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Acceleration Academies

Reimagining the high school experience.

Executive Director – Regional Academies

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 201-500Since 2014Company SiteLinkedIn

Location

Nevada

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

$130K - $150K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Lead strategic planning and execution to grow billable Graduation Candidate (GC) enrollment across assigned partnerships and regions • Hold Academy Directors accountable for partnership performance, ensuring alignment with revenue and operating budget goals • Ensure high-quality implementation of the Acceleration Academy model across all regional sites • Support academy teams in meeting or exceeding goals for GC engagement, course completions, credit-earned rate, and graduations • Build and sustain strong relationships with district stakeholders in collaboration with the AA go-to-market team • Oversee operational and academic practices to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and Acceleration Academies standards • Recruit, hire, and develop high-performing leaders across academies, fostering strong leadership pipelines and team culture • Apply innovative practices to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of each academy within the region

Job Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • Experience: 7–10 years of K–12 educational leadership experience, preferably at the district level.
  • Experience in the for-profit education industry is a plus.
  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, managing operations, and achieving academic and enrollment targets
  • Ability to travel regularly within the region to maintain a strong on-the-ground presence

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation: $130,000 to $150,000
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.
  • Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources
  • Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team
  • Professional Development: Certification reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities
  • Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements

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