American Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Academics at our new Mesa North JH/HS campus. Candidates must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card.

These administrators work closely with the Campus Director, Chief Academic Officer, district leads, parents, students, and teachers to ensure that all state and federal academic mandates are adhered to and that the set academic program at their campus fully prepares each student to be successful beyond their K-12 experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Observe teachers in the assigned content areas and provide feedback. Based on observation, utilize coaching strategies as necessary.
• Meet with parents and staff members as needed.
• Support the Campus director and teachers in areas outside of academics as needed such as: student discipline, traffic duty, etc.
• Oversee the completion of lesson plans, grades, meeting minutes and agendas, newsletters, etc.
• Assist the Campus Director in the creation of the agenda’s for all staff meetings and provide training as needed.
• Work with teachers to ensure the successful completion of the necessary retention/credit loss procedures.
• Assist the counseling department and the District Registrar to complete all schedule changes based upon student enrollment, staffing, and academic concerns.
• Assist in the hiring of all paraprofessionals and teachers.
• Attend and lead summer training sessions as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer.

Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing ALA team:

• Leadership and team collaboration skills
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational skills and self-management to effectively handle multiple responsibilities
• Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals.
• Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills
• Self-motivation
• Dependability
• Loves children, loves people

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field
• K-12 classroom experience
• Management experience in education or related field
• Lifelong learner
• Organized
• Communicates effectively
• Positive
• Team-Player, collaborative

Preferred Requirements:

• 7-12 History/English/Math/Science/AP classroom experience
• AP Experience
• Master’s degree in Education or assigned field
• Knowledge of all state and federal academic mandates
• Knowledge of state funding for all academic programs
• Knowledge of requirements for a successful academic program
• Gifted/ Talented Endorsement or experience
• Special Education Certification or experience
• 504 Coordinator experience
• ELL Endorsement or experience

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and the following supporting documentation:

• Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint card
• Current resume
• Letters of recommendation (2-3)

If you have questions about the position, please send an email to jobs@charter.one.