Academic Director - Fall 2026

Discovery Ranch•Mapleton, UT

3d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Ranch is a residential treatment center for adolescent males located on a 20+ acre campus in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We are looking for an experienced teacher and administrator to join our leadership team as our Academic Director. As our Academic Director, you will set the vision for, oversee, and manage the Academic Department across our beautiful campus. You will ensure our students have a positive, quality educational experience through effectively managing a team of dedicated teachers and tutors. You will also work collectively with the other departments to ensure the consistency and alignment of both treatment and academic objectives. With your leadership, experience, and genuine care for our students, Discovery Ranch will continue to meet our program vision and provide the best care and experience possible to our students and their families.

Requirements

Master's degree
2 years professional teaching experience
Able to pass criminal investigation background check
Able to pass motor vehicle record check
Thorough understanding of graduation requirements, IEP’s, and 504’s.
Current Utah driver's license (within 30 days of employment)
Must provide contact information for 3 professional references

Nice To Haves

2 years administrative and supervisory experience
2 years teaching experience with a secondary teaching certificate
Special Education Endorsement

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and supervise Academic Department
Create strategic goals that are in alignment with program vision
Collaborate and communicate with other department Directors
Ensure compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards
Continually assess teacher/student culture to ensure a safe, healthy environment
Oversee hiring, training, and certifications of academic staff
Participate in weekly Leadership and Departmental meetings
Ensure that the curriculum is appropriate, effective, and up to date
Develop/improve curriculum as needed
Ensure appropriate, effective classroom management
Develop trusting relationships with parents, Educational Consultants, and other referring professionals
Manage teacher and tutor schedules and ensure that hours are reported correctly
Create and manage work schedules of Academic Department
Implement and evaluate an on-going school improvement plan

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available for full-time employees after probationary period
Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Eligible for revenue sharing
Eligible for additional performance bonuses
PTO accrual
Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Free meals while working
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