Head of School in Training (School Administrator in Residence)

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
Days, plus school events

Location
Los Angeles - West LA

Description

Fusion Academy is hiring in the Los Angeles area if you:

Are a dynamic and energetic educational leader.

Are a candidate based on experience able to lead a Fusion campus as a Head of School immediately.

Are geographically mobile. Candidates must be willing to start in any of our Los Angeles area campuses and be willing to relocate to any Los Angeles area Fusion location once appointed to run a school after the residency period. (usually 6-24 months)

Are willing to train and be immersed in the Fusion culture across the Fusion Los Angeles market to learn the Fusion model by performing in an administrative leadership role at a campus in the market. Upon completion of the residency period, then move to your permanent assignment location in the Los Angeles area for Fusion as a Head of School.

What if you could lead a school where every classroom is just one student and just one teacher?

Position Summary

Fusion Academy Heads of School are innovative, and inspiring leaders who exhibit a growth mindset and exhibit our company's core values. At Fusion the Head of School is responsible for the operational, academic, enrollment growth, and fiscal health of the campus.

Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000

Bonus: Bonus eligibility would begin upon permanent appointment to HOS at a campus.

You're most likely a fit if:

• You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where "everything is possible" but resources can sometimes be scarce.
• You're passionate about developing people and feel successful when your team drives results.
• Compassion and communication are at the heart of your style.
• Your values align with ours: Excellence, Passion, Innovation, and Courage.
• We also believe in: "It's That Important!" We understand that what we do has a tremendous impact on students. We cannot wait. We cannot settle. We cannot quit. It's that important!

This probably isn't for you if:

• You are uncomfortable being accountable for quantitative results.
• You have little to no experience managing or motivating a high EQ team.
• You have little to no experience working in a highly relational environment where inspiration, relationships, and persuasion are more important than the hard sell.
• You struggle to synthesize information into a coherent strategy and plan.
• You aren't passionate about the mission, issues, people, or ideas that support our mission.

Here's Some of Your Day to Day Responsibilities in a Head of School role:

• Culture, Vision & Leadership
• Builds a strong, cohesive team that lives the Fusion Academy values
• Paints a compelling picture and ensures a unified vision for the team
• Instills joy and fun into our mission
• Applies persistent creativity to complex problems
• Maintains a high level of Campus team retention as a result of a dynamic and healthy culture
• Talent Development
• Recognizes rockstar skill sets and models behavior
• Sets and expects clear, high standards
• Addresses performance issues swiftly and fairly
• Exhibits achievement of success through the consistent and persistent effort with passion and drive ("work hard, play hard" philosophy)
• Enrollment & Fiscal Growth
• Exceed all top line and bottom line targets
• Ensure appropriate account management within the campus
• Appropriately manage labor costs and staffing
• Builds enrollment through community outreach and connection
• Manage and drive our contact strategy to maximize lead to enrollment conversion
• Effectively execute a solid community outreach and local marketing plan
• Practice effective enrollment closing and follow up techniques
• Build and foster relationships with local public and private educational institutions
• Participate in marketing events on behalf of the school and company at large
• Develop relationships with local businesses, influencers, educators, and specialists
• Actively seek partnership opportunities with companies and educational institutions
• Maintain a healthy and dynamic school culture amongst students, staff, and families
• Ensure student programs and services are appropriately being offered on campus
• Ensure solid administrative practices and policies are being followed while providing world-class customer service
• Communicates with parents, students, and staff to gain feedback and address concerns
• Develops Campus teams that are masters at providing great service
• Appropriately manage any student academic, social, or behavioral issues in alignment with school policies and values.
• Addresses any customer service issues and empowers Campus teams to do the same

What you bring to the team:

• 3 to 5 years demonstrated successful school leadership experience and deep respect for teaching and learning
• Excitement for alternative or non-traditional education systems
• Experience interacting directly with a variety of stakeholders
• Business growth experience through growing enrollment, student admissions, or other business development.
• Culture building, team creation, and inspirational leadership experience
• A passion for delivering mastery-based education to students with learning differences, including social and emotional differences.
• Experience managing a budget, financial reporting, and tracking specific metric performance
• A demonstrated track record of success, career progression, and increased responsibilities
• A passionate belief that students achieve the highest academic standards when there are appropriate school processes & procedures.

Management & Leadership

• Managerial, program development, and leadership experience in an educational school setting.
• People management experience, including:
• Ability to recruit and lead a professional staff.
• Experience with providing professional development and mentoring
• Strong ability to create and maintain a workplace culture
• Ability to drive the overall success and best represent Fusion core values resulting in recognition of staff.
• Visionary leadership that can articulate the value of Fusion.
• A focus on collaboration, with agility in balancing varying points of view in decision-making.
• Accept ownership and take responsibility for achieving specific metrics of success.

Personal Traits

• A passion for serving students.
• Personal motivation and passion for achieving goals and deadlines.
• Persuasive communication skills with a strong customer focus.
• Ability to quickly build relationships.
• Ability to handle difficult conversations and create harmony.
• Enthusiasm and flexibility.
• High energy and tenacity.
• Highly organized with effective time management skills.

Other Information

• Additional information about Fusion Academy is available at www.fusionacademy.com
• Please visit us on YouTube here: Fusion Academy

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

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Number of Openings
1

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

This position is currently accepting applications.