allocate capital and people resources to achieve company and functional goals;
Make appropriate financial, operational, and resource allocations to achieve short- and long-term financial goals;
Oversee all business decisions within the school to ensure outcomes are achieved;
Create a strong, trusting relationship with the board (district) clients, ensure compliance with contract requirements, and provide advice on policies, programs and innovative solutions;
Proactively make business decisions based on knowledge of education industry, customer base, political and regulatory environment, technology, competitors and financial trends;
Guide and empower school academic leaders in supervision of staff related to teaching and academic outcomes;
Use market, customer, and organizational performance data to Identify opportunities to improve top- and bottom-line results.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises 5 – 10 full-time equivalent (FTE) 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 in relevant field AND
Ten (10) years of related professional experience AND
Five (5) years of leadership OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated leadership, management, interpersonal relations and communication skills.
Proven business experience and acumen.
Owner of a line of business or school budget.
Experience building a leadership team of top talent and creating an environment that supports active listening and willingness to share different viewpoints.
Successful creation of strategic partnerships that enable business growth.
MS 365; Web proficiency.
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED Qualifications:

Experience leading a remote team
Master’s degree or

MBA 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 position works a blended schedule (both from the office and incumbent’s home). The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic). 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. 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.