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Director of Student Success
Futures Academy Cupertino, CA
$83k-132k (estimate)
Full Time | Elementary & Secondary Education 2 Months Ago
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Futures Academy is Hiring a Director of Student Success Near Cupertino, CA

The Director of Student Success works closely with the Head of School, staff, students and parents to ensure that each Futures Academy student is excelling both academically and personally. With a focus on retention of students and teachers, the DSS will be involved in the selection, training, and evaluation of teachers as well as professional development for all staff. He/she will have advanced levels of communication with parents regarding the status of grades and academic performance and will also serve as the liaison between teachers and families in determining whether any academic support services are needed. The DSS will manage teacher related processes such as daily attendance, parent communication, close outs and grade input with the goal of establishing consistency, organization, and exemplary service to our enrolled families. In addition to on-campus responsibilities, the DSS will be focused on building a network of resources outside of Futures Academy in order to best support our community of students. Those networks will include specialists in the areas of counseling/therapy, special education services, and organizations promoting leadership and service learning.

This position is at-will, full-time and exempt.

Academic Instructional Duties and Responsibilities as determined by the Campus Director may include:

  • Support all teachers to provide effective instruction in a one-to-one personalized, mastery learning setting
  • Support all teachers to plan lessons that are in a clear and logical manner
  • Post exemplary unit lesson plans, formative and summative assessments, and lessons of videos on our LMS
  • Support all teachers to post exemplary unit lesson plans, formative and summative assessments of videos on our LMS
  • Support and evaluate all teachers to adapt instruction based upon each individual student’s understanding, aptitude, and knowledge base
  • Support and evaluate all teachers around providing each student with the opportunity for active involvement and creative thinking
  • Support and evaluate all teachers to continuously demonstrate mastery of subject material
  • Ensure all teachers regularly communicate with parents regarding students’ progress throughout each semester course
  • Ensure all teachers complete and record student progress after every teaching session and submitting it through the online teacher portal; and
  • Ensure all teachers track student attendance at each teaching session and submitting attendance records through the online teacher portal
  • Oversee the implementation of a study hall/tutorial support program that helps all students complete their assignments at the mastery level
  • When needed teach classes

Scholastic (Non-Instructional) Duties and Responsibilities as determined by the Campus Director may include:

  • Work in conjunction with the Head of School during the implementation of enrollment/recruitment efforts
  • Conduct and participate in enrollment/recruitment events throughout the year that are both face-to-face and online
  • Attend, participate, and facilitate professional development, teacher in-service, new teacher training, and staff meetings
  • Assist Head of School with managing labor costs through productive scheduling practices and maximizing allotted teaching hours
  • Collaborate with instructors in writing and revising course outlines and syllabi;
  • Embrace and seek out new technology and educational tools that continuously improve Futures in Education’s (FIE’s) quality of education
  • Support teachers and tutors provide academic support based upon each individual student’s understanding, aptitude, and knowledge base
  • Encourage each student to be an active participant in his/her learning outcomes
  • Track student progress and communicate with parents and campus staff regarding the academic challenges and successes of current students
  • Actively work with students to cultivate self confidence, self motivation, and a sense of accountability for their academic performance
  • Develop awareness about Futures Academy among community organizations, businesses and various educational institutions
  • Oversee student ASB and clubs to ensure campus meets goals related to social development for all students
  • Manage the campus tutor and develop study hall expectations for use by all part time and full time students
  • Plan, facilitate, and execute campus events and organize communication for students and families
  • Monitor and enforce teacher policies/procedures
  • Any other projects and responsibilities assigned by the Director or FIE management
  • Help manage and grow campus clubs and student leadership opportunities

Parent/Student Contact:

  • Establish rapport and develop positive relationships with parents/guardians and students in order to recognize and support learner objectives and goals
  • Ensure teachers consistently inform parents/guardians regarding student progress using the tools and communication systems provided for this purpose
  • Provide early notification to parents of students who are struggling academic to determine what additional support is needed

Professional Responsibilities:

  • Attend, participate and aid in facilitating weekly staff meetings as planned
  • Adhere to all FIE/FA policies and procedures
  • At all times, represent the program and the company in a positive and professional manner
  • Communicate with colleagues and supervisors on a regular basis and participate in company training meetings as scheduled.

Key Relationships:

  • Head of School, Teachers, Admin, Parents/Guardians, Students, District Vice President and Futures Academy home office staff

Key Behavioral Competencies:

  • Team focus, with a collaborative approach to delivering valuable service
  • Positive attitude and pleasant, professional demeanor towards staff, students and families
  • Communicate a “can-do” cooperative attitude towards request from students and director
  • Demonstrate ability to master and train other team members around new technology
  • Show initiative in problem solving and overcoming obstacles.
  • Demonstrate empathy toward all students
  • Well-prepared and engaged with attention to detail and desired outcomes
  • Effective time-management, responsiveness and follow-through on commitments and expectations
  • Diligent and relevant communication to maintain contact with parents and students
  • Balanced blend of assisting students while building individual accountability
  • Support of students in defining, setting and achieving goals
  • Creativity and customization of delivery methods to encourage students to excel
  • Willingness to continue to participate in professional growth opportunities

Qualifications/Background:

  • BA/BS in education or content area (required) and Master's Degree in education or related field (preferred)
  • Significant experience with curriculum development and implementation
  • Strong knowledge of current research on curriculum, instruction and assessment
  • At least three years of teaching experience in multiple subject areas for grades 6-12
  • Ability to think critically, problem-solve, backwards plan, analyze and use data, and prioritize the needs of students
  • Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Google Applications, and Salesforce.com
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Possess a valid drivers license and reliable mode of transportation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $64,480.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Education administration: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

SALARY

$83k-132k (estimate)

POST DATE

01/30/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/31/2023

WEBSITE

futures.edu

HEADQUARTERS

PIKESVILLE, MD

SIZE

50 - 100

FOUNDED

1985

CEO

W RICE

REVENUE

<$5M

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

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About Futures Academy

Futures in Education is the parent company of Futures Academy, formerly Halstrom Academy. We updated our name to better align with our innovative education and history. Futures Academy is a unique and enriching academic environment that cultivates the individual personalities, skills and talents of children in a safe, supportive and socially engaging atmosphere. Over 19,000 students, grades 6-12, have embraced the Futures Academy philosophy and one-to-one teaching model to go on to achieve the highest levels of success through education. Futures Academy has 15 campuses located throughout Calif...ornia and is growing, offering year-around open enrollment, one-to-one classes, flexible scheduling options and content mastery learning for students. Classes are customized to each student's learning style and pace. Futures Academy provides a powerful alternative for parents whose children may not be living up to their full potential in a traditional, one-size-fits-all school. Futures Academy understands that some children struggle because of academic or social issues, while others require a flexible and more focused environment. Futures Academy serves students who are advanced learners, unique learners (ADHD, ADD, advanced learners, social anxiety, etc) as well as actors, artists, and athletes on a full-time or part-time basis. Classes are offered online or on campus. Futures Academy courses align with common core standards and is WASC accredited and UC, CSU and NCAA approved. With a technology enriched curriculum, students use iPads loaded with eTextbooks and learning apps making learning interactive and fun. Future's vision is to be the global leading provider of fully customizable secondary education that best prepares students for today and tomorrows world. In addition, Futures is a rapidly growing company and is always looking for the very best talent to join the team. More
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