Assistant Academic Administrator – Special Education

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kansas.

📋 Description

• Oversee and coordinate educational, administrative, and counseling initiatives for high school students.

• Ensure that educational programs align with state and local school board regulations.

• Research and implement curriculum resources outside of K12 that satisfy state standards as necessary.

• Clearly communicate the school’s mission and vision while fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

• Utilize communication technologies that support a primarily virtual/remote work environment.

• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations concerning special education and categorical programs.

• Engage with students, families, Municipal Court systems, and local districts regarding attendance and engagement adherence.

• Develop and manage the execution of the school’s Student Achievement Improvement Plan.

• Supervise and assess teaching staff performance.

• Oversee teacher performance and provide training for their professional growth.

• Manage Master and Lead Teachers along with their respective programs.

• Consult with teachers, students, and parents on educational and behavioral issues.

• Collaborate with teachers and K12 Enrollment concerning expulsions and withdrawals.

• Directly supervise between 15 to 30 full-time equivalent regular employees and/or contractors.

• Conduct interviews, hire, train, assign, direct, evaluate, reward, and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• Kansas School Administration Certification is mandatory.

• Must be a resident of Kansas.

• Previous supervisory experience is required.

• A Master’s degree is necessary.

• A minimum of five (5) years of educational experience, or a comparable combination of education and experience.

• Ability to pass the required background check.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.

• Familiarity with web technologies.

• Willingness to travel 20% of the time for meetings, professional development, etc.

• Previous experience as an online educator is preferred.

• Prior administrative experience is also desired.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Protections for equal opportunity employment.

• Required travel and participation in meetings as part of the role.