LaunchX Entrepreneurship Program · 9 hours ago
Assistant Academic Director
San Diego, California
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$43/hr - $43/hr
1+ years expLaunchX is a company that offers premier entrepreneurship and innovation summer programs to high school students. The Assistant Academic Director supports the Academic Director in executing all academic operations of the LaunchX summer program, ensuring instructional consistency and a successful learning environment for students.
Primary Education
Responsibilities
Participate in daily standups with the Academic Directors, Lead Interns, and Education and Support Interns
Ensure technology readiness in classrooms and connect with campus tech department or residential partners if necessary
Attend the weekly check-in meeting with the Program Manager alongside the Academic Director
Check in with the Lead Intern daily to support their management of interns
Maintain communication with residential staff regarding student behavior, attendance issues, and daily updates
Deliver educational content during classroom sessions
Support students through facilitation, breakout groups, hands on activities, differentiated instruction, and material preparation that aligns with your professional background
Assist in facilitating student learning and engagement, ensuring effective learning outcomes and well-being throughout the program
Assist with monitoring start up milestones and identify areas where students require additional support
Manage classroom logistics, including course platforms, course materials, and gathering feedback from participants to identify key insights and actionable improvements
Track student learning progress during instructional meetings and notify the Academic Director of any academic or behavioral concerns
Provide guidance and support to student teams and interns, addressing any disciplinary issues as needed
Regularly assess student progress, offering constructive feedback on performance and addressing obstacles to success
Collaborate with students to set specific goals and action plans to help them successfully run a business
Hold weekly team meetings with each student group to review milestones, barriers, product development, and start up progress
Provide clear, actionable feedback based on LaunchX rubrics and expectations
Offer emotional and motivational support, particularly during challenging times, reassuring students that difficulties are a normal part of the process and ensuring they feel supported
Assess the academic quality of Demo Day pitches with the Academic Director
Coordinate logistics with interns, residential management team, and Operations team for a smooth event
Ensure final presentations reflect LaunchX standards for professionalism and entrepreneurial rigor
Submit all required LaunchX documentation, including student concern trackers, instructor meeting surveys, curriculum improvement surveys, weekly staff surveys, and the post-program survey
Ensure 100% student completion of weekly surveys to support accurate, actionable data; review insights with the Program Manager during weekly check-ins
Maintain full compliance with all safety protocols, minors policies, mandated reporting standards, and LaunchX professional expectations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with 1–3 years of teaching business or entrepreneurship (secondary education experience highly preferred)
Strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of high school students
Exceptional written, verbal, and public speaking skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas and engage audiences
Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and lead a diverse team, while fostering collaboration and resolving interpersonal challenges
Patience and diplomacy in mediating team and interpersonal challenges, ensuring productive and harmonious interactions
Proficient in Google Drive, Airtable, and other learning management systems (LMS)
Experience with maker spaces and related technologies is a plus
Strong ability to analyze data and leverage insights to drive informed decision-making
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check
Company
LaunchX Entrepreneurship Program
LaunchX gives students the skills and mindset to start real companies.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Laurie Stach
Founder and President
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