Job Description
It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
About Us:
Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you and your child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life.
Core Focus:
Innovative Network of Knowledge seeks to change education forever through innovation and technology. We offer a well of knowledge, a spring of possibilities and a place where your family becomes part of ours.
Key Benefits:
● Educational Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success.
● Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way.
● Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting.
Technology:
Innovative Network of Knowledge will provide this role with a company provided laptop, but the employee will secure and cover the cost for the operation of this technology in the virtual landscape of his/her home office. (internet, telephone, home office setup, etc.).
Position Summary:
The Assistant Academic Dean serves as an instructional and operational leader responsible for supporting the overall academic success, culture, and daily operations of the school. This role functions similarly to an assistant principal and partners closely with the Academic Dean to ensure high-quality instruction, strong student achievement, effective staff management, and a positive school culture.
The Assistant Academic Dean oversees teachers, students, instructional systems, academic interventions, attendance initiatives, compliance expectations, and operational systems to ensure excellence in teaching and learning. The ideal candidate is mission-driven, student-centered, highly organized, collaborative, and skilled in leading adults and students toward high expectations and continuous improvement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership
● Support the implementation and monitoring of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices aligned to school goals and state standards.
● Conduct classroom observations, walkthroughs, and instructional coaching conversations to improve teacher effectiveness.
● Monitor academic performance data and collaborate with teachers to create action plans for student achievement.
● Support intervention systems for struggling students and enrichment opportunities for advanced learners.
● Ensure grading practices are accurate, timely, and aligned to school expectations.
● Assist with academic planning, testing coordination, and progress monitoring initiatives.
● Other Duties as assigned
Staff Leadership & Supervision
● Supervise, coach, and evaluate assigned faculty and staff members.
● Lead professional development sessions, staff meetings, and collaborative planning meetings.
● Support onboarding and mentoring of new teachers and team members.
● Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth.
● Assist in staffing, scheduling, and coverage coordination as needed.
● Other Duties as assigned
Student Culture & School Operations
● Support the development and maintenance of a positive, safe, and structured school culture.
● Address student discipline matters using restorative and student-centered practices.
● Monitor student attendance, behavior, and academic progress and implement intervention plans as needed.
● Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and families to support student success.
● Assist with supervision during arrival, dismissal, lunch, transitions, extracurricular activities, and school events.
● Other Duties as assigned
School Management & Compliance
● Ensure compliance with school policies, state regulations, and organizational expectations.
● Support operational systems including attendance reporting, grade audits, documentation, and record keeping.
● Assist with master scheduling, testing logistics, school events, and campus operations.
● Maintain effective communication with families, staff, and community stakeholders.
● Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to strategic school improvement initiatives.
● Other Duties as assigned
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Required Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
● Valid teaching certification
● Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience
● Demonstrated instructional leadership experience
● Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
● Ability to analyze academic and behavioral data to drive decisions
● Experience leading teams and managing multiple priorities
Preferred Skills
● Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field
● Principal/Administrator certification
● Experience as a department chair, instructional coach, dean, assistant principal, or school leader
● Experience in school startup or turnaround environments
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
● Strong instructional leadership and coaching capacity
● Knowledge of curriculum design, assessment practices, and school operations
● Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Ability to manage conflict professionally and effectively
● Strong attention to detail and follow-through
● Commitment to equity, excellence, and student achievement
Work Environment
● Full-time, campus-based position
● May require occasional evening or weekend events
● Ability to supervise students and staff in various school settings
Performance Expectations
The Assistant Academic Dean will:
● Promote high academic achievement and operational excellence
● Maintain strong staff accountability and support systems
● Ensure timely completion of meetings, attendance systems, grading processes, and compliance requirements
● Foster a positive and achievement-oriented school culture
● Serve as a visible, collaborative, and solutions-oriented leader on campus
● Other Duties as assigned
Notice: Employment with Innovative Network of Knowledge will be on an at-will basis. As such, this position description is not a contract or guarantee of employment for a definite amount of time.
If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!
EEO Statement
In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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