Middle & High School Program Designer (California)

Think Academy US • San Jose, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Think Academy US is an education technology company providing K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. We aim to foster critical thinking, strengthen logic skills, and help students achieve their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We are seeking a high-caliber Middle & High School Program Designer to lead our "Credit for Advancement" initiative across California. The core objective is to ensure Think Academy’s Middle and High School math courses are recognized for official academic credit by California school districts. This role involves navigating the complexities of the UC A-G approval process, leading WASC/Cognia accreditation efforts, and designing the instructional infrastructure (curriculum and teacher training) required to meet California’s rigorous secondary education standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in School Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Deep expertise in California secondary education requirements, including UC A-G, WASC accreditation, and CA CCSS.
• Professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Proven ability to negotiate with school district administrators, registrars, and department chairs.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a California School Principal, Assistant Principal, or Registrar.
• Direct experience leading a school through a successful WASC accreditation cycle.
• Existing network within major California school districts (e.g., LAUSD, SFUSD, San Jose Unified).

Responsibilities

• Audit and adapt Think Academy’s secondary math curriculum to ensure 100% alignment with the California Common Core State Standards (CA CCSS) and the California Mathematics Framework.
• Lead the submission and maintenance of courses for UC A-G approval, ensuring our curriculum meets the requirements for California college entrance.
• Develop comprehensive course catalogs, instructional materials, and assessment rubrics that satisfy the "Evidence of Rigor" required by California public and private school systems.
• Direct the institutional accreditation process for the California region (specifically WASC and Cognia), managing self-studies, site visits, and annual reporting.
• Act as the subject matter expert on California Education Code regarding Credit by Examination and Alternative Credit Options.
• Standardize transcript generation and student record-keeping to ensure seamless credit transferability to California school district SIS (Student Information Systems).
• Design a "California Professional Standards" training program for our instructional staff, focusing on differentiated instruction and state-aligned pedagogical techniques.
• Establish and monitor teacher evaluation frameworks required by accreditation bodies to maintain high instructional quality.
• Oversee the professional development (PD) hours and certification tracking for our secondary school faculty.
• Build strategic partnerships with California School Districts (LEAs) to establish formal Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for credit recognition.
• Empower parents across California by creating "Credit Advancement Guidebooks" and hosting webinars on how to navigate the credit transfer process with school counselors.
• Provide direct advocacy support for students seeking to place into advanced math tracks using Think Academy credits.

Benefits

• Total Compensation Package: $95,000 - $120,000 Includes Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Optional Teaching Compensation
• 401k
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Allowance available for candidates moving to the Bay Area.

What This Job Offers

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