Academic Manager – Private School; Grades 7-12

Academic Manager – Private School (Grades 7-12)

The Academic Administrator works closely alongside the School Principal to oversee the day‑to‑day functioning of the academic program. This role is highly collaborative and relationship‑driven, focused on supporting teachers, students, and staff while ensuring strong instructional practices that meet the diverse learning and emotional needs of our students. The Academic Administrator supports the academic team, daily operations, and partners with the Principal to align instruction, training, and systems with school‑wide goals.

Together, they build a positive, structured, and engaging learning environment where students with Autism, ADHD, and other learning differences can grow in independence, confidence, and academic success. We are a residential treatment center with an accredited school program through Cognia that serves students in grades 7–12. Our mission is to meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students through individualized systems of support that promote continued growth, meaningful learning, and preparation for opportunities after treatment and throughout their lives.

• Status: Full‑Time, Exempt
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Extended School Year (ESY)
  • Hours may vary based on program or training needs
• Pay Scale: 60,000‑80,000 based on experience and education
• Benefits Group: 2&3
• Group Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off:
  • PTO Accrual
  • Company Holidays

• Supportive culture of feedback, growth, and inclusion
• Professional growth through collaboration with clinical, psychiatric, nursing, and residential teams

• Bachelor's degree in Education
• Active Utah Secondary Teaching License
• 5+ years of teaching experience
• 1+ year of management or leadership experience (preferred)
• Ability to pass background check upon hire

• Partner closely with the School Principal to oversee daily academic operations and support school‑wide goals
• Manage and support a team of secondary teachers
• Foster positive, supportive relationships with students, teachers, and staff
• Participate in weekly Education Team Meetings and PLCs
• Support alignment between academic programming, therapeutic goals, and student needs
• Oversee academic programming across MLA campuses
• Ensure instruction aligns with Utah Core Curriculum and Cognia accreditation standards
• Maintain accurate curriculum documentation and student records
• Support scheduling based on transcripts, credits, and individual student needs
• Monitor student academic progress and adjust instruction as needed
• Oversee ACT/SAT prep, testing, and accommodation applications as appropriate

• Upon admission:
  • Connect with parents to gather academic history
  • Complete Accommodations Plans
• Communicate professionally and promptly with families, districts, consultants, and agencies
• Support Parent Weekend by preparing grades, discussing goals, and reviewing accommodations
• Support intake and discharge processes, including assessments, transcripts, and records
• Set‑up student computers with approved platforms and software

• Maintain detailed documentation, agendas, and training records
• Conduct regular performance evaluations using Utah State Educator Evaluations and MLA’s evaluation system
• Mentor teachers in adapting instruction for diverse academic and emotional needs
• Manage and strengthen the Teacher Mentor Program

• Maintain CPR, First Aid, and Positive Control Systems (PCS) certification
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality standards
• Maintain training records and required certifications
• Understand and manage educator certification assignments through USBE (CACTUS)
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Organized, proactive, and flexible leadership style
• Ability to self‑regulate and lead calmly in high‑stress situations
• Creative problem‑solving and program development
• Commitment to culturally competent, inclusive practices
• Confidence leading teams, trainings, and meetings
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Intermediate
• Microsoft 365:
  Intermediate
• Copy/Fax:
  Basic

• Reports to: Program Director and Principal
• Works closely with: School Principal and Academic Team
• Communication through email, phone, text, and documentation platforms, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality