Deputy Head of School

Job Description

The Deputy Head of School serves as the second-in-command for all academic and operational functions of the school. This leader supports the Head of School by managing instructional execution, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring alignment between academics, student experience, and business objectives. School Leadership for this role includes leading and managing key areas of business operations, such as developing and implementing school plans, policies, and strategies that support organizational goals; creating and monitoring key performance metrics; and collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and sustainable school growth. This position is ideal for a strategic, data-driven leader who excels at both instructional oversight and operational management within a virtual school environment.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

A passionate administrator is needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Coast to Mountains Preparatory Academy (CM Prep). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Coast to Mountains Preparatory Academy (CM Prep) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Deputy Head of School serves as the second-in-command for all academic and operational functions of the school. This leader supports the Head of School by managing instructional execution, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring alignment between academics, student experience, and business objectives. School Leadership for this role includes leading and managing key areas of business operations, such as developing and implementing school plans, policies, and strategies that support organizational goals; creating and monitoring key performance metrics; and collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and sustainable school growth. This position is ideal for a strategic, data-driven leader who excels at both instructional oversight and operational management within a virtual school environment.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES -
Instructional Leadership

• Support the Head of School in implementing the school’s instructional vision and academic priorities.
• Oversee curriculum fidelity, instructional quality, assessment practices, and academic performance across grade bands.
• Lead the rollout of PLCs, coaching cycles, intervention programs, and teacher onboarding.
• Monitor student achievement trends, course pass rates, engagement metrics, and intervention outcomes.

Staff Support & Management

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to instructional staff as assigned.
• Lead and support hiring, onboarding, and training processes for teachers, counselors, and academic support staff.
• Support execution of evaluations, classroom observations, and continuous improvement processes.

Operational & Business Leadership

• Lead development and implementation of operational plans, policies, and strategies aligned with school and organizational business goals.
• Oversee and track key performance metrics related to academics, enrollment, student experience, and operational health.
• Manage daily operational workflows and cross-department coordination.

School Culture & Family Engagement

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging virtual school culture.
• Support development of communication plans, family engagement events, and schoolwide updates.

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a key advisor to the Head of School in long-range planning, academic strategy, staffing models, and growth initiatives.
• Analyze performance data to guide decisions around instruction, staffing, interventions, and future planning.
• Represent the school in cross-school collaborations, leadership meetings, and external initiatives.
• Act as acting Head of School when the Head of School is unavailable.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of related professional experience
• 3+ years of supervisory/management experience
• Demonstrated success in instructional leadership, school operations, or related educational leadership roles
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and support staff performance
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field
• Experience operating in virtual or hybrid school environments
• Familiarity with online learning platforms and academic technology
• Experience working within private, charter, ESA, or multi-school network environments
• Strong data-analysis skills and experience using dashboards or performance tools

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level.  Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections.  Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. 

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is virtual.

Job Type

Regular

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Job Type

Regular

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.