Special Programs Academic Administrator

Stride, Inc.

Lansing, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Educational Administration, Federal Laws and Regulations, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Word, Online Training, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Special Education, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills, eLearning

LOCATION

Lansing, Michigan

POSTED

9 days ago

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Michigan Academic Administrator Certification and Special Education Certification Required.

Residency Requirements: Must reside in Michigan

The Special Programs Academic Administrator directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of student by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

This position is to start immediately for the current school year 2025/2026.

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.

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

The mission of Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA) 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.

Ensures conformance of educational programs to state and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities;
As needed, researches and implements non-K12 curriculum resources that meet state standards;
Manages teaching and administrative staff; Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs;
Helps articulate the school's mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively in order to achieve desired results; Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment;
Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals;
Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws, including laws pertaining to special education;
Develops and oversees implementation of the school's Academic Improvement Plan.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in business, education or related field of study AND
5-7 years of educational experience AND
3 years of supervisory experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to clear required background check

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrable leadership, organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
Ability to travel 20% of the time
Experience as an on-line / virtual educator
State License as a School Administrator
Special Education Teaching certification

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:

Experience working with proposed age group.
Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology.
Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment.
Experience with online learning platforms.

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

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 ind

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