POSITION: ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION/VIRTUAL ACADEMY ADMINISTRATOR

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

FTE STATUS: 1.0

REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT

DATE: 4/28/2026

SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Superintendent, the Alternative Education and Virtual Academy Administrator provides leadership and oversight for the district’s alternative and virtual learning programs, including development, implementation, and coordination of instructional programs, curriculum, and staff development to ensure all students graduate prepared for success in college, career, and their communities.

The Administrator establishes program vision, oversees instructional models, and sets expectations for staff and students. Responsibilities include supervising and evaluating staff, managing operations, supporting student achievement and accountability, ensuring compliance, and fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment. This role also requires adaptive leadership to meet diverse student needs in non-traditional settings, ensure equitable access, implement flexible learning models, and build strong partnerships with families and community agencies to support recruitment, retention, and overall student success.

LINCOLN CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS EXPECTS THAT THE ALT ED/VA ADMINISTRATOR:

Consistently promotes fairness, respect, and different viewpoints in all responsibilities
Commits to being an instructional leader for the building/program.
Commits to leading professional staff in establishing a learning environment that is accountable for effective instruction, assessment, and data-driven decision-making.
Commits to flexible and adaptive leadership practices to meet the varying needs of virtual and alternative education students, staff, and families.
Commits to high expectations for staff and students and moves both staff and students towards achievement.
Commits to building positive relationships and communication, promoting and modeling a safe and supportive learning culture for all.
Commits to honoring all staff and students, embracing their community and diversity.
Commits to collegiality and professionalism of self and staff.
Commits to leading building and District-level equity and social justice initiatives.
Commits to removing barriers to engagement for students who may struggle in traditional school settings, including those with attendance, behavioral, or credit-recovery needs.
Promotes innovative approaches to student engagement, including personalized learning pathways and competency-based progression.
Ensures consistent and proactive communication with families in a virtual or alternative setting to maintain strong engagement and support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide strategic, adaptive leadership for alternative and virtual programs aligned with district mission, vision, and goals, including long-range planning for program needs.
Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs, curriculum, assessment systems, and innovative learning models.
Use data to monitor student achievement, guide decision-making, and ensure responsive instruction that meets diverse learner needs, including special education, intervention, and credit recovery.
Supervise, evaluate, and support staff through coaching, feedback, professional development, and effective onboarding and staffing practices.
Plan, organize, and oversee daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment, program implementation, and student services.
Develop, monitor, and manage budgets, resources, and purchasing in collaboration with district leadership.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including student records, reporting, and information systems.
Establish and maintain program policies, procedures, handbooks, and communication systems to ensure clarity, consistency, and effective operations.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment through clear expectations, behavioral systems, and student support structures.
Lead school improvement efforts in collaboration with staff, families, students, and district leadership.
Coordinate across district and building leaders to ensure alignment, consistency, and smooth student transitions between programs.
Oversee student recruitment, enrollment, retention, and family/community outreach efforts.
Maintain proactive communication and strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
Participate in district leadership initiatives, professional learning, meetings, and external professional organizations.
Maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism, and serve as a mandated reporter while adhering to all district policies and expectations.
Attends Board of Education meetings as requested.
Keep in confidence all personal, student or personnel records and information.
Adheres to, interprets, and implements all district policies, administrative guidelines, and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position will supervise all staff and students in the alternative education and virtual academy programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master’s Degree in Education or Educational Leadership or related field and/or experience or educational training as deemed appropriate.
Experience with virtual learning environments, alternative education programs, or non-traditional instructional models preferred
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with five years successful teaching experience.
Valid Michigan School Administrator certificate or the ability to obtain per MDE guidelines.
Prior experience as an administrator of a school building is preferred.
Demonstrated experience supporting at-risk or disengaged student populations.
Experience with credit recovery programs, blended learning, or competency-based education models preferred.
Satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan.
Good work habits, including punctuality and good attendance record.
Skill and experience with learning management systems. Preference for experience with Google systems

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals and professional journals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, students and the general public.
Ability to write lesson plans, business correspondence and other related correspondence.
Ability to express self clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret information.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Ability to integrate technology into the everyday workflow is necessary.
Ability to utilize district technology and resources and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district.
Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications, and other instruction.
Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual instructional platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.).
Ability to analyze digital engagement data and adjust systems to improve student participation and outcomes.
Ability to use a computer in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communications mechanisms.
Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software) is required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra, and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to adapt quickly to changing educational environments and student needs, including non-traditional settings
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including defining problems, collecting and interpreting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions
Ability to manage complex situations with limited standardization and multiple variables
Ability to interpret and follow written, oral, diagrammatic, and procedural instructions
High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion in handling confidential information
Ability to plan and manage complex projects while maintaining flexibility in dynamic environments
Strong emotional intelligence, organizational awareness, and decision-making skills

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with students and families, especially those with prior educational challenges
Ability to take initiative; work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is often required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of all stakeholders. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. The employee may be required to be outdoors for a long period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for the purpose of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

TERMS:

The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be established by the Board of Education. Further, the applicant must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the building assigned and the district. Lincoln Administrator's Association (LAA) 2024-2026 Master Agreement

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. Lincoln Consolidated Schools retains and reserves all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment.

This position description is not a contract for employment.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The district will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information, or any legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

"The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District."

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Administrator - Alternative Education/Virtual Academy