Deputy Head of School

Academica

. Provide leadership exhibiting professionalism and high academic standards that celebrate student and staff achievements .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in educational administration, with expertise in Career and Technical Education (CTE) program development, compliance with educational standards, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proven ability to manage school operations, budget development, and community partnerships to enhance student success.

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Master’s Degree In EducationK-12 Administration ExperienceCareer And Technical Education (CTE)Online Learning ExperienceCurriculum Development

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Hard Skills

Educational Program DevelopmentCompliance With Local, State, And Federal LawsData-Driven Instructional LeadershipBudget Development And ManagementProject-Based Learning PracticesState Standards KnowledgeSchool Accountability KnowledgeCurriculum DesignStaff Recruitment And EvaluationEmergency Planning

Soft Skills

Exemplary Communication SkillsCommunity-Building SkillsAbility To Work Under PressurePrioritization And Task ExecutionConfidential Information Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Administrative LicenseCurrent Teacher License

Industry Keywords

Career PathwaysPost-Secondary OpportunitiesSchool MarketingPublic Relations LiaisonCommunity PartnershipsFundraisingDistance Learning MethodologyNot-For-Profit ManagementEducational StandardsOnline School Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership exhibiting professionalism and high academic standards that celebrate student and staff achievements
Manage and lead the school leadership team in the day-to-day operation of the school
Collaborate with the HOS to support the School Board on implementation of school vision and mission, school decisions and policy creation
Oversee programming for career pathways including Arts/AV, IT, Business, Health Science, skilled trades, work-based learning, and post-secondary opportunities
Collaborate with industry and higher education partners to execute post-secondary opportunities for students
Manage regulatory complexities and political sensitivities with the board, state department of education, and political stakeholders
Develop plans and policies for the educational program and ensure implementation
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws
Collaborate with the HOS on school budget development and management with the ACCEL Finance team
Oversee implementation of school marketing and enrollment plans
Serve as a public relations liaison between ACCEL and the school community
Ensure programs align with authorizing agency requirements
Recruit, hire, retain, evaluate, and develop highly qualified staff
Foster a positive school culture involving staff, community leaders, students, and parents
Serve as instructional leader and use data to drive academic decisions
Ensure implementation of instructional models, curricula, assessments, and targeted instruction
Maintain school census, attendance, and other state/sponsor reporting data
Coordinate responses to audits
Ensure school and office security and emergency plans meet requirements
Coordinate school technology efforts and recommend improvements
Maintain knowledge of state-specific report card/accountability requirements
Ensure creation and review of parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks
Communicate the school mission and vision and solicit parent/family input
Build professional relationships with parents through timely communications
Coordinate special projects including peer mentoring, service learning, and community involvement
Ensure student orientation and onboarding programs meet student, family, and staff needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in Education or a closely related field or Education Administrative Experience
Current Administrative and Teacher licenses required
At least 10 years of experience in Education
5 years' experience as K-12 administrator
Three or more years of experience working in an online school in an instructional role
Fundamental understanding of Career and Technical Education (CTE), its indicators as measurements of success, and the pathway approach in which CTE is implemented
Three or more years of experience with CTE, including creating and maintaining external partnerships
Experience in research-based instructional practices for project-based learning
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
Knowledge of State School Accountability/Report Card Components
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure and effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently
Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
Understanding of best practices for instructional strategies
Prior experience in online learning and research
Understanding of distance learning methodology, measurement, and implementation
Understanding of employee evaluation in a corporate/non-profit setting
Superb communication and community-building skills
Deep knowledge of curriculum development and program design
A record of success in operating not/for-profit business
A record of success in building community partnerships and fundraising
Entrepreneurial passion
Knowledge of school/non-profit management
Ability to pass state and federal background checks