Deputy Head of School

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

📋 Description

• Exhibit leadership that demonstrates professionalism and upholds high academic standards, recognizing the achievements of both students and staff.

• Oversee and guide the school leadership team in the daily operations of the institution.

• Work in conjunction with the Head of School (HOS) to assist the School Board in implementing the school's vision and mission, along with making school decisions and creating policies.

• Supervise programming for career pathways, which include Arts/AV, IT, Business, Health Science, skilled trades, work-based learning, and post-secondary opportunities.

• Partner with industry and higher education organizations to provide post-secondary opportunities for students.

• Navigate regulatory complexities and manage political sensitivities with the board, state department of education, and political stakeholders.

• Formulate plans and policies for the educational program and ensure their execution.

• Guarantee adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.

• Collaborate with the HOS on the development and management of the school budget alongside the ACCEL Finance team.

• Oversee the execution of school marketing and enrollment strategies.

• Act as a public relations representative between ACCEL and the school community.

• Ensure that programs comply with the requirements set by the authorizing agency.

• Recruit, hire, retain, assess, and cultivate a team of highly qualified staff.

• Promote a positive school culture that involves staff, community leaders, students, and parents.

• Serve as the instructional leader, utilizing data to inform academic decisions.

• Ensure the application of instructional models, curricula, assessments, and targeted instruction.

• Maintain records of school census, attendance, and other state/sponsor reporting data.

• Coordinate responses to audits.

• Ensure that school and office security and emergency plans are compliant with requirements.

• Oversee school technology initiatives and recommend enhancements.

• Stay informed about state-specific report card and accountability standards.

• Ensure the development and review of parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks.

• Communicate the school's mission and vision while inviting feedback from parents and families.

• Foster professional relationships with parents through timely communication.

• Coordinate special projects, including peer mentoring, service learning, and community engagement.

• Ensure that student orientation and onboarding programs address the needs of students, families, and staff.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Education or a closely related field, or relevant Educational Administrative Experience.

• Current Administrative and Teacher licenses are required.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of Education.

• At least 5 years of experience serving as a K-12 administrator.

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

• A fundamental understanding of Career and Technical Education (CTE), including its success indicators and the pathway approach to its implementation.

• Three or more years of experience with CTE, involving the creation and maintenance of external partnerships.

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

• Familiarity with State Standards and Common Core Standards.

• Knowledge of State School Accountability and Report Card Components.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to thrive under pressure while effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to consistently meet deadlines.

• Understanding of and capability to manage confidential information.

• Knowledge of best practices for instructional strategies.

• Prior experience in online learning and research methodologies.

• Understanding of distance learning techniques, assessment, and implementation.

• Familiarity with employee evaluation processes in corporate and non-profit contexts.

• Excellent communication and community-building capabilities.

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum development and program design.

• A proven track record of success in managing for-profit and non-profit businesses.

• A history of building community partnerships and successful fundraising efforts.

• An entrepreneurial spirit.

• Knowledge of school and non-profit management.

• Ability to successfully pass state and federal background checks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration.

• Retirement plan options.

• Paid time off and holidays.