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Overview
As Head of School for Tri-Star Virtual Schools with Stellar Virtual in Tennessee, you will be responsible for the academic, operational, and cultural leadership across the state. This role requires a seasoned educational leader who can manage a large, complex virtual school environment while driving academic excellence, operational efficiency, strong accountability, and exceptional student and family experiences in alignment with our core value of "Kids First, Always!"

Essential Duties

• Academic Leadership
• • Drive vision, strategy, and excellence for a up-and-coming student virtual school
  • Monitor and evaluate instructional effectiveness and student achievement data
  • Clearly understand and effectively manage state accountability systems to drive successful academic outcomes, a high state accountability rating, and ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence
• Operational Management
• • Oversee day-to-day operations of Tennessee’s virtual school programs.
  • Manage school budget and resource allocation effectively
  • Develop, implement, and refine systems and processes to support efficient operations at scale
  • Ensure compliance with all state regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with learning, marketing, technology, and operations teams to ensure seamless operations
  • Implement and refine school policies and procedures
  • Ensure current, accurate, and actionable student data in state and district accountability systems. 
• Team Leadership
• • Lead, develop, and inspire a large team of administrators, instructional leaders, and teachers
  • Drive recruitment, retention, and professional development of high-quality educators
  • Implement performance management systems that drive accountability and results
  • Create a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing school culture
  • Coach and develop leadership team members to build capacity across the organization
• Student Success
• • Implement effective intervention strategies for academically at-risk students
  • Drive systems for student engagement and participation in the virtual environment
  • Monitor student progress and achievement data to guide program improvements
  • Foster student leadership opportunities and school community engagement
  • Ensure successful implementation of student experience leveraging our three uniques: uBu!, School of One, and Education with Destination.
• Parent and Community Engagement
• • Build strong relationships with parents and families across Tennessee
  • Establish effective communication channels and feedback mechanisms
  • Lead parent education initiatives to support student success
  • Represent the school in community and state-level forums
  • Develop strategic partnerships to enhance educational opportunities
• Strategic Growth
• • Develop and implement strategies for sustainable enrollment growth
  • Identify opportunities for program enhancement and expansion
  • Collaborate with marketing and enrollment teams on recruitment strategies
  • Drive innovation in program offerings and student services
  • Contribute to the development of scalable models for future growth
• Success Metrics
• • Student academic achievement and growth measures
  • Student enrollment and retention rates
  • Parent and student satisfaction scores
  • Regulatory compliance and audit outcomes
  • State accountability scores
  • Attendance and completion/promotion rates
  • Budget management and fiscal responsibility
  • School culture and climate indicators

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes 

• 10+ years of experience in K-12 education, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
• Experience with Tennessee state educational regulations and compliance
• Proven track record of successful school leadership, preferably in a virtual or innovative learning environment
• Experience managing a large-scale educational program (5,000+ students)
• Deep knowledge of Tennessee educational regulations, standards, and requirements
• Strong understanding of virtual education models and best practices
• Excellent organizational and operational management skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams effectively
• Data-driven decision-making and analytical capabilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a remote environment
• Change management expertise and ability to drive continuous improvement
• Student-centered focus with unwavering commitment to academic excellence

Education & Certification Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field required
• Valid Tennessee teaching certification and/or administrative credentials required
• Additional educational leadership certifications are a plus

Employment "At-Will"
For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.