Academic Accreditation & Secondary Program Designer (California)

About the role

Think Academy US is a recently established education technology company providing K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. Our mission is to enhance critical thinking and logic skills in local children and help them achieve their educational goals through innovative teaching methods. We believe that love and technology can improve education.

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.
• 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.
• Create "Credit Advancement Guidebooks" and host webinars on navigating the credit transfer process with school counselors.
• Provide direct advocacy support for students seeking to place into advanced math tracks using Think Academy credits.

Requirements

Education: Master’s degree in School Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.

Regulatory Knowledge: Deep expertise in California secondary education requirements, including UC A-G, WASC accreditation, and CA CCSS.

Bilingual Proficiency: Professional working proficiency in English is required.

Strategic Communication: Proven ability to negotiate with school district administrators, registrars, and department chairs.

Qualifications

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).

Skills

Strong understanding of California Education Code regarding Credit by Examination and Alternative Credit Options.

Benefits

Total Compensation Package: $95,000 - $120,000

Includes Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Optional Teaching Compensation

401k and Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates

Relocation Allowance available for candidates moving to the Bay Area