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Stride, Inc.

Special Programs Academic Administrator

Salary$74k – $85k
LocationUS - SC - Columbia - Carolus Online Academy; US - SC - Remote
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience5+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenOct 6, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have11
Master's degree in business, education or related field of study
Five (5) years of educational experience
One (1) year of supervisory experience
Demonstrable leadership, organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.)
Web proficiency
Experience as an on-line / virtual educator
South Carolina Department of Education Academic Administrator Certification
Special Education Certification
State License as a School Administrator
Nice to have4
Experience working with proposed age group
Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
Experience with online learning platforms
Eligibility3
Ability to clear required background check
Ability to travel 20% of the time
Must reside in South Carolina
Skills
Microsoft Office
Outlook
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Project
Visio
Web proficiency
online learning platforms
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement contributions
Paid time off
Bonus
Job Description
Required Certificates and Licenses
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South Carolina Department of Education Academic Administrator and Special Education Certification Required
Residency Requirements
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Must reside in South Carolina
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This is a hybrid position that will require time in the Columbia office
About the company
K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families 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.
Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Carolus Online Academy (COA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!
The mission of Carolus Online Academy (COA) 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!
Responsibilities
The Special Programs Academic Administrator directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of student by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
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Ensures conformance of educational programs to state and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities;
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As needed, researches and implements non-K12 curriculum resources that meet state standards;
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Manages teaching and administrative staff; Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs;
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Helps articulate the school’s mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively in order to achieve desired results; Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment;
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Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
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Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals;
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Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws, including laws pertaining to special education;
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Develops and oversees implementation of the school’s Academic Improvement Plan.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Master’s degree in business, education or related field of study AND
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Five (5) years of educational experience AND
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One (1) year of supervisory experience OR
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Equivalent combination of education and experience
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Ability to clear required background check
OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Demonstrable leadership, organizational and time management skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
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Ability to travel 20% of the time
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Experience as an on-line / virtual educator
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State License as a School Administrator
DESIRED QUALIFICATION:
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Experience working with proposed age group.
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Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology.
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Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment.
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Experience with online learning platforms.
Benefits
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.
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We anticipate the salary range to be $73,534.00 - $85,000.00. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
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.
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This is a hybrid position that will require time in the Columbia office
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 [email protected].
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.
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