Executive Head of Schools

The Executive Head of Schools, working with the VP of Online Schools, holds executive and administrative authority and responsibility for the effective operation of assigned schools, excluding responsibilities carried out directly by the board(s). The Executive Head of Schools oversees implementation of the school’s model and curriculum and compliance with all aspects of state and federal law, board policies and procedures, and authorizer requirements.

About the Opportunity

• Supervise Heads of School and/or Principals at each designated school
• Act as liaison between Heads of School and/or Principals, the management company, school board of directors, and school sponsors
• Participate in public hearings and negotiations with school districts and Departments of Education
• Oversee preparation of budgets and monitor existing budgets
• Actively contribute to all aspects of new school development in assigned states, including budget, academic model, staffing plan, marketing, and stakeholder engagement

About You

• Southeast region preferred
• Five or more years’ successful experience as School Leader or Head of School, preferably in an online school
• Five or more years’ P&L management experience, preferably in a school setting
• Two or more years’ success as a Regional Manager of an education-related company or as a Superintendent or Associate Superintendent
• Track record of building positive working relationships with multiple stakeholders including Board members, authorizers, staff members, students, and parents,
• Working knowledge of current federal and relevant state(s) school law, including the implications on the educational program and on liability
• Bachelor’s degree in education, business management or other relevant field required, Master’s degree preferred
• Valid superintendent’s license preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times
• Strong time management skills as reflected in effective work and adherence to deadlines on simultaneous projects
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks 

About Us

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

 Compensation and Benefits: The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

The annual starting salary for this position is between $135,000 – $150,000 annually.  Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This is a bonus eligible position.

We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 paid holidays annually.

Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences.

We offer 4 unique health insurance plans to choose from that cover a wide range of deductibles and co- insurance levels. Our goal is to provide you with maximum choice in finding a plan that meets you and your family’s needs. Employees can choose from co-pay or High Deductible Health Plans.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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