Head of School

Fusion Academy

$105K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • 3-5 years of school leadership experience, preferably in middle or high school settings.
  • Experience managing budgets and tracking performance metrics.
  • Proven capability in developing a positive school culture and leading diverse teams.
  • Record of success in enrollment growth and business development efforts.
  • Dedication to alternative education methods and supporting diverse learners.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a campus team with a vision for innovation and collaboration.
  • Inspire and develop staff through clear expectations and coaching.
  • Drive student enrollment using community connections and events.
  • Ensure the campus operates with financial and operational efficiency.
  • Foster strong relationships with students, families, and staff to enhance school culture.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees.
  • Vacation time aligned with company policy and state law.
  • Accident and life insurance, plus short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Sick time and paid holidays according to company policy.
  • 401(k) plan with company match, subject to eligibility.
  • Tax-advantaged commuter benefits available.
  • Employee assistance program offered to all employees.
Full Job Description
As Head of School, you'll lead a campus that inspires, empowers, and builds a thriving community where learning is truly customized for every student. Please note: Not all campuses serve grades 4 and 5, and specific details will be shared during the interview process.

What You'll Do:
  • Build and lead your campus team with vision, innovation, and a culture of heart and collaboration.
  • Inspire and develop staff through clear expectations, coaching, and professional growth.
  • Drive enrollment through community connections, partnerships, and events.
  • Ensure operational and fiscal health, balancing high-quality programming with smart management.
  • Build strong relationships with students, families, and staff to create a dynamic and supportive school culture.


What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or higher preferred.
  • 3-5 years of school leader experience, ideally middle or high school.
  • Experience managing a budget, financial reporting, and tracking specific metric performance.
  • Proven ability to build culture and lead diverse teams.
  • Experience with enrollment growth, admissions, and business development.
  • Passion for alternative education and supporting diverse learners.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.


Benefits:

We offer a package for full-time employees which generally includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law
  • Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability


In addition to the above items, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in the following benefits:
  • Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
  • 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility
  • Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
  • Employee assistance program


In addition to base salary, Fusion Heads of School are eligible for performance bonuses tied to KPI achievement.

Work Authorization:

Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role.


Pay Range

USD $105,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.

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