Director, Academics - Washington

About Stellar Virtual

Stellar Virtual was founded in 2019 with one school in Texas. We serve parents of K-12 students, unhappy with their current school or need an at-home/flexible learning environment. Today, Stellar Virtual spans across three states currently, Arizona, Indiana, and Texas, with developing programs being introduced in new states over the next few years. Stellar Virtual is committed to going above and beyond for our virtual families. 

Our Mission

Empowering Families. Unleashing Potential. 

Our Core Values

At Stellar Virtual, we are guided by five core values. For us, these values are more than just something in an employee handbook that you’ll only hear about during orientation. These values are the pillars by which we operate all aspects of our organization. We talk about them often, and we expect that every one of our employees not only talks about our core values but also acts upon them.

So, it’s important to us that anyone who joins Stellar embraces our core values.

• Kids First, Always: We make student-centered decisions and always do what's best for our kids.
• Respect: We assume the best of others and treat others the way we want to be treated.
• Create, Communicate, Collaborate: We create together, communicate openly, and work as a team to deliver more than we ever could individually
• Make Your Motion Matter: We work deliberately, efficiently, and with a sense of purpose to achieve great results.
• Go the Extra Mile to Deliver a Stellar Customer Experience: We recognize that every interaction, no matter how small or unrelated it may seem, is an opportunity to build trust and goodwill with our customers.

Our Promise
Empowering families with the choice of a high-quality virtual school with dedicated staff focused on student outcomes and an exceptional customer experience, our programs will enable students to thrive and unleash their full potential. 

Position Details

Position Name

Director, Academics - Washington (WA)

Reporting Manager

Vice President, Schools

Status

Salary, Exempt

Type

Regular, Full-Time

School Year (if applicable)

2025-26

Program (School)

Washington Virtual Schools

Equipment Provided?

Yes (W2)

Overview
The Director of Academics will be responsible for establishing and guiding the academic vision, instructional leadership, and curriculum implementation for our Washington-based virtual education programs. This role is critical in ensuring high-quality instruction, fostering student achievement, and maintaining compliance with Washington state educational regulations. The Director of Academics will work collaboratively with school leadership, teachers, and external stakeholders to cultivate a data-informed, student-centered learning environment.

Essential Duties

• Academic Leadership & Strategy
• • Develop and implement a strategic academic vision that aligns with Stellar Virtual's mission and Washington state requirements.
  • Lead the ongoing improvement of instructional programs to enhance student outcomes and engagement within a virtual setting.
  • Oversee the selection, development, and alignment of curriculum with the Washington Learning Standards.
• Instructional Support & Teacher Development
• • Provide instructional leadership through mentoring, coaching, and supporting teachers and academic staff in a virtual environment.
  • Direct professional development initiatives focused on effective virtual teaching methodologies, engagement