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Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000 / year USD

Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000 / year USD

TrilogyChicago, IL, US
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Overview

Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) — $400,000 / year USD. This full-time, independent-contractor position requires leading academic excellence across our network and translating learning science into practical, measurable outcomes.

Base pay range

$200.00 / hr - $200.00 / hr

What You Will Be Doing

  • Architect practical academic frameworks that bridge the gap between learning science and daily execution
  • Orchestrate academic excellence by conducting high-stakes performance reviews and ensuring accountability across our network
  • Lead data-driven investigations to identify and eliminate barriers to accelerated learning
  • Spearhead strategic planning and milestone tracking to keep focus on exceptional student outcomes
  • Be our academic ambassador, delivering inspiring keynotes and collaborating with education ministries worldwide

What You Won’t Be Doing

  • Making incremental tweaks to curriculum without driving fundamental change
  • Conducting theoretical research disconnected from real student achievement
  • Avoiding direct accountability by hiding behind layers of management
  • Relying on reputation rather than demonstrable results to drive change

    • Director Of Academic Excellence Key Responsibilities

    Take our revolutionary academic model to new heights by harmonizing execution across our school network, establishing world-class leadership standards, and becoming the authoritative voice of our learning science-based movement.

    Basic Requirements

    You'll need to bring :

  • Advanced credentials in Learning Science, Educational Psychology, or related field (Master's / Ph.D.)
  • Proven track record of leading academic / EdTech teams to exceptional outcomes (7+ years)
  • Demonstrated success in leveraging AI / technology to boost learning efficiency
  • Established thought leadership presence through speaking, publishing, or advisory roles
  • Sharp performance management skills and ability to drive excellence among top performers
  • Expertise in data-driven learning diagnostics and intervention design
  • Natural ability to connect with diverse stakeholders from students to school leaders

    • Nice-to-have Requirements

    Bonus points for :

  • Experience founding or leading innovative educational ventures
  • Success navigating diverse educational landscapes across cultures and borders
  • Expert knowledge of mastery learning principles and Bloom's 2 Sigma research

    • About 2 Hour Learning

    Education is broken, but 2 Hour Learning is proving it doesn’t have to be. They’re replacing the outdated one-size-fits-all model with AI-driven personalized learning that helps kids master academics in just two hours a day. With students ranking in the top 1-2% nationally and top 20% achieving 6.5x growth, the focus is on talent and performance. The environment supports both on-campus and remote work for innovators, educators, and AI specialists.

    Working with us

    This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $200 USD / hour, which equates to $400,000 USD / year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. For details, consult www.crossover.com / help-and-faqs.

    Crossover Job Code : LJ-5595-US-Chicago-DirectorofAcad.004

    Additional job details

  • Seniority level : Executive
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Education, Project Management, and Strategy / Planning
  • Industries : Education Administration Programs, E-Learning Providers, and Non-profit Organizations

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