# Academic Lead

**Company:** [Tricoci University](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/iJNnbeAfkWtF3TnNTq8SeL.md)
**Location:** Rockford, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Rockford Campus

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## Description

The Academic Lead is a key instructional leadership role responsible for strengthening educator performance, improving classroom culture, and elevating the overall student learning experience. This position serves as the day-to-day academic leader on campus, partnering closely with the Campus Director to ensure consistency, accountability, and excellence in education delivery.  
  
The Academic Lead is not a director, but a hands-on leader who coaches educators, supports curriculum execution, monitors student engagement, and helps translate academic expectations into daily practice. This role plays a critical part in improving attendance, retention, licensure readiness, and student satisfaction.

## Requirements

### Educator Development & Coaching

\- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide timely, actionable feedback  
\- Coach educators on classroom management, student engagement, lesson pacing, and instructional effectiveness  
\- Support new educator onboarding, training, and early-stage development  
\- Assist the Campus Director with educator performance assessments, force rankings, and development plans  
\- Reinforce academic standards, professionalism, and consistency across all programs and shifts

### Classroom Culture & Student Experience

\- Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment  
\- Support educators in addressing student behavior, motivation, and engagement challenges  
\- Partner with educators to improve daily attendance and retention.  
\- Serve as a visible academic presence for students

### Curriculum & Academic Execution

\- Ensure curriculum is delivered accurately and consistently  
\- Support lesson planning and theory/practical integration  
\- Monitor student academic progress and skill development  
\- Assist with licensure readiness and evaluations

### Collaboration & Compliance

\- Partner with the Campus Director on academic initiatives  
\- Collaborate with Campus Director on SSA duties  
\- Support compliance with state, accreditation, and institutional standards  
\- Escalate academic risks and concerns promptly

### Project Support

\- Contribute to special projects as needed

### Qualifications

Must Have:  
\- Active program-appropriate license  
\- Prior educator experience  
\- Strong coaching and communication skills  
Preferred:  
\- Leadership or mentoring experience  
\- Knowledge of accreditation standards  
\- Data-informed decision-making ability

## Benefits

-   Generous Paid Time Off

-   9 paid holidays per calendar year
-   401K Plan
-   Access to Continuing Education Units (CEU) Classes
-   Complimentary Services at our Student Clinic
-   Product Discounts
-   Opportunities for Career Advancement
-   A Rewarding and Dynamic Work Environment

_Job Description may be written with the assistance of AI_

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