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ACCEL Schools · 1 day ago

Deputy Head of School

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Accelschools is seeking a Deputy Head of School to serve as a senior operational and administrative leader for their virtual school. The DHOS will work closely with the leadership team to implement the school's academic vision and manage daily operations, ensuring successful academic outcomes for students.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Provide leadership exhibiting professionalism and high academic standards that celebrate student and staff achievements

Manage and lead the school leadership team in the day-to-day operation of the school

Collaborate with the HOS to support the School Board on implementation of school vision and mission, school decisions and policy creation

Oversee programming to implement unique career pathways such as Arts/AV, IT, Business, Health Science, skilled trades, work-based learning, and post-secondary opportunities

Collaborate with industry and higher education partners to execute post-secondary opportunities for students

Manage regulatory complexities and political sensitivities with the board, state department of education, and local, state, and national political stakeholders

Develop plans and policies for the educational program and ensures policies and programs are carried out appropriately by all students, parents, and staff

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws

Collaborate with the HOS in the development and management of the school budget with the ACCEL Finance team

Collaborate with the HOS to oversee implementation of the school marketing and enrollment plans directed by ACCEL to achieve and maintain enrollment capacity

Co-serve as public relations liaison between ACCEL and the school community; engage community and civic groups to support school programs and the school community

Ensure school program are in alignment with authorizing agency requirements

Effectively recruit, hire, and retain highly qualified staff; develop effective staff members through an ongoing evaluation process and professional development

Create and foster a positive school culture by involving school staff, community leaders, students and parents

Serve as the school's instructional leader and ensure data is being used to drive all academic decisions

Ensure teaching staff implements the instructional model, curriculum, supplemental curriculum, effective assessments, and targeted instruction to meet the individual needs of each student in collaboration with national team members

Ensure maintenance of school census data, attendance data, and other reporting requirements as mandated by the state and/or school sponsor

Coordinate school level response to any audits

Ensure school and office security and emergency plans meet requirements

Coordinate school technology efforts and make recommendations for improvement in collaboration with national team

Maintain current knowledge of state specific school report card/accountability components and ensure all needed programming is in place to support achievement of those components

Ensure creation and consistent review/updating of parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks

Effectively communicate the school's mission and vision and solicit input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs

Engage and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications, involving parents, wherever possible in the life of the school

Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards

Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities

Coordinate special projects, such as peer mentoring, service learning and community involvement

Ensure student orientation and onboarding programs meet the needs of students, family, and staff

Qualification

Master’s Degree in EducationAdministrativeTeacher licenses10 years in EducationK-12 administrator experienceCareerTechnical Education (CTE)Online school experienceResearch-based instructional practicesState Standards knowledgeCurriculum developmentCommunity partnershipsPrioritize tasksBest practicesDistance learning methodologyEmployee evaluation understandingEntrepreneurial passionNon-profit management knowledgeCommunication skills

Required

Master's Degree in Education or a closely related field or Education Administrative Experience

Current Administrative and Teacher licenses required

At least 10 years of experience in Education, 5 year's experience as K-12 administrator

Three or more years of experience working in an online school in an instructional role

A fundamental understanding of Career and Technical Education (CTE), it's indicators as measurements of success, and the pathway approach in which CTE is implemented

Three or more years of experience with CTE, including creating and maintaining external partnerships

Experience in research-based instructional practices for project-based learning

Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards

Knowledge of State School Accountability/Report Card Components

Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure and effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently

Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information

Understanding of best practices for instructional strategies

Prior experience in online learning and research

Understanding of distance learning methodology, measurement, and implementation

Understanding of employee evaluation in a corporate / non-profit setting

Superb communication and community-building skills