Requisition Number 19-2393
Title (ALDCA) Academic Administrator -2019/20
City State wide State AL

Description
(ALDCA) Academic Administrator INSPIRE THE FUTURE
K12 is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

The mission of Alabama Destinations Career Academy 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!

The Academic Administrator directs and coordinates educational, administrative, and counseling activities of primary and secondary schools by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. AS AN Academic Administrator, YOU WILL ENJOY...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives; Develops and administers educational programs for students with mental or physical disabilities; Evaluates to ensure conformance to State and school board standards;
• Researches and implements K12 and non-K12 curriculum resources to meet State standards; Maintains high levels of quality assurance, including course evaluation and course approval procedures; Contributes to policy and planning;
• Supervises school principals (High School, Elementary/Middle School) and programs; Confers with administrators, teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
• Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
• Directs preparation of class schedules, cumulative records, and attendance reports;
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services; Serves as liaison with other administrative staff, academic colleagues and students; Serves as liaison with partner institutions, other institutions, external agencies, government departments and prospective students.
  
  Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
  competencies.
  
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
  Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 4-20 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees and/or contractors including the Elementary/Middle School Principal and High School Principal. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  

Get to know (ALDCA)!

• Behind the scenes
• A Day in the life

Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Education or related AND
• Five (5) years of related experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses: State Specific Teaching License and/or Administrators License
Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrable leadership, organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Very proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 30 % of the time
• Ability to pass required background check

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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is an office based position. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the State where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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• About us
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K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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