Director, Cobb Virtual Academy (620B)[231]
Leadership - Position - Director Certified
Job Number 2400131602
Start Date 08/22/2025
Open Date 07/18/2025
Closing Date 07/25/2025
POSITION TITLE: Director, Cobb Virtual Academy
JOB CODE: 620B
DIVISION: Strategy and Accountability
SALARY SCHEDULE: Annual Central Office Personnel
DEPARTMENT: Cobb Virtual Academy
WORKDAYS: 231
REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent, Accountability, Research & Grants
PAY GRADE: CDR (5, 6, or 7)
FLSA: Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
The Cobb County School District is the second largest school system in Georgia and among the largest in the United States, serving over 105,000 students, 112 schools, over 18,000 employees and a $1B annual general fund budget.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of district online programs for students.
REVISION DATE(S): 7/25
REQUIREMENTS:
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Educational Level: Master's Degree required; Specialist Degree preferred
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Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Leadership Certification
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Experience: Five years of experience in K-12 online school program administration, 3 years building or district level leadership experience.
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Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of curriculum, online learning management systems, online course development and delivery; written and oral communication; organization, computer technology skills, leadership and public relations.
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
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Designs and implements a long-range strategy for district student online learning programs.
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Directs the management activities and functions related to the Cobb Virtual Academy and district online student learning programs.
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Supervises and evaluates Cobb Virtual Academy staff and monitors the work of project teams.
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Develops and coordinates policy and procedure, implementation, and ongoing activities of Cobb Virtual Academy.
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Collaborates effectively with district and local school staff to provide online opportunities for district and non-traditional students.
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Facilitates the coordination of divisions, systems, and resources to lead and supervise any staff that manage digital content development.
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Manages the gathering and analysis of program data to determine effective online curricular and instruction processes, student progress goals, and effective online teaching; makes recommendations to program staff and administration.
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Identifies and implements best practices in online learning and support for students.
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Remains current with online trends and policies to ensure program is in compliance and meets state and/or federal guidelines (NCAA, College Board, Gifted, IB).
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Oversees budgets related to assigned area of responsibility.
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Plans and assists in implementing staff training and professional learning; keeps abreast of developments and innovations in the professions and ensures that staff members have access to professional and personal growth opportunities.
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Coordinates with other divisions for district level enhancements to CTLS and oversees development of CTLS features specific to accountability programs.
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Ensures the academic success of individual students by utilizing all levels of academic support available and by maintaining a high level of communication with parents to deliver program information and address individual student needs.
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Serves as liaison and district level facilitator with Georgia Virtual School.
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Participates in professional growth activities to keep abreast of current and emerging technologies associated with online learning; forms and maintains collaborative partnerships with other educational institutions.
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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
OTHER INFORMATION: This position has important responsibilities in the school community. As such, the actions of this position are potentially subject to a high degree of public and community scrutiny and must always reflect the efficient and effective use of resources. The candidate must demonstrate operational and financial acumen and deal sensitively and responsibly with the community, central office departments, various groups and organizations, and a diverse community.
- APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The following supporting documents must be uploaded via the CCSD Applicant Tracking Application System. Applications for this position will not be considered if all documents are not uploaded.
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Copy of your Teaching/Leadership Certificates
- Most Recent Summative or Annual Evaluation
Shift Type Full-Time
Job Category Administrative-Central
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