Dean of Early College High School and PBL

Innovative Network of Knowledge • Remote TX, TX

2d • Remote

About The Position

Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you and your child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life. Innovative Network of Knowledge seeks to change education forever through innovation and technology. We offer a well of knowledge, a spring of possibilities and a place where your family becomes part of ours.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree Education Required
• Valid Texas K–12 educator certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience in education
• Master’s degree in Education or Curriculum and Instruction Design
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a remote setting
• Tech-savvy; comfortable using virtual platforms (Google Workspace, Zoom/Google Meet, LMS/SIS systems)
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Principal Certification a plus
• Instructional Coaching certification preferred
• Experience in an online or hybrid K–12 school environment
• TTESS certification a plus
• Experience working with diverse student populations
• Experience coordinating professional development or instructional programs
• Strong understanding of Project-Based Learning design and implementation
• Experience managing or coordinating standardized testing programs
• Experience with MAP, SAT/ACT coordination, and testing compliance
• Knowledge of Cognia or similar accreditation processes
• Instructional design and/or curriculum development background
• Experience in adult learning theory and teacher coaching

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement the organization’s Early College High School and P-TECH model from the ground up.
• Establish the program structure, student pathways, course sequences, and college credit alignment.
• Lead the creation and execution of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with college and industry partners.
• Serve as the primary relationship manager with higher education institutions, ensuring strong collaboration, alignment, and sustainability.
• Coordinate with internal leadership to align staffing, scheduling, and student supports to meet Early College requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Texas Early College High School and P-TECH design frameworks and accountability standards.
• Monitor program effectiveness through data, student outcomes, and partner feedback; lead continuous improvement efforts.
• Build scalable systems and processes to expand the Early College model across campuses over time.
• Develop and support the implementation of PBL units across grade levels and content areas.
• Provide training and instructional support to teachers on PBL design, facilitation, and assessment.
• Curate and distribute resources, tools, and templates for high-quality, standards-aligned PBL.
• Monitor the impact of PBL across classrooms and lead data-driven refinements.
• Collaborate with instructional coaches and leadership to align PBL to school priorities and outcomes.
• Lead the strategic vision and execution of PBL across all campuses as a core instructional model.
• Design and implement a cohesive, standards-aligned PBL framework that ensures rigor, consistency, and authenticity.
• Develop high-quality PBL units, exemplars, and instructional resources for cross-campus use.
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and support to teachers and instructional leaders on PBL design, facilitation, and assessment.
• Establish systems for monitoring PBL implementation and measuring impact on student engagement and achievement.
• Lead continuous improvement cycles using data, classroom observations, and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure PBL aligns with college and career readiness outcomes, including integration with Early College pathways.
• Work closely with the Chief of Schools, Principal and Director of Operations, instructional staff, and student support services teams.
• Support accreditation processes through documentation of PD, instructional models, and assessment data.
• Participate in schoolwide initiatives and strategic planning sessions to support instructional excellence.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Educational Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success.
• Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way.
• Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting.
• company provided laptop

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior