Head of Primary Education

Education Director
General Management Responsibilities:

• Enforce online discipline while maintaining a supportive and understanding approach appropriate for children and families.
• Achieve academic goals through collaboration with online educators, parents, families, and the youth committee.
• Integrate educational policies and guidelines from quality assurance bodies and government entities into the platform's curriculum.
• Perform all necessary tasks to accomplish the platform's educational mission as requested by the Board/CEO/Department of Education.
• Manage applications for grants, bursaries, and funding opportunities for the platform.
• Maintain accurate family records, including attendance, demographics, grades, and other required data.
• Meet with parents, students, and committee members-virtually or in person-to discuss needs, progress, and concerns with empathy and clarity.

Financial Responsibilities:

• Support the platform's annual budget, grants, and bursaries.
• Propose budgets for supplies, materials, staff, and equipment.
• Review and recommend requests for instructional materials and resources within the approved budget.

Ensure clear, consistent, and family-friendly communication with staff, students, and families.

• Encourage staff participation in parent-teacher and community events, both virtual and in person.
• Actively engage with the online and local community to build meaningful relationships.
• Investigate comparable platforms and explore ways to enhance offerings.
• Develop and manage promotional materials for the platform.

Ensure that all online learning resources and platforms are fully functional, accessible, and user-friendly for families and students of all backgrounds.

Fully utilize available online tools, materials, and youth support services.

~ Ensure compliance with relevant authorities and safety regulations for virtual environments, with a focus on child safety and well-being.

Education Management Responsibilities:

• Establish curriculum guidelines in collaboration with administrators and the youth committee.
• Develop and manage activities that demonstrate progress for families and students as alternatives to traditional exams.
• Chair and manage internal committees to ensure academic goals are met.
• Develop academic benchmarks for families and students.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of online learning materials and resources.
• Oversee the development of extracurricular activities within the online environment.
• Set educational standards and goals for families and students.
• Plan and organize engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and events for families and students, always considering the emotional, social, and educational needs of children and their caregivers:
• Birth to Kindergarten: Kindergarten to 6th Grade: Interactive learning events, webinars, and workshops for primary education.
• 6th Grade to 8th Grade: Programs focused on middle school development and academic growth.
• 8th Grade to High School Graduation: College preparation, career readiness, and senior-year programming.
• Support and encourage family involvement through events, inclusive, community-building events meetings, and special interest groups.

Reporting and Planning:

• Prepare and present reports, including board reports, progress demonstrations, and educational data.
• Plan and conduct virtual or in-person faculty meetings.

This role offers an opportunity to lead an innovative and dynamic online learning environment while building meaningful, trust-based relationships with children and families. The Education Director plays a vital role in shaping not only academic outcomes, but also the daily experiences and well-being of the families they serve.
Department Learning Center Role Education Director Locations FACCES, FACCES Employment type Full-time Client FACCES