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Academic Manager

ServingSchools
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
At LearnWell, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the 10 million students in the U.S. who face behavioral health challenges. For over 26 years, we have provided on-site educational services in hospitals, ensuring that school-age patients can continue their education during treatment and reintegrate seamlessly into their classrooms. With a network of over 200 educators, our mission is to create a lasting positive impact on future generations.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Manager to manage our Maine, Southern New Hampshire and Northeastern Massachusetts teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in staff development, coaching, employee performance management, financial oversight, client satisfaction, and the delivery of high-quality educational services. You will possess exceptional communication and listening skills, excel in managing dynamic environments, and demonstrate strong conflict resolution capabilities. As a leader, you will inspire your team’s professional growth, be resourceful, adaptable, and exhibit strong critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee 6 hospital accounts and their teachers.
  • Conduct regular meetings with direct reports to ensure alignment and accountability.
  • Collaborate with the HR team to ensure consistent staffing across hospital locations.
  • Foster positive customer relations with hospital and school district partners.
  • Perform financial analysis of each hospital account and ensure revenue goals are met.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with senior management to achieve strategic goals.
  • Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

We offer a very generous package of paid time off including vacation time, sick time, federal holidays, and paid school breaks. We also offer healthcare benefits that include medical, dental, and vision. Additional benefits include paid family leave options, 401K, employer sponsored life insurance policies, and annual grants for tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • MA, ME or NH State Teaching License
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% throughout the area.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an operations management role
  • Ability to perform well under pressure, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Performance-based bonus

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