Deputy Head of School

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

📋 Description

• Provide high-level operational and administrative leadership for the virtual school.

• Execute the school's academic vision and promote student achievement.

• Supervise daily school operations and guide the school leadership team.

• Collaborate with the Head of School and School Board on the vision, mission, decisions, and policies.

• Spearhead the implementation of the School Improvement Plan and Turnaround Plan.

• Utilize student performance data and instructional evidence to pinpoint underperformance, track progress, and modify strategies.

• Liaise with school leadership, governing board, authorizing district, and state personnel on turnaround commitments.

• Direct targeted strategies and supports for students at risk of academic failure.

• Enhance instructional quality through coaching, professional development, feedback, and monitoring.

• Ensure the effective execution of the instructional model, curriculum, resources, assessments, and targeted instruction.

• Oversee career pathways and postsecondary opportunity programs.

• Partner with industry and higher education stakeholders.

• Navigate regulatory requirements and ensure adherence to applicable laws and authorizing agency standards.

• Develop educational program plans and policies, overseeing their implementation.

• Collaborate on school budgeting, marketing, and enrollment strategies.

• Serve as a public relations representative for the school community.

• Recruit, hire, retain, evaluate, and develop staff members.

• Foster a positive school culture among staff, students, families, and community leaders.

• Maintain school census, attendance records, and necessary reporting data.

• Coordinate audit responses, security protocols, emergency plans, and technology initiatives.

• Monitor school accountability and report card metrics.

• Maintain parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks.

• Communicate the school mission and vision while seeking family input.

• Organize special projects, peer mentoring, service learning, community involvement, and student orientation programs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree in education or a closely related field, or relevant educational administrative experience.

• Current administrative and teaching licenses are mandatory.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in education, including at least five years as a K–12 administrator.

• Proven track record of successfully leading school turnaround in a low-performing K–12 school, with documented, measurable improvements in student achievement and learning gains.

• Experience supporting students at risk of academic failure and/or leading in an alternative education environment.

• Experience in implementing and monitoring school improvement or turnaround plans.

• Ability to provide tangible evidence of turnaround results.

• Three or more years of experience in an instructional role within an online school.

• Fundamental understanding of Career and Technical Education (CTE).

• Three or more years of experience with CTE, including developing and maintaining external partnerships.

• Familiarity with research-based instructional practices for project-based learning.

• Knowledge of applicable state academic standards, including Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards.

• Understanding of state school accountability and report card components.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines.

• Capability to manage confidential information appropriately.

• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies, including differentiated instruction and targeted interventions.

• Experience with online learning and relevant educational research.

• Comprehension of distance learning methodology, implementation, and effectiveness measurement.

• Understanding of employee evaluation processes in a corporate or nonprofit environment.

• Strong skills in building relationships and engaging with the community.

• In-depth knowledge of curriculum development and program design.

• Proven success in managing nonprofit or for-profit operations.

• History of success in building community partnerships and fundraising.

• Entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Familiarity with school and nonprofit management.

• Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive work environment promoting collaboration and innovation.