School Executive Director

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Florida 5 Year Professional School Administrator Certificate preferred

Residency Requirements: Florida

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced School Director 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. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) 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;

• 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;  

• 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, and technology; 

• Guide and empower school academic leaders in supervision of staff related to teaching and academic outcomes;

• Provide general leadership and mentorship to instructional Academic Administrators and instructional staff through oversite of data meeting processes, individual and team meetings;

• Determine staffing needs and FTE adjustments based on state laws and regulations, enrollment trends, and potential new clients;

• Create and manage requisitions, oversee recruitment of all teachers, facilitate digital interviews, and determine new hire placement;

• Research and implement non-K12 curriculum resources as needed to meet state standards;

• Articulate the school’s mission and vision to ensure stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively;

• Confer 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 School Improvement Plan;

• Cultivate a collaborative working environment that encourages communication, innovation, and refinement of instructional practices;

• Monitor departmental compliance with accountability measures;

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits and respect for others;

• Perform other assigned duties as necessary.

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

• Master’s Degree AND
• 3 or more years of experience in a Principal or School Director position

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in supervision, training, and development of teachers
• Possesses knowledge of technical systems used within the organization
• Thorough knowledge of Florida accountability structures and systems
• Experience in a Virtual School setting

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 [email protected].

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.