Director of Education

About the Organization

Fusion Academy is a revolutionary alternative, accredited private school for grades 6-12 that offers a fully individualized classroom : one student, one teacher. As the nationwide leader in one to one schooling, Fusion Academy has campuses throughout the country.

Every student at Fusion is unique - some students are accelerated learners; some need flexible scheduling; and others have special learning needs due to attention challenges, learning differences, or social and emotional difficulties. No matter why students come to Fusion, our model is simple - through compassion and acceptance, Fusion students learn on their terms, on their schedule, and in their learning style.

Our model is a unique academic program offering services year-round on a rolling admissions basis. Our environment is highly personal and socially inclusive. Equal emphasis is placed on students' emotional well-being as it is on academic achievements. In addition to full time enrollment, students at Fusion Academy may take a class for credit or enroll in our tutoring / mentoring program.

The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Fusionites are a special brand of educators they are creative, passionate, embrace change, and have fun! They communicate honestly and with compassion to both students and colleagues. People join the Fusion family for more than just a paycheck; they seek to work with peers who share these values. And because Fusion is growing rapidly, we offer considerable opportunity for career advancement throughout the country.

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Hours

Location

Dallas

Description

The Director of Education ensures that the education and student life programs are reflective of a personalized and holistic approach where students receive effective teaching and mentoring in the classroom, Homework Cafe, and throughout social programming.

Salary range : $68,000 - $75,000 / year USD

Your Day to Day :

• Train teachers and Homework Cafe staff to ensure alignment with Fusion's culture, mission and approach.
• Provide ongoing professional development to foster continuous improvement related to student outcomes.
• Manage the evaluation of the education program using assessment data and School Quality metrics to ensure effective classroom and operational practices.
• Enhance teaching effectiveness by conducting classroom observations and coaching sessions.
• Ensure course integrity and student outcomes through the file check and course closure process.
• Ensure teachers are equipped with necessary classroom resources.
• Support hiring processes as needed : post positions, screen resumes, interview, conduct mock teaching sessions, process new hire paperwork
• Oversee the Homework Cafe to support students with work completion and organizational skills.
• Create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for all students through teaching social-emotional skills.
• Facilitate student events, such as clubs, field trips, service learning, workshops, and meetings.
• Administer student assessments and surveys to allow for data-informed decision making.
• Inspire staff through exemplary leadership practices grounded in academic expertise, integrity, and commitment to excellence.

What You Will Own :

Qualifications :

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees which generally includes :

We offer a package for part time employees which generally includes :

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and / or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others' well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.

Position Requirements

Please see above.

Number of Openings

Full-Time / Part-Time

Full-Time

Exempt / Non-Exempt

Exempt

EOE Statement

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others' well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Salary : $68,000 - $75,000