Academic Director - Fall 2026

Through relationships and experiences we develop identity, discover success, and thrive. _________________________________________________________________________ Full-time | $60-70,000 + bonuses DOE | M-F 12-8 with flexibility | Benefits _________________________________________________________________________ Discovery Ranch is a residential treatment center for adolescent males located on a 20+ acre campus in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We are looking for an experienced teacher and administrator to join our leadership team as our Academic Director. As our Academic Director, you will set the vision for, oversee, and manage the Academic Department across our beautiful campus. You will ensure our students have a positive, quality educational experience through effectively managing a team of dedicated teachers and tutors. You will also work collectively with the other departments to ensure the consistency and alignment of both treatment and academic objectives. With your leadership, experience, and genuine care for our students, Discovery Ranch will continue to meet our program vision and provide the best care and experience possible to our students and their families. Duties include: Lead, manage, and supervise Academic DepartmentCreate strategic goals that are in alignment with program visionCollaborate and communicate with other department DirectorsEnsure compliance with all licensing and accreditation standardsContinually assess teacher/student culture to ensure a safe, healthy environmentOversee hiring, training, and certifications of academic staffParticipate in weekly Leadership and Departmental meetingsEnsure that the curriculum is appropriate, effective, and up to dateDevelop/improve curriculum as neededEnsure appropriate, effective classroom managementDevelop trusting relationships with parents, Educational Consultants, and other referring professionalsManage teacher and tutor schedules and ensure that hours are reported correctlyCreate and manage work schedules of Academic DepartmentImplement and evaluate an on-going school improvement plan Requirements Please note: your resume should include education, work experience, certifications, and licenses Master's degree2 years professional teaching experienceAble to pass criminal investigation background checkAble to pass motor vehicle record checkThorough understanding of graduation requirements, IEP's, and 504's. Current Utah driver's license (within 30 days of employment)Must provide contact information for 3 professional references Preferred 2 years administrative and supervisory experience 2 years teaching experience with a secondary teaching certificateSpecial Education Endorsement Candidates with both a master's degree and education administration experience eligible for starting salary of $63,000 plus bonuses Benefits Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available for full-time employees after probationary periodEmployer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Eligible for revenue sharingEligible for additional performance bonuses PTO accrualPaid HolidaysEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramFree meals while workingSignificant discounts for hundreds of professional outdoor gear brands, including an ExpertVoice accountBeautiful, dynamic, and vast work environment: 22 acres of gorgeous, landscaped ranch with diverse houses, school classrooms, a gym, horses, and baby calvesA few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake PowellA few hours from many world-class ski resorts