Middle & High School Program Designer (California) at Thinkacademyus

Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid/Onsite) Job Type: Full-Time Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose Intended Start Date: ASAP About Think Academy Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better! About This Role We are seeking a high-caliber Middle & High School Program Designer to lead our "Credit for Advancement" initiative across California. Your core objective is to ensure Think Academy’s Middle and High School math courses are recognized for official academic credit by California school districts. You will navigate the complexities of the UC A-G approval process, lead WASC/Cognia accreditation efforts, and design the instructional infrastructure (curriculum and teacher training) required to meet California’s rigorous secondary education standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. California Standards Alignment & Curriculum Design • 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. 2. State-Wide Accreditation & Compliance • 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). 3. Accredited Teacher Training & Certification • 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. 4. Institutional Relations & California Parent Advocacy • 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. What We’re Looking For: • Educational Background: 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. Preferred 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). Why You Will Love This Role: • Pioneering Work: You will define the standard for how supplemental Ed-Tech programs integrate with the California public school system. • Scalability: While starting in California, your work will serve as the blueprint for our national accreditation strategy. • Professional Prestige: Lead a high-visibility project that combines policy, curriculum design, and institutional leadership. Compensation & Benefits Structure: • 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. Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.